Off-road tires typically cost several hundred dollars apiece, making them an expensive addition to your truck or SUV. Even the least expensive off-road tires can still cost at least $100 a tire. However, there are some factors that make certain off-road tires less expensive than others. Consider your needs carefully before choosing tires.
Size is a big part of the cost of off-road tires. The larger the tire, the more it will cost. If an inch or two of tire size is not going to make a significant difference in the way you want your tires to perform off-road, then going with the smallest reasonable tire will save you money. Also, pay attention to the size of your rims. The larger your rims are, the more expensive the tires will be. Tires that fit a 15- or 16-inch rim are going to be cheaper than tires that fit a 17-, 18- or 20-inch rim.
Off-road tires are a big business, with many high-recognition brands and names. If you are looking for cheap off-road tires, you will typically need to stay away from big-name brands. Much like clothing, you pay for the label on your off-road tires. Brands like Super Swamper and Mickey Thompson have trademark tread patterns and reputations to uphold in terms of performance and style. Therefore, these manufacturers charge more for the same size off-road tires than lower-recognition brands. If you are looking for cheap off-road tires, consider brands whose names you may not recognize instantly.
Tire prices change by the day, hour and sale coupon. The cheapest tires will be, by definition, ultimately the least expensive tires you can purchase that still meet your needs. Once you have narrowed down your requirements, start watching for sales, coupons and promotions. A number of tire stores periodically offer a "buy three, get one free" sale. When the tires cost several hundred dollars each, this type of sale can wind up knocking $200 or more off the final price of the tire set. In this case, a normally expensive name-brand tire may end up being less costly than some of the 'cheap' tires. To make sure you get the cheapest tires available, keep an eye on sales and know what factors (free shipping, free tire, etc.) will bring a set down into your price range.
