315/40R21

Standard Metric

Factory Specs, Physical Dimensions & Compatible Vehicle Applications

Factory Spec Overview

The 315/40R21 tire size features an overall diameter of 30.92 inches, a section width of 12.4 inches (315mm), and rotates 652 times per mile. It is a standard factory tire fitment on 26+ vehicle models including Mercedes-Benz GLE450 AMG, Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG.

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Physical Dimensions & Specs

Overall Diameter

30.92"

785.4 mm

Section Width

315 mm

12.40" wide

Sidewall Height

4.96"

126.0 mm (40% aspect)

Revolutions / Mile

652

Circumference: 97.14"

Rim Diameter

21"

Wheel size

Recommended Rim Width

7.9" - 11"

Optimal rim width range

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Speedometer & Alternate Size Calculator

Testing an alternate size for your vehicle? Compare 315/40R21 against any proposed tire size below:

Popular Comparisons:
Tire 1 (Stock / Base)315/40R21
Overall Height:30.9"
Sidewall:5.0"
Revs/Mile:652
Tire 2 (New / Compare)245/60R18
Overall Height:29.6"
Sidewall:5.8"
Revs/Mile:682

Visual Tire & Wheel Comparison

Tire 130.9" HeightTire 229.6" Height

Speedometer Variance

-4.4%At 60 mph reading, actual speed is 57.4 mph
IndicatedActual SpeedDiff
20 mph19.1 mph-0.9 mph
30 mph28.7 mph-1.3 mph
45 mph43.0 mph-2.0 mph
60 mph57.4 mph-2.6 mph
75 mph71.7 mph-3.3 mph
90 mph86.1 mph-3.9 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:-0.67" lower ground clearance

Vehicles That Fit 315/40R21 (26+ Models)

Factory standard and optional vehicle fitments utilizing 315/40R21 tires:

YearMake & ModelTrim / VariantLookup Specs
2016Mercedes-Benz GLE450 AMGGLE450 AMGView 2016 GLE450 AMG ›
2018Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG4D UtilityView 2018 GLE43 AMG ›
2018Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2018 GLE43 AMG ›
2019Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG4D UtilityView 2019 GLE43 AMG ›
2019Mercedes-Benz GLE43 AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2019 GLE43 AMG ›
2020Mercedes-Benz GLS580GLS580View 2020 GLS580 ›
2021Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D UtilityView 2021 GLE63 S AMG ›
2021Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2021 GLE63 S AMG ›
2021Mercedes-Benz GLS580GLS580View 2021 GLS580 ›
2022Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D UtilityView 2022 GLE63 S AMG ›
2022Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2022 GLE63 S AMG ›
2022Mercedes-Benz GLS580GLS580View 2022 GLS580 ›
2023Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG4Matic+View 2023 GLE53 AMG ›
2023Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG4Matic, 4D UtilityView 2023 GLE53 AMG ›
2023Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D UtilityView 2023 GLE63 S AMG ›
2023Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2023 GLE63 S AMG ›
2023Mercedes-Benz GLS580GLS580View 2023 GLS580 ›
2024Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2024 GLE53 AMG ›
2024Mercedes-Benz GLE53 AMG4D UtilityView 2024 GLE53 AMG ›
2024Mercedes-Benz GLS450GLS450View 2024 GLS450 ›
2025Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D Utility CoupeView 2025 GLE63 S AMG ›
2025Mercedes-Benz GLE63 S AMG4D UtilityView 2025 GLE63 S AMG ›
2025Mercedes-Benz GLS450GLS450View 2025 GLS450 ›
2024Porsche CayenneTurbo E-Hybrid, 4D Utility CoupeView 2024 Cayenne ›
2024Porsche CayenneTurbo E-Hybrid, 4D Utility WagonView 2024 Cayenne ›
2025Porsche CayenneS, 4D Utility WagonView 2025 Cayenne ›