VW Polo Hatchback Alternative Tyre sizes
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 Mar 17 2019, 10:59 PM, updated 7y ago
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Hi all, planning to change set of tyres for 2014 VW Polo Hatchback 1.4 TSI which uses 215/40R17 tyres.
But this sizes are very difficult to get, so may i change to alternative sizes and I wish some sifu can help me on solving this issue. Thanks. |
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Mar 18 2019, 09:22 AM
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QUOTE(yattnana @ Mar 17 2019, 11:31 PM) 205/45r17 I saw a lot selling 205/45r17 and will it bring bad effect to the car and the rim? would like some explanation on this, thanks yaOr 185/55r16  |
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Mar 18 2019, 10:02 AM
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QUOTE(jumpstat @ Mar 18 2019, 09:36 AM) the tyre will cover the side of the rims less than a 215 sized tyre. My advise is to use the intended/designed size as received from the factory. There wont be any issues with speedo descrpancies and the like. beside speedo discrepancies any other bad effects that really dangerous, because the original I think its very pricey and not easy to get now |
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Mar 18 2019, 10:55 AM
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QUOTE(Jessieccy @ Mar 18 2019, 10:15 AM) If you overly worried then just use Ori size. Just few mm difference probably not exceeding 10mm. Won't die one la. If not why not just change smaller rims... You will have plenty of sizes to choose even better cheaper tires. noted bro...so you think 205/45r17 is capable also right? I also will ask more details from VW.I suggest you read up what the numbers on the tire size means to reduce your worry |
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Mar 18 2019, 02:26 PM
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QUOTE(Jessieccy @ Mar 18 2019, 01:15 PM) i don't think yo really read up on what those numbers mean on you tires. ok noted...thanks.again it is totally safe to put what ever xxx/yy/ Rzz. While x = plus minus 10. y = plus minus 5. A long as you stick with the same Rim size which is 17 inch in your case. What is not safe is, how cheap/unbranded the tire is. or how you drive. if you drive slow... any ABC branded tires will work. Happy shopping then. |
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Mar 18 2019, 05:47 PM
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QUOTE(zeng @ Mar 18 2019, 02:42 PM) Don't bother with the pricey orig size and opt for 205/45R17 recommended. seems really a go since so many ppl suggested |
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