185/70R13 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 185/70R13, a common size on compact cars. It fits the BMW 2002, Fiat 124 Spider, Datsun 510 and more.
Yes, this fits your BMW 2002. 185/70R13 is the original size on the 1968-1976 BMW 2002.
The sticker inside the driver's door is still the final word, because trim and wheel package can change the size. Back to every BMW 2002 size.
What 185/70R13 tires cost
Westlake RP18
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Kumho Solus TA11
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Listed as Kumho Solus TA11 185/70R13 86T All Season Passenger Tires
Vredestein Sprint Classic
The strongest wet and snow braking and the longest tread life among what is stocked in this size. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $256 to $308, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 185/70R13 right now
Montreal Eco-2 185/70R13 86H All Season Passenger Tires
$55.96per tire $111.92 for 2 tires · $223.84 for 4
16 tires in this size, priced straight from SimpleTire's own product feed, read 13 November 2026. Stock and prices move daily, so check the shop for today's figure.
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About the 185/70R13 size
The standard modern fit for small 1960s-1980s imports that left the factory on 165SR13 or 165/80R13 crossply-replacement radials; 185/70R13 stands 23.2 in tall against 23.4 in for a 165R13, so the speedometer error is under 1 percent. Period-look radials (Vredestein Sprint Classic, Pirelli Cinturato CN36) are sold in H and V ratings; the cheap modern options are T-rated, which is 118 mph and plenty for a 2002 or a 124 Spider. Whitewalls are almost nonexistent in 13 in, redlines only as a Diamond Back or Coker conversion. Bias-ply 165-13 reproductions exist but nobody drives them by choice.
What the numbers on the sidewall mean
A 185/70R13 tire is 185 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 70 percent of that (about 5.1 inches tall), and it mounts on a 13-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 23.2 inches. Every replacement has to match all three numbers, and the load index and speed rating on the placard inside the driver's door have to be met or exceeded.
In this size our picks are marked 86T on the Kumho Solus TA11 (1,168 lb per tire, rated to 118 mph). The first number is the load index, the letter the speed rating; a tire with equal or higher values than your placard is fine, a lower one is not.
Our guide on reading a tire size walks through the markings, and this one lists every load index and speed code.
Our three picks, side by side
One tire at each price level from what the retailer stocks in this size, with the mileage warranty and UTQG grades as published by the manufacturers and their retailers. Treadwear is the number to compare: it is a relative wear rate, so 700 should last roughly twice as long as 350 on the same car.
| Westlake RP18 | Kumho Solus TA11 | Vredestein Sprint Classic | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per tire (Nov 13, 2026) | not stocked today | $91.16 | not stocked today |
| Set of four | — | $364.64 | — |
| Service description in 185/70R13 | — | 86T | — |
| Mileage warranty | 45,000 mi | see listing | see listing |
| UTQG treadwear / traction / temperature | 500 A A (typical, varies by size) | see listing | see listing |
| Season | All-season | see listing | see listing |
| Extras | — | — | — |
What 185/70R13 tires cost across the whole range
Of the 25 tires listed in this size, 16 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Montreal Eco-2 at $55.96, a 86H tire. The median is $73.97; a third of the tires cost $63.96 or less, and the top five percent start above $113.96. Those are per-tire prices before mounting and balancing, which adds $15 to $45 per tire at most shops, read from the retailer's feed Nov 13, 2026.
The same tires in neighboring sizes
The Kumho Solus TA11, our mid-range pick here at $91.16, is also stocked in 215/65R15 ($76.98) and 225/70R15 ($93.99). Useful if your vehicle came with a different wheel package, or if you are comparing an upsize: the same tire usually costs more per inch of wheel, not per inch of rubber. Prices per tire, from the retailer's feed Nov 13, 2026.
Winter on a compact car in this size
Compact cars are nearly all front-wheel drive, and that is what the traction laws look at. In Colorado the Passenger Vehicle Traction Law applies on the 126 miles of I-70 between Dotsero and Morrison from September 1 to May 31: a two-wheel-drive car must be on tires marked M+S, 3PMSF or rated all-weather by the manufacturer, with at least 3/16 inch of tread, and fines start at $130. Most all-season tires in this size are M+S rated, so the marking is usually there; the tread depth is what catches older tires. A light car on narrow tires actually does well in snow because the tire cuts down to the road instead of floating on it, so a dedicated winter set in this same size, swapped on in November, is the simplest upgrade if you live where it snows.
None of our picks in this size, the Westlake RP18, carries the 3PMSF symbol; for that, look at the all-weather and winter tires.
Vehicles that use 185/70R13
- BMW 2002 (1968-1976)
- Fiat 124 Spider (1979-1985, 2000)
- Datsun 510 (1968-1973)
- Mazda RX-7 (1979-1985, FB base/GSL)
Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 205/60R15 or 205/60R14 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.
Which type of 185/70R13 tire?
All-Season Tires
Drivers in the South, West Coast and mild parts of the Midwest who want one set of tires that lasts a long time and is quiet.
All-Weather Tires
Drivers in snow-belt states who want one set of tires with proven snow traction and no seasonal swap.
Winter Tires
Anyone in the northern US, Canada-border states or mountain regions where snow and ice are on the roads for weeks at a time.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 185/70R13 tires cost?
Expect $56–$64 per tire for a budget brand, $64–$77 for a mid-range tire like the Kumho Solus TA11, and $77–$114 for a premium tire like the Vredestein Sprint Classic. A set of four therefore starts at about $224. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 185/70R13 tires?
185/70R13 is original equipment on BMW 2002 (1968-1976), Fiat 124 Spider (1979-1985, 2000), Datsun 510 (1968-1973) and Mazda RX-7 (1979-1985, FB base/GSL), among others. Always confirm with the sticker inside your driver's door, because trim levels and wheel packages can change the size.
What is the best 185/70R13 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Kumho Solus TA11, is the sweet spot of price and tread life. If you keep the vehicle a long time or drive in heavy rain and snow, the Vredestein Sprint Classic is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Westlake RP18 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 185/70R13 tires?
On a front- or rear-wheel-drive car, yes: replace in pairs on the same axle and put the newer pair on the rear. On all-wheel-drive vehicles most makers want all four replaced together, or a new tire shaved to match, because a difference in circumference strains the drivetrain.