About the 235/45R19 Tire

The 235/45R19 is a common tire size for luxury and premium vehicles such as BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Audi A6.

With a 105.8 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 245/40R19, this tire's overall diameter differs by +2.3% — a speedometer calibrated for 245/40R19 would read 97.8 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 694.1 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code235/45R19
Section Width235 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter19"
Sidewall Height105.8 mm
Overall Diameter694.1 mm / 27.33"
Circumference2180.6 mm / 85.85"
Revolutions per km458.6
Revolutions per mile738.0

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
235/45R17 643.3 -50.8 -7.3% 107.9
235/35R19 647.1 -47.0 -6.8% 107.3
235/45R18 668.7 -25.4 -3.7% 103.8
235/40R19 670.6 -23.5 -3.4% 103.5
235/45R19 (current) 694.1 100.0
245/45R19 703.1 +9.0 +1.3% 98.7
255/45R19 712.1 +18.0 +2.6% 97.5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 235/45R19 tire?
The overall diameter is 694.1 mm (27.33 in), with a 105.8 mm sidewall on a 19-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 235/45R19 tire make?
It makes 458.6 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2180.6 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 235/45R19 tires?
The 235/45R19 is standard OEM equipment on luxury and premium vehicles such as BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class, and Audi A6. Always check your owner's manual or door placard before switching sizes.

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