Questions on 19" and 20" Wheels
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Questions on 19" and 20" Wheels
The roads here have tons of potholes so we want the tires/wheels to be somewhat resistant to these potholes.
From MB website, I see that GLE450 standard tires are 255/50R19, optional AMG tires are 275/50R20. So the 20" tires are actually higher profile (1 cm thicker). My question is ---- Is the 20" worse than 19" for potholes even when the 20" tires are higher profile ?
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From MB website, I see that GLE450 standard tires are 255/50R19, optional AMG tires are 275/50R20. So the 20" tires are actually higher profile (1 cm thicker). My question is ---- Is the 20" worse than 19" for potholes even when the 20" tires are higher profile ?
thanks !
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2020 GLE 450; 2023 BMW M2 Coupe
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The roads here have tons of potholes so we want the tires/wheels to be somewhat resistant to these potholes.
From MB website, I see that GLE450 standard tires are 255/50R19, optional AMG tires are 275/50R20. So the 20" tires are actually higher profile (1 cm thicker). My question is ---- Is the 20" worse than 19" for potholes even when the 20" tires are higher profile ?
From MB website, I see that GLE450 standard tires are 255/50R19, optional AMG tires are 275/50R20. So the 20" tires are actually higher profile (1 cm thicker). My question is ---- Is the 20" worse than 19" for potholes even when the 20" tires are higher profile ?
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They are small! I stayed with the 19" as I was thinking my 2016 Blizzak's on rims would work for winter. Following your rim conversion project closely!
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I will post a complete write up on that as I get everything checked out. I'm hoping before Fall the aftermarket catches up with extended lugs and spacers.
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You are correct that because the sidewall height is a ratio of the width, and the 255s and 275s are both 50-series, the 20s will have more sidewall height (or cushion if you will). While the width may have some impact on ride, I believe that sidewall height is the main factor. I would definitely go with one of the 20" options: 50R or RZV/RZW. Your choice will be determined by whether you opt for the AMG Line Exterior package; that comes with bigger front brakes that will not work with the 19s. Aside from ride, the 19s look really puny on this vehicle, IMO.
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Well, ideally you have two sets of wheels so aren't dismounting and mounting twice a year. That's what I've always done. You might find some 20" takeoffs down the line as more of these get in the market.