Wheels & Tires · Buyer's Guide

Performance Tires

Performance tires use softer rubber compounds and more aggressive tread patterns than all-season tires. The grip difference is dramatic — both in cornering and braking. They're the single biggest handling upgrade you can make. The trade-off is shorter tread life and reduced wet/cold performance.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Tire
Featured pick: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S TireFrom $715.99

Recommended Picks

A starting point for your build, sorted by budget.

Best ValueMost affordable in this category
Lexani LX-Twenty High Performance Tire

Lexani

LX-Twenty High Performance Tire

$94.99
Mid-Range PickBalanced price and performance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Tire (275/40R20)

Michelin

Pilot Sport 4 S Tire (275/40R20)

$372.99
Premium PickTop-tier brand and performance
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Tire

Michelin

Pilot Sport 4 S Tire

$715.99

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9. WHEELS & TIRES

Stock Specifications (2022 Dodge Challenger)

Trim Wheel Size Tire Size Bolt Pattern Hub Bore
R/T 20x8 245/45R20 5x115mm 71.5mm
Scat Pack 20x9.5 255/45R20 5x115mm 71.5mm
SRT Hellcat 20x9.5 275/40R20 5x115mm 71.5mm
SRT Super Stock 20x11 315/40ZR20 drag radials 5x115mm 71.5mm

Wheel Types

  • Forged Wheels: Lightest, strongest, most expensive. Best for performance — reduce unsprung weight. ~$300–$800 per wheel.
  • Flow-Formed (Rotary Forged): Near-forged strength and weight at lower cost. Best value performance upgrade. ~$150–$400 per wheel.
  • Cast Wheels: Standard aftermarket. Heavier. Fine for appearance upgrades. ~$80–$250 per wheel.

Offset Guide

  • Stock offset: +18 to +25mm
  • Going wider (negative offset): Wheels flush or poke — cosmetic, but may require fender rolling.
  • Going narrower (positive offset): Wheels tuck — functional for clearance.
  • Max rear width without modification: 295/40R20 rear, 275/40R20 front.

Tire Types

Type Best For Tread Life Wet Performance
All-Season Performance Daily driving 40,000–60,000 mi Good
Summer Performance Spirited driving 20,000–40,000 mi Excellent
Max Performance Summer Track/hard driving 10,000–20,000 mi Excellent
Drag Radials Strip launches Very low Poor (purpose-built)

Drag Radials

  • Used when launching at the drag strip to maximize grip with soft compound.
  • Factory drag radial option on SRT Super Stock and 1320 models.
  • Top speed limited to 168 mph with drag radials installed.
  • Popular brands: Nitto NT555RII, Mickey Thompson ET Street R, Hoosier Quick Time Pro.
  • Weld Racing wheels popular for dedicated drag setup.

Site UX Recommendations

  • Bolt pattern (5x115mm) should be prominently shown.
  • Weight saving per wheel shown — forged vs. cast matters for 0-60 and cornering.
  • "Drag setup" vs. "Street/Track setup" filter.
  • Note: drag radials are not street-legal in some jurisdictions.
LexaniLexani LXUHP-207 Ultra High Performance Tire
$99.99+
LexaniLX-Twenty High Performance Tire
$134.99+
LexaniLX-Twenty High Performance Tire
$139.99+