About the 205/45R17 Tire

The 205/45R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 92.3 mm sidewall (45% aspect ratio), this tire offers a balanced blend of ride comfort and handling precision — versatile for both city driving and spirited cornering.

Compared to the baseline 225/50R17, this tire's overall diameter differs by -6.2% — a speedometer calibrated for 225/50R17 would read 106.6 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 616.3 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code205/45R17
Section Width205 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter17"
Sidewall Height92.3 mm
Overall Diameter616.3 mm / 24.26"
Circumference1936.2 mm / 76.23"
Revolutions per km516.5
Revolutions per mile831.2

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
205/45R17 (current) 616.3 100.0
215/45R17 625.3 +9.0 +1.5% 98.6
225/45R17 634.3 +18.0 +2.9% 97.2
205/50R17 636.8 +20.5 +3.3% 96.8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 205/45R17 tire?
The overall diameter is 616.3 mm (24.26 in), with a 92.3 mm sidewall on a 17-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 205/45R17 tire make?
It makes 516.5 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 1936.2 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 205/45R17 tires?
The 205/45R17 is standard OEM equipment on midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata. Always check your owner's manual or door placard before switching sizes.

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