About the 265/45R20 Tire

The 265/45R20 is a common tire size for SUVs and crossovers such as Toyota RAV4, Honda CR-V, and Ford Explorer.

With a 119.3 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 -3.4% — a speedometer calibrated for 265/50R20 would read 103.5 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 746.5 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code265/45R20
Section Width265 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter20"
Sidewall Height119.3 mm
Overall Diameter746.5 mm / 29.39"
Circumference2345.2 mm / 92.33"
Revolutions per km426.4
Revolutions per mile686.2

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
255/45R20 737.5 -9.0 -1.2% 101.2
265/45R20 (current) 746.5 100.0
275/45R20 755.5 +9.0 +1.2% 98.8
265/50R20 773.0 +26.5 +3.5% 96.6

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 265/45R20 tire?
The overall diameter is 746.5 mm (29.39 in), with a 119.3 mm sidewall on a 20-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 265/45R20 tire make?
It makes 426.4 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2345.2 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 265/45R20 tires?
The 265/45R20 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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