225/60R15 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 225/60R15, a performance cars size fitted to Ford Mustang GT, Ford Mustang LX 5.0, Mercury Capri and more.
What 225/60R15 tires cost
Milestar Streetsteel
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Cooper Cobra Radial G/T
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 $480 to $640, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 225/60R15 size
The Fox-body 5.0 size and the biggest seller of the 15 in performance group: P225/60VR15 Goodyear Eagle GT or GT+4 was factory on the 1985-1993 Mustang GT and LX 5.0 on the 15x7 ten-hole wheel. There is no bias equivalent and nobody wants a whitewall; raised white letters are standard on the Cooper and BFGoodrich. The honest caveat is speed rating. The original was V-rated (149 mph) and almost nothing current in 225/60R15 is; you will be choosing between S, T and H. For street use that is fine, for anything faster step up to a 16 or 17 in wheel.
The numbers mean: 225 mm section width, sidewall height 60 % of that width, and a 15-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 25.6 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 225/60R15
- Ford Mustang GT (1985-1993)
- Ford Mustang LX 5.0 (1987-1993)
- Mercury Capri (1985-1986, 5.0)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 225/60R15 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 225/60R15 tires cost?
Expect $95–$115 per tire for a budget brand, $120–$160 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Cobra Radial G/T, and $165–$255 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 225/60R15 tires?
225/60R15 is original equipment on Ford Mustang GT (1985-1993), Ford Mustang LX 5.0 (1987-1993) and Mercury Capri (1985-1986, 5.0), 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 225/60R15 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Cooper Cobra Radial G/T, 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 Milestar Streetsteel is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 225/60R15 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.