Aftermarket Wheel & Tire Fitment

[jimmyc13]

I was hoping we could all start sharing what setups everyone is running, as it will help others decide what kind of a setup they wish to go with. For example, I'm contemplating some 18"x8" wheels with a 35mm offset and now want to get some tires that will help me fill up the fenders a bit more as well as provide some more tire sidewall. I understand it is going to throw off my speedo a bit, but I think it's well worth it as the roads here in New England aren't the best.

Here are the OEM 17" wheel specs:

215/45/17 (96.75mm sidewall = 3.8"): 17 + 3.8 + 3.8 = 24.6" O.D.

From what I've read, there are some members running the following setups:

1) 215/45/18 (44 offset) (96.75mm sidewall = 3.8"): 18 + 3.8 + 3.8 = 25.6" O.D.

2) 215/40/18 (86mm sidewall = 3.38"): 18 + 3.38 + 3.38 = 24.76" O.D.

3) 225/35/19 (45 offset) (78.75mm sidewall = 3.1"): 19 + 3.1 + 3.1 = 25.2" O.D.

I want to go with the 35 offset for a more aggressive look and am contemplating tires that are slightly wider than stock (225/40/18 (90 mm sidewall = 3.54"): 18 + 3.54 + 3.54 = 25.08" O.D.

Does anyone know if that spec. would fit on the CT?

[mallured]

I am actually looking for wheel/tires in the other direction. I would like 16" that should give a better ride (I believe). I am an old guy and don't need the new look, I would like a smoother ride. I see that TireRack.com suggests 16" for snows for the Ct200h, but they don't show 16" for summer tires. Has anyone out there used 16s?

[jimmyc13]

Some of the CT's delivered in Europe come with 16's standard, so you should check to see what they are running.

[bmoy88]

16s are standard in Canada unless you upgrade.

What I'd really like to do is put 205/55/16 winters on the Corolla 'S'/'LE' 10-spoke mags. I've always liked the look of them.

My concern is will they support the CT200h? I know the center bore and bolt pattern will fit, but are all mags designed the same? I believe the offset on the CT200h 17s are +45 while the 16s on the Corolla are +38.

Are hybrids in general, heavier than gas engine cars? Are there any perils of putting a car on wheels they were not built for? I remember asking a Toyota salesman about that once when I was thinking about buying a Prius and wanting to change the wheels because I didn't like the look of the Prius ones and his reply was the hybrid ones were built differently.

[mallured]

You guys in Canada always get the sensible alternatives. When my wife bought her 2000 Honda Accord, she wanted heated seats, but they were only available in Canada. We live in Wisconsin and it gets cold here to, but someone forgot to let the Japanese know that.

[darkride]

You guys in Canada always get the sensible alternatives. When my wife bought her 2000 Honda Accord, she wanted heated seats, but they were only available in Canada. We live in Wisconsin and it gets cold here to, but someone forgot to let the Japanese know that.

I would have to disagree with you. Lexus Canada makes a lot of stupid decisions about their vehicles. Sure we get heated seats. But we don't get the heated steering wheel (but people in Arizona do, what do they need it for). We don't get automatic car starter dealer installed either (which would be handy for warming the car up in winter). Other things we don't get are the advanced parking guidance system, or dynamic radar cruise control. This is not only with the CT, but with my other Lexus vehicles I have had. This is a downer but not enough of a downer to switch companies, because I do enjoy the vehicles and the quality/service.

[seacliff]

I would down the road would like chrome mag wheels with wider spokes.
Something like these without of course the kitty cat.

[marqu014]

I thought I'd use this thread to pass on to potential new buyers of the ct200h to consider getting a deal on powder coating the stock rims with a custom color(gunmetal, etc) at the dealership. I was fortunate that Lexus of Bellevue WA had that service and showed an example of it on one of their own manager's Lexus. I really loved the idea because it was quite economical and I like the stock shape, just not the color.I happily got a good deal on it negotiated into the final cost.I won't specify what exactly was agreed upon, so as not to take any leverage from Lexus of, Bellevue. I really had a great experience with them and has been one of the first car purchases that seemed to be a "win-win". If any one has experience with powder coating their wheels (durability, etc) it would make for a good sub thread?

[PenangCT]

Anyone know what the offset is on the stock 16" wheels ?

[Team Lexus]

16x6 +45