235/70R15 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 235/70R15, a performance cars size fitted to Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454, Chevrolet Monte Carlo, Plymouth Cuda and more.
What 235/70R15 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 $540 to $720, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 235/70R15 size
The radial equivalent of H70-15, the widest of the 70-series 15 in sizes and what big-block cars ordered with 15x7 Rally or Magnum 500 wheels ran: 28.0 in tall, 9.3 in section. G70-15 is one step narrower, so if the tag says G70-15 fit 225/70R15 and if it says F70-15 fit 215/70R15. Raised white letters are the norm, redline and whitewall versions exist as Diamond Back conversions, and Coker sells bias-ply G70-15 Firestone Wide Oval and Goodyear Polyglas reproductions if the car is judged. Load index runs about 102-105, which is the reason to pick this over a 60-series on a 4000 lb car. Ratings are S or T; nothing faster is made in the size.
The numbers mean: 235 mm section width, sidewall height 70 % of that width, and a 15-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 28 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 235/70R15
- Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 (1970-1972, G70-15 equivalent)
- Chevrolet Monte Carlo (1970-1972, SS 454)
- Plymouth Cuda (1970-1971, 440/Hemi 15 in period fit)
- Dodge Charger R/T (1969-1970, 15 in period fit)
- Oldsmobile 442 W-30 (1970-1972, 15 in period fit)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 235/70R15 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 235/70R15 tires cost?
Expect $105–$130 per tire for a budget brand, $135–$180 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Cobra Radial G/T, and $185–$290 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 235/70R15 tires?
235/70R15 is original equipment on Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 (1970-1972, G70-15 equivalent), Chevrolet Monte Carlo (1970-1972, SS 454), Plymouth Cuda (1970-1971, 440/Hemi 15 in period fit), Dodge Charger R/T (1969-1970, 15 in period fit) and Oldsmobile 442 W-30 (1970-1972, 15 in period 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 235/70R15 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 235/70R15 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.