215/45R17 and 285/30R18 AD09 Tyres for Lotus Exige Sport 410
Quick answer
The front tyre is 215/45R17 91W Yokohama ADVAN AD09 and the rear tyre is 285/30R18 97W Yokohama ADVAN AD09. The correct product links are:
This article is written for people searching for Lotus Exige Sport 410 tyres Adelaide, Yokohama AD09 Adelaide, 215/45R17 AD09, 285/30R18 AD09, tyres Magill, performance tyres Adelaide and wheel alignment Adelaide.
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Lotus Exige Sport 410 AD09 fitment details
- Vehicle focus: Lotus Exige Sport 410 performance fitment
- Front tyre size: 215/45R17 91W Yokohama ADVAN AD09
- Rear tyre size: 285/30R18 97W Yokohama ADVAN AD09
- Tyre pattern: Yokohama ADVAN AD09
- Workshop focus: tyre fitting, wheel balancing, pressure setting and four-wheel alignment
- Local search focus: Lotus tyres Adelaide, Yokohama AD09 Adelaide, tyres Magill, wheel alignment Adelaide
This is a staggered performance fitment, so the front and rear tyres must be treated as a matched package. The front tyre affects initial steering response and braking feel. The wider rear tyre supports traction, stability and how cleanly the car puts power down.
Front tyre role: 215/45R17
The 215/45R17 front tyre is important for steering response, turn-in feel and braking stability. On a light car, a small pressure or alignment change can be obvious through the wheel.
Rear tyre role: 285/30R18
The 285/30R18 rear tyre is much wider and carries the traction side of the setup. It needs careful mounting and balancing because rear stability is a major part of how confident the car feels.
Why product links matter
Use the exact front product page here: 215/45R17 Yokohama ADVAN AD09. Use the exact rear product page here: 285/30R18 Yokohama ADVAN AD09.
Why four-wheel alignment belongs in the conversation
Tyres and alignment should be considered together on a Lotus Exige Sport 410. New tyres can hide an old alignment problem for a short time, but uneven toe or camber will still show up as fast wear, nervous steering, pulling, tramlining or reduced confidence under brakes.
A proper four-wheel alignment checks the relationship between all four wheels, not just whether the steering wheel is straight. That matters on a staggered Lotus because the front tyres and rear tyres have different jobs. The front AD09 tyres need clean turn-in and braking stability. The rear AD09 tyres need traction and predictable rear-end behaviour.
For service details, see our wheel alignment Adelaide page.
Adelaide road relevance
Adelaide driving can expose weak tyre and alignment choices quickly. Hot summer roads, wet winter mornings, coarse suburban bitumen and Adelaide Hills cornering all change how a performance tyre feels. A Lotus Exige Sport 410 is light and responsive, so a poor balance job, incorrect pressure or worn alignment can be felt more clearly than on a normal commuter car.
For everyday road use, the aim is not only maximum grip. The better target is predictable steering, stable braking, even tyre wear and confidence when road conditions change.
What Autosport Tyre World checks
- Correct front and rear tyre sizes before fitting
- Product match for the Yokohama ADVAN AD09 front and rear pair
- Wheel condition, valve hardware and visible damage
- Careful mounting to suit low-profile performance tyres
- Wheel balancing after fitting
- Tyre pressure setting for road use
- Tread and wear pattern checks
- Four-wheel alignment advice where wear or steering feel suggests it
Adelaide Lotus tyre and alignment support
Autosport Tyre World / TYREPLUS can help Lotus owners with Yokohama ADVAN AD09 tyre supply, careful fitting, wheel balancing, pressure checks and four-wheel alignment across Magill, Clarence Gardens and Wingfield.
TYREPLUS Magill | Autosport Tyre World Magill
647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072
Phone: 0452 641 023
TYREPLUS Clarence Gardens | Autosport Tyre World Clarence Gardens
911 South Road, Clarence Gardens SA 5039
Phone: 0420 299 911
TYREPLUS Wingfield | Autosport Tyre World Wingfield
411 Grand Junction Road, Wingfield SA 5013
Phone: 0433 645 411
FAQ
What tyre sizes are used for this Lotus Exige Sport 410 AD09 setup?
This Lotus Exige Sport 410 setup uses 215/45R17 Yokohama ADVAN AD09 on the front and 285/30R18 Yokohama ADVAN AD09 on the rear.
Why does a Lotus Exige Sport 410 need careful four-wheel alignment?
A light performance car reacts quickly to small alignment changes. Correct four-wheel alignment helps protect steering response, braking stability, tyre wear and driver confidence.
Is Yokohama ADVAN AD09 suitable for a performance car in Adelaide?
Yokohama ADVAN AD09 is a performance-focused tyre choice for drivers who value steering response and dry grip. Final suitability should always be confirmed against the vehicle, wheel size, driving use and road conditions.
Can Autosport Tyre World help with Lotus tyres in Adelaide?
Yes. Autosport Tyre World Magill can help with Yokohama AD09 supply, fitting, balancing and wheel alignment for Lotus owners around Adelaide.
Final thoughts
A Lotus Exige Sport 410 deserves a tyre setup that matches the way the car responds. The 215/45R17 front and 285/30R18 rear Yokohama ADVAN AD09 package gives owners a clear performance tyre direction, but the fitting, balancing and alignment work are what make the setup feel right on Adelaide roads.
For Lotus tyres in Adelaide, Yokohama AD09 supply, tyre fitting or wheel alignment advice, contact Autosport Tyre World Magill at 647 Magill Road, Magill SA 5072 or call 0452 641 023.