205/65R15 tire size in inches

Nominal 205/65R15 dimensions

Overall diameter

25.49 in647.5 mm

Section width

8.07 in205 mm

Sidewall height

5.25 in133.3 mm

Circumference

80.09 in2,034.2 mm

Rim diameter

15 in

Revolutions per mile

791nominal, from geometric circumference

Inch notation

25.5x8.1R15approximate

Where 205/65R15 fits

• Inch class: 25.49 in is near the top of the 25-inch class (24.50 to 25.49 in), so some listings call it a 26-inch tire.
• Profile: the 15-inch rim plus two 5.25 in sidewalls make up the overall diameter, and the sidewalls are 41% of it. At 65 series that is a tall profile: the extra sidewall absorbs more of each bump and flexes more in corners.
• Same 15-inch rim: the next taller catalog size is 215/65R15 (26.00 in, +2.01%) and the next shorter is 215/60R15 (25.16 in, -1.31%).
• Same 205 mm width: the closest in diameter are 205/55R16 (24.88 in, -2.41%), 205/50R17 (25.07 in, -1.65%), 205/60R16 (25.69 in, +0.76%), 205/75R14 (26.11 in, +2.41%). At the same width, a different profile or rim changes sidewall height and overall diameter, not section width.

Reading the marking: 205 is the section width in millimeters, 65 is the sidewall height as a percentage of that width, and R15 means radial construction for a 15-inch rim. Percentages are measured from 205/65R15.

Similar sizes on other rim diameters

Within 3% of 205/65R15's overall diameter, nearest first. The speed column is the actual speed when a speedometer calibrated for 205/65R15 reads 60 mph.

For a size without a comparison page, open 205/65R15 in the calculator and enter that size as the proposed tire.

Important: These results compare nominal dimensions. They do not confirm vehicle fitment. Actual clearance varies by tire model, approved rim width, wheel construction, suspension, alignment, body tolerances, steering angle, load, and brake geometry. Verify load and speed ratings and physically test-fit the complete setup before driving.

Physical checks before changing size

• Approved rim-width range for the exact tire model
• Load index and speed rating equal to or greater than vehicle requirements
• Brake-caliper, hub, and wheel-fastener compatibility
• Fender, liner, suspension, and full-lock steering clearance
• Clearance at full compression and under expected load
• Alignment, tire pressure, and manufacturer guidance
• Professional inspection when variance or clearance is uncertain

Published comparisons for 205/65R15

1 of 7 keep the 15-inch rim. Diameter changes are measured from 205/65R15.