205/60R13 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 205/60R13, a performance cars size fitted to Dodge Omni GLH, Dodge Shelby Charger and more.
What 205/60R13 tires cost
Nankang CX-668
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Federal Super Steel 595
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
BFGoodrich Radial T/A
Best wet and snow braking, quietest ride, longest tread life. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing, based on what the big US online retailers charge for this size. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $440 to $600, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 205/60R13 size
A short-lived early-1980s performance size, factory fitment on the Shelby-era Chrysler L-body cars where it replaced 195/70R13 on a wider 13x6 wheel. There was never a bias-ply equivalent and there is no whitewall or redline version. Availability is the problem: outside the BFGoodrich Radial T/A, which is the only raised-white-letter 13 in tire still in production, you are down to Nankang and Federal. The original Goodyear Eagle GT was V-rated; most of what you can buy now is S or T rated, so it is worth checking the sidewall before a track day.
The numbers mean: 205 mm section width, sidewall height 60 % of that width, and a 13-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 22.7 inches. Any replacement has to match all three, and the load index and speed rating on your door sticker must be met or exceeded. Our guide on reading a tire size walks through it.
Vehicles that use 205/60R13
- Dodge Omni GLH (1984-1986)
- Dodge Shelby Charger (1983-1987)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 205/60R13 tire?
All-Season Tires
Drivers in the South, West Coast and mild parts of the Midwest who want one set of tires that lasts a long time and is quiet.
Summer Tires
Sports-car and performance-sedan owners, and anyone in a warm climate who wants the best possible grip and steering.
Performance Tires
Owners of sports sedans, hot hatches and performance crossovers who want year-round tires with real handling.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 205/60R13 tires cost?
Expect $85–$105 per tire for a budget brand, $110–$150 for a mid-range tire like the Federal Super Steel 595, and $155–$240 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 205/60R13 tires?
205/60R13 is original equipment on Dodge Omni GLH (1984-1986) and Dodge Shelby Charger (1983-1987), among others. Always confirm with the sticker inside your driver's door, because trim levels and wheel packages can change the size.
What is the best 205/60R13 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Federal Super Steel 595, is the sweet spot of price and tread life. If you keep the vehicle a long time or drive in heavy rain and snow, the BFGoodrich Radial T/A is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Nankang CX-668 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 205/60R13 tires?
On a front- or rear-wheel-drive car, yes: replace in pairs on the same axle and put the newer pair on the rear. On all-wheel-drive vehicles most makers want all four replaced together, or a new tire shaved to match, because a difference in circumference strains the drivetrain.