What is the tire size of the Nissan Qashqai?
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The Nissan Qashqai comes with three tire sizes: 215/55R18, 225/45R19, and 215/60R17. For 215/55R18, the first number 215 represents the tire width of 215MM, 55 indicates the aspect ratio of the tire section is 55%, meaning the section height is 55% of the width, 18 stands for the rim diameter of 18 inches, and the letter "R" in the middle denotes a radial tire. For 225/45R19, the first number 225 represents the tire width of 225MM, 45 indicates the aspect ratio of the tire section is 45%, meaning the section height is 45% of the width, 19 stands for the rim diameter of 19 inches, and the letter "R" in the middle denotes a radial tire. For 215/60R17, the first number 215 represents the tire width of 215MM, 60 indicates the aspect ratio of the tire section is 60%, meaning the section height is 60% of the width, 17 stands for the rim diameter of 17 inches, and the letter "R" in the middle denotes a radial tire. The Qashqai's original tires come in three brands: Dunlop, Bridgestone, and Hankook. The tires feature a five-spoke aluminum alloy wheel design, and the spare tire is a non-full-size type. If you want to replace the tires yourself, follow these steps: Retrieve the spare tire and jack, place the jack under the vehicle frame near the tire to be replaced, ensuring the jack contacts the metal part of the frame; Raise the jack until it supports the car, making sure the jack is positioned under the vehicle and at a right angle to the ground; Remove the hubcap, loosen the nuts counterclockwise, but do not fully remove them—just enough to eliminate resistance. Keeping the tire on the ground when first loosening the nuts ensures the nuts turn, not the tire; Continue turning the nuts counterclockwise until they are loose, repeat this step for all lug nuts, then fully remove them; Place the new tire on the wheel hub, carefully aligning the tire rim with the wheel bolts, install the lug nuts, and hand-tighten them until all nuts are snug. The tire replacement is now complete. In addition to the model, tires also display the following common data: Tire cord material: Indicated by Chinese pinyin, such as M for cotton cord, R for rayon cord, N for nylon cord, G for steel cord, and ZG for steel radial cord tires. Speed rating: Indicates the maximum speed the tire can carry a specified load under specified conditions. Letters A to Z represent certified speed ratings from 4.8 km/h to 300 km/h. Common speed ratings include: Q: 160 km/h; H: 210 km/h; V: 240 km/h; W: 270 km/h; Y: 300 km/h. Rim specification: Indicates the rim size compatible with the tire for practical use, such as "Standard Rim 5.00F".
Nissan Qashqai owners, let's chat. My Qashqai came with factory-fitted tires sized 215/65R16, which perform smoothly on city roads with good shock absorption over speed bumps and reliable grip during long highway drives. This size is a common configuration for the Qashqai, perfectly matching the wheel size. If you arbitrarily switch to a larger size, like 225-series, it might look cooler but could negatively affect handling, especially reducing stability during cornering. I regularly check tire pressure, keeping it around the recommended 2.4bar, and replace tires promptly once wear becomes excessive, sticking to the same size to avoid speedometer inaccuracies. I advise new owners not to tamper with the wheels unnecessarily—factory design is the most reliable. Given the Qashqai's SUV nature with a relatively high center of gravity, incorrect tire sizing could increase rollover risks. Always take a moment during daily parking to inspect tread depth and check for cracks—safety first.
