My Tires Question

[mprus]

I have 4 tires on my mazda 3 which are 205/50/17. Can anyone tell me anything about these tires (width/size)or maybe tlel me anything about changing the tires to different size. Anything is good to kno.

[dj_chinaman2097]

You should go take the time to read through the FAQ here: http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=16846

And read through the threads in this Wheels & Tires section. There are lots of tire and rim size discussions. Definitely helps.

[Niteshade]

Try using the search function. It's a beautiful thing and will save you from getting flamed in the future.

That being said, here's a link to a tire calculator that will show you the change in total wheel+tire diameter and speed when you change your stocks to other sizes.
http://www.carmodifier.com/default.a...ntreCalculator

[FLIPDADY]

A popular alternative is 215/45R17.

Search is your best friend.

[mEtH]

as flip said, 215/45/17 is the closest to stock.
Many tire websites will give you great descriptions of what the numbers mean, also check the other tire threads around as its been discussed many times before.

mprus many of the threads you have been starting have been discussed before, please make use of the search function otherwise I am going to start locking all these new ones up.

[Swerny]

as flip said, 215/45/17 is the closest to stock.

actually 225-45-17 is closer overal to stock, but not recommended on the stock rims (which are only 6.5 inches wide.

Specification Sidewall Radius Diameter Circumference Revs/Mile Difference
205/50-17 4.0in 12.5in 25.1in 78.8in 804 0.0%
215/45-17 3.8in 12.3in 24.6in 77.3in 819 -1.8%
225/45-17 4.0in 12.5in 25.0in 78.5in 808 -0.4%