195/55R15 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 23.44 in | 596 mm |
| Section width | 7.68 in | 195 mm |
| Sidewall height | 4.22 in | 107.2 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 15 in | 381 mm |
| Circumference | 73.7 in | 1,871 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 860.2 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 195 × 55% = 107.2 mm ÷ 25.4 | 4.22 in |
| Overall height | 15 + 2 × 4.22 | 23.44 in |
| Width | 195 mm ÷ 25.4 | 7.68 in |
| Circumference | π × 23.44 | 73.7 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 73.7 | 860.2 |
With a 4.2 in sidewall this is a medium sidewall: a balance of cushion and response. Real tires vary by brand and model, and the loaded radius under the vehicle is a bit smaller than this unloaded figure.
One step either way on a 15 in wheel
Each row changes one thing and shows the height change against 195/55R15, plus what 60 mph on the speedometer would really be if you swapped to that size.
| Change | Size | Height | Height change | 60 mph shows as | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wider | 205/55R15 (compare) | 23.9 in | +1.8% | 61.1 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 185/55R15 (compare) | 23.0 in | -1.8% | 58.9 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 195/60R15 (compare) | 24.2 in | +3.3% | 62.0 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 195/50R15 (compare) | 22.7 in | -3.3% | 58.0 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 205/50R15 (compare) | 23.1 in | -1.6% | 59.0 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 185/60R15 (compare) | 23.7 in | +1.3% | 60.8 mph | Close match |
Calculated sizes within ±3% on other wheels
Plus and minus sizes that keep the overall height within about 3% (a rule of thumb from Discount Tire and 1010tires), widths within 30 mm. Calculated, not a list of tires on sale: check that a tire exists in that size.
14 in wheels (one wheel size smaller)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185/65R14 (compare) | 23.5 in | +0.1% | -10 mm |
| 215/55R14 (compare) | 23.3 in | -0.6% | +20 mm |
| 175/70R14 (compare) | 23.6 in | +0.9% | -20 mm |
| 195/60R14 (compare) | 23.2 in | -1.0% | +0 mm |
16 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 175/55R16 (compare) | 23.6 in | +0.6% | -20 mm |
| 185/50R16 (compare) | 23.3 in | -0.7% | -10 mm |
| 215/45R16 (compare) | 23.6 in | +0.7% | +20 mm |
| 205/45R16 (compare) | 23.3 in | -0.8% | +10 mm |
17 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205/40R17 (compare) | 23.5 in | +0.1% | +10 mm |
| 165/50R17 (compare) | 23.5 in | +0.2% | -30 mm |
| 185/45R17 (compare) | 23.6 in | +0.5% | -10 mm |
| 175/45R17 (compare) | 23.2 in | -1.0% | -20 mm |
Try it with your numbers
Compare 195/55R15 with another size · Convert to metric or find a 33 in size · Sizes that fit my wheel
Calculated from the size alone. Real tires vary a little by brand and model, and the loaded radius is a bit smaller. Confirm the wheel width range, clearance, load index and speed rating for your vehicle. See how to read a tire size, the load index chart and the speed rating chart.
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