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Compiled & checked by the site's publisher from manufacturer, NHTSA & USTMA data · Updated 2026-07-24
The Jeep Grand Cherokee is a premium mid-size SUV with genuine off-road capability in its Trailhawk trim. The right tire depends on which Grand Cherokee you have. A Laredo on pavement has very different needs than a Trailhawk on a muddy trail.
Common Jeep Grand Cherokee tire sizes
WL Grand Cherokee (2022-current): 245/70R17 or 265/60R18 (Laredo), 265/60R18 or 265/50R20 (Limited, Overland), 265/50R20 (Summit), 275/45R21 (Summit Reserve), 265/60R18 (Trailhawk).
WK2 Grand Cherokee (2011-2021): 265/60R18 (Laredo, Limited), 265/50R20 (Overland, Summit), 265/60R18 (Trailhawk) — 245/65R17 is the Trailhawk size for the smaller Jeep Cherokee (KL), not the Grand Cherokee.
The Trailhawk pairs its air suspension and skid plates with a factory all-terrain tire — Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar on the 2017-2021 WK2, and Goodyear Wrangler Territory AT on the current WL Trailhawk 4xe.
Best tires: Laredo, Limited, Overland (pavement)
Michelin CrossClimate2: the best all-around choice for Grand Cherokee owners who primarily drive paved roads. Excellent wet grip, 3PMSF winter rating, quiet and long-lasting. Available in 265/60R18 and 265/50R20.
Continental CrossContact LX25: excellent wet performance and fuel efficiency. Well-suited to the Grand Cherokee's luxury positioning.
Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season Plus II: a quiet, efficient touring all-season that suits the Grand Cherokee's premium positioning.
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Best tires: Grand Cherokee Trailhawk
Falken Wildpeak AT3W: the most popular Trailhawk upgrade and a step up from the factory Goodyear all-terrains. 3PMSF winter rating, better rock and clay traction, available in Trailhawk sizes.
BF Goodrich KO2: for Trailhawk owners who use the off-road capability seriously. Better rock and mud grip than any all-terrain, at the cost of more highway noise.
Toyo Open Country AT3: the quietest A/T upgrade for Trailhawk owners who daily-drive highway miles. Better on-road refinement than the KO2, with similar moderate off-road capability.
Best Jeep Grand Cherokee tires by trim
| Trim | Tire | Best For | Price (per tire) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo, Limited, Overland | Michelin CrossClimate2 | Excellent wet grip, 3PMSF winter rating, quiet and long-lasting | $130–180 |
| Laredo, Limited, Overland | Continental CrossContact LX25 | Excellent wet performance and fuel efficiency | $130–180 |
| Laredo, Limited, Overland | Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season Plus II | Quiet, efficient touring all-season suited to the GC's premium positioning | $130–180 |
| Trailhawk | Falken Wildpeak AT3W | 3PMSF winter rating, better rock and clay traction than the factory Goodyear all-terrain | $160–230 |
| Trailhawk | BF Goodrich KO2 | Better rock and mud grip than any all-terrain, for serious off-road use | $160–230 |
| Trailhawk | Toyo Open Country AT3 | Quietest A/T upgrade with better on-road refinement than the KO2 | $160–230 |
Frequently asked
Can I put 33-inch tires on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk?
The Trailhawk uses 265/60R18 (a roughly 31-inch tire) on most recent years. Going larger typically requires a lift on the WL Grand Cherokee — check with a shop for exact clearance in your specific size.
How much do Jeep Grand Cherokee tires cost?
Common sizes (265/60R18, 265/50R20, 255/55R20) run $130–180 per tire for quality all-seasons. All-terrain in the same sizes: $160–230 per tire. A set of four installed: $520–720 for all-season.
What OEM tires come on the Jeep Grand Cherokee?
It depends on year and trim. The Trailhawk ships on genuine all-terrains — Goodyear Wrangler All-Terrain Adventure with Kevlar on the WK2, Goodyear Wrangler Territory AT on the WL — while street trims ship on highway all-seasons that vary by year and build. The Michelin CrossClimate2 and BF Goodrich KO2 are the most popular aftermarket upgrades.
Do I really need all-terrain tires on my Grand Cherokee?
Only if you actually use it off pavement. If your Grand Cherokee lives on Carrollton streets and I-20, a quiet all-season gives you better road manners, less noise, and longer tread life. Save the all-terrains for an off-road trim that sees trails, gravel, or hunting-land two-tracks. Otherwise you're paying a fuel-economy and noise penalty for grip you'll never touch.
How long should tires last on a Grand Cherokee?
It comes down to the tire and how you drive. A premium highway all-season on a street-driven GC can go a long way with regular rotation, while aggressive all-terrains on an off-road trim wear faster, especially run hard on the highway. Rotating every 5,000 to 7,500 miles and keeping pressures right is the single biggest thing that stretches a set.
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Last updated 2026-07-24. General guidance only — confirm specifics with a local shop for your exact vehicle.