The 195/65R15 is one of the most common tire sizes in North America, fitting a wide range of compact and mid-size vehicles including the Toyota Corolla, Honda Civic, Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus, and Nissan Sentra. It is also used on many minivans and small SUVs from the late 1990s through the 2010s. If you drive a daily commuter sedan or hatchback from this era, there is a strong chance this is your factory-specified tire size.
At the budget end, Sentury and Primewell offer reliable all-season options in this size typically priced between $60 and $80 per tire, making them a practical choice for high-mileage commuters. Mid-range shoppers should consider Cooper CS5 or Kumho Solus, which provide a solid balance of tread life, handling, and value in the $85 to $110 range. For premium performance and longevity, Michelin Primacy or Bridgestone Ecopia are top choices, offering superior wet-weather grip and longer tread warranties at $120 to $160 per tire.
Treddur is currently tracking 236 listings for 195/65R15 tires. Prices range from $43.07 to $429.00 depending on brand and retailer.
Because this size is so widely used, inventory is generally available year-round, but prices on winter tires in this size tend to drop in early spring and late summer as retailers clear seasonal stock. Shopping in March through April or August through September can yield savings of 10 to 20 percent on winter tire sets.
The 195/65R15 size benefits from high market competition due to its popularity, keeping prices relatively stable and making it one of the more affordable tire sizes to replace across all brand tiers.













































































































































































































