About the 245/50R17 Tire

The 245/50R17 is a common tire size for midsize sedans such as Toyota Camry, Honda Accord, and Hyundai Sonata.

With a 122.5 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.

Compared to the baseline 225/50R17, this tire's overall diameter differs by +3.0% — a speedometer calibrated for 225/50R17 would read 97.0 km/h at an actual 100 km/h.

When replacing, verify that your wheel well can accommodate the 676.8 mm overall diameter. Keep speedometer deviation within ±3% for safety and legal compliance.

Tire Measurements

Tire Code245/50R17
Section Width245 mm
Aspect Ratio50%
Rim Diameter17"
Sidewall Height122.5 mm
Overall Diameter676.8 mm / 26.65"
Circumference2126.2 mm / 83.71"
Revolutions per km470.3
Revolutions per mile756.9

Adjacent Size Comparison

Tire Code OD (mm)Δ mmΔ % Speedo at 100 km/h
245/45R17 652.3 -24.5 -3.6% 103.8
225/50R17 656.8 -20.0 -3.0% 103.0
235/50R17 666.8 -10.0 -1.5% 101.5
245/50R17 (current) 676.8 100.0
245/65R17 750.3 +73.5 +10.9% 90.2

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall diameter of a 245/50R17 tire?
The overall diameter is 676.8 mm (26.65 in), with a 122.5 mm sidewall on a 17-inch rim.
How many revolutions per kilometer does a 245/50R17 tire make?
It makes 470.3 revolutions per kilometer, with a circumference of 2126.2 mm.
What vehicles commonly use 245/50R17 tires?
The 245/50R17 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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