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205/50R15

Standard Metric

Factory Specs, Physical Dimensions & Compatible Vehicle Applications

Factory Spec Overview

The 205/50R15 tire size features an overall diameter of 23.07 inches, a section width of 8.1 inches (205mm), and rotates 874 times per mile. It is a standard factory tire fitment on 48+ vehicle models including Acura NSX.

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Physical Dimensions & Specs

Overall Diameter

23.07"

586.0 mm

Section Width

205 mm

8.07" wide

Sidewall Height

4.04"

102.6 mm (50% aspect)

Revolutions / Mile

874

Circumference: 72.48"

Rim Diameter

15"

Wheel size

Recommended Rim Width

5.1" - 7.2"

Optimal rim width range

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Speedometer & Alternate Size Calculator

Testing an alternate size for your vehicle? Compare 205/50R15 against any proposed tire size below:

Popular Comparisons:
Tire 1 (Stock / Base)205/50R15
Overall Height:23.1"
Sidewall:4.0"
Revs/Mile:874
Tire 2 (New / Compare)245/60R18
Overall Height:29.6"
Sidewall:5.8"
Revs/Mile:682

Visual Tire & Wheel Comparison

Tire 123.1" HeightTire 229.6" Height

Speedometer Variance

+28.2%At 60 mph reading, actual speed is 76.9 mph
IndicatedActual SpeedDiff
20 mph25.6 mph+5.6 mph
30 mph38.5 mph+8.5 mph
45 mph57.7 mph+12.7 mph
60 mph76.9 mph+16.9 mph
75 mph96.1 mph+21.1 mph
90 mph115.4 mph+25.4 mph

Fender & Suspension Clearance

Fitment Status: MODERATE RISK

Flush fitment. Extends 17.7mm outwards. Check wheel arch clearance under full suspension compression.

Inner Strut Space:7.7mm LESS clearance
Outer Fender Push:Extends 17.7mm further out
Ride Height Delta:+3.25" ground clearance

Vehicles That Fit 205/50R15 (48+ Models)

Factory standard and optional vehicle fitments utilizing 205/50R15 tires:

YearMake & ModelTrim / VariantLookup Specs
1991Acura NSXAutomaticView 1991 NSX ›
1991Acura NSXStandardView 1991 NSX ›
1992Acura NSXAutomaticView 1992 NSX ›
1992Acura NSXStandardView 1992 NSX ›
1993Acura NSXAutomaticView 1993 NSX ›
1993Acura NSXStandardView 1993 NSX ›
1991Audi 90QuattroView 1991 90 ›
2000Toyota MR2MR2View 2000 MR2 ›
2001Toyota MR2C56View 2001 MR2 ›
2001Toyota MR2C56MView 2001 MR2 ›
2002Toyota MR2C56View 2002 MR2 ›
2002Toyota MR2C56MView 2002 MR2 ›
1991Volkswagen Corrado1.8 B, AutomaticView 1991 Corrado ›
1991Volkswagen Corrado1.8 C, StandardView 1991 Corrado ›
1991Volkswagen Corrado1.8 B, StandardView 1991 Corrado ›
1991Volkswagen Corrado1.8 C, AutomaticView 1991 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoG60, 1.8 B, AutomaticView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoG60, 1.8 B, StandardView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoSLC, 2.8 D, StandardView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoSLC, 2.8 E, StandardView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoG60, 1.8 C, AutomaticView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoG60, 1.8 C, StandardView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoSLC, 2.8 E, AutomaticView 1992 Corrado ›
1992Volkswagen CorradoSLC, 2.8 D, AutomaticView 1992 Corrado ›
1993Volkswagen CorradoAutomaticView 1993 Corrado ›
1993Volkswagen CorradoStandardView 1993 Corrado ›
1994Volkswagen CorradoAutomaticView 1994 Corrado ›
1994Volkswagen CorradoStandardView 1994 Corrado ›
1994Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, Automatic, 01MView 1994 Jetta III ›
1994Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, Automatic, 096View 1994 Jetta III ›
1994Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, StandardView 1994 Jetta III ›
1995Volkswagen GTI2.8 DView 1995 GTI ›
1995Volkswagen GTI2.8 EView 1995 GTI ›
1995Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, 2.8 D, Automatic, 01MView 1995 Jetta III ›
1995Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, 2.8 D, Automatic, 096View 1995 Jetta III ›
1995Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, 2.8 D, StandardView 1995 Jetta III ›
1995Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, 2.8 E, Automatic, 01MView 1995 Jetta III ›
1995Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, 2.8 E, Automatic, 096View 1995 Jetta III ›
1995Volkswagen Jetta IIIGLX, 2.8 E, StandardView 1995 Jetta III ›
1996Volkswagen GTIVR6View 1996 GTI ›
1996Volkswagen JettaGLX, AutomaticView 1996 Jetta ›
1996Volkswagen JettaGLX, StandardView 1996 Jetta ›
1997Volkswagen GTIVR6View 1997 GTI ›
1997Volkswagen JettaGLX, AutomaticView 1997 Jetta ›
1997Volkswagen JettaGLX, StandardView 1997 Jetta ›
1998Volkswagen GTIVR6View 1998 GTI ›
1998Volkswagen JettaGLX, AutomaticView 1998 Jetta ›
1998Volkswagen JettaGLX, StandardView 1998 Jetta ›