Vehicle tyre fitment guide

2021 Tesla Model 3 tyres

Compare exact-match tyres for the 2021 Tesla Model 3 by size, season and price, then confirm your current sidewall or vehicle placard before you buy. Trim, wheel option, market and previous wheel changes can alter the correct fitment, and Performance versions may use different front and rear sizes. Recheck stock, delivery and final price on the retailer page before ordering.

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Last verified: 2026-07-05

2021 Tesla Model 3 fitment summary

The researched tyre sizes for this 2021 Tesla Model 3 guide are 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19, 235/35 R20, 275/30 R20. Tesla Model 3 Performance fitments can include different front and rear sizes. Confirm each axle size and load/speed marking before ordering. Fitment source checked: 1.

235/45 R18235/40 R19235/35 R20275/30 R20

Tyres grouped by 2021 Tesla Model 3 size

Only Tyres.net products whose listed size exactly matches one of the researched 2021 Tesla Model 3 tyre sizes are shown here. Check load index, speed rating, season and run-flat notes before buying.

235/45 R18

Available Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W Summer

Goodyear · Car tyre · Summer

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W Summer

from £124.49-£135.99.

£124.49-£135.99

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/45 R18 94W

Available iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V Winter

HANKOOK · Car tyre · Winter

iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V Winter

from £124.32-£225.96.

£124.32-£225.96

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/45 R18 98V

235/40 R19

Available PremiumContact 6 235/40 R19 96W Summer

Continental · Car tyre · Summer

PremiumContact 6 235/40 R19 96W Summer

from £160.74-£243.45.

£160.74-£243.45

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/40 R19 96W

Available Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 235/40 R19 96W Summer

HANKOOK · Car tyre · Summer

Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 235/40 R19 96W Summer

from £137.02-£213.22.

£137.02-£213.22

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/40 R19 96W

235/35 R20

Available P Zero PZ4 SC 235/35 R20 92Y Summer

Pirelli · Car tyre · Summer

P Zero PZ4 SC 235/35 R20 92Y Summer

from £205.36-£260.96.

£205.36-£260.96

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/35 R20 92Y

Matching Tyres.net options

Start with PremiumContact 6 235/40 R19 96W Summer (£160.74-£243.45), Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 235/40 R19 96W Summer (£137.02-£213.22), Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W Summer (£124.49-£135.99); each is included because its Tyres.net listed size matches a researched 2021 Tesla Model 3 tyre size. This is not a claim that every trim uses the same size. Confirm the current sidewall, load index and speed rating before ordering. Use season, stock, delivery terms and price as secondary filters after size fitment.

Available PremiumContact 6 235/40 R19 96W Summer

Continental · Car tyre · Summer

PremiumContact 6 235/40 R19 96W Summer

from £160.74-£243.45.

£160.74-£243.45

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/40 R19 96W

Available Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 235/40 R19 96W Summer

HANKOOK · Car tyre · Summer

Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 235/40 R19 96W Summer

from £137.02-£213.22.

£137.02-£213.22

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/40 R19 96W

Available Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W Summer

Goodyear · Car tyre · Summer

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W Summer

from £124.49-£135.99.

£124.49-£135.99

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/45 R18 94W

Available iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V Winter

HANKOOK · Car tyre · Winter

iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V Winter

from £124.32-£225.96.

£124.32-£225.96

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/45 R18 98V

Available P Zero PZ4 SC 235/35 R20 92Y Summer

Pirelli · Car tyre · Summer

P Zero PZ4 SC 235/35 R20 92Y Summer

from £205.36-£260.96.

£205.36-£260.96

Tyre sizes tracked: 235/35 R20 92Y

At-a-glance fitment comparison

The table is filtered to researched tyre sizes: 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19, 235/35 R20, 275/30 R20. Compare the listed size against the current tyre sidewall first, then check load/speed rating, season and run-flat notes. Products outside those researched sizes are deliberately excluded from this vehicle shortlist.

ProductTypeSeasonTyre sizesFrom
PremiumContact 6 235/40 R19 96W SummerCar tyreSummer235/40 R19 96W£160.74
Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 235/40 R19 96W SummerCar tyreSummer235/40 R19 96W£137.02
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W SummerCar tyreSummer235/45 R18 94W£124.49
iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V WinterCar tyreWinter235/45 R18 98V£124.32
P Zero PZ4 SC 235/35 R20 92Y SummerCar tyreSummer235/35 R20 92Y£205.36

What the fitment research shows

This shortlist is built around researched 2021 Tesla Model 3 tyre sizes only: 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19, 235/35 R20 and 275/30 R20. Fitment is based on Tesla’s wheels and tyres manual, with public corroboration from Michelin and Goodyear. That matters because the same model year can have different wheel options, so the badge on the car is not enough on its own. Performance versions may also use different front and rear sizes, so each axle should be checked separately before you order. Confirm the current sidewall or vehicle placard first, then use the shortlist to compare exact-size matching tyres, season and price.

