About the 215/45R18 Tire

The 215/45R18 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 96.8 mm sidewall (45% aspect ratio), this tire offers a balanced blend of ride comfort and handling precision — versatile for both city driving and spirited cornering.

Compared to the baseline 235/45R18, this tire's overall diameter differs by -2.7% — a speedometer calibrated for 235/45R18 would read 102.8 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 650.7 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code215/45R18
Section Width215 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter18"
Sidewall Height96.8 mm
Overall Diameter650.7 mm / 25.62"
Circumference2044.2 mm / 80.48"
Revolutions per km489.2
Revolutions per mile787.3

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
215/45R17 625.3 -25.4 -3.9% 104.1
215/40R18 629.2 -21.5 -3.3% 103.4
215/45R18 (current) 650.7 100.0
225/45R18 659.7 +9.0 +1.4% 98.6
235/45R18 668.7 +18.0 +2.8% 97.3

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 215/45R18 tire?
The overall diameter is 650.7 mm (25.62 in), with a 96.8 mm sidewall on a 18-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 215/45R18 tire make?
It makes 489.2 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2044.2 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 215/45R18 tires?
The 215/45R18 is standard OEM equipment on midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata. Always check your owner's manual or door placard before switching sizes.

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