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Dodge magnum tire upsize & plus-size guide

Every safe upsize, plus-size, wider, and winter-narrower option for the Dodge Magnum; covering all 3 of its factory tire sizes, each inside the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance, with speedometer impact and catalog availability per size.

By Mark Bishop · Last verified 2026-05-17 · Dodge Magnum fitment specs

This guide takes the factory tire sizes of the Dodge Magnum and shows every geometrically valid alternative; the plus-sizes that fill the wheel arch, the wider sizes that add grip, and the narrower winter sizes that bite through snow. All math is derived from the ±3% ETRTO safe-fit rule, not scraped listings.

215/65R17; factory fitment (2004–2009)

Overall diameter 711.3 mm (28.00 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
195/65R18 711 -0.08% 59.95 mph Safe -
215/60R18 715 0.55% 60.33 mph Safe -
235/55R18 716 0.62% 60.37 mph Safe Yes
185/70R18 716 0.69% 60.41 mph Safe -
225/55R18 705 -0.93% 59.44 mph Safe -
205/60R18 703 -1.14% 59.32 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R18 702 -1.28% 59.23 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R18 724 1.74% 61.05 mph Within tolerance -
185/65R18 698 -1.91% 58.85 mph Within tolerance -
245/55R18 727 2.17% 61.30 mph Within tolerance -
225/60R18 727 2.24% 61.34 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R18 694 -2.47% 58.52 mph Within tolerance -
195/70R18 730 2.66% 61.59 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R18 692 -2.69% 58.39 mph Within tolerance -
195/60R18 691 -2.83% 58.30 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
205/55R19 708 -0.45% 59.73 mph Safe -
225/50R19 708 -0.52% 59.69 mph Safe -
195/60R19 717 0.75% 60.45 mph Safe -
235/50R19 718 0.89% 60.53 mph Safe -
185/60R19 705 -0.94% 59.43 mph Safe -
215/55R19 719 1.10% 60.66 mph Within tolerance -
245/45R19 703 -1.15% 59.31 mph Within tolerance Yes
185/65R19 723 1.66% 61.00 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R19 698 -1.93% 58.84 mph Within tolerance -
195/55R19 697 -2.00% 58.80 mph Within tolerance -
245/50R19 728 2.29% 61.37 mph Within tolerance -
235/45R19 694 -2.42% 58.55 mph Within tolerance -
205/60R19 729 2.43% 61.46 mph Within tolerance -
225/55R19 730 2.64% 61.59 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
235/60R17 714 0.35% 60.21 mph Safe -
225/60R17 702 -1.34% 59.20 mph Within tolerance Yes
245/55R17 701 -1.41% 59.16 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R17 724 1.83% 61.10 mph Within tolerance Yes
245/60R17 726 2.04% 61.22 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R17 690 -2.95% 58.23 mph Within tolerance Yes

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
185/75R17 709 -0.28% 59.83 mph Safe -
205/75R16 714 0.37% 60.22 mph Safe -
195/70R17 705 -0.91% 59.45 mph Safe -
195/80R16 718 1.00% 60.60 mph Safe -
205/70R17 719 1.05% 60.63 mph Within tolerance -
185/80R16 702 -1.25% 59.25 mph Within tolerance -
185/85R16 721 1.35% 60.81 mph Within tolerance -
195/75R16 699 -1.74% 58.95 mph Within tolerance -
195/75R17 724 1.83% 61.10 mph Within tolerance -
205/65R17 698 -1.83% 58.90 mph Within tolerance -
185/80R17 728 2.32% 61.39 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R16 693 -2.52% 58.49 mph Within tolerance -
185/70R17 691 -2.88% 58.27 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
235/65R16 712 0.08% 60.05 mph Safe -
195/85R15 713 0.17% 60.10 mph Safe -
235/70R15 710 -0.18% 59.89 mph Safe -
205/80R15 709 -0.32% 59.81 mph Safe -
215/70R16 707 -0.55% 59.67 mph Safe -
225/75R15 719 1.01% 60.61 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R15 704 -1.10% 59.34 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R16 721 1.42% 60.85 mph Within tolerance -
245/60R16 700 -1.53% 59.08 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R15 700 -1.66% 59.00 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R16 699 -1.74% 58.95 mph Within tolerance Yes
245/70R15 724 1.79% 61.07 mph Within tolerance -
245/65R16 725 1.91% 61.15 mph Within tolerance -
215/80R15 725 1.93% 61.16 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R15 696 -2.15% 58.71 mph Within tolerance -
185/85R15 696 -2.22% 58.67 mph Within tolerance -
215/75R16 729 2.47% 61.48 mph Within tolerance -
205/85R15 730 2.56% 61.54 mph Within tolerance -
195/80R15 693 -2.57% 58.46 mph Within tolerance -

