205/50R17 tire size
A 205/50R17 tire is 205 mm wide with a 102.5 mm sidewall, 50% of the width, on a 17-inch rim, which puts the whole tire at 636.8 mm, or about 25.1 inches, tall. Our data lists 3 models fitted with it from the factory, mostly MPVs and sedans.
Overall height
636.8 mm
25.1 in
Sidewall
102.5 mm
50%
Circumference
2,001 mm
Revs per km
500
Actual dimensions of 205/50R17
| Section width | 205 mm (8.1 in) |
| Sidewall height | 102.5 mm (4.04 in) |
| Rim diameter | 17 in (431.8 mm) |
| Overall diameter | 636.8 mm (25.1 in) |
| Circumference | 2,001 mm |
| Revolutions per km | 500 |
| Inch notation (height x width) | 25.1x8.1R17 |
Worked out: sidewall 205 x 0.5 = 102.5 mm, rim 17 x 25.4 = 431.8 mm, overall 431.8 + (102.5 x 2) = 636.8 mm, circumference 3.1416 x 636.8 = 2,001 mm. One turn of the tire moves the car about 2.00 m, which is 500 turns per kilometer. New to sidewall codes? See how to read a tire size.
These are nominal figures from the standard formula. Real tires vary slightly by brand and squat a little under the weight of the car.
Cars fitted with 205/50R17 from the factory
Models whose Thai-market specification lists 205/50R17; the source column links to the spec we checked.
| Model | Years | Grades | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Veloz | 2022–present | Premium | headlightmag.com |
| Toyota Yaris ATIV HEV | 2025–present | GR Sport | headlightmag.com |
| BYD Dolphin | 2023–present | Extended Range | headlightmag.com |
Cars that can switch to 205/50R17
These cars leave the factory on another size within 3% of the height of 205/50R17. Whether it fits still depends on rim width and wheel-well clearance.
| Model | Factory size | Height difference | Wheel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Corolla Altis2019–present | 225/45R17 | +0.39% | Same wheel |
| Honda Civic (FC)2016–2021 | 215/50R17 | −1.55% | Same wheel |
| Honda Civic (FE)2021–present | 215/50R17 | −1.55% | Same wheel |
| MG4 Electric2022–present | 215/50R17 | −1.55% | Same wheel |
| MG5Current model | 215/50R17 | −1.55% | Same wheel |
| Nissan AlmeraCurrent model | 195/65R15 | +0.36% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Toyota Yaris ATIV2022–present | 195/60R16 | −0.56% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Suzuki XL72020–present | 195/60R16 | −0.56% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| MG ZSCurrent model | 215/55R16 | −0.95% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Honda City / City Hatchback2023–present | 185/60R16 | +1.34% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Mazda22015–present | 185/60R16 | +1.34% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Mazda32019–present | 215/45R18 | −2.14% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
Showing the 12 closest of 14 models.
Sizes that can replace 205/50R17
Sizes within ±3% of the overall height of 205/50R17. “At 100 km/h” is the real speed when the speedometer reads 100.
| Size | Height | Difference | At 100 km/h | Sidewall | Match | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225/40R18 | 637.2 mm | +0.4 mm (+0.06%) | 100.1 km/h | 90.0 mm | Very close | Compare |
| 225/45R17 | 634.3 mm | −2.5 mm (−0.39%) | 99.6 km/h | 101.3 mm | Very close | Compare |
| 195/60R16 | 640.4 mm | +3.6 mm (+0.57%) | 100.6 km/h | 117.0 mm | Close | Compare |
| 205/55R16 | 631.9 mm | −4.9 mm (−0.77%) | 99.2 km/h | 112.8 mm | Close | Compare |
| 225/50R16 | 631.4 mm | −5.4 mm (−0.85%) | 99.2 km/h | 112.5 mm | Close | Compare |
| 215/55R16 | 642.9 mm | +6.1 mm (+0.96%) | 101.0 km/h | 118.3 mm | Close | Compare |
| 235/45R17 | 643.3 mm | +6.5 mm (+1.02%) | 101.0 km/h | 105.8 mm | Close | Compare |
| 215/40R18 | 629.2 mm | −7.6 mm (−1.19%) | 98.8 km/h | 86.0 mm | Close | Compare |
- Keeping your wheels, the closest is 225/45R17 at 634.3 mm, −2.5 mm (−0.39%) from the original. With the speedometer on 100 km/h, the car would actually be doing about 99.6 km/h. Ground clearance drops by about 1.3 mm.
- Moving up to 18-inch wheels, the closest height match is 225/40R18 (+0.06%), with the sidewall dropping from 102.5 mm to 90.0 mm.
- Going down to 16-inch wheels, 195/60R16 (+0.57%) is the closest match and raises the sidewall to 117.0 mm.
- A larger or wider tire also changes acceleration, fuel use and steering weight, so look beyond the percentage.
Buying 205/50R17 tires
Passenger tires in this size come in eco, comfort and sport lines. Japanese and European brands usually cost more than Asian ones, and the difference shows in noise, wet braking and tread life.
Check the production date in the DOT code before paying.
Check current prices
Search by brand
Links open marketplace search results; prices change constantly and not every brand makes this size.
Load index and speed rating for 205/50R17
The code after the size on the sidewall, as in 205/50R17 89V, is the load index and speed symbol. The common ratings for this size:
| Version | Index | Per tire | Four tires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard load (SL) | 89 | 580 kg | 2,320 kg |
| Extra load (XL) | 93 | 650 kg | 2,600 kg |
The new tire's load index and speed symbol must be no lower than the door placard, and it only carries its rated load at the correct pressure.
Common speed symbols in this size
V
240 km/h
W
270 km/h
205/50R17 questions
How tall is a 205/50R17 tire?
About 25.1 inches, or 636.8 mm, from top to bottom before it carries weight. Each sidewall is 102.5 mm tall and the tire is 205 mm (8.1 in) wide.
Which cars use 205/50R17 tires?
From Thai-market specifications, 205/50R17 comes on Toyota Veloz, Toyota Yaris ATIV HEV and BYD Dolphin.
Can I fit 225/45R17 instead of 205/50R17?
Size-wise, yes: the height differs by −0.39% (−2.5 mm), so an indicated 100 km/h is really about 99.6 km/h. The tread is 20 mm wider. Check rim width and load index first.
How much weight can a 205/50R17 tire carry?
Most standard-load versions carry load index 89: 580 kg per tire, 2,320 kg across four. XL versions are rated 93, or 650 kg per tire. Look for the number after the size on the sidewall, as in 205/50R17 89V.
Other 17-inch sizes
To compare other sizes yourself, use the tire size calculator; changing rim size, try plus/minus sizing; and see speedometer error by speed.