195/55R15 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 195/55R15, a common size on compact cars. It fits the Honda Civic, Mazda Miata and more.
What 195/55R15 tires cost
Lexani Quattro Tempo Primo
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Listed as Lexani Quattro Tempo Primo 195/55R15 85V All Season Passenger Tires
Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Listed as Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22 UHP All Season 195/55R15 85V Passenger Tires
Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season
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 Eagle Sport All-Season 195/55R15 85V All Season Passenger Tires
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $268 to $316, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 195/55R15 right now
Landspider CityTraxx G/P 195/55R15 85V All Season Passenger Tires
$53.96per tire $107.92 for 2 tires · $215.84 for 4
69 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 195/55R15 size
Civic EX 1996-2000 size, H or V rated. Sport-compact enthusiasts still buy it; touring and a few summer models.
What the numbers on the sidewall mean
A 195/55R15 tire is 195 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 55 percent of that (about 4.2 inches tall), and it mounts on a 15-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 23.4 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 85V on the Lexani Quattro Tempo Primo, Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22 and Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season (1,135 lb per tire, rated to 149 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 195/55R15 tires cost across the whole range
Of the 113 tires listed in this size, 69 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Landspider CityTraxx G/P at $53.96, a 85V tire. The median is $70.96; a third of the tires cost $66.96 or less, and the top five percent start above $123.96. 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 Ecsta 4X II KU22, our mid-range pick here at $92.13, is also stocked in 205/55R15 ($122.96) and 225/50R16 ($135.96). The Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season, our premium pick here at $107.98, is also stocked in 215/50R17 ($172.99), 235/50R18 ($211.73), 255/60R18 ($311.99) and 265/35R21 ($304.96). 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 195/55R15
- Honda Civic (1996-2000, EX)
- Honda Civic (2001-2005, HX optional)
- Mazda Miata (1999-2005, upsize alternative)
Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 235/40R18, 185/70R14 or 195/60R15 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.
Which type of 195/55R15 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 195/55R15 tires cost?
Expect $54–$67 per tire for a budget brand, $67–$79 for a mid-range tire like the Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22, and $79–$124 for a premium tire like the Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season. A set of four therefore starts at about $216. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 195/55R15 tires?
195/55R15 is original equipment on Honda Civic (1996-2000, EX), Honda Civic (2001-2005, HX optional) and Mazda Miata (1999-2005, upsize alternative), 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 195/55R15 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Kumho Ecsta 4X II KU22, 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 Eagle Sport All-Season is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Lexani Quattro Tempo Primo is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 195/55R15 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.