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175/65R15 vs 205/60R15

205/60R15 is 3.0% taller (+0.73 in) and 1.18 in wider than 175/65R15.

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205/60R15 is 3.0% taller than 175/65R15. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

175/65R15205/60R15Change
Diameter23.96″24.69″+0.73″+3.0%
Width6.89″8.07″+1.18″+17.1%
Sidewall4.48″4.84″+0.36″+8.1%
Circumference75.3″77.6″+2.3″+3.0%
Wheel15″15″Same
Revs per mile842817−25
SideTread
175/65R15205/60R15
Speedometer shows 60 mph61.8mph

Real speed on 205/60R15.

Ground clearance+0.36in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.59in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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175/65R15 or 205/60R15?

Can I use 205/60R15 instead of 175/65R15?

205/60R15 is 3.0% taller than 175/65R15. 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 205/60R15 you are really doing 61.8 mph if the speedometer was set up for 175/65R15. Going the other way, 175/65R15 would make it read 58.2 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.36 in (+9 mm) under the axle.

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