Section Width145 mm (5.7")
Aspect Ratio198%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter981 mm (38.6")
Sidewall Height287 mm
Circumference3081 mm
145/198R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 145/198R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 145/198R16 tire has a 145mm section width and a 198% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 287.1mm (11.30") and overall outside diameter is 980.6mm (38.61"). At highway speed the tire completes about 325 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 145/198R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 135/213R16 and 155/185R16. Both keep your speedometer reading within 1% — safe for daily use, ABS, and stability control. Always verify load and speed ratings before swapping.

Plus / minus sizing options

For a 145/198R16 you can upsize to 155/177R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 135/222R15 (minus-one) for a softer ride or winter setup. Both stay inside the Âą3% diameter tolerance that ABS and TPMS systems expect.

Vehicle compatibility

0 vehicles in our database run the 145/198R16 tire size from the factory. Aftermarket fitment depends on rim width, offset, and clearance — match these specs to your wheel before purchasing tires.

Vehicles Using 145/198R16

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