18-inch Wheels
Mazda CX-5 — 18-inch Wheels Tire Pressure
For 18-inch wheels use on the Mazda CX-5, set cold pressures to 33 PSI front and 33 PSI rear.
18-inch Wheels cold pressure
Front
33
228 kPa
Rear
33
228 kPa
OEM spec
33/33 PSI
Tire size
225/65R16
Curb weight
1,590 kg
Category
crossover
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 Mazda CX-5?
- For 18-inch wheels use on the Mazda CX-5, set cold pressures to 33 PSI front and 33 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 Mazda CX-5?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2017–2024 Mazda CX-5 is 33 PSI front / 33 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- Is switching to 18-inch wheels safe on the Mazda CX-5?
- Wheel size changes are fine as long as the overall tire diameter stays within ±3% of the OEM 225/65R16. Pressures typically stay close to OEM; the 33/33 setting above accounts for the small sidewall change.
- What is 33 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 33 PSI = 2.3 bar = 228 kPa. The rear 33 PSI = 2.3 bar.
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