Section Width265 mm (10.4")
Aspect Ratio270%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter1837 mm (72.3")
Sidewall Height716 mm
Circumference5772 mm
265/270R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 265/270R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 265/270R16 tire has a 265mm section width and a 270% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 715.5mm (28.17") and overall outside diameter is 1837.4mm (72.34"). At highway speed the tire completes about 173 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 265/270R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 255/281R16 and 275/260R16. 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 265/270R16 you can upsize to 275/256R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 255/286R15 (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 265/270R16 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 265/270R16

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