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175/65R13 vs 175/70R13

175/70R13 is 3.1% taller (+0.69 in) and the same width than 175/65R13.

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175/70R13 is 3.1% taller than 175/65R13. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

175/65R13175/70R13Change
Diameter21.96″22.65″+0.69″+3.1%
Width6.89″6.89″0.00″0.0%
Sidewall4.48″4.82″+0.34″+7.7%
Circumference69.0″71.1″+2.2″+3.1%
Wheel13″13″Same
Revs per mile919891−28
SideTread
175/65R13175/70R13
Speedometer shows 60 mph61.9mph

Real speed on 175/70R13.

Ground clearance+0.34in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side0.00in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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175/65R13 or 175/70R13?

Can I use 175/70R13 instead of 175/65R13?

175/70R13 is 3.1% taller than 175/65R13. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock. Also match or beat the original load index and speed rating, and check that the wheel width suits the new tire.

Will my speedometer be off?

At an indicated 60 mph on 175/70R13 you are really doing 61.9 mph if the speedometer was set up for 175/65R13. Going the other way, 175/65R13 would make it read 58.2 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.34 in (+9 mm) under the axle.

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