This is our guide to Toyota tyre pressure and tyre advice. When it comes to car maintenance, many of us think only about oil changes and brake pads. However, tyres also deserve our attention, since they’re the only part of our vehicles that actually touch the road surface.
In this article we provide information concerning tyre law in the UK and on the continent (where motorway speeds can be higher) and inform you of the tyre sizes and preferred pressure levels for all models in the current Toyota passenger vehicle range.
Toyota tyre pressure and size guide
The tyre sizes and recommended general inflation pressures for all current models in the Toyota passenger vehicle range can be found in the table below. Inflation pressures for older models can usually be found either on one of the car’s B-pillars, on the inside of the glove box lid, or within the owner’s manual.
MODEL | TYRE SIZE | PRESSURE FRONT | PRESSURE REAR |
Aygo X | 175/65 R17 | 2.6 bar or 37 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Aygo X | 175/60 R18 | 2.6 bar or 37 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Yaris | 185/65 R15 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Yaris | 195/55 R16 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
Yaris | 205/45 R17 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
GR Yaris | 225/40 R18 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
Yaris Cross | 205/65 R16 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Yaris Cross | 215/55 R17 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
Yaris Cross | 215/50 R18 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
Corolla | 205/55 R16 | 2.5 bar or 36 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Corolla | 225/45 R17 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.1 bar or 31 psi |
Corolla | 225/40 R18 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.1 bar or 31 psi |
Toyota C-HR | 215/60 R17 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Toyota C-HR | 225/50 R18 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Toyota C-HR | 225/45 R19 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
bZ4X | 235/60 R18 | 2.6 bar or 38 psi | 2.6 bar or 38 psi |
bZ4X | 235/50 R20 | 2.6 bar or 38 psi | 2.6 bar or 38 psi |
RAV4 | 225/65 R17 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
RAV4 | 225/60 R18 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
RAV4 | 235/55 R19 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
RAV4 Plug-in | 235/55 R19 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Highlander | 235/55 R20 | 2.6 bar or 38 psi | 2.6 bar or 38 psi |
GR86 | 215/40 R18 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
GR Supra (front) | 255/35 R19 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | n/a |
GR Supra (rear) | 275/35 R19 | n/a | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Land Cruiser | 245/70 R17 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Land Cruiser | 265/65 R17 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Land Cruiser | 265/55 R19 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Proace Verso | 215/65 R16 | 2.9 bar or 42 psi | 2.9 bar or 42 psi |
Proace Verso | 215/60 R17 | 2.9 bar or 42 psi | 2.9 bar or 42 psi |
Hilux | 225/70 R17 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Hilux | 265/65 R17 | 2.0 bar or 29 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
Hilux | 265/60 R18 | 2.0 bar or 29 psi | 2.0 bar or 29 psi |
Mirai | 235/55 R19 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Mirai | 245/45 R20 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Recently discontinued models:
Aygo | 165/60 R15 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Auris | 205/55 R16 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Auris | 225/45 R17 | 2.3 bar or 33 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Avensis | 205/60 R16 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Avensis | 215/55 R17 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Avensis | 225/45 R18 | 2.5 bar or 36 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Camry | 215/55 R17 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Camry | 235/45 R18 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Prius | 195/65 R15 | 2.5 bar or 36 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Prius | 215/45 R17 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.1 bar or 30 psi |
Prius Plug-in | 195/65 R15 | 2.5 bar or 36 psi | 2.4 bar or 35 psi |
Verso | 205/65 R16 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
Verso | 205/55 R17 | 2.4 bar or 35 psi | 2.3 bar or 33 psi |
RAV4 (prev) | 225/65 R17 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
RAV4 (prev) | 235/55 R18 | 2.2 bar or 32 psi | 2.2 bar or 32 psi |
Toyota tyre pressure frequently asked questions
1. What is the required tyre tread depth in the UK?
The UK government states that cars, light vans and light trailers must have a minimum tread depth of 1.6mm and “there must be tread across the middle three-quarters and around the entire tyre.”*
2. Is there a general government recommendation for tyre pressure?
No, tyre pressure recommendations vary from car to car. Car manufacturers set the values for inflation levels.
