There’s no shortage of aftermarket tires available for Jeep Wranglers in 2021. Deciding which brand and type to buy is reliant on a number of factors.

The terrain you plan to cover, your available budget, and the environment where you live, are all issues you need to think about.

And these days you no longer have to travel to your local tire dealer and choose from their limited range.

Buying online means you can have the tires sent to your door, (with free delivery using services such as Amazon Prime) before you visit your tire center for fitting.

This does mean you need to do your research, however. And that’s where this guide comes in. Below you will find our top 7 selected tires for Jeep Wranglers this year along with full reviews and a buyer’s guide.

Top 7 Best Tires for Your Jeep Wrangler

Jeep Wrangler Tire Reviews

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The following tires have been selected based on construction quality, off-road ability, tread design, and price point.

Our testing method involves a combination of the above criteria, plus recent customer reviews and feedback on performance, as well as analysis of how each product fares against others on the market.

1. TOP PREMIUM PICK: Nitto Trail Grappler M/T All-Season Jeep Tire

Our top premium pick tires for Jeep Wranglers in 2019 is the excellent Nitto Trail Grappler. This all-season tire is a fantastic combination of the Nitto Mud Grappler built with superior on-road capability.

For those that need aggressiveness off-road, yet comfortable on the highway you can’t beat this tire. (They state that this is up to 36% quieter than the Mud Grappler when on the road).

The tire features a grooved tread with extended biting edges for the off-road terrain. There’s also a deep center sipe for better traction on the wet. There are also built-in stone ejectors and a reinforced shoulder groove.

Bottom line

Yes, the Nitto Trail Grappler M/T all-season tire is more expensive than many of the other options in our review roundup, however, the quality here is clear.

Combining the tough durability for off-road use with a smooth and quiet highway ride this is a perfect option for those that want to get the most out of their Jeep Wrangler in all conditions.

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2. TOP BUDGET PICK: Falken Wildpeak AT3W All Season Jeep Tire

Our top budget pick is another all season offering, this time in the shape of the Falken Wildpeak AT3W.

The tire features an optimized tread design that alongside the silica tread compound provides excellent versatility. Use in winter and the wet, off-road, or on the highway.

Inbuilt Heat diffuser technology has been used in the lower sidewall. This helps to spread heat away from the internal construction of the tire, (increasing both durability and longevity). When carrying heavy loads your tires will stay cooler for longer.

The Falken Wildpeak also features 3D Canyon sipe technology. This is designed to reduce wear from high torque while increasing traction and overall handling ability.

For off-road use, the aggressive upper sidewall and offset shoulder blocks are there to ward off rocks, branches, and other off-road obstacles.

Bottom Line

Another top quality all-season tire for Jeep Wranglers. The Falken Wildpeak delivers on both design and price points offering budget-minded buyers an excellent tire option. Highly recommended.

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3. Goodyear Wrangler MT/R Kevlar Jeep Tire

It is difficult to go wrong with the ever reliable Goodyear, and two models of tire make our top 7 from this the Godfather of tire manufacturing.

Here the Wrangler MT/R features the durable design quality of the Goodyear brand. Highlights include the DuPont Kevlar reinforced sidewalls for increased toughness and better heat dissipation.

There’s also a complete wraparound asymmetric tread for better traction in both wet conditions and rugged terrain.

The construction of the tire includes advanced silica rubber, resulting in a tire that will remain at peak performance for longer.

Bottom Line

Goodyear has been building tires for over 100 years and their expertise is evident in everything they produce.

Priced between our two top picks this is a great option for those looking for superior brand reliability without breaking the bank.

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4. BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 Jeep Tire

The BF Goodrich is another worthy addition to our top 7 tires for Jeep Wranglers. This all-terrain option has all the features you need for increased durability while in demanding off-road conditions.

The CoreGard Technology offers reinforced rubber in the sidewall, with increased thickness throughout.

The design is also said to be split & bruise resistant with the innovation provided by BFGoodrich’s race proven Baja T/AKR2 tire, being a major factor here.

The advanced tire footprint shape is designed to increase longevity. The inbuilt stone ejectors help prevent stones and other protrusions from damaging the tire.

The tire also features raised bars in the shoulder tread that helps to flick off compacted mud in those wet and muddy off-road environments.

Bottom Line

Overall the BFGoodrich All-Terrain tires have everything you need for strong and sturdy off-road performance.

There are some great design features built-in, that make these tires well worth checking out.

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5. Toyo 352150 Open Country A/T II Jeep Tire

The Toyo Open Country all terrain tire has a treadwear warranty of up to 65,000 miles which is very generous.

