225/40R17 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 225/40R17, a performance cars size fitted to Volkswagen GTI, Volkswagen Jetta GLI, Audi A3 and more.
What 225/40R17 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 $464 to $660, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 225/40R17 size
Compact sport size, W/Y rated summer or V all-season. Aging fitment list; GTI owners are the core buyers.
The numbers mean: 225 mm section width, sidewall height 40 % of that width, and a 17-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 24.1 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 225/40R17
- Volkswagen GTI (2006-2014)
- Volkswagen Jetta GLI (2006-2014)
- Audi A3 (2006-2013)
- Mini Cooper S (2007-2013, 17 in)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 225/40R17 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.
Summer Tires
Sports-car and performance-sedan owners, and anyone in a warm climate who wants the best possible grip and steering.
Performance Tires
Owners of sports sedans, hot hatches and performance crossovers who want year-round tires with real handling.
Frequently asked questions
How much do 225/40R17 tires cost?
Expect $82–$112 per tire for a budget brand, $116–$165 for a mid-range tire like the Continental ExtremeContact DWS06 Plus, and $168–$245 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 225/40R17 tires?
225/40R17 is original equipment on Volkswagen GTI (2006-2014), Volkswagen Jetta GLI (2006-2014), Audi A3 (2006-2013), Mini Cooper S (2007-2013, 17 in), 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 225/40R17 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 225/40R17 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.