About the 255/45R20 Tire

The 255/45R20 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 265/50R20, this tire's overall diameter differs by -4.6% — a speedometer calibrated for 265/50R20 would read 104.8 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 737.5 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code255/45R20
Section Width255 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter20"
Sidewall Height114.8 mm
Overall Diameter737.5 mm / 29.04"
Circumference2316.9 mm / 91.22"
Revolutions per km431.6
Revolutions per mile694.6

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
255/45R18 686.7 -50.8 -6.9% 107.4
255/45R19 712.1 -25.4 -3.4% 103.6
245/45R20 728.5 -9.0 -1.2% 101.2
255/45R20 (current) 737.5 100.0
265/45R20 746.5 +9.0 +1.2% 98.8
255/50R20 763.0 +25.5 +3.5% 96.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 255/45R20 tire?
The overall diameter is 737.5 mm (29.04 in), with a 114.8 mm sidewall on a 20-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 255/45R20 tire make?
It makes 431.6 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2316.9 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 255/45R20 tires?
The 255/45R20 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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