Which wheel size is best for the Volkswagen Golf?

Is it possible to change the 16-inch alloy wheels to a 15-inch size on my Volkswagen Golf 1.4 TSI (122PS) 2012? I want to improve the ride quality and help prevent travel nausea caused by the what seems to be a bumpy ride.

Asked on 1 December 2014 by Adrian Anstey

Answered by Honest John

That should be possible, yes. The tyre size will be 195/65 R15. But fit normal tyres, not low rolling resistance energy tyres because energy tyres have stiff sidewalls and ride harder.

Tags: ride comfort wheels and tyres

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