Find Tyres for Jaguar XK

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about UK tyre fitment, MOT rules and seasonal options.

• Can I mix tyre brands on a Jaguar XK?

  It's safer to fit matching tyres in pairs (axle-by-axle) on a Jaguar XK. Mixing brands or different tread patterns across an axle can affect handling balance — particularly in wet conditions.

• How do I find the right tyres for a Jaguar XK?

  Start with the size printed on your existing tyre sidewall — for example 205/55 R16 91V — and use it as your baseline for the Jaguar XK. Match width, profile, rim size, load index and speed rating before considering brand or pattern.

• Where do I find the load index for Jaguar XK tyres?

  Load index appears at the end of the tyre size, just before the speed rating — e.g. 91V means load index 91, speed V. Match or exceed the original load index shown on the door placard of your Jaguar XK.

• Are all-season tyres a good choice on a Jaguar XK?

  For UK drivers, all-season tyres with the 3PMSF symbol can be a sensible compromise on the Jaguar XK — particularly if you do mixed mileage and don't want to swap between summer and winter sets twice a year.

• Why does the Jaguar XK have different tyre sizes by year?

  The Jaguar XK has had 2 UK-market generations. Each generation uses a different platform and wheel options, so tyre sizes are not interchangeable across the model's history. Pick the year-correct generation page for accurate fitment data.