atifsajid

I've been browsing the forum and searching and I don't see anything in regards to 19" rims on the ES300H. I've seen 18" and 20". I also noticed with the 20" they still look kinda small..im starting to think that if I put 19" on the ES it will be a waste of money? What do you guys think? I'm going to be purchasing a set of something this month. I was looking at 19" rims, but after seeing all the pics of 20" rims on the ES I'm thinking about going that route. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated since I'm a rookie with the ES300. Thanks.

Brent1944

The only opinion I can offer is that you will have a much rougher ride.

atifsajid

Reading all the threads in regards to larger rims, everyone has said that as long as you put quality tires on your car, the ride of course wont be stock, but its not that bad.

I just haven't seen anyone putting 19" on there car.

400to300H

My choice was somewhat usual, tire cost. While the 18" TSW rims I got off craigslist were a nice improvement, over the stock 17" 'upgraded' Lexus rims that came with the car, they dont have the look of 19" rims. Running 19" SSR rims on my Porsche taught me that in some applications it is a better look over 18" but tire replacement costs are considerably higher. In the end I just wanted a custom look with the Lexus but economical savings come tire replacement time. While Im not willing to compromise on a sports car I do think 18" on a luxury sedan is a wise compromise and ultimately the best of both worlds.

atifsajid

Thanks for your input. Its making me think twice about what size I want to get.

sessionstu

I went with 20" wheels because with 35 profile rubber the diameter of the aftermarket wheels/tires is almost exactly that of the factory wheels/tires. If you went with 19" wheels you would probably need 40 profile rubber. 35 might be too small. 19" wheels with 40 profile rubber may have a different diameter than stock. Changing the diameter of the wheels/tires could and probably would have an affect on the speedo, ABS, traction control, etc. Not sure, but I wouldn't want to take the risk. I would go with what others have already put on their vehicles. That way you're not the test mule.

ESh888

I have 19" BBS CS5 on my ES300h. It won't fill the gaps. I wish they made lowering springs for the hybrid.

ilovecars3

[QUOTE=ESh888;9844552] What website did you get those because I’m looking to get wheels just like that for my es300h and are there any problems that you’ve faced while having them?

703

The problem with the ES is that it has a large and fat butt and trunk. Makes any wheel size look small.

The proportion is very old school. Great for interior space but not sleek.

SoCalh

Tein actually does make coil overs for our cars.