Hyundai Verna Tyre Size
Mukesh Kumar
Automotive content lead, 8 years covering Indian car specs
Factory OEM Tyre Size / मूल टायर साइज
185/65 R15 / 205/55 R16
Complete Tyre & Wheel Specifications
| Specification | Official Manufacturer Specification |
|---|---|
| Factory OEM Tyre Sizes | 185/65 R15(88H)EX / S 205/55 R16(91V)SX / SX(O) / Turbo |
| Trim / Variant Application | EX/S: 185/65 R15; SX/SX(O)/Turbo: 205/55 R16 |
| Alternative / Other Factory Sizes | 185/65 R15, 215/50 R17 |
| Rim Diameter (रिम का आकार) | 15 / 16 inch |
| Load Index | 88 (15") / 91 (16") |
| Speed Rating | H (210 km/h) / V (240 km/h) |
| Tyre Pressure / हवा का दबाव (Standard) | Front (आगे): 33 psi (Placard) · Rear (पीछे): 33 psi (Placard) |
What This Size Means
185 = tread width in millimetres. 65 = aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 65% of the tread width (120 mm). R = radial construction (or bias-ply if dash-indicated). 15 = wheel rim diameter in inches (381 mm).
Editor's Technical Insight
The new-generation Hyundai Verna represents a major leap forward in both footprint and powertrain performance, boasting a formidable 1.5L Turbo GDi petrol engine producing 160 PS and 253 Nm of torque. With this substantial performance potential, the factory 205/55 R16 tyres play a paramount role in putting power down without wheel slip. On SX and SX(O) variants, the 205mm wide tread provides confidence under hard braking from triple-digit expressway speeds, while the 'V' speed rating (certified up to 240 km/h) ensures high thermal stability on long runs. However, the relatively low 55% aspect ratio yields a 113mm sidewall, which requires drivers to exercise caution around sharp road cuts and railway crossings to avoid rim pinching. Owners running the 1.5L Turbo model who enjoy spirited highway driving frequently upgrade from factory MRF rubber to Continental UC6 or Michelin Primacy 4, which dramatically improves wet braking bite and suppresses high-speed cabin tyre resonance.
Tyre Options Available in India
Verified replacement options compatible with Hyundai Verna stock wheel rims:
UltraContact UC6
BlueEarth-GT AE51
Alnac 4G
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