About the 225/45R17 Tire

The 225/45R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 101.3 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 -3.4% — a speedometer calibrated for 225/50R17 would read 103.5 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 634.3 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code225/45R17
Section Width225 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter17"
Sidewall Height101.3 mm
Overall Diameter634.3 mm / 24.97"
Circumference1992.7 mm / 78.45"
Revolutions per km501.8
Revolutions per mile807.6

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
215/45R17 625.3 -9.0 -1.4% 101.4
225/45R17 (current) 634.3 100.0
235/45R17 643.3 +9.0 +1.4% 98.6
225/50R17 656.8 +22.5 +3.5% 96.6
225/45R18 659.7 +25.4 +4.0% 96.1
225/55R17 679.3 +45.0 +7.1% 93.4

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 225/45R17 tire?
The overall diameter is 634.3 mm (24.97 in), with a 101.3 mm sidewall on a 17-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 225/45R17 tire make?
It makes 501.8 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 1992.7 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 225/45R17 tires?
The 225/45R17 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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