1997 Lotus Esprit tire sizes
The 1997 Lotus Esprit came from the factory with 2 tire sizes on 17" to 18" wheels. The most common size is 235/40 R17. Some setups are staggered, with wider tires at the rear.
1997 Esprit Base Model
Factory (OE) sizes
17"wheels
Front235/40 R17Rear285/35 R18
How to read 235/40 R17
- 235
- Tread width in millimetres
- 40
- Sidewall height, % of width
- R
- Radial construction
- 17
- Wheel diameter in inches
Overall diameter: about 24.4" · Sidewall: 94 mm