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215/60R16 vs 235/60R16

235/60R16 is 3.6% taller (+0.94 in) and 0.79 in wider than 215/60R16.

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235/60R16 is 3.6% taller than 215/60R16. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

215/60R16235/60R16Change
Diameter26.16″27.10″+0.94″+3.6%
Width8.46″9.25″+0.79″+9.3%
Sidewall5.08″5.55″+0.47″+9.3%
Circumference82.2″85.1″+3.0″+3.6%
Wheel16″16″Same
Revs per mile771744−27
SideTread
215/60R16235/60R16
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.2mph

Real speed on 235/60R16.

Ground clearance+0.47in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.39in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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215/60R16 or 235/60R16?

Can I use 235/60R16 instead of 215/60R16?

235/60R16 is 3.6% taller than 215/60R16. 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 235/60R16 you are really doing 62.2 mph if the speedometer was set up for 215/60R16. Going the other way, 215/60R16 would make it read 57.9 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.47 in (+12 mm) under the axle.

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