Lexani tires
Budget tires for big wheels and low profiles. Typically $55–$180 per tire.
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Lexani began in 1996 as a custom wheel brand in Southern California and later lent its name to a tire line distributed by Tireco, the same Gardena, California company behind Milestar. The tires are built under contract in Asia, mostly in Taiwan, China and Thailand. Lexani's identity is tied to the aftermarket-wheel scene, so its strength is unusual sizes: 20-inch and larger low-profile tires for cars and SUVs that would cost a fortune from a premium brand.
The lineup is small. The LX-Twenty is the flagship ultra-high-performance all-season sold in sizes up to 30 inches, the LX-Thirty is its SUV counterpart for large rims, the LXTR-203 is a basic all-season touring tire for ordinary cars, the LXHT-206 is a highway tire for crossovers and SUVs, and the Terrain Beast AT is an all-terrain for pickups.
Prices are the main draw. A set of 22-inch LX-Twenties costs a fraction of what Pirelli or Michelin charge for the same size. Warranties are short or nonexistent, typically 30,000 to 45,000 miles on the touring lines and none on the performance tires. The honest verdict is that Lexani makes budget tires with a performance look, not performance tires. They are adequate for show cars and casual driving but give up real grip, wet braking and tread life to the mid-tier and premium brands.
Lexani models worth buying
| Model | Type | Mileage warranty | From | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LXTR-203 | All-Season Tires | 45,000 mi | $60 | Compacts and sedans that need a basic, inexpensive all-season. |
| LX-Twenty | Performance Tires | None | $80 | Cars on 20-inch and larger aftermarket wheels that want a performance look on a budget. |
| LX-Thirty | Highway Truck & SUV Tires | None | $110 | SUVs and trucks on 22 to 26-inch wheels that need affordable low-profile tires. |
| Terrain Beast AT | All-Terrain Tires | 40,000 mi | $130 | Pickups that want an all-terrain look for the lowest price. |
| LXHT-206 | Highway Truck & SUV Tires | 50,000 mi | $90 | Older crossovers and SUVs used for local driving. |
Strengths
- Affordable options in large, hard-to-find low-profile sizes
- Distributed by Tireco with a nationwide dealer base
- Fits the custom-wheel market that premium brands price out
Weaknesses
- Grip and wet braking well behind real performance tires
- Short or no mileage warranties
Lexani as a company
Lexani is a wholesale import brand with no factory of its own: Turbo Wholesale Tires in Irwindale, California, brands it and supplies independent tire dealers. After selling its four Midwest distribution centers to K&M Tire in May 2025, Turbo kept one wholesale location in southern California and now reaches dealers nationwide largely through K&M's distribution network, plus factory-direct and LTL shipments. All Lexani tires are imported from contract factories in Asia.
Turbo Wholesale Tires is privately held, a Kingswood Capital portfolio company, and publishes no revenue, profit, employee or volume figures, so every financial field is null. Lexani's founding year could not be verified: the Lexani name traces back to Lexani Wheels (US, cited as 1996), a Lexani tire site claims the tire business began in 2001, and trade press shows Turbo expanding the Lexani tire line by 2010, with no authoritative date for the tire brand. Which factories build Lexani tires is not disclosed by Turbo; consumer-site claims that Nexen or a named Chinese plant makes them are unverified and are not reproduced here.
Lexani through the years
- 1983Turbo Wholesale Tires, the company that owns and markets Lexani tires, was founded in southern California by Sarkis Sepetjian.
- 2010Trade press reported Turbo Wholesale Tire expanding its Lexani tire line, so the brand was already established in the US aftermarket by then.
- 2022Private equity firm Kingswood Capital Management completed an investment in Turbo Wholesale Tires in November, with the Sepetjian family keeping a significant ownership stake.
- 2023Turbo acquired Tire Wholesalers Inc., adding distribution in Michigan, Chicago and Salt Lake City, and the Kogel family became part owners of the combined business.
- 2025Turbo sold four Midwest distribution centers to K&M Tire on 16 May and refocused on growing its own Lexani, Lionhart and RBP brands through K&M's national network.
Did you know?
- Lexani is one of three house brands owned by Turbo Wholesale Tires, alongside Lionhart and Rolling Big Power (RBP); Turbo designs and brands the tires and has them built for it in Asia.
- Lexani is aimed at luxury sedans, sports cars and custom builds, with 15 models that include run-flats (RFX and RFX Plus) and an EV-specific tire, the Volt-EC.
- Turbo says it has added 247 new sizes across Lexani, Lionhart and RBP since 2023, and the Lexani name is a favorite of custom shops such as West Coast Customs.
Lexani tires: common questions
Who makes Lexani tires?
Lexani tires are distributed by Tireco of Gardena, California, the same company behind Milestar. They are manufactured under contract in Asia, mainly Taiwan, China and Thailand. The factory is shown by the DOT code on the sidewall.
Are Lexani tires good?
They are budget tires aimed at the custom-wheel market. They are safe, DOT-approved and affordable in large sizes that premium brands charge a lot for, but grip, wet braking and tread life are all clearly behind mid-tier and premium performance tires. Buy them for the look and price, not for performance.
How long do Lexani LX-Twenty tires last?
There is no mileage warranty on the LX-Twenty, and owners typically report 20,000 to 35,000 miles depending on wheel size, alignment and driving style. The touring LXTR-203 carries a 45,000-mile warranty and lasts longer. Regular rotation and correct alignment on large wheels make a big difference.