About the 235/55R20 Tire

The 235/55R20 is a common tire size for SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer.

With a 129.3 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.

Compared to the baseline 265/50R20, this tire's overall diameter differs by -0.8% — a speedometer calibrated for 265/50R20 would read 100.8 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 766.5 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code235/55R20
Section Width235 mm
Aspect Ratio55%
Rim Diameter20"
Sidewall Height129.3 mm
Overall Diameter766.5 mm / 30.18"
Circumference2408.0 mm / 94.80"
Revolutions per km415.3
Revolutions per mile668.3

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
235/55R17 690.3 -76.2 -9.9% 111.0
235/55R18 715.7 -50.8 -6.6% 107.1
235/55R20 (current) 766.5 100.0
235/60R20 790.0 +23.5 +3.1% 97.0
275/55R20 810.5 +44.0 +5.7% 94.6

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 235/55R20 tire?
The overall diameter is 766.5 mm (30.18 in), with a 129.3 mm sidewall on a 20-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 235/55R20 tire make?
It makes 415.3 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2408.0 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 235/55R20 tires?
The 235/55R20 is standard OEM equipment on SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer. Always check your owner's manual or door placard before switching sizes.

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