205/45R17 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 205/45R17, a compact cars size fitted to Hyundai Accent, Kia Rio, Honda Fit and more.
What 205/45R17 tires cost
Kumho Ecsta PA51
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
Best wet and snow braking, quietest ride, longest tread life. Worth it if you keep the car.
Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing, based on what the big US online retailers charge for this size. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $400 to $560, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 205/45R17 size
Small sporty size, V/W rated. Subcompact volume is modest, so shop the mid-range lines; summer tires exist for the hot-hatch crowd.
The numbers mean: 205 mm section width, sidewall height 45 % of that width, and a 17-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 24.3 inches. Any replacement has to match all three, and the load index and speed rating on your door sticker must be met or exceeded. Our guide on reading a tire size walks through it.
Vehicles that use 205/45R17
- Hyundai Accent (2018-2022, Limited)
- Kia Rio (2018-2023, S 17 in)
- Honda Fit (2009-2013, Sport optional)
- Ford Fiesta ST (2014-2019, upsize from 205/40R17)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 205/45R17 tire?
All-Season Tires
Drivers in the South, West Coast and mild parts of the Midwest who want one set of tires that lasts a long time and is quiet.
All-Weather Tires
Drivers in snow-belt states who want one set of tires with proven snow traction and no seasonal swap.
Winter Tires
Anyone in the northern US, Canada-border states or mountain regions where snow and ice are on the roads for weeks at a time.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 205/45R17 tires cost?
Expect $70–$95 per tire for a budget brand, $100–$140 for a mid-range tire like the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, and $145–$205 for a premium tire like the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 205/45R17 tires?
205/45R17 is original equipment on Hyundai Accent (2018-2022, Limited), Kia Rio (2018-2023, S 17 in), Honda Fit (2009-2013, Sport optional), Ford Fiesta ST (2014-2019, upsize from 205/40R17), among others. Always confirm with the sticker inside your driver's door, because trim levels and wheel packages can change the size.
What is the best 205/45R17 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, is the sweet spot of price and tread life. If you keep the vehicle a long time or drive in heavy rain and snow, the Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Kumho Ecsta PA51 is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 205/45R17 tires?
On a front- or rear-wheel-drive car, yes: replace in pairs on the same axle and put the newer pair on the rear. On all-wheel-drive vehicles most makers want all four replaced together, or a new tire shaved to match, because a difference in circumference strains the drivetrain.