235/80R17 vs 255/80R17: Gas Mileage & Performance Comparison
* Below is a comparison table. Assuming 2 tires of the same manufacturer, material and tested on the same road conditions.
| 255/80R17 | 235/80R17 | |
| Wet/Snowy Roads | Reduced Traction | Better Traction |
| Rough Terrain | Smoother Ride | Reduced Stability |
| Handling/Steering | Better | Less Responsive |
| Gas Mileage | Better | Good |
| Road Noise | Quiet | Quieter |
| Cost | More Expensive | Less Expensive |
Can You Replace The 255/80R17 With The 235/80R17?
No, both tires have the same rim diameter, but the 235/80R17 has a smaller overall diameter than the 255/80R17 which is -3.96% (1.26-inch).
When you want to replace a different tire size, as a rule, for the rim diameter, you will need to be sure that your tires and rims are an exact match, e.g. a 255/80R17 tire will only fit on a 17″ diameter rim.
You Can check our tools and charts below to find your size:
