Section Width555 mm (21.9")
Aspect Ratio48%
Rim Diameter16"
Overall Diameter939 mm (37.0")
Sidewall Height266 mm
Circumference2951 mm
555/48R16 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 555/48R16 tire size

Size geometry

A 555/48R16 tire has a 555mm section width and a 48% aspect ratio, mounted on a 16-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 266.4mm (10.49") and overall outside diameter is 939.2mm (36.98"). At highway speed the tire completes about 339 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 555/48R16 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 545/49R16 and 565/47R16. 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 555/48R16 you can upsize to 565/45R17 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 545/51R15 (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 555/48R16 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 555/48R16

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