205/55R16 vs 225/45R17

225/45R17 is 2.0 mm taller than 205/55R16 in overall diameter (+0.3%), within the usual 3% limit, so it can replace it where the wheels and clearance allow. With 225/45R17 fitted, the speedometer reads 100 km/h when you are doing 100.3 km/h.

Dimensions side by side

	205/55R16	225/45R17
Overall diameter	632 mm (24.9″)	634 mm (25.0″)
Section width	205 mm	225 mm
Sidewall height	113 mm	101 mm
Rim	16″	17″
Revolutions per km	504	502
In stock	92 tires from $88.00	59 tires from $101.00

What changes

Overall diameter: 225/45R17 is 2.0 mm taller (+0.3%).
Speedometer: reads 100 km/h at an actual 100.3 km/h with 225/45R17.
225/45R17 is 20 mm wider, so check clearance and the recommended rim width.
Wheel size changes from 16″ to 17″: you need wheels in the new size.
Choose a load index at least as high as the one on your door placard.

Vehicles that came with both sizes

Vehicles that use 205/55R16

Vehicles that use 225/45R17

See every alternate size for 205/55R16

Frequently asked questions

Can I use 225/45R17 instead of 205/55R16?

Usually, yes: 225/45R17 is within 3% of the overall diameter of 205/55R16 (+0.3%). Use wheels of the right size and width, match or exceed the original load index, and check clearance at full steering lock.

How much does the speedometer change between 205/55R16 and 225/45R17?

With 225/45R17 instead of 205/55R16, the speedometer shows 100 km/h when you are actually doing 100.3 km/h.

Which vehicles came with both 205/55R16 and 225/45R17?

Both sizes were original equipment, on different trims or packages, on the 2023–2024 Hyundai Elantra, 2016–2021 Mini Clubman, 2016–2021 Mini Cooper, 2014–2016, 2018–2020 Fiat 500L, 2001–2005, 2010–2014, 2017–2019 Volkswagen Golf, 2016–2019 Chevrolet Cruze.