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Tires

An integral part of the performance.

To achieve the dynamic sports car performance and sensation that defines a Porsche, every precisely engineered component must work in perfect harmony. This includes your tires, which are key to translating that driving experience onto the road. After all, they are the only part of your Porsche in direct contact with the ground. Every engine revolution, every turn of the steering wheel, and every press of the brake pedal delivers the authentic Porsche feel only when tire characteristics align with the overall design.

That’s why tires developed specifically for your Porsche are engineered by leading manufacturers to our exact specifications and marked with the “N” designation. Only N-marked tires undergo our rigorous testing and approval process to ensure optimal performance, handling, and safety. Your service advisor can provide the latest information on tires that best suit your Porsche and driving needs.

Close-up of a Porsche tyre with the NA 1 marking on the tread
Close-up of a Porsche wheel with yellow brake callipers, black rim and Michelin tyres. Visible brake disc and Porsche logo in the centre.

N-marked tires - approved by Porsche.

N-marked tires undergo rigorous testing by Porsche engineers under extreme conditions to ensure consistent performance across various driving scenarios. From braking maneuvers to high-speed cornering and diverse weather conditions, these tires are evaluated to withstand the forces exerted by a Porsche on the road. Only those that meet our exacting standards earn the N-marking.
Your Porsche Centre is here to help you choose the right tires from the full range of Porsche-approved options. Developed by leading manufacturers for each Porsche model, these tires meet our exacting standards and performance requirements. Every N-marked tire has undergone rigorous testing and approval to ensure optimal handling, safety, and driving dynamics.
Structure of the tire marking.

Following the "N" marking, a second letter indicates the model line and a number the tire version. Additional details can be found in the technical specifications for each tire.

For example, the tire for the Porsche Macan is marked NE0, which signifies:
N – Approved by Porsche
E – Designed for the Porsche Macan
0 – The first specific configuration (including structure, compound, tread, etc.) with serial approval; higher numbers represent later approved versions of the tire with different specifications.

Porsche N-marked tires undergo rigorous testing based on strict criteria that meet our high standards for dynamic and safe driving pleasure. The testing encompasses three main areas:

1. Subjective outdoor criteria, such as handling and driving comfort

2. Objective outdoor criteria, such as braking performance and durability

3. Indoor criteria, such as rolling resistance and high-speed performance

Tire geometry and rubber composition are specifically tailored to each Porsche model by leading manufacturers such as Michelin. The N-marking signifies that these summer, winter, all-season, and sport tires deliver the driving stability and pleasure characteristic of Porsche. Porsche N-marked tires ensure that your vehicle maintains its original driving performance and safety standards.

Seasonal Tires

Blue 718 Boxster driving fast through a winding mountain road, surrounded by trees and rocks.

Summer Tires

Did you know that asphalt can reach temperatures of up to 60°C in the summer? Or that your Porsche is subjected to lateral loads of up to 1.3 g when cornering? With a special rubber compound designed for high-temperature stability and a tread pattern optimized for summer road surfaces, N-marked summer tires offer convincing grip, cornering stability, and short braking distances combined with a low rolling resistance that helps to ensure fuel or energy efficiency.

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Red 911 Carrera GTS on a wintry mountain road with snow-covered mountains in the background.

Winter Tires

Many drivers find driving on snow to be highly challenging. Porsche recommended winter tires provide you with a firm footing and greater confidence in winter driving conditions. The secret of N-marked tires lies in their material composition. Manufactured from a rubber which does not harden in the cold, they maintain their grip even at low temperatures. They also feature tread patterns specially designed to deflect water, provide good lateral support, and pick up snow – which can increase the grip.

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A white Porsche 911 GT3 RS drives at high speed on a racetrack at sunset.

Sport Tires

Engineered for use on racing circuits, these tires feature a shallower tread depth, specialized tread pattern, and optimized substructure. Ideal for driver training, performance driving, and motorsport applications, they deliver superior grip in dry conditions compared to standard street tires while offering enhanced wear characteristics for sustained performance.

A purple Porsche Macan 4 drives on a motorway at sunset.

All-season tires

If you prefer not to switch your tires with the changing seasons, all-season tires provide a model-specific balance of grip, handling, and stability. They offer a good balance of key attributes from our winter and high-performance summer tires.

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