205/60R15 Tire Size Specifications & Compatible Vehicles

Overall Diameter

627.0 mm

Section Width

205 mm

Sidewall Height

123.0 mm

Circumference

1969.8 mm

Revs/Mile

817

Rim Diameter

15"

Alternative Tire Sizes

These tire sizes are within 3% overall diameter of 205/60R15 and may be used as replacements:

195/70R14 Safe 0.3% · -10mm · -1" rim 215/45R17 Safe 0.3% · +10mm · +2" rim 225/50R16 Safe 0.7% · +20mm · +1" rim 205/65R14 Safe 0.8% · same width · -1" rim 205/55R16 Safe 0.8% · same width · +1" rim 185/65R15 Safe 0.9% · -20mm · same rim 215/50R16 Safe 0.9% · +10mm · +1" rim 185/75R14 Safe 1.0% · -20mm · -1" rim 195/55R16 Safe 1.0% · -10mm · +1" rim 225/45R17 Safe 1.2% · +20mm · +2" rim 195/65R15 Safe 1.2% · -10mm · same rim 215/55R15 Caution 1.5% · +10mm · same rim

Understanding 205/60R15

The tire size 205/60R15 means the tire has a section width of 205mm, an aspect ratio of 60% (the sidewall height is 60% of the width), and fits a 15-inch rim.

Sidewall Height = 205 x 0.6 = 123.0 mm
Overall Diameter = (123.0 x 2) + (15 x 25.4) = 627.0 mm
Circumference = 627.0 x π = 1969.8 mm

With an aspect ratio of 60%, this is a standard-profile tire that balances ride comfort with handling precision. This profile range is the most common for passenger cars, crossovers, and light SUVs.

Choosing Replacement Tires

When replacing 205/60R15 tires, verify the size matches your vehicle's tire placard (typically found on the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual). The NHTSA Tire Ratings Search tool lets you look up manufacturer load and speed ratings for specific tires.

Key factors beyond size: load index (must meet or exceed the vehicle's requirement), speed rating (must match or exceed the original specification), and seasonal type (all-season, summer, or winter) based on your driving conditions. The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association recommends replacing all four tires at once, or at minimum in pairs on the same axle.