2006 Ford Explorer Tires

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2006 Ford Explorer Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Ford Explorer tire size? Use the following chart to find information on tire size, speed rating, and inflation.

Trim Level Tire Size Speed Rating Inflation in PSI F/R
2006 Ford Explorer XLS P235/70R16 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer* P245/65R17 T 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer* P235/65R18 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Ford Explorer Limited* P235/65R18 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Ford Explorer Limited* P245/65R17 T 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Ford Explorer XLT* P245/65R17 T 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2006 Ford Explorer XLT* P235/70R16 S 35 PSI/35 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

2006 Ford Explorer XLS

- Size: Shop P235/70R16

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer*

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: T

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2006 Ford Explorer Eddie Bauer*

- Size: Shop P235/65R18

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2006 Ford Explorer Limited*

- Size: Shop P235/65R18

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2006 Ford Explorer Limited*

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: T

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2006 Ford Explorer XLT*

- Size: Shop P245/65R17

- Speed Rating: T

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

2006 Ford Explorer XLT*

- Size: Shop P235/70R16

- Speed Rating: S

- Inflation F/R: 35 PSI/35 PSI

* Note: these models have different tire sizes depending on vehicle options.

Recommended Tires for Your 2006 Ford Explorer

What tires are best for a 2006 Ford Explorer? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Ford Explorer.

Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2
Blizzak DM-V2

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
Bridgestone WEATHERPEAK
WEATHERPEAK

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Bridgestone ALENZA AS ULTRA
ALENZA AS ULTRA

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Bridgestone Dueler A/T Revo 3
Dueler A/T Revo 3

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Bridgestone Dueler H/T 687
Dueler H/T 687

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Bridgestone Ecopia H/L 422 Plus
Ecopia H/L 422 Plus

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Bridgestone ALENZA Sport A/S
ALENZA Sport A/S

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone Destination A/T2
Destination A/T2

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone ALL SEASON
ALL SEASON

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone WEATHERGRIP
WEATHERGRIP

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Firestone Destination LE3
Destination LE3

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Firestone Winterforce 2 UV
Winterforce 2 UV

  • No warranty
  • Winter
  • Winter
Firestone Destination A/T
Destination A/T

  • Gold Pledge Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
SUREDRIVE HIGHWAY
HIGHWAY

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
SUREDRIVE ALL-TERRAIN
ALL-TERRAIN

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
SUREDRIVE Touring A/S
Touring A/S

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Passenger Tires
Toyo OPEN COUNTRY A/T III
OPEN COUNTRY A/T III

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Toyo OPEN COUNTRY HTII
OPEN COUNTRY HTII

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires
Toyo PROXES ST III
PROXES ST III

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Light Truck Tires

Affordable 2006 Ford Explorer Tires

Shopping for tires can be overwhelming, but not when you're equipped with the right information. That's why you should head our way when it's time to put new tires on your  2006 Ford Explorer. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for Ford tires in all sizes, for all seasons. Whether you need a tire that's designed to improve fuel economy, take tight corners, or handle off-road terrain, you'll find the right tires for your vehicle and budget.

View Ford-recommended tires for your 2006 Explorer, plus useful info about Ford Explorer tire pressure, tire size, and speed rating. Take it from one of our tire technicians, Brianna: "You want to find the correct size for your tire. It matters in alignments and keeping your vehicle driving the way it’s supposed to.”

Beyond the correct tire size, you also want to consider a handful of other factors when buying new Ford Explorer tires like where and how you drive, and what tire brand you trust most. If you live in Florida, you probably won't need studded snow tires anytime soon. Somewhere like Colorado or even Kansas is a different story. You may want to invest in a set of Ford Explorer snow tires for one part of the year, and all-season tires for the rest of the year.

Think about where you live (countryside vs. city vs. mountains) and the kind of unexpected weather you're likely to experience when evaluating your driving conditions. It's not uncommon for drivers in states that experience all four seasons to buy more than one set of tires. one for winter and one for summer. It's one of the best ways to maximize their Ford Explorer's safety and performance from January to December. Other drivers prefer to purchase one all-season set to limit trips to the tire shop and make sure their vehicle is prepared in the rain, sleet, snow, or sun!

Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. Do you enjoy pushing your Ford Explorer to the limits? Going where no vehicle has gone before? If you're a big off-roading fan you forges paths where others can't, you have very different needs than a long-distance commuter who sticks to the highway. You'll want strong tires that can take on dirt, gravel, stone, sand, and more. You might want to look at bigger tires with stiffer sidewalls and wider tread patterns to help protect against punctures and maintain balance in uneven road conditions. But if you're comfortable in the city and suburbs, a Ford Explorer tire that offers a smooth, quiet ride might be exactly what you need. Visit your local Firestone Complete Auto Care for help selecting the tire that's right for you, or get started by browsing tires that fit your vehicle. You're only a click or two away from a new set of 2006 Ford Explorer tires.

Good Tire Brands for Ford Explorers

Firestone Complete Auto Care has plenty of good Ford Explorer tire brands for you to choose from. Two of them are Firestone and Bridgestone. Firestone tires for Ford Explorers are always ready to get the job done! Harvey Firestone started the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900 in Akron, OH. He was a visionary from the get-go. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started producing and testing truck, passenger, and farm tires. The company can be credited for introducing the first all-rubber, non-skid tire in 1908! Firestone Tires has been passionate about leading the industry since day one, thanks to Harvey Firestone's industrious spirit. Firestone is now one of the largest tire manufacturers in the world with 8,000 different tires for a variety of vehicles — including the 2006 Ford Explorer.

Bridgestone is another top choice for Ford Explorer tires. In 1931, Shojiro Ishibashi founded The Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. in Japan. In 1990, the company merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company. Bridgestone Tires now has more than 50 production facilities and 55,000 employees throughout the Americas! It remains a global leader in tire technology and rubber products, providing world-class service, tires, and more to communities worldwide. As Shojiro Ishibashi said, Bridgestone is dedicated worldwide to "serve society with superior quality." What are you waiting for? If you want to drive with peace of mind, buy Bridgestone tires for a 2006 Ford Explorer today!

Installing Ford Explorer Tires

Firestone Complete Auto Care has been a leading tire provider for more than a century. We're a tire store that also offers professional tire installation, maintenance, and rotation, along with complete auto care. Buy 2006 Ford Explorer tires online and schedule your installation when it's convenient for you. Many stores are open late and on weekends to better fit your busy schedule.

Questions About 2006 Ford Explorer Tires

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Ford Explorer tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Why does Ford tire inflation matter? Even a tiny decrease in tire pressure could impact your safety and fuel economy. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help increase fuel economy, improve braking time, and boost tire lifespan.
  • What do the tire sidewall numbers mean for my Ford Explorer? The numbers on your tire sidewall give you information about tire speed rating, traction, treadwear, tire size, and load carrying capacity. Chat with a tire technician to learn how to read the numbers on your Ford tires!
  • Is there an easy way to check Ford tire tread depth? Grab a penny. Hold the so that Abe Lincon's head is facing you and his hair is pointing toward the ground. Then, place the penny into a tread groove. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new Ford Explorer tires.