215/55R16 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 215/55R16, a common size on sedans. It fits the Ford Focus, Volkswagen Passat, Volvo S40 and more.
Yes, this fits your Ford Focus. 215/55R16 is the original size on the 2012-2018 Ford Focus.
The sticker inside the driver's door is still the final word, because trim and wheel package can change the size. Back to every Ford Focus size.
What 215/55R16 tires cost
Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Listed as Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport 215/55R16 97H All Season Passenger Tires
General AltiMAX RT45
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Listed as General AltiMAX RT45 215/55R16 97H All Season Passenger Tires
Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 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 Assurance MaxLife 2 215/55R16 97V Touring Passenger Tires
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $356 to $544, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
Cheapest 215/55R16 right now
Matrax Camarga 215/55ZR16 97W Performance Passenger Tires
$68.99per tire $137.98 for 2 tires · $275.96 for 4
222 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 215/55R16 size
Focus SE 2012-2018 size, H or V. Good touring selection and a well-stocked winter size.
What the numbers on the sidewall mean
A 215/55R16 tire is 215 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 55 percent of that (about 4.7 inches tall), and it mounts on a 16-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 97H on the Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport and General AltiMAX RT45 (1,609 lb per tire, rated to 130 mph) and 97V on the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 2 (1,609 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.
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.
| Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport | General AltiMAX RT45 | Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per tire (Nov 13, 2026) | $106.96 | $142.99 | $167.99 |
| Set of four | $427.84 | $571.96 | $671.96 |
| Service description in 215/55R16 | 97H | 97H | 97V |
| Mileage warranty | 70,000 mi for H, V and W speed ratings; 80,000 mi for T | 75,000 mi for T and H speed ratings; 65,000 mi for V | see listing |
| UTQG treadwear / traction / temperature | varies by size, see the retailer's listing | 600 A B (typical, varies by size) | see listing |
| Season | All-season | All-season | see listing |
| Extras | 30-day ride guarantee, road hazard program | — | — |
What 215/55R16 tires cost across the whole range
Of the 294 tires listed in this size, 222 are in stock today. The median is $108.47; a third of the tires cost $88.99 or less, and the top five percent start above $182.99. 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 Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport, our budget pick here at $106.96, is also stocked in 215/70R16 ($108.99), 235/70R16 ($120.96), 215/50R17 ($122.99) and 215/65R17 ($122.99). The General AltiMAX RT45, our mid-range pick here at $142.99, is also stocked in 215/60R16 ($129.99), 195/50R16 ($142.99), 205/55R16 ($128.99) and 205/60R16 ($124.99). The Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 2, our premium pick here at $167.99, is also stocked in 235/65R18 ($208.96) and 265/45R21 ($417.99). 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 sedan in this size
Most sedans in this size are front-wheel drive, and that decides what the snow laws ask of the tires. On the 126 miles of I-70 between Dotsero and Morrison, Colorado's Passenger Vehicle Traction Law runs from September 1 to May 31: a two-wheel-drive car needs 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. The touring all-seasons that dominate this size are almost all M+S rated. An all-wheel-drive sedan passes on the vehicle alone, but all-wheel drive only helps you accelerate; braking and cornering on snow come entirely from the tire, so an all-weather tire with the 3PMSF symbol is the better year-round answer in the snow belt.
None of our picks in this size, the General AltiMAX RT45, carries the 3PMSF symbol; for that, look at the all-weather and winter tires.
Vehicles that use 215/55R16
- Ford Focus (2012-2018, SE)
- Volkswagen Passat (2006-2010, base)
- Volvo S40 (2004-2011, T5 upsize alternative)
Other years and wheel packages of the same models came on 215/60R16 instead, so read the placard inside the driver's door before you order.
Which type of 215/55R16 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 215/55R16 tires cost?
Expect $69–$89 per tire for a budget brand, $89–$136 for a mid-range tire like the General AltiMAX RT45, and $136–$183 for a premium tire like the Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 2. A set of four therefore starts at about $276. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 215/55R16 tires?
215/55R16 is original equipment on Ford Focus (2012-2018, SE), Volkswagen Passat (2006-2010, base) and Volvo S40 (2004-2011, T5 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 215/55R16 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 Goodyear Assurance MaxLife 2 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 215/55R16 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.