Section Width685 mm (27.0")
Aspect Ratio42%
Rim Diameter17"
Overall Diameter1007 mm (39.6")
Sidewall Height288 mm
Circumference3164 mm
685/42R17 — Buy Tires

Everything to know about the 685/42R17 tire size

Size geometry

A 685/42R17 tire has a 685mm section width and a 42% aspect ratio, mounted on a 17-inch rim. Sidewall height works out to 287.7mm (11.33") and overall outside diameter is 1007.2mm (39.65"). At highway speed the tire completes about 316 revolutions per kilometre — your speedometer and odometer were calibrated against this number.

Direct substitute sizes

If 685/42R17 is unavailable, the closest same-diameter substitutes on the same rim are 675/43R17 and 695/41R17. Both keep your speedometer reading within 1% — safe for daily use, ABS, and stability control. Always verify load and speed ratings before swapping.

Plus / minus sizing options

For a 685/42R17 you can upsize to 695/40R18 (plus-one) to fit a larger wheel without changing the speedometer reading, or downsize to 675/45R16 (minus-one) for a softer ride or winter setup. Both stay inside the Âą3% diameter tolerance that ABS and TPMS systems expect.

Vehicle compatibility

0 vehicles in our database run the 685/42R17 tire size from the factory. Aftermarket fitment depends on rim width, offset, and clearance — match these specs to your wheel before purchasing tires.

Vehicles Using 685/42R17

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