185/70R14 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 185/70R14, a common size on compact cars. It fits the Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Hyundai Accent and more.
Yes, this fits your Hyundai Accent. 185/70R14 is the original size on the 2000-2005 Hyundai Accent.
The sticker inside the driver's door is still the final word, because trim and wheel package can change the size. Back to every Hyundai Accent size.
What 185/70R14 tires cost
Lexani LXTR-203
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Listed as Lexani LXTR-203 185/70R14 88H All Season Passenger Tires
Nexen N'Priz AH5
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Listed as Nexen N'Priz AH5 185/70R14 88T All Season Passenger Tires
Goodyear Viva 2
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.
Listed as Goodyear Viva 2 185/70R14 87S All Season Passenger Tires
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $256 to $300, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 185/70R14 right now
Ardent Tour RX1 UHP Summer 185/70R14 88H Passenger Tires
$54.99per tire $109.98 for 2 tires · $219.96 for 4
66 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 185/70R14 size
Classic 2000s economy size, S/T-rated. Only budget and mid-range lines still carry it. Classic side: MGB owners fit this in place of the original 165R14 because it fills the arch on a 14x5 wire or Rostyle wheel, and it is the standard Volvo 240 size. Period-look radials in H rating are available from Vredestein and Pirelli's Cinturato range.
What the numbers on the sidewall mean
A 185/70R14 tire is 185 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 70 percent of that (about 5.1 inches tall), and it mounts on a 14-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 24.2 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 88H on the Lexani LXTR-203 (1,235 lb per tire, rated to 130 mph), 88T on the Nexen N'Priz AH5 (1,235 lb per tire, rated to 118 mph) and 87S on the Goodyear Viva 2 (1,202 lb per tire, rated to 112 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.
What 185/70R14 tires cost across the whole range
Of the 110 tires listed in this size, 66 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Ardent Tour RX1 UHP Summer at $54.99, a 88H tire. The median is $69.46; 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 Lexani LXTR-203, our budget pick here at $61.96, is also stocked in 225/55R16 ($88.96). The Nexen N'Priz AH5, our mid-range pick here at $91, is also stocked in 175/70R14 ($80) and 195/60R14 ($87). 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.
Vehicles that use 185/70R14
- Honda Civic (2001-2005, DX/LX)
- Toyota Corolla (1993-1997)
- Hyundai Accent (2000-2005, GL)
- MG MGB (1962-1980, 14x5 radial upgrade)
- Volvo 240 (1975-1993)
- Alfa Romeo Spider (1982-1993)
Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 175/70R14, 195/55R15 or 195/60R15 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.
Which type of 185/70R14 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 185/70R14 tires cost?
Expect $55–$64 per tire for a budget brand, $64–$75 for a mid-range tire like the Nexen N'Priz AH5, and $75–$114 for a premium tire like the Goodyear Viva 2. A set of four therefore starts at about $220. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 185/70R14 tires?
185/70R14 is original equipment on Honda Civic (2001-2005, DX/LX), Toyota Corolla (1993-1997), Hyundai Accent (2000-2005, GL), MG MGB (1962-1980, 14x5 radial upgrade), Volvo 240 (1975-1993) and Alfa Romeo Spider (1982-1993), 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 185/70R14 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Nexen N'Priz AH5, 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 Goodyear Viva 2 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Lexani LXTR-203 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 185/70R14 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.