Tesla Model 3 18-Inch UP Forged UP-05 Wheel and Tire Package

For ride quality and daily usability, yes, 18s have a clear edge. The taller sidewall on an 18-inch tire soaks up broken pavement and shields the rim from potholes, while the lighter forged wheel cuts rotating mass so the car turns in and accelerates with less effort. You trade a little of the low-profile look you get from a 20-inch UP-05 package, and you gain comfort, efficiency, and pothole survival. It is the sweet spot for most owners.

The package comes as a square setup in two widths: 18×9 with a +33 offset front and rear, or 18×9.5 with a +35 offset front and rear. Both are engineered to fit every Model 3 trim and year, including Performance, and both clear the Performance front brakes. A square fitment means all four wheels match, so you can rotate tires front to back to even out wear.

For year-round daily use, the 245/45R18 BFGoodrich Advantage Control or the Yokohama ADVAN Sport A/S+ in 265/40R18 give quiet, long-wearing all-season grip. For warm-weather and track work, the Michelin Pilot Sport 4S in either 245 or the wider 265 delivers maximum dry grip and feedback. If you see real winters, the 245/45R18 Michelin X-Ice Snow is severe-snow rated. The 245 is the daily baseline; the 265 adds footprint.

The UP-05 is a Y-spoke design by Sasha Selipanov, the designer behind some of the most talked-about hypercars of the last decade. It is a 6061-T6 monoblock forged wheel, so the whole thing is machined from a single aerospace-grade aluminum billet for strength at low weight. The spoke pattern is built for clean airflow and a timeless look rather than chasing a trend.

Yes, this is a true plug-and-play fit. The UP-05 accepts Tesla center caps, the factory lug nuts, and Bluetooth TPMS, and the package ships with TPMS ready to bolt on. No spacers are required for the 18-inch fitments listed here. The wheels arrive professionally mounted and balanced with your chosen tires, so the swap is straightforward once they land.

On an instant-torque EV, yes, more than on most cars. The UP-05 machines a knurled ring into the bead seat to help grip the tire and resist it slipping on the rim under hard acceleration and heavy braking. Model 3 Performance puts down torque the moment you touch the pedal, which is exactly the load that can rotate a tire on a smooth bead. It is a small detail that earns its keep.

Bolting the wheels onto the car is a driveway job with a torque wrench, since they ship already mounted and balanced with TPMS installed. Torque the lug nuts to Tesla’s spec and re-check after the first drive. Mounting the tires yourself is the part we would leave to a shop, but you avoid that entirely here because the package arrives assembled and balanced. From the box, it is install and drive.

Four finishes: Satin Titanium, Satin Bronze, Satin Black, and Gloss Black. Satin Titanium and Satin Bronze read as more distinctive against most paint colors, while the two blacks lean stealthy. Whichever you choose, the wheel underneath is the same forged 6061-T6 construction. The wheel also clears the Model 3 Performance front brakes as delivered, so it pairs cleanly with a big brake upgrade like the Stage 2 Core system down the road.

It depends on how you drive. The 265/40R18 puts more rubber on the road for better dry grip and stability, and it suits spirited and track driving, best paired with the 18×9.5 width. The narrower 245/45R18 rolls with less resistance, which helps range and daily comfort. Going wide costs you a bit of efficiency every commute. On a lowered car, a touch of negative camber helps the 265 clear and wear evenly.

No, and often the opposite here. Moving from a 19 or 20-inch factory wheel to this 18-inch package adds sidewall, which softens sharp impacts rather than transmitting them into the cabin. Forged construction also drops unsprung mass, so the suspension controls the wheel more easily over bumps. The result most owners report is a smoother, quieter ride with sharper response, not a stiffer one.

Unplugged Performance offers a comprehensive warranty on all parts and installations performed by our certified technicians. Warranty coverage applies to defects in materials and workmanship on items including lowering springs, coilovers, big brake kits, brake pads, stainless steel brake lines, shocks, and more. Should any covered part fail under normal use or display premature wear, we will repair or replace it at no additional cost—assuming the component was installed by us or at one of our authorized partners.

This warranty is valid for 2 years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first, excluding consumable products like brake pads, rotors, and tires, starting from the installation date. Coverage extends to labor for warranty repairs when performed by Unplugged Performance or an authorized installer. It does not cover damage resulting from misuse, accidents, off‑road use, improper installation not done by us, or modifications that aren’t factory-approved.

To file a warranty claim, simply contact our service team. We’ll guide you through inspection, shipping (if needed), and repair or replacement logistics. transparencia and top-tier support are what you can expect from Unplugged.

Installing aftermarket parts does not automatically void your Tesla warranty. Under the Magnusson-Moss Warranty Act (www.sema.org/sema-enews/2011/01/ftc-validates-right-to-install-aftermarket-parts), a manufacturer cannot void your warranty simply because you installed aftermarket parts. Tesla must prove that the aftermarket part caused the specific failure in question to deny a warranty claim. UP recommends retaining all factory parts to allow reverting to stock if needed. 

Unplugged Performance processes orders quickly, typically within 1–2 business days after placement. For U.S. customers, orders under $50 usually ship via FedEx SmartPost with an estimated delivery time of 2–7 business days. Larger items like body kits or bumpers may ship via freight carriers with curbside delivery; customers will be contacted to schedule a delivery window. International shipping is available to most countries, with shipping costs calculated at checkout. Delivery times abroad vary, generally ranging from 5 to 16 business days depending on destination. Import duties or taxes are the customer’s responsibility. To ensure a smooth shipping experience, provide accurate contact information during checkout. For specific questions or shipping quotes, Unplugged Performance’s support team is available to assist.