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Ford Explorer generations and tyre sizes

Explorer

Explorer I

1994 – 1995
Explorer

II

1995 – 1998
Бензин115–152 kW (156–207 PS)Автоматична
Explorer II (1. Facelift)

II (1. Facelift)

1999 – 2001
Бензин150 kW (204 PS)Автоматична
Explorer VI

VI

2019 – Now
Гібрид336 kW (457 PS)Автоматична

For the Ford Explorer in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV (rated 9.0/10) and Pirelli SCORPION WINTER (rated 9.0/10). The Ford Explorer uses 7 tyre sizes across 4 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from adac, tcs, auto bild, gtÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Ford Explorer - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Ford Explorer

Best tyres for Ford Explorer by category

Best for dry
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
9.4/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV
8.7/10
Best for comfort
Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV
7.9/10
Best for noise
Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV
7.9/10
Best for snow
Pirelli SCORPION WINTER
8.6/10
Best overall
Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Ford Explorer

#TyreрейтингWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV9.08.78.97.97.9Premium157%
2Pirelli SCORPION WINTER9.07.99.46.97.0Premium100%
3Nokian WR SUV 38.1----Upper-middle85%
4Hankook Winter i*cept evo2 SUV W3207.5----Upper-middle57%
5Kumho WinterCraft WS717.5----Upper-middle85%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Ford Explorer?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Ford Explorer are: Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV (9.0/10), Pirelli SCORPION WINTER (9.0/10), Nokian WR SUV 3 (8.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Ford Explorer?
The Ford Explorer uses the following tyre sizes: 225/70 R15, 235/75 R15, 235/70 R16, 255/70 R16, 245/60 R18, 255/50 R20, 265/45 R20.
How many generations does the Ford Explorer have?
The Ford Explorer has 4 generations, from 1994 to 2019.
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Ford Explorer?
For wet road performance on Ford Explorer, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV (8.7/10) And Pirelli SCORPION WINTER (7.9/10).
Are Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV good for Ford Explorer?
Yes, the Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV is the top-rated tyre for Ford Explorer with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 157% of Ford Explorer tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Ford Explorer?
To choose the right tyres for Ford Explorer: 1) check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.