I am worried about the low profile 18" rims on 2018 mazda3 touring adding to a slightly rough ride/weird size
i'm looking at picking up a 2018 leftover mazda3 touring hatch.
i drove a friends for a brief time and was impressed enough to head to a local dealership (nyc metro) and see what i can find.
but i am worried about the low profile 215/45R18 wheels.
i have read some terrible reviews about the dunlops 5000 oem tires, especially in rain and snow.
plus the 215/45R18 is a goofy size.
and i thought the tire noise was evident and contributed to a slightly rougher ride.
i think i rather have 17" wheel with a higher profile tire for a slightly softer rise and a more available size tire.
maybe even use 16" alloys.
i welcome any and all thoughts from those with more experience than me.
thumbs up.
rob
i'm looking at picking up a 2018 leftover mazda3 touring hatch.
i drove a friends for a brief time and was impressed enough to head to a local dealership (nyc metro) and see what i can find.
but i am worried about the low profile 215/45R18 wheels.
i have read some terrible reviews about the dunlops 5000 oem tires, especially in rain and snow.
plus the 215/45R18 is a goofy size.
and i thought the tire noise was evident and contributed to a slightly rougher ride.
i think i rather have 17" wheel with a higher profile tire for a slightly softer rise and a more available size tire.
maybe even use 16" alloys.
i welcome any and all thoughts from those with more experience than me.
thumbs up.
rob