Offering high-quality traction and longevity alongside the aggressiveness you would expect from an  A/T tire, the Toyo comes in an oversized variety in order to facilitate the deeper tread.

This open tread block design is right at home in either dirt, mud, or snow. The construction of the tire is built with tread life and robustness in mind.

Stone-ejecting blocks increase the reliability on those off-road environments. The zigzag sipes help those that will be driving in icy conditions.

Bottom Line

If you are looking for a Wrangler Jeep tire that will enhance your vehicle’s performance in the snow, this offering from Toyo could well be the answer.

The aggressive, oversized dimensions and tread depth will give you the traction you need for safer winter driving.

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6. Goodyear Wrangler DuraTrac Jeep Tire

Here’s the second offering from Goodyear to make our top 7. The DuraTrac is the definitive off-road tire for those that need traction, aggressive tread for better handling, and overall robustness when facing those difficult terrains.

The self-cleaning shoulder blocks will keep the elements from getting stuck in your tires. There’s also a high angle center tread that is designed to help reduce road noise when driving the highway.

This versatility is one of the reasons Goodyear continues to shine.

Bottom Line

While the DuraTrac can handle both harsh terrains and normal highway use, let’s not forget what this tire is designed for in the first place; off-road madness.

With the high quality traction in both the mud and snow, (from what Goodyear call their TractiveGroove Technology), if you want to take your Jeep to the limits, you will need tires of this calibre.

7. Dick Cepek Extreme Country All-Terrain Jeep Tire

The final tire in our top 7 review round up is the Extreme Country from Dick Cepek.

Featuring a number of high-tech design additions to help provide superior off-road performance, there’s a lot here to like.

From the two-ply high tensile cord construction, (increased sidewall strength that helps to dissipate the heat), to wide outer void and angled shoulder scallops that aid the self-cleaning ability while increasing traction, these tires certainly do impress.

Bottom Line

Offered in a large number of sizes to suit various vehicles, this offering from Dick Cepek really is a versatile tire option.

Packed with high-quality build features these can handle that off-road harshness in a manner that will see them churning through the mud for years.

What to consider when buying Wrangler Jeep Tires [Buyer’s Guide]

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Jeep tires come in all manner of sizes, tread patterns, driving purposes, and price points. It’s no wonder it can be a complete headache deciding which are the right ones for you and your needs.

If you didn’t find a suitable set of tires in our above reviews, you may want to go off and do your own independent research.

If this is the case the following considerations will help you in your search.

The Type of Driving

What you use your jeep for is the most important factor in choosing the type of tire to buy.

There are options for general road use, tires that cater for severe off-road. There are also tires made specifically for snow and ice conditions.

Here’s a look at some of the available options:

Offroad – Mud Terrain Tires

If you plan on doing a lot of off-road driving in your Jeep Wrangler, a set of heavy-duty, mud terrain tires is highly recommended.

As the name suggest, these are specifically designed for trailing through mud and rocky terrain.

The larger channel gaps allow mud to escape the grooves in the tire, providing a safer, more reliable off-road driving experience.

The trade-off is that mud-terrain tires do not perform so well on the highway, (or any normal road).

The tread patterns cause the tires to have less traction, while also being louder on asphalt. Fuel economy will also be decreased when compared to other types of Jeep Wrangler tire.

All Terrain Tires

All-terrain tires are the best option for anyone that uses their Jeep Wrangler for the daily commute or school run, with maybe a little time on the trails.

Again, as the name suggests, all-terrain tires are designed for just that – all terrains. This makes them suitable for both the road as well as light off-road driving.

The tread pattern is smaller than that found on mud-terrain tires, so you will have more traction when driving on normal roads. They also perform better than stock tires when going off-road.

However, with smaller tread gaps, these tires do not perform as well as mud terrain tires in the mud or snow.

Essentially, as the majority of Jeep Wrangler owners use their vehicles for normal driving (and a little off-road on occasion) all-terrain tires fit the bill nicely.

Hybrid Terrain Tires

A more recent addition to the type of tires available for the Jeep Wrangler are hybrid terrain.

These attempt to provide both superior normal driving experiences, while still being very well suited to the trails.

It is basically an attempt to close the gap between all-terrain and mud-terrain tires in terms of being more appropriate for both types of terrain.

They are better off-road than all-terrain tires, and better on the highway than mud-terrain tires.

This makes them beneficial to those drivers that like to go off-road on a semi-regular basis, but still do a lot of normal driving.

However, if you are looking to prioritize your off-road driving experience, the mud-terrain tire remains the best choice.

Winter Tires

Clearly, if you own a Jeep Wrangler in a climate that gets a lot of snow during winter, you will need winter tires for those months of the year.

