Downsizing wheels for comfort

Is it feasible to change the wheels and tyres from the standard 6.5 x 16 running 195/45s to the base models 5.5 x 14 running 175 x 65s?

If so, will I have to have the engine remapped and will there be any unforeseen consequences.

Asked on 23 November 2012 by Graham D

Answered by Honest John

Yes. That's what Ford does for the Econnetic model

Tags: ride comfort wheels and tyres downsizing

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