{"id":46035,"date":"2026-10-09T15:37:00","date_gmt":"2026-10-09T13:37:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.greendrive-accessories.com\/blog\/?p=45848"},"modified":"2026-09-23T19:09:49","modified_gmt":"2026-09-23T17:09:49","slug":"tesla-model-3-winter-tyres-sizes-3","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.greendrive-accessories.com\/blog\/language\/en\/tesla-model-3-winter-tyres-sizes-3\/","title":{"rendered":"Tesla Model 3 winter tyres: sizes and 3 part numbers"},"content":{"rendered":"

Choosing winter tyres for your Tesla Model 3 starts with a simple question: what size tyres are actually fitted to your car? Between the Model 3s produced from 2017 to 2023 and the restyled 2024 Highland, the wheel rims and part numbers have changed. Here\u2019s how to read your tyre sidewall, which tyres to choose and how much they cost.<\/p>\n

\"Pneus<\/p>\n

Tesla Model 3 winter tyres: finding the correct size<\/h2>\n

The tyre size is printed on the sidewall of each tyre, in the format width\/height R diameter, followed by the load and speed ratings. On the Model 3, the most common tyre sizes are 235\/45 R18 (Aero or Photon rims), the 235\/40 R19 (Sport or Nova wheels) and the 20-inch tyres on Performance versions, sometimes with different widths for the front and rear. Check your tyre specifications before placing any order: two cars from the same model year may be fitted with different rims, and the vehicle registration document is not sufficient to determine this.<\/p>\n

2017\u20132023 or Highland: two sets of specifications<\/h2>\n

GreenDrive separates the sets by generation, as the original alloys and approved part numbers differ. For a pre-2024 Model 3, the set of four Hankook 2017\u20132023 tyres<\/a> is available for \u20ac570.00. For the Highland, the Nokian Highland set<\/a> (\u20ac712.40) is aimed at drivers facing truly cold conditions. On each product page, check that the version you\u2019ve chosen bears the 3PMSF marking: since November 2024, it is this marking \u2013 and not simply the letters \u2018M S\u2019 \u2013 that classifies a tyre as a winter tyre under the Montagne Act.<\/p>\n

Which brand for which driver?<\/h2>\n

There is no such thing as the \u2018best\u2019 Tesla Model 3 winter tyres in absolute terms; there are only tyres suited to your winter conditions. Hankook offers the best value for money and versatility for flat country and suburban areas, where you mainly drive on cold, wet roads. Nokian, the Finnish specialist in extreme cold, offers peace of mind in the Jura, the East or the Alps, where snow lies. Michelin appeals to frequent motorway drivers for its durability and braking performance on cold, dry roads. Details of the Alpine symbol are explained in our article on Tesla 3PMSF tyres<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What the Model 3 demands of its winter tyres<\/h2>\n

A Model 3 weighs around 1.8 tonnes depending on the version and delivers its torque instantly: low-end Tesla Model 3 winter tyres will spin as soon as you accelerate properly for the first time. In the Rear-Wheel Drive version, traction relies solely on the rear wheels, which also handle the regenerative braking when you lift off the accelerator. You should therefore choose a tyre renowned for its grip, activate Chill mode on snow and ensure the load index is at least equal to the original one, as shown on the label on the door pillar.<\/p>\n

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Checklist before ordering your Tesla Model 3 winter tyres<\/h2>\n