These tyres fit a large range of performance and luxury cars, including some famous JDM cars such as the Toyota Supra Mk4 and the Mazda Rx7.
The first number, '235', is the tyre's section width in millimetres. This is measured from the mid-point of the sidewall to the same point on the other side of the tyre.
The following number '45' is the tyre's aspect ratio. In this case, the sidewall of the tyre is 45 percent of the section width. The letter 'R that follows the aspect ratio refers to a tyre of a radial ply construction. Finally, the number '17' following the construction code denotes tyre size based on the internal diameter, which is 17 inches.
These tyres fit a large range of performance and luxury cars, including some famous JDM cars such as the Toyota Supra Mk4 and the Mazda Rx7. For a more general range of 17-inch tyre prices, take a look at our guide.These tyres come in a variety of price ranges. A good set of budget tyres can cost you around $94 each, while premium tyres can be found at about $170.
235 45r17 tyres are usually made for on-track performance. The build of these tyres is superior to all-terrain or all-season tyres that typically run around the city or the highway.
Compared to a 205 65r15 tyre the difference in the price is significant, but for a car enthusiast, it is worthwhile.
Suppose you are a budget conscious enthusiast and need performance on a budget. In that case, Diamondback has an offer at $105 per tyre.
Moving towards a more mid-range tyre, Dunlop offers a tyre with great performance, comfort, and low noise at $155 each.
Michelin's absolute premium performance, with immaculate steering control and braking, is at the high end of performance 235 45r17 tyres. They cost $195 per tyre. For more information about Michelin branded tyres, check out our guide.Countless factors come into play, including the build quality and the materials used in the tyre's rubber compound. Factors such as the driving styles, frequency of driving, temperature, tyre pressure, and load all play a significant role in the wear of your tyres. Certain driving styles and preferences have a lot of toll on the tread of your tyre. Accelerating too hard from a stop or while changing gears can lead to your tyres slipping and braking too hard can cause your tyres to lock. In both of these cases, your tyre will see significant wear and lessen its longevity. You can find a tread wear indicator bars across the face of the print to help you gauge the size of the tread; a tread lesser than 1.5mm is inadvisable to be driven on. Also, experts suggest that a tyre ends its useful life after 5 years of use. To see the date the tyre was manufactured, a production date code is moulded into the sidewall.
You can see the tyres that suit your car by looking at the tyre placard, the user's manual of your vehicle, or by looking at the tyre code of the tyres already installed.
After you have decided on the tyre specs that would fit your car perfectly, you need to assess your driving habits. If you prefer performance, such as grip and handling, you need a tyre with a softer compound rubber. Harder tyres are more durable and make up for better fuel economy.
Finally, if you face all sorts of harsh seasons, an all-terrain tyre would be great. If you only drive on roads, you would need a highway-terrain tyre, and if you will off-road a lot, mud-terrain tyres would suit you best. If you are interested in 4-wheel-drive tyres, we have a handy cheat sheet to determining the right 4-wheel-drive tyre for your needs.For more information on car tyres, take a look at the NSW Department of Transport. Check to see if any laws apply to your local area.