Lotus Exige Spare Tire

The Lotus Exige, with its prominent sports car design, typically does not come with a spare tire due to its extreme focus on weight saving and performance. Instead, it usually includes a tire repair kit which can temporarily fix a puncture, allowing the car to be driven to a repair center. The tire types and sizes equipped in Exige models can vary based on the different models and the year they were released. Generally, earlier models like the Lotus Exige S1 use tires of size 195/50R15 for the front and 225/45R16 for the rear, while later models such as the Exige S3 may use 205/45R17 for the front and 265/35R18 for the rear. The suggested tire types are usually performance tires that suit the car's sporty dynamics, and the exact specifications can be found in the vehicle's manual or advised by Lotus authorized service centers.

Lotus Exige models manufactured from 2006 to 2011 have tires with overall diameter of 23.7", allowing the use of a temporary spare tire with a near same diameter as the OEM tire. Tire diameter and wheel diameter clearance have been taken into account for the specific Lotus Exige years and trims.

Listed below are compact spare tire sizes that can fit some Lotus Exige vehicles based on acceptable tire diameter range of 23" to 24.4". Some Exige models may require the use of a traditional full-size tire as a spare. To ensure safe temporary mobility in case of a road emergency, always refer to the vehicle owner's manual for the correct Lotus Exige spare tire size designated by vehicle's manufacturer.

Spare Size	Spare Diameter
T125/85D16from $146.92	24.3"
T135/70R16from $131.99	23.5"
T125/70R17from $127.35	23.9"
T125/80D16from $95.68	23.9"
T125/70D17from $82.14	23.9"
T135/80D15	23.5"
T135/70D16	23.5"
T125/90R15	23.9"
T125/90D15	23.9"
T125/80R16	23.9"
T135/80R15	23.5"

Spare Tire for Lotus Exige

Discover spare tire solutions for your Lotus Exige based on model year. Generally, spare tire size has to be within 3% of the overall diameter of the original equipment tire size. Lotus Exige tire size can vary depending on the year and trim. Make sure to check the load index and load capacity of the spare tire to ensure that it is capable to safely support your vehicle's weight.

All listed guides, data and/or calculations are for informational purposes only. Spare-Tires.com does not warrant or make any representations regarding the accuracy of or the results of the use of this information. Always refer to vehicle owner's manual for the correct spare tire size configuration.