195/60R14 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 195/60R14, a performance cars size fitted to DeLorean DMC-12, Alfa Romeo GTV6, Honda Prelude and more.
What 195/60R14 tires cost
Nankang CX-668
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Federal Super Steel 595
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Falken Sincera SN250 A/S
Best wet and snow braking, quietest ride, longest tread life. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing, based on what the big US online retailers charge for this size. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $400 to $540, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 195/60R14 size
The 1980s European and Japanese sport-compact size, and the front half of the DeLorean's staggered set (195/60HR14 front, 235/60HR15 rear, which is why you cannot rotate a DMC-12's tires). No bias-ply history and no whitewall. The awkward part is brand choice: every premium maker has dropped 14 in performance sizes, so the realistic list is Nankang, Federal and Falken, all in T or H. DeLorean owners usually buy through a marque specialist for that reason.
The numbers mean: 195 mm section width, sidewall height 60 % of that width, and a 14-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 23.2 inches. Any replacement has to match all three, and the load index and speed rating on your door sticker must be met or exceeded. Our guide on reading a tire size walks through it.
Vehicles that use 195/60R14
- DeLorean DMC-12 (1981-1983, front)
- Alfa Romeo GTV6 (1981-1986)
- Honda Prelude (1988-1991, Si)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 195/60R14 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.
Summer Tires
Sports-car and performance-sedan owners, and anyone in a warm climate who wants the best possible grip and steering.
Performance Tires
Owners of sports sedans, hot hatches and performance crossovers who want year-round tires with real handling.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 195/60R14 tires cost?
Expect $75–$95 per tire for a budget brand, $100–$135 for a mid-range tire like the Federal Super Steel 595, and $140–$210 for a premium tire like the Falken Sincera SN250 A/S. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 195/60R14 tires?
195/60R14 is original equipment on DeLorean DMC-12 (1981-1983, front), Alfa Romeo GTV6 (1981-1986) and Honda Prelude (1988-1991, Si), 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 195/60R14 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Federal Super Steel 595, 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 Falken Sincera SN250 A/S is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Nankang CX-668 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 195/60R14 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.