Will a 16-inch rim space saver wheel be acceptable on my car with 17-inch wheels?

Will a 16-inch rim space saver be acceptable on my Mazda MX5 with 17-inch wheels?

Asked on 5 February 2020 by David Dare

Answered by David Ross
Yes, you can have a smaller size space saver in your car. It's a spare for emergencies only - essentially to either get you home or get you to a tyre depot. The slight disparity on rolling circumference is not a problem when used for emergencies only.
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