215/50R18 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 26.46 in | 672 mm |
| Section width | 8.46 in | 215 mm |
| Sidewall height | 4.23 in | 107.5 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 457 mm |
| Circumference | 83.1 in | 2,112 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 762.1 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 215 × 50% = 107.5 mm ÷ 25.4 | 4.23 in |
| Overall height | 18 + 2 × 4.23 | 26.46 in |
| Width | 215 mm ÷ 25.4 | 8.46 in |
| Circumference | π × 26.46 | 83.1 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 83.1 | 762.1 |
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 18 in wheel
Each row changes one thing and shows the height change against 215/50R18, 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 | 225/50R18 (compare) | 26.9 in | +1.5% | 60.9 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 205/50R18 (compare) | 26.1 in | -1.5% | 59.1 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 215/55R18 (compare) | 27.3 in | +3.2% | 61.9 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 215/45R18 (compare) | 25.6 in | -3.2% | 58.1 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 225/45R18 (compare) | 26.0 in | -1.9% | 58.9 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 205/55R18 (compare) | 26.9 in | +1.6% | 60.9 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.
17 in wheels (one wheel size smaller)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185/65R17 (compare) | 26.5 in | +0.0% | -30 mm |
| 215/55R17 (compare) | 26.3 in | -0.6% | +0 mm |
| 245/50R17 (compare) | 26.6 in | +0.7% | +30 mm |
| 235/50R17 (compare) | 26.3 in | -0.8% | +20 mm |
19 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/40R19 (compare) | 26.4 in | -0.2% | +20 mm |
| 215/45R19 (compare) | 26.6 in | +0.6% | +0 mm |
| 185/50R19 (compare) | 26.3 in | -0.7% | -30 mm |
| 205/45R19 (compare) | 26.3 in | -0.8% | -10 mm |
20 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205/40R20 (compare) | 26.5 in | -0.0% | -10 mm |
| 235/35R20 (compare) | 26.5 in | +0.0% | +20 mm |
| 185/45R20 (compare) | 26.6 in | +0.3% | -30 mm |
| 225/35R20 (compare) | 26.2 in | -1.0% | +10 mm |
Try it with your numbers
Compare 215/50R18 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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