205/60R14 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 205/60R14, a performance cars size fitted to Mazda RX-7, Datsun 240Z and more.
What 205/60R14 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 $420 to $560, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 205/60R14 size
Factory size on the last of the first-generation RX-7s (GSL-SE, 14x5.5 aluminum) and the 1983-1984 Mustang GT, and by far the most common 14x6/14x7 upgrade for a 240Z that came on 175HR14 steel wheels. The Radial T/A is the one raised-white-letter option; everything else is a plain blackwall. No whitewall, no redline, no bias equivalent. Load index is only around 86, so this is a light-car size, not something to carry a loaded early Z on.
The numbers mean: 205 mm section width, sidewall height 60 % of that width, and a 14-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 23.7 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 205/60R14
- Mazda RX-7 (1984-1985, GSL-SE)
- Datsun 240Z (1970-1973, 14x6 upgrade fit)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 205/60R14 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 205/60R14 tires cost?
Expect $80–$100 per tire for a budget brand, $105–$140 for a mid-range tire like the Federal Super Steel 595, and $145–$225 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 205/60R14 tires?
205/60R14 is original equipment on Mazda RX-7 (1984-1985, GSL-SE) and Datsun 240Z (1970-1973, 14x6 upgrade fit), 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 205/60R14 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 205/60R14 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.