225/60R18; factory fitment (2005–2008)

Overall diameter 727.2 mm (28.63 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/50R19 728 0.06% 60.03 mph Safe -
205/60R19 729 0.19% 60.12 mph Safe -
225/55R19 730 0.40% 60.24 mph Safe -
215/55R19 719 -1.11% 59.33 mph Within tolerance -
195/65R19 736 1.22% 60.73 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R19 718 -1.32% 59.21 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R19 738 1.43% 60.86 mph Within tolerance -
195/60R19 717 -1.46% 59.13 mph Within tolerance -
215/60R19 741 1.84% 61.11 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R19 741 1.91% 61.15 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R19 712 -2.08% 58.75 mph Within tolerance -
205/55R19 708 -2.63% 58.42 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R19 708 -2.70% 58.38 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/45R20 729 0.18% 60.11 mph Safe -
215/50R20 723 -0.58% 59.65 mph Safe -
195/55R20 723 -0.65% 59.61 mph Safe -
225/50R20 733 0.80% 60.48 mph Safe -
205/55R20 734 0.87% 60.52 mph Safe -
235/45R20 720 -1.06% 59.36 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R20 738 1.42% 60.85 mph Within tolerance Yes
205/50R20 713 -1.95% 58.83 mph Within tolerance -
195/60R20 742 2.04% 61.22 mph Within tolerance -
255/40R20 712 -2.09% 58.75 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R20 743 2.17% 61.30 mph Within tolerance -
225/45R20 711 -2.30% 58.62 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R20 745 2.38% 61.43 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/55R18 727 -0.07% 59.96 mph Safe -
255/55R18 738 1.44% 60.87 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R18 716 -1.58% 59.05 mph Within tolerance Yes
235/60R18 739 1.65% 60.99 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R18 712 -2.06% 58.76 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
195/75R17 724 -0.40% 59.76 mph Safe -
195/70R18 730 0.41% 60.25 mph Safe -
205/65R18 724 -0.48% 59.71 mph Safe -
215/70R17 733 0.77% 60.46 mph Safe -
205/70R17 719 -1.16% 59.31 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R18 737 1.31% 60.78 mph Within tolerance -
215/60R18 715 -1.65% 59.01 mph Within tolerance -
205/75R17 739 1.66% 61.00 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R17 711 -2.19% 58.69 mph Within tolerance -
195/65R18 711 -2.27% 58.64 mph Within tolerance -
195/80R17 744 2.28% 61.37 mph Within tolerance -
205/70R18 744 2.34% 61.40 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/60R17 726 -0.19% 59.88 mph Safe -
215/75R16 729 0.23% 60.14 mph Safe -
245/65R16 725 -0.32% 59.81 mph Safe -
225/65R17 724 -0.40% 59.76 mph Safe Yes
225/70R16 721 -0.80% 59.52 mph Safe -
205/80R16 734 0.99% 60.59 mph Safe -
235/70R16 735 1.13% 60.68 mph Within tolerance -
195/80R16 718 -1.21% 59.27 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R17 737 1.39% 60.83 mph Within tolerance Yes
255/60R17 738 1.46% 60.87 mph Within tolerance -
255/65R16 738 1.47% 60.88 mph Within tolerance -
205/75R16 714 -1.83% 58.90 mph Within tolerance -
235/60R17 714 -1.84% 58.89 mph Within tolerance -
255/60R16 712 -2.04% 58.78 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R17 712 -2.05% 58.77 mph Within tolerance -
235/65R16 712 -2.10% 58.74 mph Within tolerance -
225/75R16 744 2.30% 61.38 mph Within tolerance -
225/70R17 747 2.70% 61.62 mph Within tolerance -
215/70R16 707 -2.72% 58.37 mph Within tolerance -

245/45R20; factory fitment (2006–2008)

Overall diameter 728.5 mm (28.68 in). Alternatives below are grouped by upgrade intent; every one is inside the ±3% safe-fit envelope for this size.

