For those interested, dropping from 225/50R18 to 215/65R16 for winter works. Very close match in overall wheel/ tire height - moves from 26.9 inches to 27. 0.4 % increase. At speedometer showing 60, will actually be at 60.2 mph. VW dealer told me Taos could only drop to 17” and tried to sell me a $1,900 package. This made no sense as VW Canada site shows a 16” wheel option. Tire Rack also shows the 16”, although I wasn’t able to find any Canadian site yet carrying a Taos specific wheel. Research suggested the 2017 Tiguan specs were the same so I gambled on an aftermarket rim with the tiguan size tire of 216/65R16. I made the switch today and completed a 150km test run. All good and ready for the snow.
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Looks good! Really adds something to the black rim.
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Keep in mind larger sidewall is better to absorb potholes (agree) but it also affects your side to side handing. Something to consider
I don’t disagree, but I’m past the age of throwing hard into a corner and drifting. Well, most of the time anyway!
Haha, me too!
Funny thing is I put the same Michelin tires (215/55R16 vs 215/65R16) on the GTI which has 18" stock. I was out on my back road commute last week enjoying the drive and completely forgot I had the winter tires on. They did great in the corners at "enthusiastic" speed before I remembered I should be taking it a bit easier...
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Hello,
I am planning on buying a 2022 TAOS, changing from a 2018 Tiguan.
I was wondering if the TAOS can use the 2018 Tiguan 17" winter tires/wheels I already own.
The winter tire size for my Tiguan wheels are 215/65 R17.
I realize that that TAOS 17" equivalent is 215/55/ R17, and if my calculations are right, the Tiguan tires are +7%.
Is that too much?
Thanks in advance
I am planning on buying a 2022 TAOS, changing from a 2018 Tiguan.
I was wondering if the TAOS can use the 2018 Tiguan 17" winter tires/wheels I already own.
The winter tire size for my Tiguan wheels are 215/65 R17.
I realize that that TAOS 17" equivalent is 215/55/ R17, and if my calculations are right, the Tiguan tires are +7%.
Is that too much?
Thanks in advance
Most tire sites do not recommend going more than 3% difference. Some state over 3% is dangerous. I‘m certainly not a tire expert, however I‘ve always played it safe and got as close to the same tire diameter as possible- less than 3%. Suggest you check with dealer or local tire supplier for professional opinion.
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Hi everyone,
I just purchase a TAOS 2022 AWD Highline and I was wondering if my winter tires (already have them) will fit on my new car.
Winter size are : 225/55/R18
I've been looking everywhere and it seems that max tire size for R18 is 225/50/R18. But I still want to confirm with you.
Thank you,
I just purchase a TAOS 2022 AWD Highline and I was wondering if my winter tires (already have them) will fit on my new car.
Winter size are : 225/55/R18
I've been looking everywhere and it seems that max tire size for R18 is 225/50/R18. But I still want to confirm with you.
Thank you,
I agree, from the charts I’ve checked, it looks like it just makes it into the suggested allowable sizing at a 3% increase in diameter.
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Did you use the stock bolts for your winter rims?
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Did you use the stock bolts for your winter rims?
It depends. If you're getting OE wheels, or those from a sister VAG, you probably can if they're long enough.
However, if you're getting aftermarket wheels, you're probably going to need a set
It deals with the lug stud seating area ball vs cone
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