205/70R14 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 205/70R14, a common size on performance cars. It fits the Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang GT, Chevrolet Nova and more.
Yes, this fits your Mercedes-Benz 450SL. 205/70R14 is the original size on the 1972-1980 Mercedes-Benz 450SL.
The sticker inside the driver's door is still the final word, because trim and wheel package can change the size. Back to every Mercedes-Benz 450SL size.
What 205/70R14 tires cost
Westlake RP18
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Listed as Westlake RP18 205/70R14 95T All Season Passenger Tires
General Altimax RT43
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Listed as General Altimax RT43 205/70R14 95T All Season Passenger Tires
BFGoodrich Radial T/A
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 BFGoodrich Radial T/A 205/70R14 93S All Season Passenger Tires
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $304 to $340, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 205/70R14 right now
Lionhart Ramani A/S 205/70R14 98H All Season Passenger Tires
$65.06per tire $130.12 for 2 tires · $260.24 for 4
29 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 205/70R14 size
The general-purpose replacement for E70-14 and 6.95-14 bias-ply, and the accepted radial for cars whose tag says 195/75R14: 205/70R14 is 25.3 in tall against 25.5 in for an E70-14, so the speedometer stays honest. This is the base-model muscle car and 1970s personal-luxury size, where 215/70R14 is the SS/Mach 1 step up. You can buy it three ways: a modern blackwall all-season (cheapest, T-rated), the Cooper Cobra or BFG Radial T/A with raised white letters, or a narrow whitewall from Coker's American Classic line. True bias-ply E70-14 reproductions are available from Coker and Firestone if the car is judged, but they tramline and wander.
What the numbers on the sidewall mean
A 205/70R14 tire is 205 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 70 percent of that (about 5.6 inches tall), and it mounts on a 14-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 25.3 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 95T on the Westlake RP18 and General Altimax RT43 (1,521 lb per tire, rated to 118 mph) and 93S on the BFGoodrich Radial T/A (1,433 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.
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 | General Altimax RT43 | BFGoodrich Radial T/A | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per tire (Nov 13, 2026) | $64.96 | $109.98 | $192.99 |
| Set of four | $259.84 | $439.92 | $771.96 |
| Service description in 205/70R14 | 95T | 95T | 93S |
| Mileage warranty | 45,000 mi | see listing | no mileage warranty; 6-year workmanship and materials warranty |
| UTQG treadwear / traction / temperature | 500 A A (typical, varies by size) | see listing | 400 A B (typical, varies by size) |
| Season | All-season | see listing | All-season performance |
| Extras | — | — | Raised white lettering |
What 205/70R14 tires cost across the whole range
Of the 43 tires listed in this size, 29 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Lionhart Ramani A/S at $65.06, a 98H tire. The median is $82.96; a third of the tires cost $75.96 or less, and the top five percent start above $126.06. 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 Westlake RP18, our budget pick here at $64.96, is also stocked in 215/60R16 ($76.96), 175/70R14 ($53.99), 185/60R14 ($57.99) and 195/70R14 ($67.96). The General Altimax RT43, our mid-range pick here at $109.98, is also stocked in 215/65R15 ($121.96), 225/60R15 ($136.96) and 185/65R14 ($81.40). The BFGoodrich Radial T/A, our premium pick here at $192.99, is also stocked in 215/65R15 ($212.99), 225/60R15 ($219.99), 245/60R15 ($234.99) and 275/60R15 ($244.99). 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.
Vehicles that use 205/70R14
- Ford Mustang (1965-1970, base/6-cylinder)
- Ford Mustang GT (1982-1984, 14 in)
- Chevrolet Nova (1968-1979)
- Dodge Dart (1967-1976)
- Plymouth Duster (1970-1976)
- Pontiac Firebird (1970-1976, base)
- Chevrolet Camaro (1970-1977, base)
- Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme (1978-1987, G-body)
- Mercedes-Benz 450SL (1972-1980, R107)
- Mercedes-Benz 380SL (1981-1985, R107)
Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 215/60R16, 235/50R18 or 255/40R19 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.
Which type of 205/70R14 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.
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 205/70R14 tires cost?
Expect $65–$76 per tire for a budget brand, $76–$85 for a mid-range tire like the General Altimax RT43, and $85–$126 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. A set of four therefore starts at about $260. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 205/70R14 tires?
205/70R14 is original equipment on Ford Mustang (1965-1970, base/6-cylinder), Ford Mustang GT (1982-1984, 14 in), Chevrolet Nova (1968-1979), Dodge Dart (1967-1976), Plymouth Duster (1970-1976), Pontiac Firebird (1970-1976, base), Chevrolet Camaro (1970-1977, base), Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme (1978-1987, G-body), Mercedes-Benz 450SL (1972-1980, R107) and Mercedes-Benz 380SL (1981-1985, R107), 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 205/70R14 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the General Altimax RT43, 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 BFGoodrich Radial T/A is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Westlake RP18 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 205/70R14 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.