Vehicle tyre fitment guide

2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class tyres

Compare matching summer tyres for a 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class by researched size first, then check sidewall, placard, stock and delivery before ordering.

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Last verified: 2026-07-28

2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class fitment summary

The researched tyre sizes for this 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class guide are 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18. Exact tyre size can vary by trim, wheel option and market. Confirm the size on the current tyre sidewall or vehicle placard before ordering. Fitment source checked: 1.

205/55 R16205/50 R17225/45 R17225/40 R18

Tyres grouped by 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class size

Only Tyres.net products whose listed size exactly matches one of the researched 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class tyre sizes are shown here. Check load index, speed rating, season and run-flat notes before buying.

205/55 R16

Available

Pirelli · Car tyre · Summer

Cinturato P7 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £75.80-£149.27.

£75.8-£149.27

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Continental · Car tyre · Summer

EcoContact 6 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £77.36-£134.73.

£77.36-£134.73

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Nexen · Car tyre · Summer

N blue HD Plus 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £59.52-£86.85.

£59.52-£86.85

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Dunlop · Car tyre · Summer

Sport BluResponse 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £63.49-£129.96.

£63.49-£129.96

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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225/40 R18

Available

Bridgestone · Car tyre · Summer

Turanza T005 225/40 R18 92Y Summer

from £87.97-£114.46.

£87.97-£114.46

Tyre sizes tracked: 225/40 R18 92Y

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Matching Tyres.net options

Start with Cinturato P7 205/55 R16 91V Summer (£75.80-£149.27), EcoContact 6 205/55 R16 91V Summer (£77.36-£134.73), N blue HD Plus 205/55 R16 91V Summer (£59.52-£86.85); each is included because its Tyres.net listed size matches a researched 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class tyre size. This is not a claim that every trim uses the same size. Confirm the current sidewall, load index and speed rating before ordering. Use season, stock, delivery terms and price as secondary filters after size fitment.

Available

Pirelli · Car tyre · Summer

Cinturato P7 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £75.80-£149.27.

£75.8-£149.27

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Continental · Car tyre · Summer

EcoContact 6 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £77.36-£134.73.

£77.36-£134.73

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Nexen · Car tyre · Summer

N blue HD Plus 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £59.52-£86.85.

£59.52-£86.85

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Dunlop · Car tyre · Summer

Sport BluResponse 205/55 R16 91V Summer

from £63.49-£129.96.

£63.49-£129.96

Tyre sizes tracked: 205/55 R16 91V

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Available

Bridgestone · Car tyre · Summer

Turanza T005 225/40 R18 92Y Summer

from £87.97-£114.46.

£87.97-£114.46

Tyre sizes tracked: 225/40 R18 92Y

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At-a-glance fitment comparison

The table is filtered to researched tyre sizes: 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 225/45 R17, 225/40 R18. Compare the listed size against the current tyre sidewall first, then check load/speed rating, season and run-flat notes. Products outside those researched sizes are deliberately excluded from this vehicle shortlist.

Product	Type	Season	Tyre sizes	From
Cinturato P7 205/55 R16 91V Summer	Car tyre	Summer	205/55 R16 91V	£75.8
EcoContact 6 205/55 R16 91V Summer	Car tyre	Summer	205/55 R16 91V	£77.36
N blue HD Plus 205/55 R16 91V Summer	Car tyre	Summer	205/55 R16 91V	£59.52
Sport BluResponse 205/55 R16 91V Summer	Car tyre	Summer	205/55 R16 91V	£63.49
Turanza T005 225/40 R18 92Y Summer	Car tyre	Summer	225/40 R18 92Y	£87.97

What the fitment research shows

This guide is intentionally size-first because the 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class does not use one universal tyre fitment across every trim. The researched size groups here are 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 225/45 R17 and 225/40 R18, and the shortlist only includes exact matches to those sizes. That makes the page useful as a cautious comparison tool, not a blanket recommendation. Before choosing between Continental, Nexen or Bridgestone, confirm the size on your current tyre sidewall or vehicle placard, because wheel option, trim and market can change the correct fitment.

