205/70R14 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 205/70R14, a performance cars size fitted to Ford Mustang, Ford Mustang GT, Chevrolet Nova and more.
What 205/70R14 tires cost
Hankook Kinergy ST
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 $460 to $620, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 205/70R14 size
The general-purpose replacement for E70-14 and 6.95-14 bias-ply, and the accepted radial for cars whose tag says 195/75R14: 205/70R14 is 25.3 in tall against 25.5 in for an E70-14, so the speedometer stays honest. This is the base-model muscle car and 1970s personal-luxury size, where 215/70R14 is the SS/Mach 1 step up. You can buy it three ways: a modern blackwall all-season (cheapest, T-rated), the Cooper Cobra or BFG Radial T/A with raised white letters, or a narrow whitewall from Coker's American Classic line. True bias-ply E70-14 reproductions are available from Coker and Firestone if the car is judged, but they tramline and wander.
The numbers mean: 205 mm section width, sidewall height 70 % of that width, and a 14-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 25.3 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 205/70R14
- Ford Mustang (1965-1970, base/6-cylinder)
- Ford Mustang GT (1982-1984, 14 in)
- Chevrolet Nova (1968-1979)
- Dodge Dart (1967-1976)
- Plymouth Duster (1970-1976)
- Pontiac Firebird (1970-1976, base)
- Chevrolet Camaro (1970-1977, base)
- Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme (1978-1987, G-body)
- Mercedes-Benz 450SL (1972-1980, R107)
- Mercedes-Benz 380SL (1981-1985, R107)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 205/70R14 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 205/70R14 tires cost?
Expect $90–$110 per tire for a budget brand, $115–$155 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Cobra Radial G/T, and $160–$250 for a premium tire like the BFGoodrich Radial T/A. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 205/70R14 tires?
205/70R14 is original equipment on Ford Mustang (1965-1970, base/6-cylinder), Ford Mustang GT (1982-1984, 14 in), Chevrolet Nova (1968-1979), Dodge Dart (1967-1976), Plymouth Duster (1970-1976), Pontiac Firebird (1970-1976, base), Chevrolet Camaro (1970-1977, base), Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme (1978-1987, G-body), Mercedes-Benz 450SL (1972-1980, R107) and Mercedes-Benz 380SL (1981-1985, R107), 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 205/70R14 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 Hankook Kinergy ST is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 205/70R14 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.