Will 205/55/R16 winter tires fit the 2016 Mazda3 GS Sport

[vp14]

Hi all,

I've found a good deal on a set of Michelin X-Ice Xi3 tires (with about 7mm of tread left, used for 1 winter). They were previously on a 2007 Mazda3, listed as 205/55/R16 on Mazda J16x6.5 rims. I know that the 2016 OEM size is 205/60/R16. Based on a few calculators online, these tires seem like they should still fit my 2016 GS. I've never bought tires before, so I just want to make sure - do I have anything to worry about if I install them on my 2016 GS?

Thanks!

[Johns 08 3 GT]

Yes. The tire size is not the best, but close enough. (205/60R16 is the right size.)

[Default User]

Tires1010 and other websites have a calculator

Enter stock size - enter new size - hit calculate

If new tire size has a 3% variance - it would be ill advised to use them

[Dubcee]

Yes. I've been running this size since November 2015 (I had brand new winter tires and summer tires from my last car)

You will be a tiny bit closer to the ground and have a tiny bit more wheel gap. Your speedometer will read 3km/h faster than it is actually going per 100 km/h.

If you're buying brand new tires I would try to stick to 205/60/16 but 205/55 won't hurt a thing.

[b3phillip]

also can confirm they will also work for the gt. ( clears the brake caliper) somewhere I've been told some 16" hubs don't fit.

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[jr819]

But I have used the 1010tires calculation, the Diameter Variance is -3.14% which is greater than+-3% variance. Does it really matter? thanks.

[Default User]

Speedometer will be off
And alignment might need to be re-adjusted

Alignments are what...$90 now? You'll want to do that every time you switch wheels over (twice a year) to correct the difference in overall wheel height between your summers and winters.

Don't forget - you'll need to pay approx $80-100 to dismount, mount, and balance these tires too.


IMHO - buy yourself new winter tires in the correct size. Plenty of sponsors here that can accommodate your budget.

There are many benefits to buying new winters.
- rebates
- Installed price
- longer wear time
- piece of mind
- correct fitment
- summer tire storage available (if needed)

[sarujo]

Speedometer will be off
And alignment might need to be re-adjusted

Alignments are what...$90 now? You'll want to do that every time you switch wheels over (twice a year) to correct the difference in overall wheel height between your summers and winters.



Rule of thumb is to get alignment done when buying and installing a new set of rubber. Totally unnecessary to get alignments done twice a year after changeovers. It's been almost 2 years since my last alignment at Altech ($60 cash) and my car drives great and tires wearing normally.

To the OP, X-ice is a bit over-rated IMHO and there are many great alternative and lower cost options out there. If you plan to keep your stock alloy rims for summer, see a tire sponsor for a steel rim and tire deal which should be coming soon. You want to have a set of different rims for your winters. This makes for quick change overs and saves $$

[Default User]

Rule of thumb is to get alignment done when buying and installing a new set of rubber. Totally unnecessary to get alignments done twice a year after changeovers. It's been almost 2 years since my last alignment at Altech ($60 cash) and my car drives great and tires wearing normally.

To the OP, X-ice is a bit over-rated IMHO and there are many great alternative and lower cost options out there. If you plan to keep your stock alloy rims for summer, see a tire sponsor for a steel rim and tire deal which should be coming soon. You want to have a set of different rims for your winters. This makes for quick change overs and saves $$

Alignment is necessary if the overall wheel height is 3% variance between summers and winters (as another member has already confirmed)

Dedicated wheels is a good idea - but TPMS can be an issue.