[lordg]

Looking for winter tires. Is it safe to get 18" inch winter tires? or is 17" inch better?

[Micleg]

17 is safer, cheaper and you have more to choose from.

[derek335i]

if you have 335i, you probably have to go with 18' the smallest size

[HighlandPete]

Originally Posted by derek335i

if you have 335i, you probably have to go with 18' the smallest size

I think we will find BMW OEM will allow 17" fitment. F10/11 5-series 535i will take the 17" winter wheel package. I've a 17" winter set for my 535i, they are listed on the specification options.

The issue is more for aftermarket rims, as some have a different shaped well in the rim. Therfore will foul the brakes.

HighlandPete

[KneeDragr]

If you plan on driving in the snow frequently, the heavier the better.

[derek335i]

Originally Posted by HighlandPete

I think we will find BMW OEM will allow 17" fitment. F10/11 5-series 535i will take the 17" winter wheel package. I've a 17" winter set for my 535i, they are listed on the specification options.

The issue is more for aftermarket rims, as some have a different shaped well in the rim. Therfore will foul the brakes.

HighlandPete

this does make sense!
thx man

[ocso1606]

Go with the 18's looks better. Blizzaks. What car do you have?

[remmib]

I doubt there will be much difference between 225/50/17 and 225/45/18 in winter condition.