225/60R16 Tire Size Specifications & Compatible Vehicles

676mm135mmR16225/60R16Width: 225mm (8.9")
Overall Diameter
676.4 mm
Section Width
225 mm
Sidewall Height
135.0 mm
Circumference
2125.0 mm
Revs/Mile
757
Rim Diameter
16"

Alternative Tire Sizes

These tire sizes are within 3% overall diameter of 225/60R16 and may be used as replacements:

245/50R17 Safe  0.1% · +20mm · +1" rim 245/45R18 Safe  0.2% · +20mm · +2" rim 225/55R17 Safe  0.4% · same width · +1" rim 205/65R16 Safe  0.5% · -20mm · same rim 215/70R15 Safe  0.8% · -10mm · -1" rim 225/50R18 Safe  0.9% · same width · +2" rim 205/80R14 Safe  1.1% · -20mm · -2" rim 235/45R18 Safe  1.1% · +10mm · +2" rim 215/55R17 Safe  1.2% · -10mm · +1" rim 205/70R15 Safe  1.2% · -20mm · -1" rim 215/65R16 Safe  1.4% · -10mm · same rim 235/50R17 Safe  1.4% · +10mm · +1" rim

Popular Comparisons

See how 225/60R16 compares to other common tire sizes:

215/60R16 vs 225/60R16 Sedan width upgrade 225/60R16 vs 225/55R17 Midsize sedan plus-one upgrade 225/60R16 vs 215/60R16 Width comparison on 16-inch

Understanding 225/60R16

The tire size 225/60R16 means the tire has a section width of 225mm, an aspect ratio of 60% (the sidewall height is 60% of the width), and fits a 16-inch rim.

Sidewall Height = 225 x 0.6 = 135.0 mm
Overall Diameter = (135.0 x 2) + (16 x 25.4) = 676.4 mm
Circumference = 676.4 x π = 2125.0 mm

With an aspect ratio of 60%, this is a standard-profile tire that balances ride comfort with handling precision. This profile range is the most common for passenger cars, crossovers, and light SUVs.

Choosing Replacement Tires

When replacing 225/60R16 tires, verify the size matches your vehicle's tire placard (typically found on the driver's door jamb or in the owner's manual). The NHTSA Tire Ratings Search tool lets you look up manufacturer load and speed ratings for specific tires.

Key factors beyond size: load index (must meet or exceed the vehicle's requirement), speed rating (must match or exceed the original specification), and seasonal type (all-season, summer, or winter) based on your driving conditions. The U.S. Tire Manufacturers Association recommends replacing all four tires at once, or at minimum in pairs on the same axle.