Section Width385 mm (15.2")
Aspect Ratio42%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter730 mm (28.7")
Sidewall Height162 mm
Circumference2293 mm
385/42R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 385/42R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 385/42R16 tire has a 385mm section width and a 42% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 161.7mm (6.37") and overall outside diameter is 729.8mm (28.73"). At highway speed the tire completes about 436 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 385/42R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 375/43R16 and 395/41R16. 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 385/42R16 you can upsize to 395/38R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 375/47R15 (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 385/42R16 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 385/42R16

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