P215 55R16 Walmart (2024)

FAQs

Can I use 205 55R16 instead of 215 55R16? ›

The width of the tire 205/55R16 is 10 mm narrower than the 215/55R16, they are OK, it wouldn't cause any problem.

If these are intended to be a winter set, then the slightly narrow tire will work and should have no problems. The 205 tire is 8.07 inch wide, while the 215 tire is 8.46 inches wide. That is about 0.39″ difference in width. Traction will not be affected too much by that small decrease.

They will fit but speedometer will be off.

The difference is going to be the rolling distance is a bit shorter for the new (to you) tires. 215 to 205 is 1cm difference in width. At 60% sidewall ratio, the difference of sidewall height would be about 6mm less, and the height of the tire would be 1.2cm shorter overall.

You should be fine with the change in size.

A 205/65R16 sized tire has a much taller sidewall compared to a 205/55R16 tire. If you used the taller sidewall tire you would very much lessen the handing, stability and control of your vehicle. In fact, you'd be all over the road.

Can I drive a car with P205/60R16 tire instead of recommended one by maker (P205/55R16)? - Quora. Yes you can. The tires will look higher and the wheel diameter will be slightly bigger.

215/55R16 tires have a diameter of 25.3" (642 mm), a tread width of 8.5" (215 mm), and a wheel diameter of 16" (406.4 mm). The sidewall of the tire is 4.6" (118 mm), and the tire's circumference is 79.4" (2015.9 mm). This means a 215/55R16 tire will make make 798 revolutions per mile, or 496 revolutions per kilometer.

- Quora. Can I install tire size 205/60/16 to a mag wheel size of 215/60/16? Yes you as a alloy rim HSD to be 6.5 inches to fit a 215 section tyre or 8.5 inches.

Can you put 225 tires on a 215 car? ›

It is not advised to mount a 225 tire on a 215 rim since it might not fit well and could compromise your car's handling and safety. To guarantee proper performance and safety, tires should normally be placed on rims that match their prescribed width.

Those 16″ tires cannot be mounted on the 17″ wheels (and vice versa). If these are intended to be a winter set, then the slightly narrow tire will work and should have no problems. The 205 tire is 8.07 inch wide, while the 215 tire is 8.46 inches wide. That is about 0.39″ difference in width.

215/65r16 would be OK for your vehicle. The tire profile is going to a little bit higher. No, you won't damage the car. It has no impact on the speedometer.

Can I use a 215/55 tyre in place of 205/55 size? Yes, you can use this tyre. Bcoz minimal change in tyre size doesn't affect riding dynamics, fuel efficiency and stability.

- Quora. Can I install tire size 205/60/16 to a mag wheel size of 215/60/16? Yes you as a alloy rim HSD to be 6.5 inches to fit a 215 section tyre or 8.5 inches.

Can I use 205/55r16 instead of 195/55R16? - Quora. You should be able to use the 205 without any issues, but make sure you have the clearance with the front wheel wells. They are less then 1/2 inch wider and slightly higher. Your speedo will be off by about 1 mph at 75 mph, reading lower.