The best 17-inch performance all-season tires give sharper handling and better dry and wet grip than ordinary touring tires, while staying usable in light snow. The trade-off is usually shorter tread life, a firmer ride and less snow grip than a touring or winter tire. Match the size and speed rating to your placard first.
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Top 17-inch performance all-season tires at a glance
Sizes come from each listing’s own title or description. One Amazon listing can cover several sizes, so confirm yours before ordering.
| Tire | Size per listing | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Kumho Majesty Solus KU50 | 225/45R17 91W | UHP all-season |
| Falken Ziex ZE950 (215/55R17) | 215/55R17 94W | Asymmetric tread |
| Falken Ziex ZE950 (225-series) | 225-series, confirm full size | Asymmetric tread |
| Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 (225/45R17) | 225/45R17 V | UHP all-season |
| Arroyo Grand Sport A/S | P215/50R17 95W | Budget performance |
| Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 (215/45R17) | 215/45R17 91V XL | UHP all-season, XL |
| Fullway HP108 | 205/50R17 | Budget performance |
| Lexani LXUHP-207 | P205/55R17 95V XL | UHP all-season, XL |
Performance all-season or touring: which to choose?
- Choose performance all-season if you value steering response and grip and accept a firmer ride and faster wear.
- Choose a touring all-season for comfort, quiet and longer tread life.
- Choose dedicated winter tires if you regularly drive on snow or ice. No all-season is a substitute.
How to choose the right size
- Read the size on your door-jamb placard or in the owner’s manual, for example 225/45R17. The last number is the wheel diameter in inches.
- Meet or exceed the load index and speed rating listed for your vehicle. XL tires carry a higher load.
- Stay with the original overall diameter. Changing width or aspect ratio can affect fit and speedometer accuracy.
- Ideally replace all four tires together; if you replace two, put the new pair on the rear axle and follow your manual.
For a comfort-focused tire, see our 17-inch all-season passenger tires. On other wheels, see 16-inch all-season tires or 18-inch performance all-season tires.
The picks
A low-profile size for sporty sedans and coupes. Load index 91 equals 1,356 lb per tire; the W rating is up to 168 mph.
A taller sidewall than most tires here, so it is a bit more comfortable. Load index 94 equals 1,477 lb.
Same tire family as the previous listing in a wider size. Do not order until you have checked the full size on the Amazon page.
A low-profile ultra-high-performance all-season. The V rating is up to 149 mph. Confirm the load index on the listing.
A budget performance-style tire for cars that use 215/50R17. Load index 95 equals 1,521 lb.
An XL (extra load) tire with a V speed rating. Load index 91 equals 1,356 lb. Check that your vehicle accepts XL tires.
A low-cost 205/50R17 option. Check the load index and speed rating on the listing against your placard.
For cars that use 205/55R17. Load index 95 equals 1,521 lb. As an XL tire, it should only go where your placard allows XL.
Product photos from the listings
 Kumho Majesty Solus KU50 225/45R17 |
 Falken Ziex ZE950 215/55R17 |
 Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 225/45R17 |
 Arroyo Grand Sport A/S P215/50R17 |
 Hankook Ventus V2 Concept 2 215/45R17 |
 Fullway HP108 205/50R17 |
 Lexani LXUHP-207 P205/55R17 |
Care tips for your tires
- Check pressure monthly against the placard, not the number on the sidewall.
- Rotate on the interval in your owner’s manual.
- Replace tires at 2/32 inch of tread depth, or sooner if wet grip feels poor.
- Performance all-season tires lose grip in cold weather faster than winter tires. Switch to winter tires if temperatures stay near freezing.
FAQ
What is a performance all-season tire?
It is an all-season tire tuned for sharper handling and grip, often with a higher speed rating. It usually trades some tread life, ride comfort and snow grip for that response.
Will performance all-season tires handle snow?
They manage light snow and cold rain, but they are not made for deep snow or ice. For regular winter driving look for the three-peak mountain snowflake symbol.
Where do I find my tire size?
Look at the placard on the driver door jamb, in the owner’s manual or on the sidewall of your current tires. Use the size, load index and speed rating listed there as your minimum.
What does XL mean on a tire?
XL means extra load. These tires carry more weight at a given pressure, so use them only where your vehicle’s placard allows it.
How can I make performance tires last longer?
Keep pressure correct, rotate on the schedule in your manual, check alignment after hitting a curb or pothole, and avoid hard launches and braking.
Match the size first, then weigh grip against tread life and ride. Have a tire shop mount, balance and check alignment.
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