215/30R19 vs 225/30R19
225/30R19 compared with 215/30R19
+1.0% diameter, +0.4" width
225/30R19 is 24.31" tall vs 24.08". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 215/30R19 and you fit 225/30R19, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.2 mph | +0.2 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.3 mph | +0.3 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.4 mph | +0.4 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.5 mph | +0.5 mph |
| 60 mph | 60.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 65 mph | 65.6 mph | +0.6 mph |
| 70 mph | 70.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
| 75 mph | 75.7 mph | +0.7 mph |
| 80 mph | 80.8 mph | +0.8 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 215/30R19 or 225/30R19?
- 225/30R19 is taller by 0.24 inches (24.31" vs 24.08"). 225/30R19 is wider by 0.39 inches.
- Can I replace 215/30R19 with 225/30R19?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is +1.0%, inside the 3% rule of thumb most tire shops use. Check that the wider or taller tire clears your suspension and fenders, and that its load index meets your placard.
- How much will 225/30R19 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 225/30R19 fitted (calibrated for 215/30R19), your real speed is 60.6 mph. Your odometer will under-count miles by about 1.0%.
- Will 225/30R19 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: +0.12 inches of ground clearance at the axle.