Nexen
N5000 Platinum
255/55R18 XL
$177.75/tire
$237.00
Set of 4: $711.00
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Specifications
| Size | 255/55R18 XL N5000 Platinum |
|---|---|
| Width | 255 mm |
| Aspect ratio | 55 |
| Rim diameter | R18 |
| Load index | 109 |
| Speed rating | V |
| Load range | XL |
| UTQG | 700 A A |
|---|---|
| Treadwear warranty | 70,000 miles |
| Tread depth | 10/32" |
| Max pressure | 50 psi |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) | No |
| Run-flat | No |
About the Nexen N5000 Platinum
All-Season Grand Touring Passenger Car tire.
Features
* All season tread design* M+S Rated* 70,000 Mile Treadwear Mileage Warranty (H/V-Rated)* 55,000 Mile Treadwear Mileage Warranty (W-Rated)* Road Hazard Replacement Warranty (First 3/32 or 2 Years)* 36-Month Roadside Assistance
Benefits
* Provides year round traction, even in light snow* Long tread life* For a quieter, more comfortable ride
Understanding the 255/55R18 XL size
In the size code 255/55R18, 255 is the section width in millimetres (about 10"). 55 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 55% of the width, or roughly 140.3 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 29".
The load index 109 means each tire supports up to 2,271 lbs — about 9,084 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol V certifies the tire to 149 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.
What the Nexen N5000 Platinum is built for
Fitment category: Undefined.
Tread life and grip ratings
This tire carries a UTQG rating of 700 A A. The treadwear grade of 700 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade A measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).
Price and value
At $177.75 per tire, a full set of four costs $711.00. That sits close to the average for the 83 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $10.16 per 1,000 miles across the set.
Frequently asked questions
What does the tire size 255/55R18 mean?
255 is the section width in millimetres, 55 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 140.3 mm), and R18 indicates radial construction for a 18-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 29 inches.
What are the load and speed ratings of the Nexen N5000 Platinum 255/55R18 XL?
Its load index of 109 allows up to 2,271 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of V is certified to 149 mph. Check your door-jamb placard and do not fit a tire rated below the vehicle's requirement.
How much does a set of 4 Nexen N5000 Platinum 255/55R18 XL tires cost?
A single tire is $177.75 and a set of four is $711.00, covered by a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty.
Does the N5000 Platinum come in other sizes?
Yes — we stock 81 additional N5000 Platinum sizes besides 255/55R18 XL. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.
Other sizes of this model
195/50R16 — $96.75
205/50R17 XL — $112.50
205/55R16 — $108.75
215/45R17 — $119.25
215/45R18 XL — $128.25
215/50R17 XL — $108.75
215/55R16 XL — $112.50
215/55R17 — $113.25
215/55R18 — $134.25
215/60R17 — $120.00
215/65R17 — $118.50
225/40R18 XL — $128.25
225/45R17 — $119.25
225/45R18 XL — $127.50
225/45R19 XL — $156.00
225/50R17 — $120.00
225/50R18 XL — $139.50
225/55R17 — $123.75
225/55R18 — $159.75
225/55R19 — $186.75
225/60R17 — $129.00
225/60R18 XL — $147.75
225/65R17 — $125.25
235/40R18 XL — $142.50
235/40R19 XL — $189.75
235/45R17 XL — $126.75
235/45R18 XL — $159.75
235/45R19 XL — $164.25
235/50R17 — $125.25
235/50R18 — $164.25
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