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Vauxhall Adam Tyres: Fitment & Buying Guide

Vauxhall Adam tyres need to match the car's size, speed rating and load index before anything else. Braking, refinement and fitted cost come after that. Consider seasonal capability around the journeys you need to make throughout the year.

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By Laura Bennett Editorial teamDanny Mercer and Hannah ColeUpdated June 2026

Vauxhall Adam at a Glance

A three-door hatchback built from 2012 to 2019, sitting above the Corsa on price within Vauxhall's own range. Engines ranged from a 1.2-litre 70hp base unit up to the 150hp turbocharged Adam S, with prices when new roughly £12,055–£19,075 depending on trim and engine.

Production years2012–2019
Body style3-door hatchback
Engine range1.0–1.4 (70–150hp)
Price when new~£12,055–£19,075

The size references below are not a fitment approval for your Vauxhall Adam. Confirm the exact year, version, wheels, axle and full service description against manufacturer information. The tyres already fitted can help identify the vehicle, but a previous replacement or wheel change may be incorrect. Resolve any disagreement before buying.

Tyre products to investigate for your Adam

Product links go to Tyres.co.uk, a trusted tyre retailer under common ownership with Tyres HQ. Check availability and the exact vehicle specification before ordering.

For selection criteria and a wider comparison, see the best summer tyres or the honest budget tyre guide. Then weigh it against how you actually drive.

Vauxhall Adam tyre size references

195/55 R16215/45 R17175/70 R14225/35 R18

These size references are not a verified list of approved fitments for every Vauxhall Adam. Confirm the year, version, wheel option, axle and complete service description using the tyre placard and handbook. New to it? See what a size like 195/55 R16 means.

Recommended pressures

Your Vauxhall Adam's recommended pressures are on the placard in the driver's door shut or fuel flap, and in the handbook. Measure them cold and follow the specified setting when fully loaded or towing. Our guide to correct tyre pressure and where to find your figures cover the detail.

What to watch on a Adam

Record any unusual wear, pulling or vibration and have the cause checked before fitting replacements. A new set cannot correct a mechanical fault. See investigating uneven tyre wear if you spot it.

Vauxhall Adam tyres: common questions

Which tyres should I choose for a Vauxhall Adam?

The Adam's small size and low weight mean most tyre sizes on this car are widely stocked and inexpensive to replace: braking and wet grip matter more here than outright load capacity. Since all engines are petrol with modest power, focus on comfort and fuel efficiency over performance-oriented rubber unless you have the 150hp Adam S. The named products are examples to investigate, not a verified fitment list for every Adam.

How do I confirm my Vauxhall Adam tyre size?

Use the manufacturer information for the exact year, version and wheel option. Read the full size and service description for both axles. The size references on this page and a registration search do not replace that check.

How much should I spend on Vauxhall Adam tyres?

Compare complete fitted quotes for products meeting the approved specification. Weigh relevant braking, wear and comfort evidence against the price difference. A higher price or a familiar brand does not automatically establish better value.

Should I replace one tyre, a pair or all four?

That depends on the remaining tyres and the vehicle's matching requirements. Ask the fitter to check model, construction, tread differences and any drivetrain restrictions before deciding. Different axle sizes must not be casually interchanged.

Before you book fitting

Have the vehicle year and version, front and rear tyre markings and any wheel changes ready. Ask for the exact product, full fitted cost and an explanation of any extra work. If replacing tyres because of unusual wear or vibration, arrange diagnosis as well as replacement.

Fitment note. Product examples and size references need checking against the exact vehicle. This page is buying guidance, not a manufacturer fitment approval. If the current tyres and vehicle documentation disagree, ask a qualified fitter to resolve the difference.