2002 3.0 WITH 20" ?

[BimmerNickx5]

My 2002 x5 3.0i came with 17 inches. i already have 18 inches. but im looking to go to 20's. does anyone know how this effects the handling and suspension on the 3.0?

[cfmistry]

Do you have the Sport suspension?

You can be certain that your ride will get much firmer - you are going to hear a lot more creaks/squeaks in addition to a less comfortable ride. Initial turn-in feel will be much improved, and if you get large width tires the SUV will track into road grooves much more. The handling is excellent, the look is good, the comfort is reduced.

-Cyrus

[BimmerNickx5]

Originally Posted by cfmistry

Do you have the Sport suspension?

You can be certain that your ride will get much firmer - you are going to hear a lot more creaks/squeaks in addition to a less comfortable ride. Initial turn-in feel will be much improved, and if you get large width tires the SUV will track into road grooves much more. The handling is excellent, the look is good, the comfort is reduced.

-Cyrus

yes i have the sport suspension. and my ride is already a little uncomfortable. i was so excited when i first got the truck that i probably treated it very badly with the way i was driving i have alot of creeks and squeeks already but thanks for the advice! i just hate how much tire i have around my rim but i might just not like how the small black rims with the chrome lip look on the black tire.. i dont know but thank you