About the 235/45R17 Tire

The 235/45R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 105.8 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 -2.1% — a speedometer calibrated for 225/50R17 would read 102.1 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 643.3 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code235/45R17
Section Width235 mm
Aspect Ratio45%
Rim Diameter17"
Sidewall Height105.8 mm
Overall Diameter643.3 mm / 25.33"
Circumference2021.0 mm / 79.57"
Revolutions per km494.8
Revolutions per mile796.3

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
225/45R17 634.3 -9.0 -1.4% 101.4
235/45R17 (current) 643.3 100.0
245/45R17 652.3 +9.0 +1.4% 98.6
235/50R17 666.8 +23.5 +3.7% 96.5
235/45R18 668.7 +25.4 +3.9% 96.2
235/55R17 690.3 +47.0 +7.3% 93.2
235/45R19 694.1 +50.8 +7.9% 92.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 235/45R17 tire?
The overall diameter is 643.3 mm (25.33 in), with a 105.8 mm sidewall on a 17-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 235/45R17 tire make?
It makes 494.8 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2021.0 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 235/45R17 tires?
The 235/45R17 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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