Hi everyone,

I'm the proud new owner of a 2004 Lexus ES 330 and I want to have just a slightly taller tire.

Looks like the factory size is 215/60R16 on the car and I'm curious if I could fit a 215/65R16 on the car without rubbing or hitting anything when turning.

Has anyone tried this size tire?

Thank you for the help!

 

Never tried but it will fit, however your speedometer will be slightly off. I don't believe there's any measurable benefit switching, unless there's a compelling price difference!
Check this out;
https://www.tacomaworld.com/tirecalc...5r16-215-60r16

 

Thank you! I knew the speedo would change but I can't imagine it will hurt much. Currently I notice the speedo is 2-3 mph higher than actual speed according to the various GPS apps I've used. My Nissan and Ford I had were both dead on speedo with GPS speed so this might make it more accurate even at 75mph.

It is price, the place I was going to get my tires was offering a $10 cheaper price per tire for the 215/65R16 instead of the 215/60R16

 

I would not put that size tire on this car.

I have a Volvo that came stock with 215/65-16 - it was a specific compromise to enhance the off-road ability (Cross Country model) vs. the tire size on the regular model (V70). The taller relative sidewall is a real negative on pavement. In fact, I run 225/60-16 even with the snow tires to try to get a better handling/riding characteristic (it works). Next summer I'm going to a 225/55-17 for summer tires/rims to further help the handling and ride. Unless you are towing with the car a lot, doing hill climbs, etc., I'd avoid taller tires on it. The $40 savings is outweighed by the reduced handling, ride quality, and slightly reduced mileage you will get.