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205/55R15 vs 195/65R15

195/65R15 is 4.6% taller (+1.10 in) and 0.39 in narrower than 205/55R15.

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195/65R15 is 4.6% taller than 205/55R15. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

205/55R15195/65R15Change
Diameter23.88″24.98″+1.10″+4.6%
Width8.07″7.68″−0.39″−4.9%
Sidewall4.44″4.99″+0.55″+12.4%
Circumference75.0″78.5″+3.5″+4.6%
Wheel15″15″Same
Revs per mile845807−37
SideTread
205/55R15195/65R15
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.8mph

Real speed on 195/65R15.

Ground clearance+0.55in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side−0.20in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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205/55R15 or 195/65R15?

Can I use 195/65R15 instead of 205/55R15?

195/65R15 is 4.6% taller than 205/55R15. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock. Also match or beat the original load index and speed rating, and check that the wheel width suits the new tire.

Will my speedometer be off?

At an indicated 60 mph on 195/65R15 you are really doing 62.8 mph if the speedometer was set up for 205/55R15. Going the other way, 205/55R15 would make it read 57.4 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.55 in (+14 mm) under the axle.

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