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2017 Chevrolet cobalt tire sizes & fitment

Approved tire and wheel sizes for the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt, sourced from manufacturer fitment data and refreshed monthly.

Approved fitments

Tire size Rim size PCD (bolt pattern) Offset Load index Speed rating
195/65R15 OEM 6x15 N/A 39mm 91 H
185/75R14 5.5x14 N/A 39mm 89 T
205/55R16 6.5x16 N/A 44mm 91 H
205/60R15 6.5x15 N/A 44mm 91 H

Best by use case

Four tires, four jobs

Best all-season

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

all-season touring, UTQG 800, 80,000-mi warranty

Best budget

Goodyear

Assurance MaxLife

Lowest cost per mile in this size; UTQG 820

Best quiet

Bridgestone

Turanza QuietTrack

68 dB cabin noise (EU label); quietest in this size

Best winter

Bridgestone

Blizzak WS90

Dedicated winter (premium compound); ice/snow grip

Tire recalls & safety complaints for the Chevrolet Cobalt →

Compatible alternative sizes for 195/65R15

Sizes within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter safe-fit tolerance. Each row links to the size's own page.

Alternative size%Δ ODCategoryVerdict
225/45R17 -0.03% plus 2 Safe
215/65R14 0.09% alternative Safe
175/65R16 -0.09% plus 1 Safe
185/55R17 0.13% plus 2 Safe
175/80R14 0.17% winter narrower Safe

For the full list of alternatives with comfort/handling impact, see 195/65R15 upsize options. To check an arbitrary size pair, use the tire compatibility calculator.

Check a different size against this vehicle

Type any tire size below; we'll compute its overall-diameter delta against the OEM 195/65R15 and verdict using the ETRTO ±3% rule.

Common upgrade paths

Use the plus-size calculator to evaluate any rim step against the OEM size.

How to choose tires for the 2017 chevrolet cobalt

The 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt ships from the factory on 195/65R15 tires mounted on 6x15 wheels, with a load index of 91 and a speed rating of H. 4 approved fitments are documented for this model year, allowing some flexibility between performance, comfort, and winter compounds. The Compatible alternative sizes table above lists every safe substitution within the ETRTO ±3% overall-diameter tolerance.

Tire choice on the Chevrolet Cobalt comes down to three trade-offs that matter more than brand loyalty: load index (must equal or exceed the OEM number, in this case 91), speed rating (must match or exceed the placard, here H), and UTQG treadwear (higher means longer life, lower usually means stickier rubber). Owners replacing factory tires with the same compound class, for example all-season for all-season, generally see no change in ride characteristics or fuel economy. Switching categories (performance summer to all-season touring, for example) is where the trade-offs show up at the contact patch.

For 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt owners considering a plus-size upgrade, the safer option is a Plus-1 step (one rim size up with a 10-point aspect drop and ~10 mm of additional section width). Plus-2 is technically viable on this chassis if the alternative-sizes table lists a Plus-2 candidate within tolerance, but expect a meaningful ride-harshness penalty and a tire-cost premium of 30–60% per tire relative to the OEM fitment. For winter use the recommended pattern is one width step down (e.g. from a 235 to a 225) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter; narrower tires apply higher contact pressure per square inch on snow, which translates directly into shorter braking distances. The plus-size calculator evaluates any specific rim step against this OEM size.

Before purchasing, verify the tire size on the driver-door placard of your specific 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt, since trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment from what is documented here. The placard reading is the authoritative source per FMVSS 110, and dealers will reference the placard rather than aftermarket catalogs when validating warranty claims.

NHTSA-reported issues for 2017 chevrolet cobalt

44
Complaints
7
Crashes
4
Injuries
0
Deaths

Top issue category: Tires (General)

Most reported: Tires (General) (39) · Sidewall (2) · Tread / Belt (1) · TPMS (1) · Spare Tire (1)

Reported across: 2005 – 2010 (6 years)

What owners described

Blowout or sudden deflation is the most common description, in 14% of these reports. Percentages are shares of the 37 reports covering every model year of the Chevrolet Cobalt that include a written account; a single report can describe more than one problem, so they do not total 100%.

Reported problemThis subjectAll tire complaintsRelative
Blowout or sudden deflation 14% 20% 0.7×
Sidewall failure 11% 15% 0.7×
Loss of control, rollover or collision 11% 8% 1.3×
Tread or belt separation 8% 13% 0.6×
Bubble or bulge in the tire 8% 6% 1.4×
Cracking or dry rot 5% 9% 0.6×

Mileage at failure

17 of these reports state an odometer reading. The middle report is at 20,000 miles, with 8 in 10 falling between 4,000 and 60,059 miles.

In owners' own words

Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA about Chevrolet Cobalt. Reports are published by NHTSA as filed and are lightly cleaned here only to remove intake codes.

MY TIRES CONSISTENTLY LOSE AIR AT AN ACCELERATED RATE. DESPITE REPLACING ALL TIRES, THIS PROBLEM PERSISTS. I HAVE BEEN TOLD THAT REPLACING THE RIMS WILL RESOLVE THE ISSUE. I FEEL THAT THIS RECOMMENDATION IS PREMATURE GIVEN THE AGE OF THE CAR. THE RIMS SHOULD NOT HAVE CORRODED SO MUCH TO THE POINT WHERE I HAVE TO REPLACE THEM AFTER 5 YEARS. I HAVE TO PUMP AIR INTO MY TIRES 2 TIMES A WEEK TO MAINTAIN A SAFE PRESSURE FOR DRIVING.

NHTSA complaint 1137414 · 2009 vehicle

NOTICED FRONT END SHAKING. WORST AT SPEEDS 40-50 MPH BUT NOTICEABLE AT ALL SPEEDS. MECHANIC TOLD ME METAL BAND INSIDE THE TIRE IS BROKEN AND TIRE TREAD IS DAMAGED DUE TO IT. MECHANIC WOULD NOT LET ME DRIVE UNTIL TIRE IS REPLACED, AND SAID HE WAS SURPRISED IT HAD NOT BLOWN ALREADY.

NHTSA complaint 1194618 · 2009 vehicle

THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 CHEVROLET COBALT EQUIPPED WITH COOPER EVOLUTION TOUR TIRES, SIZE: 195/60/R15 (NA). WHILE DRIVING, THE FRONT PASSENGER SIDE TIRE FLATTENED AND THE CONTACT FOUND A BUBBLE NEAR THE RIM OF THE TIRE. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER REQUESTED THE CONTACT BRING THE VEHICLE TO AN UNKNOWN COOPER TIRE DEALER. THE DEALER DENIED SERVICE, STATED THAT THE TIRE WAS NOT DEFECTIVE, AND BLAMED THE CONTACT. THE TIRE MANUFACTURER DENIED THAT THE TIRE WAS DEFECTIVE AND BLAMED THE CONTACT. THE TIRE AND VEHICLE FAILURE MILEAGE AND VIN WERE UNKNOWN.

NHTSA complaint 1570462 · 2010 vehicle

WITH LESS THAN 500 MILES ON MY BRAND NEW 2005 CHEVROLET COBALT, WHILE TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY AT 60 MPH, MY RIGHT REAR TIRE EXPLODED. AFTER GETTING OVER TO THE SHOULDER, I SMELLED RUBBER BURNING AND DISCOVERED THAT THE SIDEWALL WAS COMPLETELY SEPARATED FROM THE REST OF THE TIRE. AFTER TAKING MY TIRE TO A DEALER FOR INSPECTION, THEY STATED THAT THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE TIRE WHICH CAUSED IT TO DEFLATE AND MY DRIVING ON THE DEFLATED TIRE TO THE SIDE OF THE ROAD (MAYBE 100 YDS) CAUSED THE SIDEWALL TO SEPARATE.

NHTSA complaint 544687 · 2005 vehicle

Complaints are voluntarily submitted to the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation and are not verified by NHTSA; they represent owner-reported problems, not proven defects. Counts can be useful as a relative quality signal across comparable tires or vehicles.

Frequently asked questions

What size tires fit a 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
The OEM tire size for the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt is 195/65R15 mounted on 6x15 wheels. Load index 91, speed rating H. Trim levels and option packages can shift the original fitment; confirm against your specific vehicle's driver-door placard before purchase.
Can I run a different tire size on my 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
Plus-sizing (larger rim, lower aspect) is possible within ±3% of the OEM overall diameter per the ETRTO safe-fit standard. The Compatible alternative sizes table on this page lists every safe option for the OEM size. Always confirm with the manufacturer or a qualified tire shop before deviating from the placard.
Where can I buy tires for my 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
Online tire retailers in our affiliate network carry every size documented for this vehicle. Use the Shop online buttons above to compare prices across them; variance of $20–$40 per tire is common between merchants. The <a href="/tools/tire-install-cost-calculator/">install cost calculator</a> estimates the out-the-door including mount, balance, TPMS, and disposal by state.
What is the recommended tire pressure for the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
The cold-inflation pressure is printed on the driver-door placard of your specific vehicle and varies by trim, tire size, and loaded vs unloaded condition. Typical OEM front and rear pressures fall between 30 and 36 psi for passenger trims and 32–40 psi for SUV/truck variants, but the placard is the authoritative source.
Can I fit winter tires in a different size on my 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
Yes; the standard winter-tire fitment pattern is one width step narrower than OEM (e.g. 225 → 215) with the aspect ratio bumped up to preserve overall diameter. Narrower tires increase contact pressure on snow for better traction. The Compatible alternative sizes table includes any winter-friendly options that fall within ±3% OD for this vehicle.
How often should I rotate the tires on my 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt?
Every 5,000–7,500 miles is the typical OEM recommendation for passenger vehicles. AWD vehicles and high-torque trucks benefit from the shorter interval. Documented rotation history is also a tire-warranty prerequisite; most manufacturer treadwear claims require rotation receipts at the warranty inspection.

For broader tire questions; replacement timing, UTQG, EV-specific tires, winter swaps; see the tire FAQ.

Sources for this page

  1. Vehicle owner's manual tire & wheel placard; door-jamb placard on the Chevrolet Cobalt is the authoritative source for OEM tire size, load index, and cold-inflation pressure for your specific trim.
  2. NHTSA SaferCar; recall lookup for the 2017 Chevrolet Cobalt.
  3. ETRTO 2024 Standards Manual §2.3; overall-diameter math used for the alternative-size verdicts above.
  4. Tire & Rim Association 2025 Yearbook; load-index to maximum-load reference.

Last verified 2026-09-02.