18-inch Wheels
Toyota Prius — 18-inch Wheels Tire Pressure
For 18-inch wheels use on the Toyota Prius, set cold pressures to 36 PSI front and 35 PSI rear.
18-inch Wheels cold pressure
Front
36
248 kPa
Rear
35
241 kPa
OEM spec
36/35 PSI
Tire size
195/60R17
Curb weight
1,540 kg
Category
hatchback
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 Toyota Prius?
- For 18-inch wheels use on the Toyota Prius, set cold pressures to 36 PSI front and 35 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 Toyota Prius?
- The factory cold pressure spec for the 2023–2024 Toyota Prius is 36 PSI front / 35 PSI rear. Always use the door-jamb sticker for your specific trim.
- Is switching to 18-inch wheels safe on the Toyota Prius?
- Wheel size changes are fine as long as the overall tire diameter stays within ±3% of the OEM 195/60R17. Pressures typically stay close to OEM; the 36/35 setting above accounts for the small sidewall change.
- What is 36 PSI in bar or kPa?
- 36 PSI = 2.5 bar = 248 kPa. The rear 35 PSI = 2.4 bar.
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