Section Width275 mm (10.8")
Aspect Ratio38%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter615 mm (24.2")
Sidewall Height105 mm
Circumference1933 mm
275/38R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 275/38R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 275/38R16 tire has a 275mm section width and a 38% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 104.5mm (4.11") and overall outside diameter is 615.4mm (24.23"). At highway speed the tire completes about 517 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 275/38R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 265/39R16 and 285/37R16. 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 275/38R16 you can upsize to 285/32R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 265/44R15 (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 275/38R16 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 275/38R16

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