275/35R19 vs 285/30R20Tire Size Comparison

Safe

The 0.6% diameter difference is within the accepted 3% tolerance.

275/35R19675mm dia285/30R20679mm dia+1.9mm

Comparison Details

Overall Diameter675.1 vs 679.0 mm (+3.9 mm)
Diameter Difference+0.58%
Section Width275 vs 285 mm (+10 mm)
Sidewall Height96.3 vs 85.5 mm (-10.8 mm)
Circumference2120.9 vs 2133.1 mm
Clearance Change+1.9 mm
Speedometer Error+0.58%
Revs/Mile759 vs 754

Speedometer Correction

When switching from 275/35R19 to 285/30R20, your speedometer will differ from actual speed.

SpeedometerActual SpeedDifference
30 km/h30.2 km/h+0.2 km/h
40 km/h40.2 km/h+0.2 km/h
50 km/h50.3 km/h+0.3 km/h
60 km/h60.3 km/h+0.3 km/h
70 km/h70.4 km/h+0.4 km/h
80 km/h80.5 km/h+0.5 km/h
90 km/h90.5 km/h+0.5 km/h
100 km/h100.6 km/h+0.6 km/h
110 km/h110.6 km/h+0.6 km/h
120 km/h120.7 km/h+0.7 km/h
130 km/h130.8 km/h+0.8 km/h

Vehicles Using These Sizes

Vehicles with 275/35R19

Vehicles with 285/30R20

Individual Tire Size Details

Practical Guidance

Switching from 275/35R19 to 285/30R20 is within the industry-accepted 3% diameter tolerance. Your speedometer, ABS, and traction control should function normally. Note: these sizes require different rim diameters (19" vs 20"), so you will need different wheels.

The 3% diameter tolerance is a widely accepted industry guideline referenced by the ETRTO and most vehicle manufacturers. When in doubt, consult your vehicle's owner's manual or a qualified tire professional. For U.S. tire safety standards and recalls, see the NHTSA Tire Safety page.

Frequently Asked Questions

Safe. The overall diameter differs by 0.58%, width changes by 10mm.

Speedometer error will be 0.58%. At an indicated 100 km/h, actual speed is about 100.6 km/h.

Ground clearance changes by +1.9mm per side.