235/55R19 vs 235/60R18

235/60R18 is 2.0 mm shorter than 235/55R19 in overall diameter (−0.3%), within the usual 3% limit, so it can replace it where the wheels and clearance allow. With 235/60R18 fitted, the speedometer reads 100 km/h when you are doing 99.7 km/h.

Dimensions side by side

	235/55R19	235/60R18
Overall diameter	741 mm (29.2″)	739 mm (29.1″)
Section width	235 mm	235 mm
Sidewall height	129 mm	141 mm
Rim	19″	18″
Revolutions per km	430	431
In stock	126 tires from $178.00	102 tires from $145.00

What changes

Overall diameter: 235/60R18 is 2.0 mm shorter (−0.3%).
Speedometer: reads 100 km/h at an actual 99.7 km/h with 235/60R18.
Wheel size changes from 19″ to 18″: you need wheels in the new size.
Choose a load index at least as high as the one on your door placard.

Vehicles that came with both sizes

Vehicles that use 235/55R19

Vehicles that use 235/60R18

See every alternate size for 235/55R19

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 235/60R18 instead of 235/55R19?

Usually, yes: 235/60R18 is within 3% of the overall diameter of 235/55R19 (−0.3%). Use wheels of the right size and width, match or exceed the original load index, and check clearance at full steering lock.

How much does the speedometer change between 235/55R19 and 235/60R18?

With 235/60R18 instead of 235/55R19, the speedometer shows 100 km/h when you are actually doing 99.7 km/h.

Which vehicles came with both 235/55R19 and 235/60R18?

Both sizes were original equipment, on different trims or packages, on the 2015–2024 Land Rover Discovery Sport, 2010–2014, 2018–2024 Volvo XC60, 2009–2024 Audi Q5, 2016–2024 Mercedes-Benz GLC300, 2014–2019, 2024 Land Rover Range Rover Evoque, 2018–2024 Alfa Romeo Stelvio.