The main trade-offs on this shortlist

Once size is confirmed, the useful comparison points are season, brand, price, stock and delivery. The visible Tyres.net price range runs from about £124.32 to £260.96, so there is room to compare value, but price alone should not decide fitment. The shortlist includes summer options in 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19 and 235/35 R20, plus a winter option in 235/45 R18, so shoppers can compare season and use case rather than treating every tyre as interchangeable. Because retailer details were not fully accessible during checking, stock, delivery terms and final price should be rechecked on the product page before buying.

How to choose the right tyre for your Model 3

Start with the tyre sidewall on the car, then compare it with the vehicle placard or handbook so you are matching the actual wheel package. After that, check that the product listing shows the same exact size, then verify the load index and speed rating on the retailer page before purchase. If your car currently uses run-flat tyres, look for that marking on the listing as well. For a 2021 Tesla Model 3, the safest order is sidewall first, placard second, exact size third, then load, speed, season, stock and delivery. Do not treat a close-looking size as automatic fitment.

Why 2021 Tesla Model 3 tyre sizes can differ

A 2021 Tesla Model 3 can be listed with different tyre sizes depending on wheel diameter, trim, market and any previous wheel changes. That is why this page uses researched sizes rather than one blanket fitment claim. The biggest caution is the Performance model, which can use different front and rear sizes, so each axle needs checking before any order is placed. Public fitment sources support the size groups used here, but they do not remove the need to confirm the car’s current sidewall or placard first.

How season affects the comparison

After exact size match, season is the next useful filter. The shortlist includes summer tyres such as Continental PremiumContact 6, Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 and Pirelli P Zero PZ4 SC, plus a winter option in the Hankook iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V Winter. That winter tyre is included so shoppers can compare a colder-weather choice alongside the summer options, not because it is universally better. The right answer depends on driving conditions, so the page is best used as a cautious shortlist for exact-size matching and season comparison.

Why load, speed and run-flat checks still matter

Exact size is only the first checkpoint. The load index and speed rating shown on the retailer listing should be checked against the current tyre sidewall or the vehicle placard before ordering, because the same size can be offered with different markings. If the listing does not match the car’s existing rating, pause and verify the fitment rather than assuming a near-looking tyre will do. Run-flat suitability also needs to be confirmed from the product page if it matters to your vehicle, as this shortlist does not assume every exact-size tyre shares the same construction.

Where the value is in this shortlist

The value here comes from comparing exact-fit options without losing sight of the fitment rules. If you want a lower entry price in a matching size, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 235/45 R18 94W Summer starts from £124.49, while the Hankook iON i*cept (IW01) 235/45 R18 98V Winter starts from £124.32 and the Pirelli P Zero PZ4 SC 235/35 R20 92Y Summer sits higher at £205.36 to £260.96. Continental PremiumContact 6 and Hankook Ventus S1 Evo 3 K127 give additional 235/40 R19 summer comparisons. Check stock, delivery cost and final price on the retailer page before you buy, because the cheapest option is only useful if it matches the car’s current fitment.

Retailer details used

Last checked 2026-07-05. The source list below is included to help you check the details behind the comparison. Always confirm the latest price, delivery cost, stock status and product details with the retailer before buying.

Buying questions

Can the same 2021 Tesla Model 3 use different tyre sizes?

Yes. The researched sizes for this page are 235/45 R18, 235/40 R19, 235/35 R20 and 275/30 R20, but trim, wheel option, market and previous wheel changes can alter the correct fitment. Performance versions may also use different front and rear sizes, so check each axle separately and confirm the current sidewall or vehicle placard before ordering.

Why is there both a winter tyre and summer tyres on the same page?

Because shoppers may be comparing tyres for different driving conditions. The shortlist includes summer and winter options that match the researched 2021 Tesla Model 3 sizes, so you can compare by season and use case after confirming exact fitment. It is a comparison tool, not a claim that one season is always better.

Where do I find the correct size before I buy?

Check the tyre sidewall on the car first, then compare it with the vehicle placard and handbook. Match the exact width, profile and rim size, then verify the load index and speed rating shown on the current tyre and the retailer listing before you place an order.

Can I trust a cheaper tyre if it matches the size?

A matching size is essential, but price alone should not decide the purchase. First confirm the current sidewall or placard, then check the load index, speed rating, season and any run-flat marking. After that, compare the retailer’s stock, delivery terms and final price so the cheaper option is also the right option for the car.

What should I do if the sidewall and the product listing do not match?

Do not treat a close-looking size as an automatic fit. If the sidewall, placard and listing disagree, stop and confirm the correct specification with a qualified tyre fitter or the vehicle documentation, especially on Performance models where front and rear sizes can differ.