215/70R16 dimensions
| Measure | Inches | Millimetres |
|---|---|---|
| Overall height | 27.85 in | 707 mm |
| Section width | 8.46 in | 215 mm |
| Sidewall height | 5.93 in | 150.5 mm |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 406 mm |
| Circumference | 87.5 in | 2,222 mm |
| Revolutions per mile | 724.2 |
The math
| Step | Math | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Sidewall | 215 × 70% = 150.5 mm ÷ 25.4 | 5.93 in |
| Overall height | 16 + 2 × 5.93 | 27.85 in |
| Width | 215 mm ÷ 25.4 | 8.46 in |
| Circumference | π × 27.85 | 87.5 in |
| Revs per mile | 63,360 ÷ 87.5 | 724.2 |
With a 5.9 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 16 in wheel
Each row changes one thing and shows the height change against 215/70R16, 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 | 225/70R16 (compare) | 28.4 in | +2.0% | 61.2 mph | Close match |
| Narrower | 205/70R16 (compare) | 27.3 in | -2.0% | 58.8 mph | Close match |
| Taller sidewall | 215/75R16 (compare) | 28.7 in | +3.0% | 61.8 mph | Check clearance |
| Shorter sidewall | 215/65R16 (compare) | 27.0 in | -3.0% | 58.2 mph | Check clearance |
| Wider, shorter sidewall | 225/65R16 (compare) | 27.5 in | -1.2% | 59.3 mph | Close match |
| Narrower, taller sidewall | 205/75R16 (compare) | 28.1 in | +0.9% | 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.
15 in wheels (one wheel size smaller)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205/80R15 (compare) | 27.9 in | +0.2% | -10 mm |
| 235/70R15 (compare) | 28.0 in | +0.4% | +20 mm |
| 215/75R15 (compare) | 27.7 in | -0.6% | +0 mm |
| 195/85R15 (compare) | 28.1 in | +0.7% | -20 mm |
17 in wheels (one wheel size larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185/75R17 (compare) | 27.9 in | +0.3% | -30 mm |
| 195/70R17 (compare) | 27.7 in | -0.4% | -20 mm |
| 215/65R17 (compare) | 28.0 in | +0.6% | +0 mm |
| 225/60R17 (compare) | 27.6 in | -0.8% | +10 mm |
18 in wheels (two wheel sizes larger)
| Size | Height | Height change | Width change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 225/55R18 (compare) | 27.7 in | -0.4% | +10 mm |
| 195/65R18 (compare) | 28.0 in | +0.5% | -20 mm |
| 205/60R18 (compare) | 27.7 in | -0.6% | -10 mm |
| 245/50R18 (compare) | 27.6 in | -0.7% | +30 mm |
Try it with your numbers
Compare 215/70R16 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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