2016 Ford Mustang Tire Size

Your Ford was manufactured with different tire sizes.  To determine the best tire size for your specific 2016 Ford Mustang, we first need to determine your rim size.  Please review the information below.

How to Determine Rim Size

Check your existing tires.  Your Ford Mustang's rim size is the number to the right of the R.  In the example pictured here, the tire size fits 16-inch rims.

Rim Size Selection

Now that you know your rim size, make a selection below to filter your results.

17-Inch Rims

2016 Ford Mustang

 

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is listed below. Tap on the box to view a color-coded explanation of your Ford Mustang's' tire size.

Trim Options:

V6

235/55R17 99H

Simplified Size:  235-55-17

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 235/55R17 99H.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

235

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 235 millimeters.

17

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 17 inches in diameter.

99

This tire has a load index of 99, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1705 pounds (775 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

55

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 55%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 55% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 129 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
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H

This tire has a speed rating of H, which means 130 mph (210 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

18-Inch Rims

2016 Ford Mustang

 

There are multiple tire sizes for your 2016 Ford Mustang that depend upon the trim level.  Look for your trim level below to get a color-coded explanation of your tire size.  Then pick the best tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang.

Trim Options:

EcoBoostEcoBoost PremiumGTGT PremiumV6

235/50R18 97W

Simplified Size:  235-50-18

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 235/50R18 97W.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

235

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 235 millimeters.

18

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 18 inches in diameter.

97

This tire has a load index of 97, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1606 pounds (730 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

50

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 50%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 50% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 117 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.

Trim Options:

V6

P235/50ZR18 97W

Simplified Size:  235-50-18

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is P235/50ZR18 97W.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

P

This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.

PPassenger Vehicle
LTLight Truck
CCommercial Vehicle
235

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 235 millimeters.

18

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 18 inches in diameter.

97

This tire has a load index of 97, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1606 pounds (730 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

50

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 50%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 50% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 117 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.

19-Inch Rims

2016 Ford Mustang

 

There are multiple tire sizes for your 2016 Ford Mustang that depend upon the trim level.  Look for your trim level below to get a color-coded explanation of your tire size.  Then pick the best tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang.

Trim Options:

EcoBoost PremiumGTGT Premium

255/40ZR19 96W

Simplified Size:  255-40-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 255/40ZR19 96W.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

255

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 255 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

96

This tire has a load index of 96, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1562 pounds (710 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

40

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 102 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.

Trim Options:

EcoBoostEcoBoost Premium

255/40ZR19 96Y

Simplified Size:  255-40-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 255/40ZR19 96Y.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

255

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 255 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

96

This tire has a load index of 96, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1562 pounds (710 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

40

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 102 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

GTGT Premium

275/40ZR19 101Y(Rear)

Simplified Size:  255-40-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 255/40ZR19 96Y (Front).  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

275

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 275 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

101

This tire has a load index of 101, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1815 pounds (825 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

40

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 110 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

GTGT Premium

255/40ZR19 96Y(Front)

Simplified Size:  275-40-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 255/40ZR19 96Y (Front).  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

255

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 255 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

96

This tire has a load index of 96, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1562 pounds (710 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

40

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 102 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

Shelby GT350

305/35ZR19 (102Y)(Rear)

Simplified Size:  295-35-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 295/35ZR19 100(Y) (Front).  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

305

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 305 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

102

This tire has a load index of 102, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1870 pounds (850 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

35

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 35%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 35% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 106 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

Shelby GT350

295/35ZR19 (100Y)(Front)

Simplified Size:  305-35-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 295/35ZR19 100(Y) (Front).  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

295

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 295 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

100

This tire has a load index of 100, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1760 pounds (800 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

35

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 35%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 35% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 103 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

Shelby GT350R

315/30ZR19 (100Y)(Rear)

Simplified Size:  305-30-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 305/30ZR19 98(Y) (Front).  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

315

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 315 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

100

This tire has a load index of 100, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1760 pounds (800 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

30

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 30%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 30% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 94 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

Shelby GT350R

305/30ZR19 (98Y)(Front)

Simplified Size:  315-30-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 305/30ZR19 98(Y) (Front).  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

305

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 305 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

98

This tire has a load index of 98, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1650 pounds (750 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

30

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 30%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 30% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 91 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.

Trim Options:

EcoBoost

P255/40R19 96W

Simplified Size:  255-40-19

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is P255/40R19 96W.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

P

This letter denotes the intended use of the tire.

PPassenger Vehicle
LTLight Truck
CCommercial Vehicle
255

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 255 millimeters.

19

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 19 inches in diameter.

96

This tire has a load index of 96, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1562 pounds (710 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

40

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 40%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 40% of the width.  In this case, the sidewall height works out to be 102 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.

20-Inch Rims

2016 Ford Mustang

 

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is listed below. Tap on the box to view a color-coded explanation of your Ford Mustang's' tire size.

Trim Options:

EcoBoost PremiumGT Premium

265/35ZR20/XL 99Y

Simplified Size:  265-35-20

Simplified size is useful for shopping and buying tires.

The original tire size for your 2016 Ford Mustang is 265/35ZR20/XL 99Y.  A color-coded explanation of the 2016 Ford Mustang's tire size is shown below.

265

This number indicates that your tire has a width of 265 millimeters.

20

The tire size was designed to fit rims or wheels that are 20 inches in diameter.

XL

The mark of XL means extra load.  A tire with this designation can handle higher inflation pressures than a regular tire, which increases its maximum load.

99

This tire has a load index of 99, which means it's capable of carrying a load of 1705 pounds (775 kg) or less.  A higher number means the tire can carry more weight.  A lower number means the opposite.

Z

This tire has a speed class of Z, which means it's part of an elite speed class of 149 mph or more (240 km/h).  A tire's speed class is less specific than the speed rating.

35

This number means that your tire has an aspect ratio of 35%.  In other words, your tire's sidewall height (from the edge of the rim to the tire's tread) is 35% 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
Y

This tire has a speed rating of Y, which means 186 mph (300 km/h) is the maximum speed that can be sustained for 10 minutes.  A higher speed becomes dangerous.