Winter tires remain soft and pliant even in subzero temperatures, a fact that makes driving a lot safer. The tread patterns, grooves, and channels (called sipes) are also designed specifically for better traction in ice and snow.

The sipes bite into the icy, slippery ground providing a more reliable driving experience. When driving in snow, your Jeep Wrangler should be fitted with winter tires.

Sand Tires

Finally, for those drivers that like to hit the sand dunes, you should fit your rig with a set of sand tires.

These feature either horizontal or V-angled paddles and extrusions that provide much-needed traction in the fine sand. They help the wheel churn forward through the terrain, minimizing inefficient wheel spin.

Overall, knowing how and where you plan to use your tires, and what size you would like to fit your rig with, will narrow down your buying options making it easier to find the best tires for you.

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Build Quality & Features

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This is related closely to the type of driving you do. Clearly, off-road drivers will need a rugged tire with deep tread and inbuilt features such as stone ejectors.

Highway users will want a tire that provides a smooth and comfortable ride on asphalt.

Reinforced tire sidewalls, with heat reduction technology, is another feature to pay close attention to, especially if you plan on towing heavy loads or again driving in tough conditions.

Tread patterns are also important, zig-zag sipes are good for ice and snow driving for example.

When researching which tire to buy, take note of the various features on offer to help decide what tire will best suit your needs.

The Size of your wheels

When buying tires online you will need to ensure that you are buying the correct size. Most sales pages on Amazon selling tires will have a ‘check fit’ tab meaning you can enter the specifications of your wheel in order to choose the right tire size.

For this, you will need to have the relevant information to hand. Check the specifications of your vehicle and wheels and note the rim size, width, and depth.

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The Size of the Tires

Tire size is clearly an important consideration when buying a set for your Jeep Wrangler. Here are some factors to think about when deciding on what size tires to buy:

33” Tires

33” tires are a good option if you are driving an entry-level off-road rig, that spends the majority of the time on normal roads.

In most cases you will not have to make any alterations to fit 33” tires onto a Jeep Wrangler. (Although, if you were to carry out one small upgrade, fitting a spacer lift would give you enough clearance to comfortably fit the tires).

Additional specs for 33” tires –

• Minimum lift with factory flares: 1.0”
• Minimum lift with aftermarket flat flares: 0.0”

35” Tires

35” tires are arguably one of the most popular choices for the 2007-2018 JK Wrangler. One of the reasons for this is that they require very little lift in order to fit under your rig.

Obviously, ground clearance will be improved, suiting those that like to take their Jeep off-road.

35” tires require enough usable wheel travel, however. You should be able to get by without modification, but should the tire rub, trimming the rear pinch seam will likely do the trick.

Additional specs for 35” tires –

• Minimum lift with factory flares: 2.0”
• Minimum lift with aftermarket flat flares: 1.5”

37” Tires

37” tires will take your Jeep Wrangler to completely new levels of off-road performance. The increased ground clearance will have you driving over terrain you didn’t think your vehicle was capable of.

For anyone that just wants a mean-looking Jeep for normal road driving, 37” tires will achieve that too. You will dominate the asphalt from your heightened position at the wheel.

You will need to make some alterations of course. A taller lift will be required in order to have proper axle cycling during articulation.

You may also have to trim parts of the body in order to make the tires fit. A hassle yes, the results, whether for off road performance or on-road aesthetics, are definitely worth it, however.

Additional specs for 37” tires –

• Minimum lift with factory flares: 4.0”
• Minimum lift with aftermarket flat flares: 3.5”

Budget

Just as tires come in many variations, sizes, tread patterns, and intended driving use, they also vary widely in price.

While it is good to have your intended budget in mind, it often pays to buy the highest quality (and very often more expensive option) that you can afford.

Again this is a balancing act between buying a tire that is designed to meet your demands within the price bracket you have set yourself.

Tread Warranty

While this should not be a deal-breaker, (you expect to change your tires after a set number of miles and tread wear anyway); a company that provides a warranty to ensure that their product will last a set length of miles is a benefit.

Not only does it show confidence from the manufacturer in the tire they are selling, but it also gives you a certain peace of mind that you are covered should the tire live up to expectations in terms of longevity.

PSI Reduction – Airing Down

A lot of offroad drivers will “air down” the tire before hitting the trails. This involves reducing the air pressure in the tires so that more surface touches the road, thus improving traction.

It also allows the tire to flex more, increasing its grip on slippery surfaces, (especially apparent if your tires have chunky side lugs).

The important issue here is to add air back to the tires before driving on the highway afterward. Driving at speed with low tire pressure is dangerous. It will also adversely impact your fuel economy.