Falken

Espia EPZ II

Name: Falken Espia EPZ II 215/50R17 XL
Brand: Falken
SKU: 28317771
Price: 103.50 USD
Availability: InStock

215/50R17 XL

Winter 3PMSF M+S

$103.50/tire $138.00

Set of 4: $414.00

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Specifications

Size	215/50R17 XL Espia EPZ Ii
Width	215 mm
Aspect ratio	50
Rim diameter	R17
Load index	95
Speed rating	R
Load range	XL

Season	Winter
Tread depth	12/32"
Weight	24.3 lbs
Max pressure	50 psi
Severe snow (3PMSF)	Yes
Run-flat	No

About the Falken Espia EPZ II

Winter Passenger Car tire.

Features

* Newly enhanced 3D canyon sipe technology* Wide lateral grooves* Wide circumferential grooves* High-density sipes* Strategically designed rib placement* Specialized rubber tread compound* Carries the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol* Road Hazard Protection Warranty

Benefits

* For increased ice braking and enhanced snow and wet traction* Help clear the road surface quicker for increased snow traction in slushy or deep snow conditions* Help channel water away from the tread for consistent contact with the road surface, increasing wet traction and driver confidence* Move water and snow away from the tread surface for greater road connection* Provides comfortable and stable handling no matter the road surface condition* Provides pliability at low temperatures for excellent winter driving ability in snowy and icy conditions* Meets the required performance criteria for Use in Severe Snow Conditions

Understanding the 215/50R17 XL size

In the size code 215/50R17, 215 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.5"). 50 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 50% of the width, or roughly 107.5 mm. R17 means radial construction on a 17-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 25.5".

The load index 95 means each tire supports up to 1,521 lbs — about 6,084 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol R certifies the tire to 106 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Falken Espia EPZ II is built for

The Falken Espia EPZ II is a winter tire, using a cold-weather compound that stays pliable below 45°F (7°C) where all-season rubber hardens and loses grip. It carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, meaning it passed a standardised severe-snow traction test. Fitment category: Passenger Car, CAR.

Price and value

At $103.50 per tire, a full set of four costs $414.00. That is about 17% below the average price of the 106 tires we stock in this size.

Frequently asked questions

What does the tire size 215/50R17 mean?

215 is the section width in millimetres, 50 is the aspect ratio (sidewall height as a percentage of width, about 107.5 mm), and R17 indicates radial construction for a 17-inch wheel. Overall diameter is approximately 25.5 inches.

What are the load and speed ratings of the Falken Espia EPZ II 215/50R17 XL?

Its load index of 95 allows up to 1,521 lbs per tire. Its speed rating of R is certified to 106 mph. Check your door-jamb placard and do not fit a tire rated below the vehicle's requirement.

How much does a set of 4 Falken Espia EPZ II 215/50R17 XL tires cost?

A single tire is $103.50 and a set of four is $414.00.

Is the Falken Espia EPZ II rated for snow?

Yes. It carries the three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, meaning it met a standardised severe snow traction test and is built as a dedicated winter tire.

Does the Espia EPZ II come in other sizes?

Yes — we stock 25 additional Espia EPZ II sizes besides 215/50R17 XL. Fit only a size approved for your vehicle.