About the 225/55R17 Tire

The 225/55R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 123.8 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 +3.4% — a speedometer calibrated for 225/50R17 would read 96.7 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 679.3 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code225/55R17
Section Width225 mm
Aspect Ratio55%
Rim Diameter17"
Sidewall Height123.8 mm
Overall Diameter679.3 mm / 26.74"
Circumference2134.1 mm / 84.02"
Revolutions per km468.6
Revolutions per mile754.1

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
225/55R16 653.9 -25.4 -3.7% 103.9
225/50R17 656.8 -22.5 -3.3% 103.4
215/55R17 668.3 -11.0 -1.6% 101.6
225/55R17 (current) 679.3 100.0
235/55R17 690.3 +11.0 +1.6% 98.4
225/60R17 701.8 +22.5 +3.3% 96.8

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 225/55R17 tire?
The overall diameter is 679.3 mm (26.74 in), with a 123.8 mm sidewall on a 17-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 225/55R17 tire make?
It makes 468.6 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2134.1 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 225/55R17 tires?
The 225/55R17 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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