Plus-1 (next rim size up)

Plus-1 keeps overall diameter constant while bumping rim diameter by one inch and dropping aspect ratio by ten points. The standard daily-driver upgrade; sharper steering response, mild ride penalty, modest tire-cost premium.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/40R21 729 0.12% 60.07 mph Safe -
215/45R21 727 -0.22% 59.87 mph Safe -
275/35R21 726 -0.36% 59.79 mph Safe -
235/40R21 721 -0.97% 59.42 mph Safe -
225/45R21 736 1.02% 60.61 mph Within tolerance -
255/40R21 737 1.22% 60.73 mph Within tolerance -
265/35R21 719 -1.32% 59.21 mph Within tolerance -
225/40R21 713 -2.07% 58.76 mph Within tolerance -
235/45R21 745 2.25% 61.35 mph Within tolerance -
255/35R21 712 -2.28% 58.63 mph Within tolerance -
265/40R21 745 2.32% 61.39 mph Within tolerance -
215/50R21 748 2.73% 61.64 mph Within tolerance -

Plus-2 (two rim sizes up)

Plus-2 lifts rim diameter by two inches with a twenty-point aspect drop. Noticeable ride penalty, higher pothole risk, and a meaningful tire-cost premium. Suitable for performance trims and aesthetic upgrades.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/35R22 730 0.25% 60.15 mph Safe -
215/40R22 731 0.32% 60.19 mph Safe -
275/30R22 724 -0.65% 59.61 mph Safe -
235/35R22 723 -0.71% 59.57 mph Safe -
255/35R22 737 1.21% 60.72 mph Within tolerance -
225/40R22 739 1.41% 60.85 mph Within tolerance -
265/30R22 718 -1.47% 59.12 mph Within tolerance -
225/35R22 716 -1.67% 59.00 mph Within tolerance -
265/35R22 744 2.17% 61.30 mph Within tolerance -
255/30R22 712 -2.29% 58.62 mph Within tolerance -
235/40R22 747 2.51% 61.51 mph Within tolerance -
215/35R22 709 -2.64% 58.42 mph Within tolerance -

Same rim, wider footprint

Same rim diameter as your OEM, just a wider footprint. Increases grip and footprint contact at the cost of fuel economy and steering effort. Confirm fender clearance at full lock before purchase.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
275/40R20 728 -0.07% 59.96 mph Safe Yes
265/40R20 720 -1.17% 59.30 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R20 738 1.24% 60.74 mph Within tolerance Yes
255/40R20 712 -2.26% 58.64 mph Within tolerance -
265/45R20 747 2.47% 61.48 mph Within tolerance -

Winter / narrower contact

Narrower than OEM, aspect ratio raised to preserve overall diameter. Higher contact pressure improves snow and slush bite; the Nokian-style rule of one width step down for winter on the same overall diameter.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
225/55R19 730 0.22% 60.13 mph Safe -
225/50R20 733 0.62% 60.37 mph Safe -
215/50R20 723 -0.75% 59.55 mph Safe -
235/45R20 720 -1.24% 59.26 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R19 719 -1.29% 59.23 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R19 718 -1.50% 59.10 mph Within tolerance -
215/60R19 741 1.66% 61.00 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R19 741 1.73% 61.04 mph Within tolerance -
235/50R20 743 1.99% 61.19 mph Within tolerance -
215/55R20 745 2.20% 61.32 mph Within tolerance -
225/45R20 711 -2.47% 58.52 mph Within tolerance -
225/50R19 708 -2.87% 58.28 mph Within tolerance -

Other geometric alternatives

Geometrically valid alternatives that don't fit a named category. Often combinations of rim and aspect change that happen to land in tolerance.

