18-inch Wheels
Chevrolet Bolt EV — 18-inch Wheels Tire Pressure
For 18-inch wheels use on the Chevrolet Bolt EV, set cold pressures to 38 PSI front and 36 PSI rear.
18-inch Wheels cold pressure
Front
38
262 kPa
Rear
36
248 kPa
OEM spec
38/36 PSI
Tire size
215/50R17
Curb weight
1,616 kg
Category
ev
18-inch is common OEM sizing — use factory pressures unless otherwise specified on the door sticker.
Community-tuned pressures based on OEM spec + typical use-case deltas. Always verify against your door-jamb sticker for your exact trim and load rating. Minimum safe pressure is 24 PSI for most passenger tires.
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FAQ
Frequently asked
- What tire pressure should I use for 18" driving in the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- For 18-inch wheels use on the Chevrolet Bolt EV, set cold pressures to 38 PSI front and 36 PSI rear. 18-inch is common OEM sizing — use factory pressures unless otherwise specified on the door sticker.
- What is the OEM tire pressure for the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2017–2024 Chevrolet Bolt EV is 38 PSI front / 36 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- Is switching to 18-inch wheels safe on the Chevrolet Bolt EV?
- Wheel size changes are fine as long as the overall tire diameter stays within ±3% of the OEM 215/50R17. Pressures typically stay close to OEM; the 38/36 setting above accounts for the small sidewall change.
- What is 38 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 38 PSI = 2.6 bar = 262 kPa. The rear 36 PSI = 2.5 bar.
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