215/50 R17 Tyre Pressure
The tyre size 215/50 R17 is used on a wide range of vehicles, from hatchbacks to family saloons. While the physical tyre is the same, the recommended pressure varies depending on the weight of the vehicle and the manufacturer's suspension tuning.
Typical pressure for 215/50 R17
Front Axle Range
Rear Axle Range
* Data based on 13 vehicle configurations in our database using this tyre size. Always check your own vehicle's sticker.
Vehicles using 215/50 R1713 models
DS DS 4
2016 • Mk1
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Ford Focus
2021 • Mk4
Front 33 psi / Rear 33 psi
Hatchback
Ford Puma
2020 • Mk1
Front 33 psi / Rear 35 psi
SUV
Ford Focus
2018 • Mk4
Front 33 psi / Rear 33 psi
Hatchback
Honda Civic
2017 • Mk10
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Hyundai i30
2017 • Mk3
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Nissan Leaf
2019 • Mk2
Front 36 psi / Rear 36 psi
Hatchback
Peugeot 308
2021 • Mk3
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Renault Megane
2017 • Mk4
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Seat Leon
2021 • Mk4
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Seat Arona
2020 • Mk1
Front 34 psi / Rear 34 psi
SUV
Skoda Octavia
2020 • Mk4
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Vauxhall Astra
2020 • Mk7
Front 33 psi / Rear 30 psi
Hatchback
Why does 215/50 R17 pressure vary?
Even though many cars share the 215/50 R17 tyre size, the recommended pressure depends on:
- Vehicle Weight: A heavier car needs more air pressure to support its mass and maintain the tyre's shape.
- Load: Carrying passengers or luggage significantly increases the required pressure on the rear tyres.
- Handling: Manufacturers tune tyre pressure to achieve specific steering response and comfort levels.