215/55 R16
What size is 215/55 R16?
215/55 R16 has an overall diameter of about 25.31 in, a section width of 8.46 in and a sidewall height of 4.66 in. It turns roughly 797 times per mile. Below are the exact figures plus in-tolerance plus/minus sizes you can switch to safely.
- Overall diameter: 25.31 in.
- Section width: 8.46 in.
- Sidewall height: 4.66 in.
- Revolutions: 495 /km · 797 /mi.
- In-tolerance sizes: 235/45 R17 (+0.1%).
Fitment verdict
235/45 R17 stays within the configured tolerance for 215/55 R16: +0.1% diameter and +0.1% speedometer effect.
| Metric | This size: 215/55 R16 | Alternative: 235/45 R17 | Difference | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall diameter | 25.31 in | 25.33 in | +0.1% | Within tolerance |
| Section width | 8.46 in | 9.25 in | +0.79 in | Computed difference |
| Sidewall height | 4.66 in | 4.16 in | -0.49 in | Computed difference |
| Circumference | 79.52 in | 79.57 in | +0.1% | Within tolerance |
| Speedo | 0.0% | +0.1% | +0.1% | Within tolerance |
Seasonal check
Planning a long summer drive?
Use the budget and running-cost tools before a trip, especially if the current tyres are worn or the replacement size changes diameter.
Specification
| Overall diameter | 25.31 in |
|---|---|
| Section width | 8.46 in |
| Sidewall height | 4.66 in |
| Circumference | 79.52 in |
| Revolutions | 495 /km · 797 /mi |
In-tolerance sizes
Alternative sizes that stay within the safe diameter tolerance:
| Size | Diameter | Speedo | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/45 R17 | +0.1% | +0.1% | ✓ OK |
| 235/40 R18 | +0.4% | +0.4% | ✓ OK |
| 195/60 R16 | -0.4% | -0.4% | ✓ OK |
| 225/35 R19 | -0.4% | -0.4% | ✓ OK |
| 215/50 R17 | +0.6% | +0.6% | ✓ OK |
| 235/35 R19 | +0.7% | +0.7% | ✓ OK |
| 205/65 R15 | +0.7% | +0.7% | ✓ OK |
| 225/40 R18 | -0.9% | -0.9% | ✓ OK |
| 255/35 R18 | -1.1% | -1.1% | ✓ OK |
| 195/65 R15 | -1.3% | -1.3% | ✓ OK |
| 225/45 R17 | -1.3% | -1.3% | ✓ OK |
| 245/45 R17 | +1.5% | +1.5% | ✓ OK |
Compare sizes
- Within tolerance · Diameter +0.1%.
- Speedo @ 60: 60 mph → 60.0 mph.
- Sidewall -0.49 in · Width +0.79 in.
How this result is calculated
Computed from nominal tire-size geometry: diameter, circumference and speedometer error. It does not check wheel-arch, suspension or brake clearance.
Methodology- Diameter
- 25.31 in 25.33 in+0.02 in
- Sidewall
- 4.66 in 4.16 in-0.49 in
- Width
- 8.46 in 9.25 in+0.79 in
- Circumference
- 79.52 in 79.57 in+0.1%
- Revs / mile
- 797 796
- Speedo @ 60
- 60 mph 60.0 mph+0.1%
- Current —
215/55 R16 - New —
235/45 R17 - Grounded to the road: the axle rises +0.01 in.
Result report
215/55 R16 235/45 R17 · Within tolerance
Use this size when shopping: 235/45 R17
Geometric estimate. Always verify physical clearance (arches, suspension, brakes) before fitting.
Safe alternative sizes
| Size | Diameter | Speedo @ 100 | Use this |
|---|---|---|---|
−1″ 175/75R15 | +0.1% | +0.1% | |
OE 215/55R16 | +0.0% | +0.0% | |
+1″ 235/45R17 | +0.1% | +0.1% | |
+2″ 265/35R18 | -0.0% | -0.0% |
More tools
- How to read a tire size
- Plus sizing guide
- Speedometer error guide
- 215mm Section width guide
- /55 Aspect ratio guide
- Rim diameter 16"
- Load index chart
- Speed rating chart
- Rim width and tyre fitment guide
- Wheel offset guide
- Wheel spacers guide
- Tyre pressure for heavy loads and towing
What changed
- Reviewed deterministic geometry, load/speed references, sitemap inclusion and localized page shell.