215/45R18 vs 335/25R19
335/25R19 compared with 215/45R18
−0.1% diameter, +4.7" width
335/25R19 is 25.59" tall vs 25.62". Within the 3% rule, so usually interchangeable.
Speedometer difference
If your vehicle came with 215/45R18 and you fit 335/25R19, here is your real speed for each speedometer reading:
| Speedometer shows | Actual speed | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| 20 mph | 20.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 30 mph | 30.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 40 mph | 40.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 50 mph | 50.0 mph | 0.0 mph |
| 60 mph | 59.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 65 mph | 64.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 70 mph | 69.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 75 mph | 74.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
| 80 mph | 79.9 mph | −0.1 mph |
Each size on its own
Questions
- Which is bigger, 215/45R18 or 335/25R19?
- 215/45R18 is taller by 0.02 inches (25.62" vs 25.59"). 335/25R19 is wider by 4.72 inches.
- Can I replace 215/45R18 with 335/25R19?
- Usually, yes. The diameter difference is −0.1%, 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 335/25R19 change my speedometer?
- When your speedometer reads 60 mph with 335/25R19 fitted (calibrated for 215/45R18), your real speed is 59.9 mph. Your odometer will over-count miles by about 0.1%.
- Will 335/25R19 lift my vehicle?
- Ride height changes by half the diameter difference: −0.01 inches of ground clearance at the axle.