2017 4x4 options

Hi all

I'm trying to figure out what size tires and rims I can go with on my 2017 Taco TRD Off Road 4x4. It has the stock suspension although I might do a lift later and a level on it. I want big chunky tires on it - thinking maybe Nitto Grapplers (open to other suggestions, we don't have ice/snow here but a lot of sand and floods).

My question is how big of a tire can I go with this and do I *need* to change the rims? I do intend on getting aftermarket rims or at the very least, getting my factory ones powder coated but I don't know if I need to plan all of this at the same time. I don't like how there's so much room between the top of the tire and the wheel well. Right now it has 265/70/16 on it (factory). If I can go with a thicker/taller/larger tire, do I need larger rims also or are the inner parts of the tire all the same size?

Thanks for any help, I know zero about tires and rim changes.

 

Jumping up to a 265/75r16 should fit no problem stock, however if you plan on lifting in the future it might be best to hold off on the tires as they may look small depending on the lift. Also if you plan on going aftermarket for wheels it is most affordable to do that at the same time as new tires.

I would start by taking a look at some of the lifted 3rd gen threads or tire threads to get an idea of what look you like and what it takes to accomplish it.

 

You could go with a "skinny" tire on your stock wheels and get the Toyo Open Country MT. Just about the same width as stock, but 33" tall. No lift needed, but mud flaps may have to be removed.