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Been looking at winter tire choices and the sizing 235.50.20 is not very wide open. These are going on the factory rims. Have aftermarket rims /tires for summers. Can a 55 which is more readily available be used on the factory rims
The rim will hold anything; that is not the problem. The problem may be what you can fit in the fender. The stock size is very good at filling the front fenders, so take the overall tire diameter difference, and check if half of that has clearance all around the diameter as you or helper turn the steering wheel thru it's range in the front. Be mindful of the tire going up thru it's suspension range also.
I would guess yes, but you'll also be changing your gear ratio slightly, which may affect mpg. Good luck. Pics when you get 'em!
Screen cap from Rav4world.com. Notice the name of the first poster. Go to tirerack.com and compare overall tire diameters to the sizes these guys are discussing. I am a member on that site as well for the significantly greater amount of available info for these cars. NX~Rav4.
I ran into an issue finding winter tires for my 2022 F-Sport when I bought it in February 2022. On the advice of a trusted tire professional, I went with a set of studded 245/45/R20 Nokian Hakkapelittas. They're been an excellent solution for the Alaska winter roads I drive. Not the cheapest tire you can find, but excellent performance.
the NX tires are 18 and 20 inches. For folks who don't know much about tires and stuff, the best option is to go with 18s for the winter if you are ok to get another set of rims for the winter (for folks with 20" rims).
the NX tires are 18 and 20 inches. For folks who don't know much about tires and stuff, the best option is to go with 18s for the winter if you are ok to get another set of rims for the winter (for folks with 20" rims).
I had 18 inch wheels / tires for my ISF. This past winter I drove my NX 350h with what it came with and it drove fine.
I just purchased 235/50/20 Michelin Cross Climate 2 All Weathers for mine. It was either that or purchasing a new set of 18" wheels and a set of 235/60/18 tires. Besides, the runflats that came with the car were already shot (my nx is at 42,000kms). I had to get another set of all seasons anyway, so why not get the best-ish of both worlds and get an all weather tire that is pretty decent if not good for winter. I know they're not dedicated winters but after reading reviews, they sound way better than an all season tire lol.
Also.. I chose 20's because:
1. 20's were 1600 CAD. 18's would've been 1200-1400 CAD for tires, and another 600-1300 CAD for wheels and TPMS.
2. Because I'm lazy to get them changed and have heard amazing reviews for the cross climate 2's
All weather are great. I blew out a front tire out of town the week I bought the car. The only dealer with 18inch proper size had Goodyear Assurance Weatherready which have been great. The RFT are on the back and are wearing out quickly as expected due to a 300 treadwear compared to the 700 treadwear of the Goodyear.
If by SK that means you're in Saskatchewan then may I suggest a Canadian Tire option I chose for my 2022 350h Executive last November. I don't believe in waisting money on a winter set of tires and rims they just get beat up! Factory sizing is for my model is 235-50-20V but I went down to an 18" rim 60 series winter tire to save a few bucks. You'll need to buy another set of wheel bolts (not nuts) as well, they should have them there too in chrome. I bought there 18" CRW GT2 Alloy Wheels in gunmetal grey. their regular price is showing as $230 each, that's Canadian bucks. You'll note they look quite a lot like the F Sport style rim. Paired with I believe a Canadian Tire exclusive tire from Continental Winter Contact SI Plus 235/60R18 107H and there on sale here in Ontario for $244.99 each that's 30% off. Around here winter tires sell out FAST this time of year too. BTW I weighed this 18" combo of rim and tire and they're 15 pounds lighter! 20" rim and those Bridgestone run flats are heavy at over 70 pounds per tire & rim! Will also be looking for Cross Climate 2's for my summer tire replacements when the RFT's are worn. I've had Michelin tires that lasted over 100,000 kms no problem. The only thing you gotta keep an eye out for is dry rot cracking as they age.
Overall tire diameter is very very important for all the safety features on the car. A perfect example is the driving assist feature lane trace assist and other steering assistance the car does. Tire dimension changes throw this off as well as smart cruise control as you go around a bend.
I ran into an issue finding winter tires for my 2022 F-Sport when I bought it in February 2022. On the advice of a trusted tire professional, I went with a set of studded 245/45/R20 Nokian Hakkapelittas. They're been an excellent solution for the Alaska winter roads I drive. Not the cheapest tire you can find, but excellent performance.
Nokians are ALWAYS a good choice when its comes to winter tyres, also non-studded Nokians perform excellent on snow, just keep in mind most manufactureres makes winter tyres in three "lines" :
Central European winter tyres: often bare roads , a few days with snow/ice , more for rain/Slush and around 0 C (32F), a bit "stiffer" rubber mix
Nordic Wintertyres: often snowy roads, ice at times, almost always below 0 C (32F), a soft rubber mix keeping them soft also in -30C ( 5F), wears down quick in warm weather due to that soft rubbermix...
Nordic studded: as above but with studs added
"all Season" ; a poor compromise leaving you with a poor winter tyre and a poor summer tyres, worst of 2 worlds, not intended for a full 4 season climate with snow and ice
All a matter of finding what fits your needs and climate; Me, Myself and I we run on Euro-friction due to the mild winter weather in south Sweden
Good point, @BigSwede . Here in Alaska, I go with the softer nordic studded, as the winter roads are usually covered with ice and snow. Other winter tires I've driven had a harder rubber compound but came nowhere near the performance I get from the Nokians.
Good point, @BigSwede . Here in Alaska, I go with the softer nordic studded, as the winter roads are usually covered with ice and snow. Other winter tires I've driven had a harder rubber compound but came nowhere near the performance I get from the Nokians.
Alaskan ( and Canadian) winter conditions are quite similar to northern part of Scandinavia so I'm quite familiar with them.
Not for nothing European car manufacturers (and it's sub-supliers) are based in the Car testing cluster in Arjeplog, Sweden for winter testing.
Nokians of the "Nordic Friction" type combined with a good 4WD system gives almost as good grip as the studded ones ( as long as it's cold...... when we get closed to 0C (32F) thoose studs ar needed.. )
09-24-23, 07:23 PM
Winter tire choices and size
