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225/55R18 vs 235/60R18

235/60R18 is 4.9% taller (+1.36 in) and 0.39 in wider than 225/55R18.

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235/60R18 is 4.9% taller than 225/55R18. It often still fits, but expect a noticeable speedometer error and check clearance at full steering lock.

225/55R18235/60R18Change
Diameter27.74″29.10″+1.36″+4.9%
Width8.86″9.25″+0.39″+4.4%
Sidewall4.87″5.55″+0.68″+13.9%
Circumference87.2″91.4″+4.3″+4.9%
Wheel18″18″Same
Revs per mile727693−34
SideTread
225/55R18235/60R18
Speedometer shows 60 mph62.9mph

Real speed on 235/60R18.

Ground clearance+0.68in

Change in height under the axle.

Width per side+0.20in

On the same wheel, split inboard and outboard.

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225/55R18 or 235/60R18?

Can I use 235/60R18 instead of 225/55R18?

235/60R18 is 4.9% taller than 225/55R18. 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 235/60R18 you are really doing 62.9 mph if the speedometer was set up for 225/55R18. Going the other way, 225/55R18 would make it read 57.2 mph at a real 60.

How much ground clearance does it change?

Half the diameter difference: +0.68 in (+17 mm) under the axle.

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