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Old May 7, 2012 | 09:25 PM
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E55 wheels on a 05 E320 CDI MPG Difference?

Hey All,

I am interested in changing out the wheels on my CDI, and I have seen that a few members have put E55 wheels on their CDI's, but I haven't heard about any change in fuel economy as a result... Did anyone see a noticeable difference in MPG?

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Old May 8, 2012 | 12:09 PM
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I would like to know the same thing. Wider, stickier tires would have to lower mpg somewhat, but how much?
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Old May 8, 2012 | 01:56 PM
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Not much difference in fuel consumption, but expect approx a 5% drop.

It's a combination of a few things. Larger contact patch, heavier wheel and tire combo, tire pressure, camber, toe, etc.
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Old May 16, 2012 | 08:26 AM
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MPG, no. Braking power, yes. You're literally putting larger flywheels on the hubs, it takes more brake energy to slow them.
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