switching rims on 2003 X5 3.0

[sedate_driver]

Originally Posted by mrtm2008

We had 22" Asanti wheels on the X5 we used to own & had Toyo Proxi II tires (Best tires in my opinion). We had I believe 22x9 on all 4 corners.

1. Very nice ride.
2. Decent handling.
3. I think they looked great!

I agree, they do look nice. I wasn't bold enough to go 22" and opted for 20" 215 replicas. I should have them tomorrow so I'll see how those work. Thanks for your feedback.

[CharlieHustleX5]

Originally Posted by sedate_driver

Does anyone here have experience with larger wheels? In particular, what would the impact be for a 22" wheel for:
1. ride harshness,
2. handling,
3. aesthetics?

22" OZ Canyon ST (22 x 10)
Sumitomo HTR Sport 285/35/22 Tires



1. I think the ride was more comfortable with 22"s than with the factory 17" wheels that came on the car.

2. There was no loss of handling. If anything, I thought the car handled better.

3. I had no complaints....

....The only complaints I do have : Brakes wear down a bit quicker, but it was expected due to the increased weight of the wheel/tire combination compared to stock. Gas mileage also was affected slightly. Once again, it was expected.

[mrtm2008]

Originally Posted by sedate_driver

I agree, they do look nice. I wasn't bold enough to go 22" and opted for 20" 215 replicas. I should have them tomorrow so I'll see how those work. Thanks for your feedback.

Cool...I also forgot to mention that I towed with the 22s & it wasn't an issue with the 3 questions you asked. Like I said, I found the Toyo Proxy II to be awesome in dry/wet/snow.