195/65R15 tires

195/65R15 is the size on a generation of economy cars that are still everywhere: the Toyota Corolla from 2003 to 2019, the 2006 to 2015 Honda Civic in DX and LX trim, the 2016 to 2022 Prius, and the base Jetta, Elantra, Forte and Mazda3. Because so many cars use it, every tire maker builds for it and the choice runs from bare-bones to premium touring. Below are real prices for 245 tires in stock, three picks with the manufacturers' specifications behind them, and what to watch for on a Prius.

What 195/65R15 tires cost

Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $308 to $436, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.

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Why so many cars use 195/65R15, and why that helps you

Fifteen-inch wheels and a tall 65-series sidewall were the default on compact cars for two decades because they are inexpensive to make, ride softly over broken pavement and shrug off potholes that bend a low-profile wheel. That is why the base Corolla, Civic, Jetta and Elantra all came on this size while their sport trims went to 16- and 17-inch wheels. For you the volume means two things: the price spread is wider than in almost any other size, with a third of the tires in stock at $76.96 or less, and the mid-range brands compete here on treadwear, so a 65,000 to 75,000-mile warranty is normal rather than premium.

The placard on these cars usually asks for a 91 load index and an H or T speed rating. An H-rated tire is a safe default: it covers every car on this list, including the Porsche 944 and 911 Carrera 3.2 that used 15-inch wheels, and H and T versions of the same model often cost the same.

Prius owners: mind the rolling resistance

Toyota fits the Prius with low-rolling-resistance tires from the factory, and the car's fuel economy figures assume them. A conventional touring tire in 195/65R15 will fit and drive fine, but most owners who switch report a drop of a few miles per gallon. If you drive a Prius, look for a tire the manufacturer markets as low rolling resistance or fuel-saving; if you drive a Corolla or Civic, the difference is small enough that treadwear and wet grip should decide.

Whatever the car, keep to the same size on all four corners and check the date code on the sidewall when the tires arrive: budget tires in high-volume sizes sometimes sit in a warehouse for a couple of years before they are sold, and a tire older than about six years is past its best regardless of tread depth.

What the numbers on the sidewall mean

A 195/65R15 tire is 195 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 65 percent of that (about 5.0 inches tall), and it mounts on a 15-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 25 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 91H on the Kelly Edge Touring Plus and General AltiMAX RT45 (1,356 lb per tire, rated to 130 mph) and 89H on the Continental ContiProContact (1,279 lb per tire, rated to 130 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.

Kelly Edge, $97.96. Our budget pick: the lowest-priced tire in this size with a specification sheet we could actually check. An all-season tire with a 55,000-mile tread life warranty. The published UTQG grade is 500 A B in a representative size: a treadwear number of 500 is typical for this type of tire. A set of four comes to $391.84 before mounting.

General AltiMAX RT45, $114.99. The mid-range pick, and the default for most drivers of the vehicles listed on this page. An all-season tire with a 75,000-mile tread life warranty (75,000 mi for T and H speed ratings; 65,000 mi for V). The published UTQG grade is 600 A B in a representative size: a treadwear number of 600 is typical for this type of tire. It does not carry the 3PMSF symbol; in the snow belt treat it as a three-season tire or look at the all-weather options. A set of four comes to $459.96 before mounting.

Continental ContiProContact, $122.08. The premium pick, for the owner who keeps the vehicle a long time and drives it a lot. An all-season tire with a 60,000-mile tread life warranty (80,000 mi for S and T speed ratings; 60,000 mi for H; 40,000 mi for V and W). The published UTQG grade is 400 AA A in a representative size: a treadwear number of 400 is on the soft side, which usually means more grip and shorter life. It does not carry the 3PMSF symbol; in the snow belt treat it as a three-season tire or look at the all-weather options. A set of four comes to $488.32 before mounting.

What 195/65R15 tires cost across the whole range

Of the 323 tires listed in this size, 245 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Rockblade Multifresh at $56.99, a 91H tire. The median is $88.96; a third of the tires cost $76.96 or less, and the top five percent start above $156.99. 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 General AltiMAX RT45, our mid-range pick here at $114.99, is also stocked in 205/55R16 ($128.99), 215/60R15 ($125.99), 215/50R17 ($162.99) and 205/60R15 ($115.99). The Continental ContiProContact, our premium pick here at $122.08, is also stocked in 205/55R16 ($142.24), 235/40R18 ($179.20), 205/65R16 ($171.99) and 225/50R17 ($187.99). 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 General AltiMAX RT45 and Continental ContiProContact, carries the 3PMSF symbol; for that, look at the all-weather and winter tires.

Vehicles that came with 195/65R15

• Toyota Corolla (2003-2019, L/LE)
• Honda Civic (2006-2015, DX/LX)
• Toyota Prius (2016-2022)
• Volkswagen Jetta (2011-2018, S)
• Hyundai Elantra (2007-2016, GLS/SE)
• Kia Forte (2010-2013, LX)
• Mazda3 (2004-2009, i)
• Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 (1984-1989, 15 in front alternative)
• Porsche 944 (1983-1989, base)

Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 205/55R16, 195/60R15 or 215/45R17 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.

Which type of 195/65R15 tire?

Frequently asked questions

How much do 195/65R15 tires cost?

Expect $57–$77 per tire for a budget brand, $77–$109 for a mid-range tire like the General AltiMAX RT45, and $109–$157 for a premium tire like the Continental ContiProContact. A set of four therefore starts at about $228. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.

What vehicles use 195/65R15 tires?

195/65R15 is original equipment on Toyota Corolla (2003-2019, L/LE), Honda Civic (2006-2015, DX/LX), Toyota Prius (2016-2022), Volkswagen Jetta (2011-2018, S), Hyundai Elantra (2007-2016, GLS/SE), Kia Forte (2010-2013, LX), Mazda3 (2004-2009, i), Porsche 911 Carrera 3.2 (1984-1989, 15 in front alternative) and Porsche 944 (1983-1989, base), 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 195/65R15 tire?

For most drivers our mid-range pick, the General AltiMAX RT45, 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 Continental ContiProContact is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Kelly Edge Touring Plus is a sound choice.

Can I replace just one or two 195/65R15 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.