Section Width285 mm (11.2")
Aspect Ratio242%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter1786 mm (70.3")
Sidewall Height690 mm
Circumference5610 mm
285/242R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 285/242R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 285/242R16 tire has a 285mm section width and a 242% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 689.7mm (27.15") and overall outside diameter is 1785.8mm (70.31"). At highway speed the tire completes about 178 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 285/242R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 275/251R16 and 295/234R16. 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 285/242R16 you can upsize to 295/229R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 275/255R15 (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 285/242R16 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 285/242R16

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