Suggested Wheel + Tire package on 09 Mazda3 hatch

89protege5red

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2002 mazda protege5
Just picked up an 09 Mazda3 hatchback and looking into getting wheels+tires. With that being said I have no idea what would fit as I came from a Protege5 which I knew every workable combination.

Would a 18x8 +45 with 215 45 18 work?
Or a 18x7.5 +38 with a 215 45 18?
(uhm)

All I know at this point is that 8-8.5 is my ideal wheel width as I plan on lowering with springs soon as it warms up here. I don't want to have to roll or pull like I did with my protege5. Any input would be helpful!
 
Tirerack shows up to 18 x 8 with 50mm and 215/45/18 tires, but why not go lighter with 8 x 7.5 and the same tires?
 
I thought about that. I also looked up wheels for an 09 mazdaspeed3 and a 18x8 +45 was considered "aggressive". Im going to assume that these would still fit my regular 09 mazda3. Even though the wheel never showed up when I searched it for my car.
 
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