Hyundai Elantra Tires Guide: How to Choose Tires for the Hyundai Elantra

If you, like many Miami commuters, drive a Hyundai Elantra, consider reviewing this Hyundai Elantra tires guide from Doral Hyundai. Here, we break down everything you need to know, from the optimal tire pressure for the Hyundai Elantra to what tire sizes the Hyundai Elantra can accommodate. Afterward, contact us and speak with our experienced service technicians if you have further questions or want to inquire about any service specials or coupons we may offer. 

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Hyundai Elantra Tire Size: Understanding Tire Size

The current generation Elantra is compatible with 15-, 17-, 18-, and 19-inch wheels, with the latter only available on the performance-oriented Elantra N. As wheel size dictates which tire size you can use, and model year and trim level, in turn, dictate which wheel size your Elantra has, you should first check your owner’s manual or the tire placard on the driver’s side door for the correct tire size. If you can’t find it on the driver’s side door, check the doorpost, glove box, and fuel door. 

Once you find the placard, you’ll see a combination of numbers and letters, such as “195/65 R15.” Let’s break down from left to right and learn what this means: 

• 195: Tire width in millimeters.
• 65: Aspect ratio, or the height of the tire sidewall as a percentage of tire width.
• R: Radial tire construction. This method of tire construction arranges plies at a 90-degree angle to the direction of travel (i.e., radially from the center of the tire) to improve tire flexibility and durability. Radial tire construction is used for the vast majority of consumer-vehicle tires today.
• 15: Wheel rim diameter in inches.

Let’s put it back together. Here are some tire sizes that are compatible with the current-generation Elantra: 

• 195/65 R15
• 225/45 R17
• 235/40 R18
• 245/35 R19 

You may also see letters such as a “P” or “LT.” These tell you what class of vehicle the tire should be used on. “P,” for example, stands for “passenger car” while “LT” refers to “light truck.”

What is the Optimal Tire Pressure for the Hyundai Elantra?

On the tire placard, you’ll also find numbers followed by “PSI.” “PSI” stands for “pounds per square inch,” and the numbers denote the optimal tire pressure for the Hyundai Elantra. The PSI you’ll see tells you the optimal cold tire pressure, or PSI when the tires are at their coldest temperature. It’s important to check this before you start driving, as tires naturally heat up and tire pressure increases as you drive. For most Elantra models, you should aim for a cold tire pressure of 33 PSI. 

Choosing Tires for the Hyundai Elantra: What Tires are Available?

As long as you correctly match the tire size to the wheels you have on your Hyundai Elantra, you can use several different types of tires for your Doral travels. Depending on the season, where you intend to travel, or what you intend to do, the Hyundai Elantra can be equipped with the following tire types:

• All-Season
• All-Terrain
• Summer
• Winter
• High-Performance

Visit our parts and service center to learn more about Hyundai Elantra tire sizes, how to choose tires for the Hyundai Elantra, what tires we have available, and more. 

Explore Available Hyundai Elantra Tires With Doral Hyundai

Visit us in Doral today and speak with our service specialists about optimal tire care practices. Whether you come to see us for a routine tire rotation or want to switch out your tires to match the weather you’re experiencing in Hialeah, Doral Hyundai can help.