Best tyre size for Mercedes-C-Class?

I have a 2005 Mercedes-Benz C-Class automatic and the original tyres fitted were Continental 225/45/R17. Are these tyres and size still the best for this make and model?

Asked on 31 December 2013 by homehurst

Answered by Honest John

No. But you can't switch to 205-215/55-60 R16s without changing the wheels to 16-inch.

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