2001 Mazda Miata Tire Size

The original tire size for your 2001 Mazda Miata is listed below. Tap on the box to view a color-coded explanation of the best Mazda Miata tire size.

205/45R16 83W

Simplified Size:  205-45-16

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2001 Mazda Miata is 205/45R16 83W.  A color-coded explanation of the 2001 Mazda Miata's tire size is shown below.

205

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 205 millimeters.

16

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels 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 1071 pounds (487 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

45

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 45%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 45% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 92 millimeters.

R

This letter denotes how your tire was constructed.  Radial is the standard construction method for about 99% of all tires sold today.

RRadial
BBias Belt
DDiagonal
W

This tire has a speed rating of W, which means 167 mph (270 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.