Toyota Prado 250 Series Tyre Size Guide Australia
Quick answer
Australian Prado 250 Series tyre references are 265/65R18 for GX and GXL, 265/60R20 for VX and Kakadu, and 265/70R18 Toyo Open Country all-terrain tyres for Altitude. Confirm the complete load index and speed rating on the individual tyre placard before ordering.
Australian Prado 250 factory tyre guide
| Grade | Factory wheel | Tyre-size reference | Evidence note |
|---|---|---|---|
| GX | 18-inch alloy | 265/65R18 | Confirm full placard rating |
| GXL | 18-inch alloy | 265/65R18 | Confirm full placard rating |
| VX | 20-inch premium alloy | 265/60R20 | Confirm full placard rating |
| Kakadu | 20-inch premium alloy | 265/60R20 | Confirm full placard rating |
| Altitude | 18-inch alloy | 265/70R18 Toyo Open Country A/T | Toyota Australia explicitly identifies this size and pattern |
Sources: Toyota Australia Prado specification table, June 2026, current Prado range and Toyota Australia Altitude launch information. Grade, build date and placard remain controlling where Toyota updates the range.
Modified Prado 250 sizes
| Status | Published modified size | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| No verified workshop case added | None | No current Autosport case was found with sufficient Prado 250 vehicle, wheel width, offset and clearance evidence |
Larger sizes must not be copied from overseas Land Cruiser 250 examples. Verify wheel load rating, width, offset, brake and guard clearance, suspension, rolling diameter, speedometer effect, spare, alignment and South Australian legality.
Specific recommendations for factory 265/65R18 vehicles
| Use | Pattern and complete catalogue size | Fitment note |
|---|---|---|
| Road and light touring A/T | Yokohama GEOLANDAR G015 265/65R18 114H | Confirm placard load and speed requirements |
| Mixed touring A/T | Toyo Open Country A/T III 265/65R18 114H | Road/touring-oriented catalogue candidate |
| Higher-load A/T | Yokohama GEOLANDAR A/T4 G018 265/65R18 122/119S | Compare LT construction, ride and load needs |
| More aggressive A/T | BFGoodrich KO3 265/65R18 117/114S | Check construction and road-use trade-offs |
VX/Kakadu 265/60R20 and Altitude 265/70R18 need recommendations matched separately to their exact placard; an 18-inch 265/65R18 option is not interchangeable.
Checks before fitting
- Confirm GX, GXL, VX, Altitude or Kakadu and build date.
- Match size, load index, speed rating and construction.
- Account for passengers, luggage, accessories, towing and axle loads.
- Keep all four tyres and the spare appropriate for the full-time 4WD system.
- Balance and complete four-wheel alignment after a tyre or wheel change.
Prado tyre help in Adelaide
Autosport Tyre World can inspect the placard and wheel package at Magill, Clarence Gardens or Wingfield. Request a Prado fitment check or call Magill on 0452 641 023.
Frequently asked questions
What tyre size does a Prado 250 use?
GX/GXL use 265/65R18 references, VX/Kakadu use 265/60R20, and Altitude uses 265/70R18 Toyo Open Country A/T in current Australian information.
Is 265/70R18 standard on every Prado 250?
No. Toyota identifies it specifically for Altitude.
Are larger tyres automatically legal?
No. Treat them as modified until the exact vehicle, wheel, clearance, rolling diameter and South Australian requirements are checked.