205/55R16 Tire Size Specifications
This tire size 205/55R16 fits 22 vehicles in our database.
Everything to know about the 205/55R16 tire size
Size geometry
A 205/55R16 tire has a 205mm section width and a 55% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 112.8mm (4.44") and overall outside diameter is 631.9mm (24.88"). At highway speed the tire completes about 504 revolutions per kilometre β your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.
Direct substitute sizes
If 205/55R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 195/58R16 and 215/52R16. Both keep your speedometer reading within 1% β safe for daily use, ABS, and stability control. Always verify load and speed ratings before swapping.
Plus / minus sizing options
For a 205/55R16 you can upsize to 215/47R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 195/64R15 (minus-one) for a softer ride or winter setup. Both stay inside the Β±3% diameter tolerance that ABS and TPMS systems expect.
Vehicle compatibility
22 vehicles in our database run the 205/55R16 tire size from the factory. Aftermarket fitment depends on rim width, offset, and clearance β match these specs to your wheel before purchasing tires.
Vehicles Using 205/55R16
Acura ILX
Years: 2013 - 2014
Acura RSX
Years: 2002 - 2006
Alfa Romeo 147
Years: 2000 - 2010
Alfa Romeo 156
Years: 1997 - 2007
Alfa Romeo GT
Years: 2003 - 2010
Audi A3
Years: 1996 - 2026
Audi A4
Years: 1994 - 2008
Audi TT
Years: 1998 - 2006
BMW 1 Series
Years: 2004 - 2019
BMW 3 Series
Years: 1998 - 2013
CitroΓ«n C3
Years: 2016 - 2026
CitroΓ«n C4
Years: 2004 - 2020
Dacia Sandero
Years: 2012 - 2020
Eagle Talon
Years: 1990 - 1994
Ford Focus
Years: 2004 - 2011
Honda Civic
Years: 2006 - 2011
Honda S2000
Years: 1999 - 2003
Hyundai Elantra
Years: 2006 - 2010
Mazda RX-7
Years: 1986 - 1991
Mercedes-Benz SLK
Years: 1996 - 2004
Nissan Silvia
Years: 1994 - 2002
Subaru Impreza
Years: 2007 - 2011