2023 Honda Civic: the quick answer
The 2023 Honda Civic ships with 215/55R16 tires on the base trim — that's an overall diameter of 25.3″. The 215 mm width and 55% sidewall ratio give you 118.3 mm of sidewall cushion between the rim and the road.
Tire fitment
2023 Honda Civic tire size
The 2023 Honda Civic base tire size is 215/55R16 — 215 mm wide with a 55% aspect ratio on 16″ rims. 4 OEM sizes are available across trims.
2023 Honda Civic
215/55R1625.3″ overall diameter · 118.3 mm sidewall · ~797 rev/mi
| Trim | Tire size | Rim | Diameter | vs Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX ★ | 215/55R16 | 7×16″ | 25.3″ (642.9 mm) | — |
| EX | 215/50R17 | 7×17″ | 25.5″ (646.8 mm) | +0.61% |
| Sport/Si | 235/40R18 | 8×18″ | 25.4″ (645.2 mm) | +0.36% |
| Type R | 265/30R19 | 9.5×19″ | 25.3″ (641.6 mm) | -0.2% |
Before you buy tires
Match the load index and speed rating from your door-jamb placard — not just the size. If you're switching sizes, keep the overall diameter within ~3% to avoid speedometer error and potential ABS/traction-control issues.
Factory fitment for the 2023 Honda Civic; verify against your door-jamb placard or owner's manual.
FAQ
What tire size does the 2023 Honda Civic use?
The base 2023 Honda Civic uses 215/55R16 tires — 215 mm wide, 55% aspect ratio, on 16-inch rims. The overall diameter is 25.3″ (642.9 mm). Higher trims use different sizes — see the table above. Confirm against your door-jamb placard.
Can I use a different tire size on my 2023 Civic?
Yes, within limits. Keep the overall diameter within about 3% of 25.3″ to avoid speedometer error and clearance issues. A wider tire may improve grip, but match the load and speed ratings your Civic requires.
What is the overall diameter of 215/55R16 tires?
215/55R16 tires have an overall diameter of 25.3″ (642.9 mm), with a 118.3 mm sidewall height. That's about 797 revolutions per mile.
The 2023 Honda Civic tire sizes shown are OEM factory fitments. Confirm your exact tire size, load rating, and speed rating against the door-jamb placard or owner's manual before buying tires.