How much do new tires cost?

New tires cost $50–$300 each on average, meaning a full set of four costs $200–$1,200 before installation. Budget all-season tires for a compact car run $50–$100 each. Mid-range all-season tires for an SUV or crossover cost $100–$200 each. Premium performance tires or truck tires cost $150–$300+ each. Installation adds $15–$45 per tire at most shops.

How much does it cost to replace all four tires?

Replacing all four tires costs $300–$1,500 installed depending on vehicle type and tire quality. A compact sedan with budget tires runs $300–$500 installed. A midsize SUV with mid-range tires costs $600–$900 installed. A truck or performance vehicle with premium tires can cost $1,000–$1,500+ installed. Always ask about current promotions — Costco, Discount Tire, and NTB frequently offer rebates that reduce the cost $50–$200 per set.

Is it OK to replace only two tires at a time?

On front-wheel-drive vehicles, replacing just the two front or two rear tires is acceptable if the other pair has more than 50% tread remaining. On all-wheel-drive (AWD) and 4WD vehicles, replacing fewer than all four tires at once is risky — a tread depth difference of more than 2/32 inch between front and rear tires can strain the transfer case and differential, leading to expensive drivetrain repairs. Always replace all four tires simultaneously on AWD vehicles.

Where is the cheapest place to buy tires?

Costco and Discount Tire consistently offer the lowest prices on name-brand tires. Costco includes free installation, lifetime rotation, flat repair, and nitrogen inflation. Online retailers like Tire Rack and SimpleTire offer competitive prices with local installation, but you pay separate installation fees. Dealer service centers typically charge 20–40% more than independent tire shops for the same tire and installation.

How Much Are Tires in 2026? — Cost by Type, Brand, and Vehicle

Tires cost $50–$300 each depending on size, type, and brand. A full set of four installed runs $300–$1,500 for most vehicles. Budget all-season tires for a compact car cost around $400 installed. Mid-range SUV tires run $600–$900 installed. Premium performance or truck tires can exceed $1,200 for a set. The cheapest places to buy are Costco and Discount Tire — often 20–30% less than dealer service departments.

Tire Prices by Vehicle Type (2026)

Vehicle Type	Budget Tier (per tire)	Mid-Range (per tire)	Premium (per tire)
Compact sedan	$50–$80	$90–$130	$140–$200
Midsize sedan	$70–$100	$110–$160	$170–$250
SUV / Crossover	$90–$130	$140–$200	$210–$300
Full-size truck	$120–$160	$170–$240	$250–$350
Performance / sports car	$140–$200	$200–$280	$300–$500+
EV (larger size)	$130–$180	$180–$260	$270–$400

Add $15–$45 per tire for installation, balancing, and disposal fees.

Cost by Tire Brand Tier

Brand Tier	Example Brands	Typical Price (per tire)
Budget	Hankook, Kumho, Nexen, Mastercraft	$50–$100
Mid-range	Cooper, Firestone, General, Yokohama	$90–$160
Premium	Michelin, Bridgestone, Continental, Pirelli	$150–$300+
Performance	Michelin Pilot Sport, Pirelli P Zero	$200–$500+

Types of Tires and Their Costs

All-season tires ($60–$200 each) — The most popular type. Suitable for year-round driving in mild climates, light snow, and wet roads. Best value for most drivers.

Winter/snow tires ($80–$220 each) — Required in severe snow climates. Must be swapped on a second set of wheels seasonally. Budget $600–$1,200 for the tire set plus $200–$500 for a second wheel set.

All-terrain tires ($120–$300 each) — For trucks and SUVs used off-road. Higher cost and slightly lower fuel economy than all-season alternatives.

Run-flat tires ($150–$350 each) — Found on BMWs, Mercedes, and some other vehicles. Allow driving 50 miles at 50 mph after a puncture. Cost significantly more than standard tires and typically cannot be repaired — only replaced.

Where to Buy Tires: Price Comparison

Retailer	Relative Price	Perks
Costco	10–20% below MSRP	Free installation, rotation, flat repair, nitrogen
Discount Tire / America’s Tire	10–15% below MSRP	Price match; frequent rebates; fast installation
Tire Rack (online + local install)	10–20% below MSRP	Best selection; installation at partner shops
SimpleTire / TiresBuyOnline	10–20% below MSRP	Competitive; shipped to installer
Walmart Auto Center	5–10% below MSRP	Limited selection; low installation cost
Dealer service center	At or above MSRP	Convenient; OEM recommendations; no real discounts
NTB / Firestone / Midas	At MSRP	Frequent sales; nationwide locations

Additional Costs to Budget For

Installation & balancing: $15–$45 per tire ($60–$180 per set)
Valve stems: $3–$15 each, replaced with new tires
TPMS sensor service: $10–$25 per tire (sensors may need replacement or recalibration on newer vehicles)
Alignment check: $60–$120 — recommended any time new tires are installed
Tire disposal: $3–$10 per tire at most shops

For guidance on when to replace, see When Should You Replace Your Tires?.

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