What size tires are on a 2020 Ford Explorer Platinum?

What’s the difference between ST and ST line Explorer?

2022 Ford Explorer ST-Line

From the outside, the ST-Line is nearly similar to the Explorer ST. The ST-Line rides on 20-inch machined aluminum wheels and features a blacked-out grille, gloss-black hood badging, black-out treatments for the headlamps and taillamps, and dual exhaust tips.

What tires come on Explorer St?

2021 Ford Explorer ST Tire Size: 255/55R20.

Which is Better Explorer XLT or Limited?

Edmunds recommends the Explorer XLT

Edmunds says it adds more features, like heated seats and keyless entry, without adding much cost. Every Explorer comes standard with a turbocharged 2.3-liter four-cylinder engine producing 300 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

Which is bigger Blazer or Explorer?

The 2021 Ford Explorer is bigger, boxier, and costs quite a bit more than comparably equipped Chevy Blazer models. The Explorer has three rows of passenger seating, which generally exceeds what most people need and contributes to a higher transportation cost.

Which is better Ford Explorer Limited or sport?

There are three different engine options between the Explorer, XLT, Limited, and Sport trim levels. The Explorer and XLT share the 3.5L V6 option that provides potent power without sacrificing efficiency. The Limited engine option is the most efficient, while the Sport includes an impressive 365 HP engine.

Does LT matter on tire size?

What Does LT Mean on a Tire? An “LT” on your sidewall before that long string of numbers and letters denoting your tire size signifies the tire is a “Light Truck-metric” size; it was designed for use on a vehicle that carries heavy cargo loads or tows a large trailer.

What does St mean on a tire?

ST stands for Special Trailer. These tire sizes are meant for trailers, including fifth wheels and other travel trailers, as well as boat and utility trailers. If there’s no letter before the first number, you have a metric tire most commonly referred to as European size.

Which tires are better P or LT?

An LT tire is built more robustly than a P-Metric tire to handle heavy loads under adverse conditions. Heavier body plies and larger bead bundles allow LT tires to be inflated to higher pressures, thereby increasing the tire’s load capacity. It is the air inside the tire that carries the load.

What does LT and P mean on a tire?

The difference between passenger (P-metric) and light truck (LT-metric) tires comes down to how the tire is engineered. LT-metric tires are used for rougher driving conditions. You’ll find these tires on SUVs, pickups, and vans that tend to haul a heavier load and travel in more off-road conditions.

What is the difference between ST and P tires?

A “P” tire is for passenger car use where as an “ST” (specialty trailer) tire is designed for use on trailers. An “LT” reference on a tire means Light Truck.

Do LT tires last longer than P rated tires?

LT tires also have extra material in the sidewall and under the tread that protects the tire from damage. In the other hand, LT tires won’t ride as smooth, be as fuel efficient or last longer than a regular P-metric (Passenger)tire.

What does the P on tire number mean?

Metric Sizing

For P-Metric tires, you’ll see the letter “P” before the number sequence begins: P225/70R16 97H. P-metric is a designation standardized by the Tire and Rim Association for a “passenger car” tire type. For Euro-Metric there will be no preceding letter before the number sequence begins: 225/70R16 98H.

Are P rated tires good?

If you own a half ton pick-up truck or full-size SUV and rarely if ever carry a load or go off pavement, then a p-metric tire will be a better choice for your replacement tire. They will ride smoother, last longer, and be more fuel efficient than a LT rated tire in the same size.

How much difference in tire size is acceptable?

Tire Speed Difference (Mph)

As a general rule, you want replacement tires that are within 3 percent of the diameter (height) measurement of your existing tires’ diameter — assuming your current tires are what your owner’s manual recommends.