About the 215/55R17 Tire

The 215/55R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 118.3 mm sidewall (55% 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 +1.8% — a speedometer calibrated for 225/50R17 would read 98.3 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 668.3 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code215/55R17
Section Width215 mm
Aspect Ratio55%
Rim Diameter17"
Sidewall Height118.3 mm
Overall Diameter668.3 mm / 26.31"
Circumference2099.5 mm / 82.66"
Revolutions per km476.3
Revolutions per mile766.5

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
215/45R17 625.3 -43.0 -6.4% 106.9
215/55R16 642.9 -25.4 -3.8% 104.0
215/50R17 646.8 -21.5 -3.2% 103.3
215/55R17 (current) 668.3 100.0
225/55R17 679.3 +11.0 +1.6% 98.4
235/55R17 690.3 +22.0 +3.3% 96.8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 215/55R17 tire?
The overall diameter is 668.3 mm (26.31 in), with a 118.3 mm sidewall on a 17-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 215/55R17 tire make?
It makes 476.3 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2099.5 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 215/55R17 tires?
The 215/55R17 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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