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Volkswagen Atlas Tire Size & Prices

The 2024-2026 Volkswagen Atlas uses 245/60R18, 255/60R18, 255/50R20, 265/45R21 depending on trim.

In 245/60R18, tires cost from $83.99 each today, so a set of four starts at $335.96, with mid-range from $83.99 and premium from $127.60, across 54 US retailers. Factory sizes for every Volkswagen Atlas from 2018 to 2026, by generation and trim, with live prices.

Prices last checked November 10, 2026 · Sizes checked against at least two sources

Volkswagen Atlas tire sizes by year and trim

2024-2026 Atlas

1st gen facelift (2024-2026)
SE245/60R18from $83.99
Peak Edition SE, Peak Edition SELAll-terrain tires on 18-inch alloys255/60R18from $105.33
SE with Technology, SEL255/50R20from $105
SEL Premium R-Line265/45R21from $121.99

2018-2023 Atlas

1st gen (2018-2023)
S, SE, SE with Technology (18-inch), Launch Edition245/60R18from $83.99
SE with Technology R-Line, SEL, SEL R-Line, SEL Premium (2018-2020)20-inch alloys; some 2018-2020 SEL Premium models have optional 21-inch wheels with 265/45R21255/50R20from $105
SEL Premium R-Line (2021-2023)265/45R21from $121.99

Volkswagen Atlas tires by model year

What tires cost for a Volkswagen Atlas

Cheapest current price per tire in each size, by price band. Installation is extra unless stated. A dash means no tire in that band is in stock, or a better band costs the same or less.

SizeFromBudgetMid-rangePremiumStores
245/60R18$83.99–$83.99$127.6054
255/60R18$105.33–$105.33$155.9930
255/50R20$105–$105$164.9933
265/45R21$121.99––$121.9926

Best-value 245/60R18 tires for the Atlas

The cheapest tire in each price band today. Prices update weekly.

About the Volkswagen Atlas's tires

Most Atlas SE with Technology and SEL models ride on 255/50R20 tires, while the base S and SE use 245/60R18. The SEL Premium R-Line uses 265/45R21, and the Peak Edition from 2024 uses 255/60R18 all-terrain tires.

Confirm before you buy: the placard on the driver's door jamb and your current tire sidewall show your exact size. Option packages and mid-year changes can differ from this table.

FAQ: Volkswagen Atlas tires

What size tires does a Volkswagen Atlas have?

The current Volkswagen Atlas (2024-2026) uses 245/60R18, 255/60R18, 255/50R20, 265/45R21 depending on trim. Earlier generations differ; see the table by year above.

Did the Volkswagen Atlas tire size change between years?

Yes. We list 2 fitment ranges from 2018 to 2026: 2024-2026 uses 245/60R18, 255/60R18, 255/50R20, 265/45R21; 2018-2023 uses 245/60R18, 255/50R20, 265/45R21.

Which Volkswagen Atlas trims have bigger wheels?

SE: 245/60R18. Peak Edition SE, Peak Edition SEL: 255/60R18. SE with Technology, SEL: 255/50R20. SEL Premium R-Line: 265/45R21. These are factory fitments for the 2024-2026 Atlas.

How much are tires for a Volkswagen Atlas?

In 245/60R18, the most common size on the current Atlas, tires start at $83.99 each, so a set of four costs from $335.96 before installation. Mid-range tires start at $83.99. Premium tires start at $127.60. Prices are from 1684 live offers at 54 US retailers.

What are the cheapest tires for a Volkswagen Atlas?

The cheapest 245/60R18 tire we track right now is the Royal Black Milagemax SUV/CUV at $83.99 from TireMart. Prices change weekly, so compare the live list before you buy.

Can I use a different tire size on my Volkswagen Atlas?

Only a size approved for your trim and wheel. Keep overall diameter within about 3% of the original so the speedometer and safety systems stay accurate, and match or exceed the original load index and speed rating.

Do I need winter tires for my Volkswagen Atlas?

If daily highs stay below about 45°F where you drive, winter tires shorten stopping distances on snow and ice, including on AWD models. Most drivers in mild climates run all-season tires year-round.