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What are the advantages of larger versus smaller wheel sizes

What is the best way to choose a wheel size?

Common wheel sizes

We often hear the terms 15" and 16" wheels, where 15 and 16" refers to the diameter of the wheel. Usually the original wheel sizes are 15", 16", 17", 18" and 19". The smaller sizes are usually fitted to family cars, while the larger sizes are fitted to more advanced cars. Generally speaking, the larger the wheel size, the higher the corresponding configuration and naturally the more expensive it is.

So, where can you find out the wheel size? The tyre size is usually shown on the tyre, usually with three sets of numbers, for example: 225 60 R17. 225 is the width of the tyre in contact with the ground in millimetres; 60 is the tyre flat ratio; R17 corresponds to the wheel size, so this is a 17-inch wheel.

There are different wheel sizes, each with its own advantages. When choosing a wheel for your car, you should also judge it according to your own needs and not blindly assume that larger wheels must be better.

     

 

Advantages of larger wheels

1. 1.High value

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Generally in cars, large wheel sizes and high tyre flat ratios can have a very good visual tension effect, and large wheels can enhance the value and quality of the car.

 

2. Better handling

The wider tyre width and the change in tyre diameter will increase the grounding area of the tyres and improve the car's grip. This will have a significant impact on the car's acceleration, braking and driving stability, and will even affect the vehicle's acceleration test results.

Advantages of smaller wheels

1. 1.More comfort

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Vibration damping is one of the most important factors in the comfort of a vehicle, and with the same outside diameter of the tyre, a smaller wheel size means a thicker wall, which provides better vibration damping, especially when dealing with fine vibrations.

                    

2. Lower fuel consumption

Smaller wheels also have an advantage in terms of fuel consumption. With smaller wheels, the weight is lighter and the width of the tyres is narrower, resulting in lower rolling resistance.

If you are looking for value, power and handling experience, the larger wheels will be more suitable.

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