Tire Size for 2002 Mazda Mx-5

2002 Mazda Mx-5 Tire Sizes

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2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata

Original Tire Size (Show Details)

195/50R15 82V

195	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 195 millimeters.
50	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 50%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 50% of the width.
R	This letter indicates how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 98% of all tires sold today. R = Radial B = Bias Belt D = Diagonal
15	The tire size was designed to fit rims that are 15 inches in diameter.
82	This tire has a load index of 82, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1047 pounds (475 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
V	This tire has a speed rating of V, which means 149 mph (240 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Alternate Tire Size (Show Details)

205/45R16 83W

205	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 205 millimeters.
45	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 45%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 45% of the width.
R	This letter indicates how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 98% of all tires sold today. R = Radial B = Bias Belt D = Diagonal
16	The tire size was designed to fit rims that are 16 inches in diameter.
83	This tire has a load index of 83, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1074 pounds (487 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
W	This tire has a speed rating of W, which means 168 mph (270 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.

2002 Mazda MX-5 Miata LS

Original Tire Size (Show Details)

205/45R16 83W

205	This number indicates that your tire has a width of 205 millimeters.
45	This number indicates that your tire has an aspect ratio of 45%. This means that your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 45% of the width.
R	This letter indicates how your tire was constructed. Radial is the standard construction method for about 98% of all tires sold today. R = Radial B = Bias Belt D = Diagonal
16	The tire size was designed to fit rims that are 16 inches in diameter.
83	This tire has a load index of 83, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1074 pounds (487 kg) or less. A higher number means the tire can carry more weight. A lower number means the opposite.
W	This tire has a speed rating of W, which means 168 mph (270 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes. A higher speed becomes dangerous.