The 205/55R16 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.
With a 112.8 mm sidewall (55% aspect ratio), this tire offers a balanced blend of ride comfort and handling precision — versatile for both city driving and spirited cornering.
This is one of the most popular tire sizes for 16" rims, frequently used as a reference point when comparing speedometer accuracy across similar sizes.
One of the highest-volume OE sizes globally — VW Golf Mk5/Mk6 base trims (1K/5K), BMW 3 Series (E46) base, Audi A4 (B6/B7) base, Honda Accord (CL/CM). Load index 91V or 91H. Replacement availability and compound variety are best-in-class for this rim diameter.
Mainstream sedan sizes balance compound longevity against light all-season handling. When replacing, match the OE speed rating (H or V on most trims) — installing a lower rating voids many manufacturer load-test certifications and is illegal on autobahn-rated vehicles. Wheel-well clearance is rarely a concern at this rim diameter; speedometer drift across factory alternatives stays well inside the ±3% legal window.
| Tire Code | 205/55R16 |
| Section Width | 205 mm |
| Aspect Ratio | 55% |
| Rim Diameter | 16" |
| Sidewall Height | 112.8 mm |
| Overall Diameter | 631.9 mm / 24.88" |
| Circumference | 1985.2 mm / 78.16" |
| Revolutions per km | 503.7 |
| Revolutions per mile | 810.7 |
| Tire Code | OD (mm) | Δ mm | Δ % | Speedo at 100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 205/50R16 | 611.4 | -20.5 | -3.2% | 103.4 |
| 195/55R16 | 620.9 | -11.0 | -1.7% | 101.8 |
| 205/55R16 (current) | 631.9 | — | — | 100.0 |
| 215/55R16 | 642.9 | +11.0 | +1.7% | 98.3 |
| 205/60R16 | 652.4 | +20.5 | +3.2% | 96.9 |