What model of tires does the 7th generation Elantra use?

[SanJohn]

The tire model for the 7th generation Elantra is 225/45/R17, and the original tire brand is Nexen Npriz-CX. Nexen Tire was founded in 1942 and successfully produced Korea's first automotive tires in 1956. Since 2012, it has been supplying original tires to global automakers, including Porsche, Volkswagen, General Motors, Skoda, Hyundai, Kia, Renault, FCA, BAIC New Energy, Suzuki, and many other global car manufacturers. For the 7th generation Elantra's tires, the following points should be noted during daily use: Regularly check the tire surface for cracks, deformations, or other defects. Due to driving wear, the tread grooves gradually become shallower. If the tread wears flat, it loses its drainage and anti-slip functions, significantly reducing the car's performance. Even small cracks can pose a risk of tire blowouts at high speeds. Additionally, promptly remove pebbles lodged in the grooves. Park on level ground whenever possible. Avoid parking on roads with thick, sharp, or pointed stones. Do not park near or in contact with petroleum products, acids, or other materials that can deteriorate rubber. After parking, the driver should avoid turning the steering wheel, as this action accelerates tire wear. Do not splash water to cool overheated tires. In hot weather or during high-speed driving, tires can overheat, and pressure may increase. In such cases, park to allow the tires to cool naturally. Never release air to reduce pressure or splash water to cool the tires, as this can cause abnormal aging of the tread rubber. Avoid sudden braking. Try to minimize frequent and hard braking to prevent accelerated tread wear caused by dragging between the tires and the road surface.

[VanErin]

I've been driving the 7th generation Elantra for almost two years, which came with Nexen NPriz AH8 patterned tires as original equipment. The base model uses 205/55 R16 specifications, while the higher trim version is equipped with 225/45 R17 size. This Korean brand tire is particularly fuel-efficient, offers good wet road grip, and tire noise is almost inaudible below 60 km/h. However, I recommend checking the tread depth every 30,000 kilometers as urban road wear is faster than expected. Never opt for cheap off-brand tires when replacing - only OEM-designed matching tires can bring out the chassis' best performance.

[DelGenesis]

From a chassis engineer's perspective, the tire matching on the 7th-generation Elantra is meticulously considered. The base model comes with 215/55 R16 Kumho SOLUS HS63 tires, while the top trim features 225/45 R17 Michelin PRIMACY 4 tires. This aspect ratio design provides optimal sidewall support to balance comfort and handling, improving roll control by 30% compared to the previous generation during cornering. A reminder to owners: when replacing tires, ensure the speed rating is H (210km/h) or higher to prevent slippage during hard acceleration. Rear tires tend to wear unevenly faster than front tires, so it's recommended to perform a four-wheel alignment every 8,000 kilometers.

[Sousa]

Our repair shop frequently encounters tire replacement requests for the Elantra. The most common specifications are 205/55 R16 for base models and 225/45 R17 for high-end models. Original equipment often uses Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 or Nexen NPriz AH8 tires, with market prices ranging from 500-800 RMB per tire. Three important reminders: 1) Always check the tire pressure sensors during replacement - this vehicle comes standard with active TPMS; 2) Never mix different tire brands as uneven grip can be dangerous; 3) The rear suspension has a special structure, requiring identical pattern tires on the same axle.