What are the best tyre pressures for my car?

I recently bought an ex-demo Toyota Yaris Cross from my local Toyota dealer. When I checked the tyre pressures they were 32PSI all round. The manual says the rears should be 29PSI. I asked the dealer and they said they always set them at 32 all round. Is this likely to cause any problems?

Asked on 22 March 2024 by

Answered by David Ross

A difference of 3PSI is unlikely to cause any significant difference in the performance of the vehicle, and in most cases vehicles are provided with a range of tyre pressures to allow for different loads and speeds. We would recommend setting the tyre pressures to the manufacturer's specifications based on how you intend to use the vehicle.

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