P205/50R15

Passenger / P-Metric

Factory Specs, Physical Dimensions & Compatible Vehicle Applications

Factory Spec Overview

The P205/50R15 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 39+ vehicle models including Dodge Charger.

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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

Speedometer & Alternate Size Calculator

Testing an alternate size for your vehicle? Compare P205/50R15 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 P205/50R15 (39+ Models)

Factory standard and optional vehicle fitments utilizing P205/50R15 tires:

YearMake & ModelTrim / VariantLookup Specs
1983Dodge ChargerShelbyView 1983 Charger
1984Dodge ChargerShelby, 2.2 8View 1984 Charger
1984Dodge ChargerShelby, 2.2 C, AutomaticView 1984 Charger
1984Dodge ChargerShelby, 2.2 C, StandardView 1984 Charger
1985Dodge ChargerShelbyView 1985 Charger
1986Dodge ChargerShelbyView 1986 Charger
1987Dodge ChargerShelbyView 1987 Charger
1987Dodge Shadow2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, AutomaticView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, StandardView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow2D Hatchback, 2.2 E, AutomaticView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow2D Hatchback, 2.2 E, StandardView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, AutomaticView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, StandardView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, StandardView 1987 Shadow
1987Dodge Shadow4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, AutomaticView 1987 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, AutomaticView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 D, StandardView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 E, AutomaticView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 E, StandardView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, AutomaticView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 D, StandardView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, AutomaticView 1988 Shadow
1988Dodge ShadowBase, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, StandardView 1988 Shadow
1991Geo StormGSi, AutomaticView 1991 Storm
1991Geo StormGSi, StandardView 1991 Storm
1992Geo StormGSi, AutomaticView 1992 Storm
1992Geo StormGSi, StandardView 1992 Storm
1993Geo StormGSi, AutomaticView 1993 Storm
1993Geo StormGSi, StandardView 1993 Storm
1991Isuzu ImpulseRSView 1991 Impulse
1992Isuzu ImpulseRSView 1992 Impulse
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 E, AutomaticView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 2D Hatchback, 2.2 E, StandardView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 K, AutomaticView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 2D Hatchback, 2.5 K, StandardView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, AutomaticView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 4D Hatchback, 2.2 E, StandardView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, AutomaticView 1988 Sundance
1988Plymouth SundanceRS, 4D Hatchback, 2.5 K, StandardView 1988 Sundance