The practical trade-offs to compare

The shortlist spans a clear price spread, from the Nexen N blue HD Plus 205/55 R16 91V Summer at £59.76 starting price to the Continental ContiSportContact 5 225/40 R18 92Y Summer at £92.58, with the supplied set stretching up to £148.19. If you want the lowest entry price, Nexen is the obvious budget reference point; if you want a more familiar premium brand name, Continental and Bridgestone sit higher in the mix. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 225/45 R17 91W Summer is a useful direct comparison for 225/45 R17 shoppers, especially when brand familiarity and current availability matter as much as headline price.

How to choose the right tyre for your car

Start with the exact size on the sidewall or vehicle placard, then compare only tyres that match that size exactly. Next, check the load index and speed rating on the product page against what is already fitted, because a matching rim size alone is not enough. If your car currently runs on run-flat tyres, verify that requirement before ordering rather than assuming any summer tyre will do. After those checks, compare current price, stock and delivery, then choose between the Continental, Nexen and Bridgestone options based on budget, brand comfort and your usual driving conditions.

Why the same model year can use different sizes

A 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class can wear different tyre sizes depending on trim, wheel option, market and whether a previous owner changed the wheel package. That is why this page only shows the four researched fitment groups: 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 225/45 R17 and 225/40 R18. Do not move to a near size or alternative size just because the brand looks right or the car is the same year. The safest final check is still the tyre sidewall on the vehicle, backed up by the placard inside the car.

Season choice and what the shortlist actually covers

All of the matching options in this shortlist are summer tyres, so the page is best for shoppers who already know summer is the right season for their driving needs. That means you should compare them on exact fitment, price, availability and the way the product line is positioned, rather than expecting a winter or all-season comparison here. The shortlist includes Continental, Nexen and Bridgestone, with the same season across the set making the key differences size, brand and price rather than tread type.

What to check on the product page before you buy

Because visible review and rating details are absent in the supplied shortlist, the safest buying checks are the ones you can verify directly: exact size, load index, speed rating, season, stock and delivery cost. For 205/55 R16 shoppers, the Nexen N blue HD Plus is the lowest starting price in the set, while Continental’s EcoContact 6 gives you a premium-branded comparison at a higher starting price. For 225/45 R17 shoppers, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the key like-for-like reference point, and for 225/40 R18 shoppers the Continental ContiSportContact 5 is the more performance-leaning comparison entry.

Where the value sits in this shortlist

Value starts with size confidence, not the cheapest sticker price. If the fitment is correct, the Nexen N blue HD Plus 205/55 R16 91V Summer is the lowest-priced starting point in the set, while the Continental ContiSportContact 5 225/40 R18 92Y Summer sits at the higher end of the supplied range and gives shoppers a premium-brand comparison point. That spread is useful because it lets you decide whether brand familiarity, wheel size, or budget matters more for your 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class. Check the latest retailer price, stock and delivery before ordering, as those details can change.

Retailer details used

Last checked 2026-07-28. The source list below is included to help you check the details behind the comparison. Always confirm the latest price, delivery cost, stock status and product details with the retailer before buying.

Vehicle tyre-size fitment sourcevehicle tyre-size fitment research; products are selected from exact matching Tyres.net listed sizes

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Buying questions

Can the same 2016 Mercedes-Benz A-Class use different tyre sizes?

Yes. The researched fitment sizes for this guide are 205/55 R16, 205/50 R17, 225/45 R17 and 225/40 R18, but the correct one depends on trim, wheel option, market and any previous wheel changes. Always confirm the sidewall or vehicle placard before buying.

Where do I check my exact tyre size before ordering?

Check the current tyre sidewall first, then confirm against the vehicle placard inside the car. Match the full size and the load index and speed rating shown there, because the same model year can have more than one valid fitment depending on wheel package.

How should I compare the shortlist once the size matches?

Compare brand, price, stock and delivery after the size is confirmed. The Nexen N blue HD Plus is the lowest starting price in the set, while Continental and Bridgestone give you more familiar brand comparisons; all shortlisted tyres here are summer tyres.

Do I need to check run-flat status as well?

Yes, if the car currently uses run-flat tyres. This shortlist does not assume run-flat compatibility, so check the tyre currently fitted before ordering and make sure the replacement matches the vehicle’s existing requirement.