245/65R17 tires
Prices, best picks and current deals for 245/65R17, a SUVs size fitted to Ford Explorer, Honda Pilot, Honda Ridgeline and more.
What 245/65R17 tires cost
Ironman All Country A/T
Lowest price that still brakes and wears acceptably. Fine for a second car or low annual mileage.
Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S
The value sweet spot: long mileage warranty, solid wet grip, sane price.
Michelin Defender LTX M/S2
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 $568 to $780, and a brand rebate can take another $50 to $110 off, see this month's deals.
About the 245/65R17 size
High-volume SUV size, S/T/H rated with 105/107 load index. Split between highway all-seasons for Pilot owners and light A/T tires for Explorer/Trailblazer.
The numbers mean: 245 mm section width, sidewall height 65 % of that width, and a 17-inch rim. Overall diameter works out to about 29.5 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 245/65R17
- Ford Explorer (2006-2010, XLT)
- Honda Pilot (2009-2015)
- Honda Ridgeline (2006-2014)
- Toyota Highlander (2008-2013)
- Jeep Grand Cherokee (2005-2010, Laredo)
- Chevrolet Trailblazer (2002-2009)
- GMC Envoy (2002-2009)
Confirm on the door-jamb sticker before ordering. Optional wheel packages often change the size within the same model.
Which type of 245/65R17 tire?
Frequently asked questions
How much do 245/65R17 tires cost?
Expect $105–$138 per tire for a budget brand, $142–$195 for a mid-range tire like the Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S, and $200–$275 for a premium tire like the Michelin Defender LTX M/S2. Add roughly $15 to $45 per tire for mounting and balancing.
What vehicles use 245/65R17 tires?
245/65R17 is original equipment on Ford Explorer (2006-2010, XLT), Honda Pilot (2009-2015), Honda Ridgeline (2006-2014), Toyota Highlander (2008-2013), Jeep Grand Cherokee (2005-2010, Laredo), Chevrolet Trailblazer (2002-2009), GMC Envoy (2002-2009), 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 245/65R17 tire?
For most drivers our mid-range pick, the Cooper Discoverer AT3 4S, 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 Defender LTX M/S2 is worth the extra. On a tight budget the Ironman All Country A/T is a sound choice.
Can I replace just one or two 245/65R17 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.