SizeOD (mm)True @ 60 mphVerdictIn catalog
245/50R19 728 -0.12% 59.93 mph Safe -
225/60R18 727 -0.18% 59.89 mph Safe -
275/45R19 730 0.22% 60.13 mph Safe -
245/55R18 727 -0.25% 59.85 mph Safe -
275/50R18 732 0.51% 60.30 mph Safe -
265/50R18 722 -0.86% 59.48 mph Safe -
265/45R19 721 -1.02% 59.39 mph Within tolerance -
215/65R18 737 1.13% 60.68 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R19 738 1.25% 60.75 mph Within tolerance -
255/55R18 738 1.26% 60.76 mph Within tolerance -
235/60R18 739 1.47% 60.88 mph Within tolerance -
235/55R18 716 -1.76% 58.95 mph Within tolerance Yes
215/60R18 715 -1.83% 58.90 mph Within tolerance -
255/50R18 712 -2.24% 58.66 mph Within tolerance -
255/45R19 712 -2.25% 58.65 mph Within tolerance -
265/50R19 748 2.62% 61.57 mph Within tolerance -
265/55R18 749 2.77% 61.66 mph Within tolerance -
225/65R18 750 2.91% 61.75 mph Within tolerance -

Which upsize path fits your priorities?

Every option on this page is inside the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance, so any of them is mechanically safe on the factory rim geometry. The difference is what each trades. Use this to pick the category, then read the verdict table above for the exact sizes.

CategoryRide comfortHandlingFuel economyRoad noiseTire cost
Plus-1Slightly firmerSharper≈ neutral≈ neutralModest premium
Plus-2FirmerSharpestSlightly worseSlightly higherHigher premium
Wider (same rim)≈ neutralMore gripSlightly worseSlightly higherModest premium
Winter narrowerSofterSofter dry≈ neutralLower≈ neutral
Narrower (same rim)SofterLess gripBetterLowerOften cheaper
OEM-equivalent≈ OEM≈ OEM≈ OEM≈ OEM≈ OEM

"≈" means no meaningful change versus the factory size. Comfort and noise assume the same tire model and load rating; switching brand or category (touring → performance) usually moves these more than the size change does.

Winter setup for the Dodge Magnum

For winter, the European engineering rule is to step down one width while raising aspect ratio to hold the same overall diameter; the "Winter / narrower contact" rows in the table above. A narrower footprint concentrates the vehicle's weight over less rubber, raising contact pressure so the tread bites through snow and slush instead of floating on it. Keep the overall diameter within ±3% of 215/65R17 so ABS, TPMS, and (on AWD trims) the center coupling stay inside their factory calibration. Fit four matching winter tires, never two.

FAQ

Can I put bigger tires on my Dodge Magnum?
Yes; within limits. Any size in the tables above is inside the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance, which keeps speedometer, TPMS, and ABS calibration intact. The Plus-1 category is the standard bigger-wheel upgrade; Plus-2 is the aesthetic/performance maximum. Sizes beyond ±3% are excluded because they push those systems out of factory range and can rub at full steering lock.
What is the OEM tire size for the Dodge Magnum?
The Dodge Magnum shipped with 3 distinct factory tire sizes across its years and trims; each is listed above as its own section with the alternatives for that size. 215/65R17 is the most common. Check the door-jamb placard or your owner's manual for your specific year and trim.
Will bigger tires hurt my Dodge Magnum's fuel economy or ride?
Plus-1 is close to neutral on both. Plus-2 and wider sizes add rotating mass and footprint, which costs a little fuel economy and ride comfort for sharper steering and grip. The decision matrix above shows the trade-off per category. Staying within ±3% overall diameter means the transmission and speedometer are unaffected.
Do I need new wheels to change tire size on my Dodge Magnum?
Not for same-rim changes (wider, narrower, winter-narrower keep your factory rim diameter). Plus-1 and Plus-2 raise rim diameter and require wheels in the new diameter with a compatible bolt pattern and offset; check the wheel bolt-pattern page linked below before buying.

Sources & methodology

Last verified 2026-05-17 against the standards below.

  1. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3 (section width, aspect ratio, overall diameter formula). European Tyre and Rim Technical Organisation, Brussels.
  2. SAE J1349 (speedometer accuracy reference envelope).
  3. NHTSA FMVSS 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems; rev/mile calibration requirements.
  4. Tire Industry Association Technical Bulletin TB-2019-04 (plus-sizing guidance).
  5. Nokian Tyres "Why winter tyres should be narrower" technical bulletin, 2019.