215/55R17 tire size
A 215/55R17 tire is 215 mm wide with a 118.3 mm sidewall, 55% of the width, on a 17-inch rim, which puts the whole tire at 668.3 mm, or about 26.3 inches, tall. Our data lists 7 models fitted with it from the factory, mostly SUVs and crossovers and sedans.
Overall height
668.3 mm
26.3 in
Sidewall
118.3 mm
55%
Circumference
2,100 mm
Revs per km
476
Actual dimensions of 215/55R17
| Section width | 215 mm (8.5 in) |
| Sidewall height | 118.3 mm (4.66 in) |
| Rim diameter | 17 in (431.8 mm) |
| Overall diameter | 668.3 mm (26.3 in) |
| Circumference | 2,100 mm |
| Revolutions per km | 476 |
| Inch notation (height x width) | 26.3x8.5R17 |
Worked out: sidewall 215 x 0.55 = 118.25 mm, rim 17 x 25.4 = 431.8 mm, overall 431.8 + (118.25 x 2) = 668.3 mm, circumference 3.1416 x 668.3 = 2,100 mm. One turn of the tire moves the car about 2.10 m, which is 476 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 215/55R17 from the factory
Models whose Thai-market specification lists 215/55R17; the source column links to the spec we checked.
| Model | Years | Grades | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota Camry HEV | 2024–present | Smart | headlightmag.com |
| Honda BR-V | 2022–present | EL | honda.co.th |
| Honda HR-V | 2015–2021 | E, EL, RS | headlightmag.com |
| Honda WR-V | 2023–present | RS | honda.co.th |
| MG VS HEV | Current model | 17-inch wheel grades | mgcars.com |
| MG ZS | Current model | 17-inch wheel grades | mgcars.com |
| MG ZS EV | Current model | 17-inch wheel grades | mgcars.com |
Cars that can switch to 215/55R17
These cars leave the factory on another size within 3% of the height of 215/55R17. Whether it fits still depends on rim width and wheel-well clearance.
| Model | Factory size | Height difference | Wheel |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitsubishi Xpander Cross HEV2024–present | 205/55R17 | +1.67% | Same wheel |
| Nissan Kicks e-POWERCurrent model | 205/55R17 | +1.67% | Same wheel |
| Honda Accord e:HEV2024–present | 225/50R17 | +1.75% | Same wheel |
| MG4 Electric2022–present | 235/45R18 | −0.06% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Mazda CX-32015–present | 215/50R18 | −0.58% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Toyota C-HR2018–2023 | 225/50R18 | −2.04% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Toyota Corolla Cross2020–present | 225/50R18 | −2.04% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Honda HR-V e:HEV2022–present | 225/50R18 | −2.04% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Mazda32019–present | 205/60R16 | +2.44% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
| Mazda CX-302020–present | 215/65R16 | −2.57% | Needs 17-inch wheels |
Sizes that can replace 215/55R17
Sizes within ±3% of the overall height of 215/55R17. “At 100 km/h” is the real speed when the speedometer reads 100.
| Size | Height | Difference | At 100 km/h | Sidewall | Match | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 235/45R18 | 668.7 mm | +0.4 mm (+0.06%) | 100.1 km/h | 105.8 mm | Very close | Compare |
| 235/40R19 | 670.6 mm | +2.3 mm (+0.34%) | 100.3 km/h | 94.0 mm | Very close | Compare |
| 215/60R16 | 664.4 mm | −3.9 mm (−0.58%) | 99.4 km/h | 129.0 mm | Close | Compare |
| 215/50R18 | 672.2 mm | +3.9 mm (+0.58%) | 100.6 km/h | 107.5 mm | Close | Compare |
| 205/65R16 | 672.9 mm | +4.6 mm (+0.69%) | 100.7 km/h | 133.3 mm | Close | Compare |
| 225/40R19 | 662.6 mm | −5.7 mm (−0.85%) | 99.1 km/h | 90.0 mm | Close | Compare |
| 225/60R16 | 676.4 mm | +8.1 mm (+1.21%) | 101.2 km/h | 135.0 mm | Close | Compare |
| 225/45R18 | 659.7 mm | −8.6 mm (−1.29%) | 98.7 km/h | 101.3 mm | Close | Compare |
- Keeping your wheels, the closest is 205/55R17 at 657.3 mm, −11.0 mm (−1.65%) from the original. With the speedometer on 100 km/h, the car would actually be doing about 98.4 km/h. Ground clearance drops by about 5.5 mm.
- Moving up to 18-inch wheels, the closest height match is 235/45R18 (+0.06%), with the sidewall dropping from 118.3 mm to 105.8 mm.
- Going down to 16-inch wheels, 215/60R16 (−0.58%) is the closest match and raises the sidewall to 129.0 mm.
- A larger or wider tire also changes acceleration, fuel use and steering weight, so look beyond the percentage.
Buying 215/55R17 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 215/55R17
The code after the size on the sidewall, as in 215/55R17 94H, is the load index and speed symbol. The common ratings for this size:
| Version | Index | Per tire | Four tires |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard load (SL) | 94 | 670 kg | 2,680 kg |
| Extra load (XL) | 98 | 750 kg | 3,000 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
H
210 km/h
V
240 km/h
215/55R17 questions
How tall is a 215/55R17 tire?
About 26.3 inches, or 668.3 mm, from top to bottom before it carries weight. Each sidewall is 118.3 mm tall and the tire is 215 mm (8.5 in) wide.
Which cars use 215/55R17 tires?
From Thai-market specifications, 215/55R17 comes on Toyota Camry HEV, Honda BR-V, Honda HR-V, Honda WR-V, MG VS HEV and MG ZS.
Can I fit 205/55R17 instead of 215/55R17?
Size-wise, yes: the height differs by −1.65% (−11.0 mm), so an indicated 100 km/h is really about 98.4 km/h. The tread is 10 mm narrower. Check rim width and load index first.
How much weight can a 215/55R17 tire carry?
Most standard-load versions carry load index 94: 670 kg per tire, 2,680 kg across four. XL versions are rated 98, or 750 kg per tire. Look for the number after the size on the sidewall, as in 215/55R17 94H.
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.