3. Where can I check the pressures for my Toyota if it is not listed below?
The tyre pressure for your Toyota will be listed in the vehicle handbook and in the driver-side door recess.
4. What rules are there concerning tyre condition?
Your tyres should be free from certain cuts and other defects such as uneven tread wear and foreign objects, such as nails.
5. Are there any tyre-related laws that I should be aware of when driving on the continent?
Yes, but they are mainly concerned with the fitment of winter tyres. The European countries listed below legally enforce the use of winter tyres between the stated dates*. Minimum tread depths may also change in winter or from country to country, so it’s best to check local laws before you depart.
Austria | 1 November to 15 April |
Estonia | 1 December to 28/29 February |
Finland | 1 December to 28/29 February |
Germany | In adverse winter weather conditions |
Latvia | 1 December to 28/29 February |
Norway | In adverse winter weather conditions winter tyres or chains must be used |
Sweden | 1 December to 31 March |
6. Why do pressure levels vary depending on wheel size?
Pressures vary because larger diameter wheels use lower-profile tyres. Low profile tyres have less rolling resistance and drag than higher-walled tyres, so inflating them to the same level as high-profile rubber can give a harsh ride and increase road noise.
Did you find the answer in our Toyota tyre pressure guide? Head to our customer website to find more specific information about your car or to request a tyre check from your local dealer.
*Information correct at time of publication
Can you tell me if there should be a difference in tyre pressure for an empty or fully loaded car? My previous car, an Vauxhall Astra Estate, had different pressures depending on whether the car was fully loaded or not.
Hi Carl,
We would recommend checking one of your vehicle’s B-pillars or within your owner’s manual for information on this.
Alternatively, if you provide your vehicle registration we can look into this for you.
Thanks.
Joe
More than one tyre size is fitted from new
Please cover these alternatives
Eg:
Aygo with 165/65 R14 (75 T)
Hi I have a 2006 aygo what tyre pressure should I have in front and back. Don’t understand what psi stands for
Hi Lynda,
Thanks for your comment.
Inflation pressures can usually be found either on one your car’s B-pillars, on the inside of the glove box lid, or within the owner’s manual.
PSI stands for “pounds per square inch”, it is a unit of pressure.
Thanks.
Joe
More than one tyre size is fitted from new
Please cover these alternatives
Eg:
Aygo with 155/65 R14 (75 T)
What is the best tyre pressure for Toyota estima hybrid with tyre size 215/65 r17
Hi Arfat,
Please provide the vehicle registration so we can look into this for you.
Thanks.
Hi there,
Just got a CHR Hybrid 2017 reg and I need to fill air. What is the PSI as it shows in other measures and I don’t want to over or under inflate.
Thanks
Hi Candi, thanks for your comment.
The tyre pressures should be displayed just inside the door frame, on the pillar itself. You can convert bar to psi here: https://fal.cn/3lnkI although the vehicle should display both measures and the inflation machines at petrol stations can also be altered.
Thanks.
Hi
What is the best tyre pressure for Toyota prius 2018 with tyre size 215/55 r17.
Vehicle’s B pillar suggest tyre size of 195/65 R15 36 psi in front tyres and 35 psi in rear tyres
Hi Abu, thanks for your comment.
The information you quoted which is detailed on the vehicle itself is correct.
Thanks.
What is the best 185/65/15R tyre pressure for Toyota Prius hybrid
Hi Malik,
Please refer to your Owner’s Manual for further assistance.
Thanks.
What is the best tyre pressure for Toyota Corolla 2007 with Tyre 205/65 R15
Hi Abina,
Please provide your vehicle registration so we can look into this for you.
Thanks.
Hi,
What is the air pressure for Toyota Verso 2007, tire 215/55. It is not mentioned on the B puller.
Kindly advise.
Hi Sijo,
Thanks for your comment.
We would recommend checking your Owners Manual.
Thanks.
Hi We have a 2008 Yaris SR with motor sport wheels.
I believe the car is fitted on wrong size tyres currently fitted 195/50R16 V rated.
I believe that the car should be fitted on 195/55R16 V rated, as can’t find any other information on tyre pressures.
Thanks in advance.
Hi Tim,
We would recommend taking your vehicle to your nearest Toyota Centre who will be able to investigate this for you.
Thanks.