The 225/50R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.
With a 112.5 mm sidewall (50% aspect ratio), this tire offers a balanced blend of ride comfort and handling precision — versatile for both city driving and spirited cornering.
This is one of the most popular tire sizes for 17" rims, frequently used as a reference point when comparing speedometer accuracy across similar sizes.
Fitted to various premium and sport-touring sedans with 17" wheel packages, including Volvo S60 (P3) Sport trims. Load index 94V or 98W reinforced. A "balanced" alternative to 225/45R17 for owners who do not want the rougher ride of a 101.25 mm sidewall.
Mainstream sedan sizes balance compound longevity against light all-season handling. When replacing, match the OE speed rating (H or V on most trims) — installing a lower rating voids many manufacturer load-test certifications and is illegal on autobahn-rated vehicles. Wheel-well clearance is rarely a concern at this rim diameter; speedometer drift across factory alternatives stays well inside the ±3% legal window.
| Tire Code | 225/50R17 |
| Section Width | 225 mm |
| Aspect Ratio | 50% |
| Rim Diameter | 17" |
| Sidewall Height | 112.5 mm |
| Overall Diameter | 656.8 mm / 25.86" |
| Circumference | 2063.4 mm / 81.24" |
| Revolutions per km | 484.6 |
| Revolutions per mile | 779.9 |
| Tire Code | OD (mm) | Δ mm | Δ % | Speedo at 100 km/h |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 225/45R17 | 634.3 | -22.5 | -3.4% | 103.5 |
| 215/50R17 | 646.8 | -10.0 | -1.5% | 101.5 |
| 225/50R17 (current) | 656.8 | — | — | 100.0 |
| 235/50R17 | 666.8 | +10.0 | +1.5% | 98.5 |
| 225/55R17 | 679.3 | +22.5 | +3.4% | 96.7 |