TyreSize.in

Maruti Suzuki WagonR Tyre Size

Mukesh Kumar

Automotive content lead, 8 years covering Indian car specs

Verified against OEM Data (2026-09-02)
Official OEM Link

Factory OEM Tyre Size / मूल टायर साइज

155/80 R13 / 165/70 R14

OEM Verified Documentation

WagonR Brochure

View Official Source Document

Complete Tyre & Wheel Specifications

SpecificationOfficial Manufacturer Specification
Factory OEM Tyre Sizes
155/80 R13(79T)LXi 1.0 / LXi CNG
165/70 R14(81T)VXi / ZXi
Trim / Variant ApplicationLXi 1.0/LXi CNG: 155/80 R13; VXi/ZXi: 165/70 R14
Alternative / Other Factory Sizes155/80 R13, 175/65 R14
Rim Diameter (रिम का आकार)13 / 14 inch
Load Index79 (13") / 81 (14")
Speed RatingT (190 km/h)
Tyre Pressure / हवा का दबाव (Standard)Front (आगे): 33 psi (Placard) · Rear (पीछे): 33 psi (Placard)
Manufacturer Source:WagonR BrochureOfficial PDF
Trim coverage: LXi 1.0/LXi CNG: 155/80 R13; VXi/ZXi: 165/70 R14Inflation note: Not directly established from the located official brochure; check vehicle door placard
Open Official OEM Doc

What This Size Means

155 = tread width in millimetres. 80 = aspect ratio, meaning the sidewall height is 80% of the tread width (124 mm). R = radial construction (or bias-ply if dash-indicated). 13 = wheel rim diameter in inches (330 mm).

Editor's Technical Insight

The WagonR's iconic tall-boy design gives it unmatched headroom and ease of ingress, but also introduces a relatively high center of gravity that makes tyre choice and condition especially crucial. On 1.2L ZXi models fitted with 165/70 R14 tyres, the contact patch provides reasonable directional stability at urban speeds. Base 1.0L variants equipped with narrower 155/80 R13 rubber exhibit noticeable body roll during sharp lane changes at 70-80 km/h. For owners who frequently navigate highways or high-speed flyovers, upgrading to 175/65 R14 provides a welcome 10mm wider footprint that noticeably reduces wind buffeting from passing heavy commercial vehicles. Due to the firm suspension tuning and urban duty cycles over speed tables, WagonR front tyres typically experience inside shoulder wear if toe alignment is not re-set every 10,000 km. Maintaining factory 33 psi ensures optimal fuel economy—a major selling proposition for this model.

Tyre Options Available in India

Verified replacement options compatible with Maruti Suzuki WagonR stock wheel rims:

CEAT

Milaze X3

Estimated price:₹3,200–3,800
Apollo

Amazer 3G Maxx

Estimated price:₹3,100–3,700
Bridgestone

B250

Estimated price:₹3,500–4,200

Try It: Compare Upgrade Sizes

Calculate rolling diameter deviation, ground clearance difference, and speedometer error before upsizing.

OEM size is pre-filled. Enter your desired upgrade size to compare.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I replace 155/80 R13 tyres on my WagonR with 165/70 R14?
Yes, but this requires swapping both tyres and wheels from 13-inch to 14-inch rims. The rolling diameter difference is tiny (+1.6mm or 0.3%), ensuring complete safety and accurate speedometer readings.
मारुति वैगन आर में हवा (टायर प्रेशर) कितनी होनी चाहिए? (Maruti WagonR tyre pressure)
Maruti Suzuki recommends 33 psi for both front and rear tyres (आगे और पीछे दोनों 33 psi). Maintaining 33 psi delivers optimal mileage and prevents excessive body roll in the tall-boy cabin.
Is it safe to upsize to 175/65 R14 on a WagonR?
Yes, 175/65 R14 is a well-tested upsize on 14-inch rims that improves high-speed stability and wet braking without rubbing the fender liners, with a minimal 0.7% change in diameter.
Do WagonR CNG variants wear out rear tyres faster?
Yes — the CNG tank mounted behind the rear bench adds around 65-70 kg of continuous load. Inspect rear tyre tread depth every 10,000 km and maintain tyre rotation to avoid premature centre tread wear.