2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Tires

Get Tires for Your Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG

When it's time to buy new tires for your vehicle, turn to the skilled technicians at your local Firestone Complete Auto Care. Browse tires online and schedule an installation appointment today!

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Tires Sizes, Speed Ratings, and Inflation

Not sure about your Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG 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
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Base* 255/35ZR18 Y PSI/36 PSI SHOP THIS TIRE
2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Base* 235/40ZR18 Y 33 PSI/ PSI SHOP THIS TIRE

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Base*

- Size: Shop 255/35ZR18

- Speed Rating: Y

- Inflation F/R: PSI/36 PSI

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Base*

- Size: Shop 235/40ZR18

- Speed Rating: Y

- Inflation F/R: 33 PSI/ PSI

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

Recommended Tires for Your 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG

What tires are best for a 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG? The following tire brands and types are a great fit for your Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG.

Bridgestone Potenza RACE
Potenza RACE

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Potenza Sport

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Bridgestone Potenza Sport AS
Potenza Sport AS

  • Platinum Pact Limited Warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport
PROXES Sport

  • No warranty
  • Summer
  • Performance
Toyo PROXES Sport A/S
PROXES Sport A/S

  • No warranty
  • All-Season
  • Performance

Buy Tires for 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG

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  2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG. Firestone Complete Auto Care is the place to go for Mercedes-Benz tires in all sizes, for all seasons. Whether you want tire that's made to improve fuel economy, take tight corners, or handle off-road terrain, you'll find good tires that match your budget.

View Mercedes-Benz-recommended tires for your 2012 SLK55 AMG, plus helpful information about Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG 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 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tires like where and how you drive, and what tire brand you trust most. If you live in Florida, you probably won't want to buy studdable snow tires. Somewhere like Colorado or even Kansas is a different story. You may want to invest in a set of Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG 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. Drivers in states that fully experience all four seasons often buy two sets of tires: one set for winter, one set for summer. It's one of the best ways to maximize their Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG's safety and performance from January to December. Other drivers buy one set of all-season tires instead. That way they don't have to return to the tire shop and their vehicle is always ready for sun, rain, and light snow!

Your personal driving style is the next factor to consider. Do you like taking your Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG far away from civilization? Adventuring where other vehicles can't? 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 a tire that can handle gravel, sand, stone, and dirt. You might even want a bigger tire with stiffer sidewalls and a wide tread pattern to help prevent punctures and maintain stability in uneven road conditions. But if you plan on sticking around town, a Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tire that offers comfort, stability, and a quiet ride could be just 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 can buy 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tires online now!

Good Tire Brands for Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGs

Firestone Complete Auto Care has plenty of good Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tire brands for you to choose from. Firestone and Bridgestone are two popular brands. Firestone tires for Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMGs always deliver! Harvey Firestone started the Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1900 in Akron, OH. He was a boundary-pusher from the beginning. Firestone saw a future in automobile tires, so he started making and testing farm, truck, and passenger tires. One of the company's pioneering efforts was the introduction in 1908 of the first all-rubber, non-skid tire! 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG.

You can't go wrong with Bridgestone for Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tires, too. Bridgestone Tire Company Ltd. was founded by Shojiro Ishibashi in Japan in 1931 and merged with The Firestone Tire & Rubber Company in 1990. Today, Bridgestone Tires has more than 55,000 employees and 50 production facilities 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 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG today!

Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Tire Installation & Rotation

We sell tires, but we also service them and care for all the around-the-wheel components. We're your one-stop shop for tire installation, rotation, and ongoing maintenance! Buy 2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG 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.

2012 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG Tire Q&A

Inspecting and caring for your tires is one of the best ways to help them last. Get answers to common Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tire questions and learn how to care for new tires.

  • Is Mercedes-Benz tire inflation important? A small decrease in tire pressure can have a big impact on your driving. Maintaining proper tire pressure can help improve braking time, increase fuel economy, and boost tire lifespan.
  • Why are there numbers on the side of my Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tires? 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 Mercedes-Benz tires!
  • Is there an easy way to check Mercedes-Benz tire tread depth? Stay on top of your tire tread depth to help avoid a dangerous drive. You can check tread depth with a penny. Hold the penny so that Abraham Lincoln is facing you, then place your penny into a tread groove upside down. If you can see the top of Abe’s head, your tread is shallow and it might be time for new Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG tires.