--- title: "Hyundai Sonata Tire Size: 205/65R16" description: "How the Hyundai Sonata tire sizes specification changed from 2011 to 2025, compared generation by generation. Every one of 4 factory tire sizes fitted to the Hyundai Sonata, by trim and wheel diameter, with recommended cold pressures. Bolt pattern 5x114.3. Lug nuts torque to 79 lb-ft." url: "https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/tires" updated: "2026-08-21" --- # Hyundai Sonata Tire Sizes, Pressure and Bolt Pattern The specification is not the same across every year we cover, the table below shows exactly where it changes. ## Has the Hyundai Sonata tire sizes specification changed by year? | Model years | Factory sizes | Bolt pattern | Lug torque | Front pressure | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [2020-2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2020-2025/tires) | 205/65R16, 215/55R17, 235/45R18, 245/40R19 | 5x114.3 | 79 lb-ft | 35 PSI | | [2015-2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2015-2019/tires) | 205/65R16, 215/55R17, 235/45R18, 235/40R19 | 5x114.3 | 80 lb-ft | 32 PSI | | [2011-2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2011-2014/tires) | 205/65R16, 215/55R17, 225/45R18 | 5x114.3 | 80 lb-ft | 32 PSI | ## Full specifications by generation The tire sizes on a Hyundai Sonata is set by its generation, not its model year, so each generation has one page carrying the complete figures, part numbers and fitment notes for every year it covers. - [2020-2025 Hyundai Sonata Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2020-2025/tires) - [2015-2019 Hyundai Sonata Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2015-2019/tires) - [2011-2014 Hyundai Sonata Tires & wheels](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2011-2014/tires) ## Hyundai Sonata tire sizes: common questions ### What size tires does a 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 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 Hyundai Sonata? 35 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 Hyundai Sonata? 79 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 Hyundai Sonata come with a spare tire? Compact temporary spare or tire repair kit depending on trim. ## Sources - [Wikipedia, Hyundai Smartstream engine family (G1.6T, G1.6T Hybrid, displacement/output data)](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hyundai_Smartstream_engine) - [AMSoil lookup, 2022 Sonata 2.5L oil viscosity/capacity](https://www.amsoil.com/lookup/auto-and-light-truck/2022/hyundai/sonata/2-5l-4-cyl-engine-code-a-a/) - [Costa Oils, 2023 Sonata 2.5L Turbo (N Line) oil guide](https://costaoils.com/2023-hyundai-sonata-2-5l-turbo-oil-change-guide-2/) - [Hyundai Forums, N Line owner's manual 0W-30 vs. 0W-20 cap discussion](https://www.hyundai-forums.com/threads/0w-20-oil-only-one-listed.671641/) - [Goodyear, 2024 Sonata factory tire fitments by trim](https://www.goodyear.com/en-us/vehicles/Hyundai/Sonata/2024) - [Headquarter Hyundai, 2020 Sonata fuel tank capacity and EPA mpg](https://www.headquarterhyundai.com/research/2020-hyundai-sonata-mpg/) - [US News, 2021 Sonata Limited 1.6T engine specs](https://cars.usnews.com/cars-trucks/hyundai/sonata/2021/specs/sonata-limited-1-6t-416162) - [Go-Parts, 2021-2024 Hyundai/Kia 2.5L Smartstream (G4KN) oil dilution/piston-ring notes](https://www.go-parts.com/garage/engine-complete-assembly-kia-sorento-hyundai-santa-fe-hyundai-sonata-2021-2024) ## Find your exact Sonata - [2025](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2025) - [2024](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2024) - [2023](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2023) - [2022](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2022) - [2021](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2021) - [2020](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2020) - [2019](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2019) - [2018](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2018) - [2017](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2017) - [2016](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2016) - [2015](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2015) - [2014](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2014) - [2013](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2013) - [2012](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2012) - [2011](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/2011) More Hyundai Sonata guides: - [Oil & filter](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/oil) - [Battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/battery) - [Wiper blades](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/wipers) - [Air & cabin filters](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/filters) - [Bulbs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/bulbs) - [Brakes](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/brakes) - [Fluids](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/fluids) - [Service schedule](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/service-schedule) - [Problems & reliability](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/common-problems) - [Oil light reset](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/oil-reset) - [Key fob battery](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/key-fob-battery) - [Specs](https://whichcarparts.com/cars/hyundai/sonata/specs) Specifications vary with engine option, production date, and market.