Nissan GT-R Tyre Replacement Parts

The R35 GT-R, which is the generation sold in the UK from 2009 onwards, used a consistent wheel and tyre specification across its production run, with the standard size being 255/40 R20 front and 285/35 R20 rear throughout. Because the wheel sizes remained the same across the R35 generation, a used tyre from an earlier R35 can physically match a later one, provided the sizes match exactly. That said, always confirm the exact size marked on your existing tyres before buying from a breaker, as aftermarket wheels or special editions may carry different sizes.

For the R35 GT-R (2009 onwards), the standard tyre sizes were consistent throughout the generation, so the model year is less critical than the actual tyre size printed on the sidewall. What matters most is matching the width, profile, and rim diameter exactly — 255/40 R20 front or 285/35 R20 rear in the standard fitment. Always read the size off your own tyres or door-jamb placard and give that to the breaker rather than relying on year alone.

Trim level does not affect the fundamental tyre size on the R35 GT-R — the standard front and rear sizes apply across Premium and Track Edition variants. However, the Nismo variant was factory-fitted with specific high-performance tyres and may have a different recommended tyre specification to standard cars, so confirm the exact size on your own car with the breaker against your registration. Regardless of trim, the physical size on the sidewall is the definitive guide.

Brand does not affect whether a used tyre will physically fit your GT-R, as fitment is determined by the size — width, aspect ratio, and rim diameter. However, Nissan and many performance driving experts recommend matching tyre brands and models axle by axle on the GT-R due to its sophisticated ATTESA E-TS four-wheel-drive system, which is sensitive to differences in rolling circumference. A breaker can supply a matching used tyre, but always cross-check the size and discuss the brand with a tyre specialist before fitting.

The R35 GT-R uses a staggered tyre setup, meaning the front and rear sizes are different — 255/40 R20 at the front and 285/35 R20 at the rear in standard fitment. When contacting a breaker, always specify whether you need a near-side or off-side tyre and whether it is front or rear, as the sizes are not interchangeable. Supplying your registration and the size from your existing tyre will help the breaker source the correct match.

Breakers can often supply tyres either alone or still mounted on a wheel, so it is worth clarifying what you need when requesting a quote. The R35 GT-R uses a 20-inch rim with specific offset and centre-bore dimensions, so if you are buying a wheel and tyre together, confirm the wheel specification matches your car rather than assuming all GT-R wheels are identical. If you only need the tyre, ensure the size on the used tyre matches your existing fitment exactly before purchase.