Tire fitment
The 2021-2025 Kia Sorento base tire size is 235/65R17 — 235 mm wide with a 65% aspect ratio on 17″ rims. 4 OEM sizes are available across trims.
2021-2025 Kia Sorento
235/65R1729″ overall diameter · 152.8 mm sidewall · ~695 rev/mi
| Trim | Tire size | Rim | Diameter | vs Base |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX ★ | 235/65R17 | 7×17″ | 29″ (737.3 mm) | — |
| S | 235/60R18 | 7×18″ | 29.1″ (739.2 mm) | +0.26% |
| EX | 235/55R19 | 7.5×19″ | 29.2″ (741.1 mm) | +0.52% |
| SX/X-Line | 255/45R20 | 8×20″ | 29″ (737.5 mm) | +0.03% |
The 2021-2025 Kia Sorento ships with 235/65R17 tires on the base trim — that's an overall diameter of 29″. The 235 mm width and 65% sidewall ratio give you 152.8 mm of sidewall cushion between the rim and the road.
Match the load index and speed rating from your door-jamb placard — not just the size. If you're switching sizes, keep the overall diameter within ~3% to avoid speedometer error and potential ABS/traction-control issues.
Factory fitment for the 2021-2025 Kia Sorento; verify against your door-jamb placard or owner's manual.
The base 2021-2025 Kia Sorento uses 235/65R17 tires — 235 mm wide, 65% aspect ratio, on 17-inch rims. The overall diameter is 29″ (737.3 mm). Higher trims use different sizes — see the table above. Confirm against your door-jamb placard.
Yes, within limits. Keep the overall diameter within about 3% of 29″ to avoid speedometer error and clearance issues. A wider tire may improve grip, but match the load and speed ratings your Sorento requires.
235/65R17 tires have an overall diameter of 29″ (737.3 mm), with a 152.8 mm sidewall height. That's about 695 revolutions per mile.
The 2021-2025 Kia Sorento tire sizes shown are OEM factory fitments. Confirm your exact tire size, load rating, and speed rating against the door-jamb placard or owner's manual before buying tires.