205/65R16 Tire Size Specifications & Compatible Vehicles

673mm133mmR16205/65R16Width: 205mm (8.1")
Overall Diameter
672.9 mm
Section Width
205 mm
Sidewall Height
133.3 mm
Circumference
2114.0 mm
Revs/Mile
761
Rim Diameter
16"

Compatible Vehicles

The following vehicles use 205/65R16 tires from the factory:

2025 Chevrolet Trax LS/LT 2024 Chevrolet Trax LS/LT

Alternative Tire Sizes

These tire sizes are within 3% overall diameter of 205/65R16 and may be used as replacements:

195/75R15 Safe  0.1% · -10mm · -1" rim 225/60R16 Safe  0.5% · +20mm · same rim 215/55R17 Safe  0.7% · +10mm · +1" rim 205/70R15 Safe  0.7% · same width · -1" rim 195/80R14 Safe  0.8% · -10mm · -2" rim 225/55R17 Safe  0.9% · +20mm · +1" rim 195/70R16 Safe  1.0% · -10mm · same rim 215/60R16 Safe  1.3% · +10mm · same rim 215/70R15 Safe  1.4% · +10mm · -1" rim 225/50R18 Safe  1.4% · +20mm · +2" rim 205/75R14 Safe  1.5% · same width · -2" rim 205/80R14 Caution  1.6% · same width · -2" rim

Popular Comparisons

See how 205/65R16 compares to other common tire sizes:

205/65R16 vs 215/65R16 Width upgrade on 16-inch 205/65R16 vs 225/60R17 Small SUV plus-one

Understanding 205/65R16

The tire size 205/65R16 means the tire has a section width of 205mm, an aspect ratio of 65% (the sidewall height is 65% of the width), and fits a 16-inch rim.

Sidewall Height = 205 x 0.65 = 133.3 mm
Overall Diameter = (133.3 x 2) + (16 x 25.4) = 672.9 mm
Circumference = 672.9 x π = 2114.0 mm

With an aspect ratio of 65%, 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 205/65R16 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.