What does 195/80R16 mean?
195/80R16 is a tire size with the following dimensions:
- 195 is the width of the tire in millimeters. This number also indicates the appropriate width of the rim on which the tire should be mounted.
- 80 is the aspect ratio, which is the ratio of the tire's height to its width. This affects the tire's handling and ride comfort
- R indicates the tire's construction type, meaning it has a radial construction. This provides stability and precision to the tire.
- 16 is the diameter of the wheel in inches, on which the tire is to be mounted.
195/80R16 Tire Conversion
| Dimensions | Inches | Millimeters |
| Tire Diameter | 28.3 in | 718.4 mm |
| Section Width | 7.7 in | 195 mm |
| Rim Height | 16 in | 406 mm |
| Sidewall Height | 6.1 in | 156 mm |
| Circumference | 88.9 in | 2256.9 mm |
| Revolutions | 713.1 revs/mile | |
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FAQ About 195/80R16 Tire
How tall is a 195/80R16 tire?
The height (or diameter) of a 195/80R16 tire is 28.3 inches
How wide is a 195/80R16 tire?
The width of a 195/80R16 tire is 195 mm, which is about 7.7 inches.
What size rim fits a 195/80R16 tire?
A 195/80R16 tire fits on a rim that is 16 inches in diameter.
What does the 80 in a 195/80R16 tire mean?
The 80 in a 195/80R16 tire refers to the aspect ratio, meaning the height of the tire's sidewall is 80% of its width.
Alternative Tire Sizes for 195/80R16
Typically, it's recommended to choose a tire with a diameter (height) within 3% of the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) tire size.
However, keep in mind that this is a general guideline and not an absolute rule.
Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the 195/80R16:
| Tire Size | Diameter | Rim |
|---|---|---|
| 285/55R16 | 28.3″ (Equal) | 16 x n/a |
| 185/80R16 | 27.7″ (-2.1%) | 16 x n/a |
| 195/75R16 | 27.5″ (-2.8%) | 16 x 8.5-11.0 |
| 205/75R16 | 28.1″ (-0.7%) | 16 x n/a |
| 205/80R16 | 28.9″ (2.1%) | 16 x 5.0-7.0 |
| 215/70R16 | 27.9″ (-1.4%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 215/75R16 | 28.7″ (1.4%) | 16 x 5.5-7.0 |
| 225/65R16 | 27.5″ (-2.8%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
| 225/70R16 | 28.4″ (0.4%) | 16 x 6.0-7.5 |
| 235/65R16 | 28.0″ (-1.1%) | 16 x 6.5-8.5 |
| 235/70R16 | 29.0″ (2.5%) | 16 x 6.0-8.0 |
| 245/60R16 | 27.6″ (-2.5%) | 16 x 7.0-8.5 |
| 255/60R16 | 28.0″ (-1.1%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
| 255/65R16 | 29.1″ (2.8%) | 16 x 7.0-9.0 |
| 265/60R16 | 28.5″ (0.7%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
| 275/55R16 | 27.9″ (-1.4%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
| 275/60R16 | 29.0″ (2.5%) | 16 x 7.5-9.5 |
| 295/50R16 | 27.6″ (-2.5%) | 16 x 8.0-10.5 |