About the 255/45R19 Tire

The 255/45R19 is a common tire size for SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer.

With a 114.8 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 +4.9% — a speedometer calibrated for 245/40R19 would read 95.3 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 712.1 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code255/45R19
Section Width255 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter19"
Sidewall Height114.8 mm
Overall Diameter712.1 mm / 28.04"
Circumference2237.1 mm / 88.08"
Revolutions per km447.0
Revolutions per mile719.4

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
255/40R19 686.6 -25.5 -3.6% 103.7
255/45R18 686.7 -25.4 -3.6% 103.7
235/45R19 694.1 -18.0 -2.5% 102.6
245/45R19 703.1 -9.0 -1.3% 101.3
255/45R19 (current) 712.1 100.0
255/45R20 737.5 +25.4 +3.6% 96.6
255/50R19 737.6 +25.5 +3.6% 96.5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 255/45R19 tire?
The overall diameter is 712.1 mm (28.04 in), with a 114.8 mm sidewall on a 19-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 255/45R19 tire make?
It makes 447.0 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2237.1 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 255/45R19 tires?
The 255/45R19 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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