225/50R17 Tire Size Specifications & Compatible Vehicles

Overall Diameter

656.8 mm

Section Width

225 mm

Sidewall Height

112.5 mm

Circumference

2063.4 mm

Revs/Mile

780

Rim Diameter

17"

Inch Equivalent

25.9x8.9R17

Rim Width (ETRTO)

6.5" – 8.5"

Compatible Vehicles

The following vehicles use 225/50R17 tires from the factory:

2024 Audi A4 Premium 40 TFSI 2023 Audi A4 Premium 40 TFSI 2022 Audi A4 Premium 40 TFSI 2021 Audi A4 Premium 40 TFSI 2020 Audi A4 Premium 40 TFSI 2025 Honda Accord LX/EX 2024 Honda Accord LX/EX 2023 Honda Accord LX/EX 2022 Honda Accord LX/EX 2021 Honda Accord LX/EX 2020 Honda Accord LX/EX 2025 Volvo S60 Core B5 FWD 2024 Volvo S60 Core B5 FWD 2023 Volvo S60 B5 Momentum 2022 Volvo S60 T5 Momentum 2021 Volvo S60 T5 Momentum 2020 Volvo S60 T5 Momentum

Alternative Tire Sizes

These tire sizes are within 3% overall diameter of 225/50R17 and may be used as replacements:

285/35R18 Safe 0.0% diff 345/40R15 Safe 0.0% diff 205/55R17 Safe 0.1% diff 275/50R15 Safe 0.1% diff 175/50R19 Safe 0.1% diff 305/45R15 Safe 0.2% diff 195/45R19 Safe 0.2% diff 335/30R18 Safe 0.2% diff 315/40R16 Safe 0.2% diff 165/60R18 Safe 0.2% diff 185/75R15 Safe 0.3% diff 345/25R19 Safe 0.3% diff

Popular Comparisons

See how 225/50R17 compares to other common tire sizes:

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Understanding 225/50R17

The tire size 225/50R17 means the tire has a section width of 225mm, an aspect ratio of 50% (the sidewall height is 50% of the width), and fits a 17-inch rim.

Sidewall Height = 225 x 0.5 = 112.5 mm
Overall Diameter = (112.5 x 2) + (17 x 25.4) = 656.8 mm
Circumference = 656.8 x π = 2063.4 mm

Frequently Asked Questions

What vehicles use 225/50R17 tires? ▼

The 225/50R17 tire size is used on 17 vehicle trims including the 2024 Audi A4, 2023 Audi A4, 2022 Audi A4 and 14 more.

What is the diameter of a 225/50R17 tire? ▼

A 225/50R17 tire has an overall diameter of 656.8mm (25.9 inches). The sidewall height is 112.5mm, and the total circumference is 2063mm.

What rim width do I need for 225/50R17 tires? ▼

For 225/50R17 tires, the ETRTO recommended rim width is 7.5". The acceptable range is 6.5" minimum to 8.5" maximum. Using a rim outside this range can cause improper bead seating and unsafe handling.

Can I replace 225/50R17 with a different size? ▼

Yes, as long as the replacement tire overall diameter is within 3% of the 225/50R17 656.8mm diameter. Compatible alternatives include 285/35R18, 345/40R15, 205/55R17. Use our Tire Size Calculator to compare any two sizes.