Should I fit 17-inch wheels to my A3?
I own a 2008 Audi A3. Recently I have been thinking of changing tyres from 16-inch to 17-inch, along with wheel rims. Would like to know if this will cause any issues which affects mileage and performance of the car?
Asked on 1 June 2016 by SURREY
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Honest John
The only reason to do that is bling. You will suffer a worse ride, a greater likelihood of rim and tyre damage, faster tyre wear and more expensive tyres. If you really want to improve your A3, fit 205/55 R16 Michelin Cross Climate tyres.
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