2015–2019 LF (7th generation)
2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern
Every one of 4 factory tire sizes fitted to the 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x114.3. Lug nuts torque to 80 lb-ft.
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2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata factory tire sizes
Check your manual| Trim / wheels | Tire size | Pressure (F/R) | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE (16-in) | 205/65R16 | 32 psi | N/A |
| Sport, Limited (17-in) | 215/55R17 | 33 psi | N/A |
| Sport 2.0T, Limited 2.0T (18-in) | 235/45R18 | 35 psi | N/A |
| Limited 2.0T Ultimate/Sport option (19-in) | 235/40R19 | 35 psi | N/A |
2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata bolt pattern and lug nut torque
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Bolt pattern (PCD) | 5x114.3 |
| Lug nut torque | 80 lb-ft |
| Spare tire | Compact temporary spare on most trims |
Tighten in a star pattern with a torque wrench, then re-check after roughly 50 miles. Wheels seat as they are driven. An impact gun routinely overshoots the figure above by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs.
Which Hyundai Sonata model years does this cover?
These tire sizes specifications apply to every Hyundai Sonata built from 2015 through 2019 — the LF (7th generation), mid-size sedan. Nothing in this specification changes between those model years. Pick your year for the engines it offered, what changed that year, and the problems recorded against it.
What changed during the 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata
- 2015Generation launch on the LF platform; Eco 1.6T added
- 2016Hybrid and Plug-in Hybrid trims join the lineup with the Nu 2.0L GDI hybrid powertrain
- 2018Mid-cycle facelift arrives; a new mid-range SEL trim is added with Blue Link telematics, SiriusXM, HD Radio, and a power driver's seat standard (base SE and Eco lose those items as standard equipment)
- 2018–2019Mid-cycle facelift: new front/rear styling, revised interior with digital instrument cluster option, Eco 1.6T dropped from some markets late in the run
- 2019Final model year of the LF generation; facelifted trim lineup and styling carry over unchanged ahead of the all-new DN8 for 2020
2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata tire sizes: common questions
What size tires does a 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata take?
- It varies by trim and wheel size, 4 factory fitments exist, from 205/65R16 up. Check the placard on the driver's door jamb for the size your specific vehicle left the factory with.
What is the bolt pattern on a 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata?
- 5x114.3. That is the figure you need when shopping for aftermarket wheels; centre bore and offset still have to match separately.
What should the tire pressure be on a 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata?
- 32 PSI front and rear, measured cold. The number moulded into the tire sidewall is the tire's maximum, not the vehicle's recommendation. Do not inflate to it.
What is the lug nut torque for a 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata?
- 80 lb-ft, tightened in a star pattern with a torque wrench. Impact guns routinely overshoot this by 100 lb-ft or more, which warps rotors and stretches studs.
Does the 2015–2019 Hyundai Sonata come with a spare tire?
- Compact temporary spare on most trims.
Sources
- Wikipedia, Hyundai Sonata, seventh generation (LF) production/model-year details
- Checkered Flag Hyundai, Sonata oil type/capacity by model year
- Lionheart Tires, Hyundai Sonata factory tire sizes by generation
- YouTube, LF Sonata cabin air filter part number (97133-C...)
- Filterbuy, Sonata cabin air filter location and hybrid part number
- NHTSA, Hyundai consent order, Nov. 2020 (Theta II engine warranty extension)