Find the Best 195/65R15 Tires for Your Vehicle

This size is common on compact cars and economy sedans including Honda Civic, Toyota Corolla, Nissan Sentra, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, and Mazda3. Some entry-level crossovers and older mid-size sedans also use this size.

195 is the tread width in millimeters, 65 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height is 65% of width or 127mm), R indicates radial construction, and 15 is the wheel diameter in inches.

Price range varies by quality: budget tires $60-80 each, mid-range $80-120 each, premium brands $120-180 each. Installation and balancing typically add $20-30 per tire.

Load indexes typically range from 91-95, corresponding to weight capacities of 1,356-1,521 pounds per tire. Most passenger car applications use load index 91 (1,356 lbs).

Yes, this size has excellent winter tire availability from major brands like Bridgestone Blizzak, Michelin X-Ice, Continental WinterContact, and Nokian Hakkapeliitta, making it easy to find dedicated snow tires.

Rotate every 5,000-7,500 miles using a forward cross pattern for front-wheel drive vehicles or X-pattern for all-wheel drive. The taller sidewall can show irregular wear if rotation is neglected.

The 65% aspect ratio provides good ride comfort and pothole protection due to the taller sidewall, though with some sacrifice in precise handling response compared to lower-profile tires. Road noise is generally well-controlled.