265/55R19 Tire Size Specifications & Compatible Vehicles

Overall Diameter

774.1 mm

Section Width

265 mm

Sidewall Height

145.8 mm

Circumference

2431.9 mm

Revs/Mile

662

Rim Diameter

19"

Alternative Tire Sizes

These tire sizes are within 3% overall diameter of 265/55R19 and may be used as replacements:

245/70R17 Safe 0.1% · -20mm · -2" rim 265/60R18 Safe 0.1% · same width · -1" rim 265/50R20 Safe 0.1% · same width · +1" rim 245/65R18 Safe 0.2% · -20mm · -1" rim 265/65R17 Safe 0.3% · same width · -2" rim 265/45R21 Safe 0.3% · same width · +2" rim 285/50R19 Safe 0.8% · +20mm · same rim 275/45R21 Safe 0.9% · +10mm · +2" rim 275/50R20 Safe 1.1% · +10mm · +1" rim 285/45R20 Safe 1.2% · +20mm · +1" rim 255/65R17 Safe 1.4% · -10mm · -2" rim 255/60R18 Safe 1.4% · -10mm · -1" rim

Understanding 265/55R19

The tire size 265/55R19 means the tire has a section width of 265mm, an aspect ratio of 55% (the sidewall height is 55% of the width), and fits a 19-inch rim.

Sidewall Height = 265 x 0.55 = 145.8 mm
Overall Diameter = (145.8 x 2) + (19 x 25.4) = 774.1 mm
Circumference = 774.1 x π = 2431.9 mm

With an aspect ratio of 55%, 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 265/55R19 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.