Help me decide 265/70/16 or 265/75/16?

Basically every speedo (old or new) I have checked against a GPS speedo app and or watching live data abs and or VSS readings shows the speedo being 1-2/3 mph faster than what the vehicle is actually doing, (unless a certified LEO vehicle), it is to give a bit of a buffer from speeding by going over a couple mph... but the live data shows the correct speed, giving OEM wheels/tire sizes... I have checked many different vehicles by doing this...

 

I had a 3rd gen 4runner that I put larger tires on. Had issues with the antilock system kicking in way too early. I think it was the computer dealing with a different sized tire.

Haven't heard of any similar issues with Tacomas. Will probably size up. I wish they had white lettering!!

 

75s for sure. I switched to them 45,000 miles ago and no regrets.

 

I was in the joint with a couple of guys that were in for this.

 

I went from the stock 265/70R16 the wrangler territory AT (crap tire) to 265/75R16 KO2's. They just look so much better in every way.
Don't really notice any difference on the speedo when pairing it against GPS monitored speed so I am not too worried there. The fuel economy loss from the size difference is nothing compared to just going from the P rated stock tire to an E load KO2. But really it's not that bad of a hit.
I don't picture modifying the truck in any way to fit anything larger.
Only other consideration would be the 235/85R16

 

265/70/16 was an optional size and what came on my 2007. It's the same height as 245/75/16 but about 3/4" wider. Technically 20mm (265mm-245mm= 20mm)

I upsized to 265/75/16's years ago and have no regrets. Same width as 265/70's but about 1" taller. Just enough to look better with no downsides that I've found.

My Speedometer is MORE accurate with 265/75's on it.

Not something to worry about anyway. Tires get smaller as they wear and the speedometer is changing as the tires get smaller. If you start with new 265/75's they will be the same size as new 265/70's when you have 40,000 miles on them

 

75's all day. Just went from stock tires to ko3's and the tires look great with no rubbing

 

OP, I got those same tires in 75 and like them enough to also put them on my 4runner.

 

thank you. I will order!

 

Ok one more question. You guys that have these tires, E or SL? Looks like SL is no longer in stock. I prefer SL over E...

 

You’ll want E’s after you run over a nail (ask me how I know)

 

Just made the switch to 265/75/16, went with Rocky Mountain All Terrains (SL)-Discount Tire's brand, hard to beat for $593 out the door. No affect on gas mileage that I have noticed, enjoying the increased size and better stance.

 

$593 is insane. Quotes here in Hawaii at 1000+

 

I wonder what Michelin LTX cost over there?

 

Costco lists Michelin LTX as $1175 for 265/75/16

 

Oh, I’d be doing that. Same $ as here.

 

I had these tires on my 4runner. I loved them but I hate the look...

 

You do you!

 

265/75r16

No issues, no rub even with aftermarket mud flaps. Not even a rub during a full day at the local off road park going up and over everything.

 

THANK YOU!!!
This man remembers geometry from high school. If this were a sticky it would be great. Would answer tons of speedo questions. Have seen many people freaking out on TW about making sure the speedo is still precise with size X tires. It’s probably accurate for a few thousand miles midlife of the tire. And it’s a precision that is really not that important. If you get pulled over for going 2 mph over the limit then something else is wrong. Or you have a warrant out on you.