215/65R17 tires

215/65R17 is the base-trim size of the 2017 to 2023 Jeep Compass in Sport and similar trims. It is easily confused with two neighbors, 225/65R17 and 215/55R17, which are what many other compact crossovers use, so it pays to read the sidewall twice. Below are real prices for 188 tires in stock, three picks with their size-specific specifications, and how to tell these close sizes apart.

What 215/65R17 tires cost

Prices are per tire, before mounting and balancing. A set of four in the mid range comes to roughly $424 to $600, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.

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Close is not the same: 215/65R17, 225/65R17 and 215/55R17

The three sizes differ by a single digit, and the differences are real. A 215/65R17 is about 28 inches tall. A 225/65R17, the size on many Mazda CX-5, Honda CR-V and Toyota RAV4 trims, is about half an inch taller and four tenths of an inch wider. A 215/55R17, used on the Honda HR-V, is about 1.7 inches shorter. Fitting the wrong one changes the speedometer reading, the ride height and, on all-wheel-drive vehicles, the calibration of the traction systems.

The door-jamb placard gives the size for your exact trim. Check it before ordering, and check the old tires: a previous owner may already have fitted the wrong size.

Compass with four-wheel drive

Many Compass models in this size have Jeep's four-wheel-drive system, which watches the wheel speeds at each corner. Replace all four tires together and rotate them regularly so they wear at the same rate. A single new tire next to three worn ones is enough of a diameter difference to make the system work against itself. Our three picks are all touring all-seasons in this size, which suits how most Compass owners drive; none of them carries the 3PMSF snow symbol.

What the numbers on the sidewall mean

A 215/65R17 tire is 215 millimeters wide, its sidewall is 65 percent of that (about 5.5 inches tall), and it mounts on a 17-inch wheel. That works out to an overall diameter of roughly 28 inches. Every replacement has to match all three numbers, and the load index and speed rating on the placard inside the driver's door have to be met or exceeded.

In this size our picks are marked 103H on the Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport (1,929 lb per tire, rated to 130 mph), 99T on the Cooper Endeavor Plus (1,709 lb per tire, rated to 118 mph) and 99H on the Goodyear Assurance Finesse (1,709 lb per tire, rated to 130 mph). The first number is the load index, the letter the speed rating; a tire with equal or higher values than your placard is fine, a lower one is not.

Our guide on reading a tire size walks through the markings, and this one lists every load index and speed code.

Our three picks, side by side

One tire at each price level from what the retailer stocks in this size, with the mileage warranty and UTQG grades as published by the manufacturers and their retailers. Treadwear is the number to compare: it is a relative wear rate, so 700 should last roughly twice as long as 350 on the same car.

Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport, $122.99. A strong specification for the price: an extra-load 103H tire with 11/32 inch of tread, a 720 A A grade and a 70,000-mile warranty in this size. It is the heaviest of the three at 26.9 pounds.

Cooper Endeavor Plus, $139.99. Cooper's crossover touring tire, a 99T in this size graded 680 A A, with a 65,000-mile warranty and a 45-day satisfaction guarantee. The silica compound and dense siping give it decent grip in rain and light snow.

Goodyear Assurance Finesse, $152.96. Goodyear's touring tire with a compound designed to reduce rolling resistance, here a 99H graded 540 A A. The listing shows no mileage warranty for this size, and its treadwear grade is the lowest of the three, so buy it for quietness and efficiency rather than longevity.

What 215/65R17 tires cost across the whole range

Of the 244 tires listed in this size, 188 are in stock today. The lowest price is the Lionhart Lionclaw HT at $76.96, a 98T tire. The median is $132.99; a third of the tires cost $105.96 or less, and the top five percent start above $209.99. Those are per-tire prices before mounting and balancing, which adds $15 to $45 per tire at most shops, read from the retailer's feed Nov 13, 2026.

The same tires in neighboring sizes

The Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport, our budget pick here at $122.99, is also stocked in 215/70R16 ($108.99), 215/50R17 ($122.99), 225/50R17 ($119.99) and 225/65R17 ($118.65). The Cooper Endeavor Plus, our mid-range pick here at $139.99, is also stocked in 225/60R17 ($149.99), 225/65R17 ($157.99), 235/65R17 ($164.99) and 225/55R18 ($167.99). The Goodyear Assurance Finesse, our premium pick here at $152.96, is also stocked in 225/55R18 ($206.96). Useful if your vehicle came with a different wheel package, or if you are comparing an upsize: the same tire usually costs more per inch of wheel, not per inch of rubber. Prices per tire, from the retailer's feed Nov 13, 2026.

Winter in this size: what the states actually require

Crossovers in this size come both ways, front-wheel drive and all-wheel drive, and the difference matters under the traction laws. In Colorado the Passenger Vehicle Traction Law applies on the 126 miles of I-70 between Dotsero and Morrison from September 1 to May 31. You need either an all-wheel-drive or four-wheel-drive vehicle, or tires marked M+S, 3PMSF or rated all-weather by the manufacturer, and in every case at least 3/16 inch of tread. Fines start at $130. An AWD crossover passes on the vehicle alone; a front-wheel-drive one does not, and then the tire marking is what the trooper checks. If you want one set year-round in the snow belt, an all-weather tire with the 3PMSF symbol is the better answer than a plain all-season.

None of our picks in this size, the Cooper Endeavor Plus, carries the 3PMSF symbol; for that, look at the all-weather and winter tires.

Vehicles that came with 215/65R17

• Jeep Compass (2017-2023, Sport)

Many other compact crossovers use 225/65R17, 225/60R17 or 215/55R17 instead; read the door placard before you order.

Which type of 215/65R17 tire?

Frequently asked questions

How much do 215/65R17 tires cost?

Expect $77–$106 per tire for a budget brand, $106–$150 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Endeavor Plus, and $150–$210 for a premium tire like the Goodyear Assurance Finesse. A set of four therefore starts at about $308. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.

What vehicles use 215/65R17 tires?

215/65R17 is original equipment on Jeep Compass (2017-2023, Sport), 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 215/65R17 tire?

For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Cooper Endeavor 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 Goodyear Assurance Finesse is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Milestar Weatherguard AS710 Sport is a sound choice.

Can I replace just one or two 215/65R17 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.