215/65R17 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 28.00 in | 711 mm |
| Section width | 8.46 in | 215 mm |
| Sidewall height | 5.50 in | 139.8 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 17 in | 432 mm |
| Circumference | 88.0 in | 2,235 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 720.2 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 215 × 65% = 139.8 mm ÷ 25.4 | 5.50 in |
| Overall height | 17 + 2 × 5.50 | 28.00 in |
| Width | 215 mm ÷ 25.4 | 8.46 in |
| Circumference | π × 28.00 | 88.0 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 88.0 | 720.2 |
With a 5.5 in sidewall this is a tall sidewall with more cushion and flex. 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 17 in wheel
Each row changes one thing and shows the height change against 215/65R17, 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 | 225/65R17 (compare) | 28.5 in | +1.8% | 61.1 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 205/65R17 (compare) | 27.5 in | -1.8% | 58.9 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 215/70R17 (compare) | 28.9 in | +3.0% | 61.8 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 215/60R17 (compare) | 27.2 in | -3.0% | 58.2 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 225/60R17 (compare) | 27.6 in | -1.3% | 59.2 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 205/70R17 (compare) | 28.3 in | +1.1% | 60.6 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.
16 in wheels (one wheel size smaller)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 235/65R16 (compare) | 28.0 in | +0.1% | +20 mm |
| 205/75R16 (compare) | 28.1 in | +0.4% | -10 mm |
| 215/70R16 (compare) | 27.9 in | -0.5% | +0 mm |
| 195/80R16 (compare) | 28.3 in | +1.0% | -20 mm |
18 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 195/65R18 (compare) | 28.0 in | -0.1% | -20 mm |
| 215/60R18 (compare) | 28.2 in | +0.5% | +0 mm |
| 235/55R18 (compare) | 28.2 in | +0.6% | +20 mm |
| 185/70R18 (compare) | 28.2 in | +0.7% | -30 mm |
19 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205/55R19 (compare) | 27.9 in | -0.4% | -10 mm |
| 225/50R19 (compare) | 27.9 in | -0.5% | +10 mm |
| 195/60R19 (compare) | 28.2 in | +0.7% | -20 mm |
| 235/50R19 (compare) | 28.3 in | +0.9% | +20 mm |
Try it with your numbers
Compare 215/65R17 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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