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225/60R16 vs 215/70R16

215/70R16 is 4.6% taller (+1.22 in) and 0.39 in narrower than 225/60R16.

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215/70R16 is 4.6% taller than 225/60R16. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

225/60R16215/70R16Change
Diameter26.63″27.85″+1.22″+4.6%
Width8.86″8.46″−0.39″−4.4%
Sidewall5.31″5.93″+0.61″+11.5%
Circumference83.7″87.5″+3.8″+4.6%
Wheel16″16″Same
Revs per mile757724−33
SideTread
225/60R16215/70R16
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.7mph

Real speed on 215/70R16.

Ground clearance+0.61in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side−0.20in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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225/60R16 or 215/70R16?

Can I use 215/70R16 instead of 225/60R16?

215/70R16 is 4.6% taller than 225/60R16. 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 215/70R16 you are really doing 62.7 mph if the speedometer was set up for 225/60R16. Going the other way, 225/60R16 would make it read 57.4 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.61 in (+16 mm) under the axle.

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