MINI2 - MINI Forum - View Single Post - 16"s, 17"s or 18"s, which is really better?

supercuper · Aug 22nd, 2002, 02:14 PM

I have to agree with the 16's for pure driving enjoyment but bigger rims will look better, however, 17's with very low profile tires would be the best choice for both looks and driving quality (the tires are more expensive to replace though) but they are also heavier and grip more which does affect the driving. I had 17's on my old Golf GTI and as soon as I put 16's on the car became more agile.

If you drive the car hard around corners the 17/18's could rub against the arches and then you have to have them altered. If you decide to go with 16's try adding lowering sports springs and lower the car around 20-30mm it makes a huge difference in both driving and looks.

Personally I'd go with the 17's!

Happy motoring!

Aug 22nd, 2002, 02:14 PM	#3
supercuper MINI2 Regular Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Kitchener,Ontario Local Time: 06:09 AM Posts: 187 Offline	I have to agree with the 16's for pure driving enjoyment but bigger rims will look better, however, 17's with very low profile tires would be the best choice for both looks and driving quality (the tires are more expensive to replace though) but they are also heavier and grip more which does affect the driving. I had 17's on my old Golf GTI and as soon as I put 16's on the car became more agile. If you drive the car hard around corners the 17/18's could rub against the arches and then you have to have them altered. If you decide to go with 16's try adding lowering sports springs and lower the car around 20-30mm it makes a huge difference in both driving and looks. Personally I'd go with the 17's! Happy motoring!