08-01-2021, 09:33 PM | #1 |
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Ideal winter tyre setup for 2017 340i xDrive
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New member here! Just love the F30 generation 340i. I just got a pre owned 2017 340i xDrive, and wanted to know what wheel and tyre size would be ideal for snow conditions here in Toronto. I would prefer a non staggered setup if it is more economical and could work. Current Vehicle info: 2017 340i xDrive Estoril Blue Track handling package M Sport Brakes Front wheel/tyre setup: 225/40 R19 89Y Rear wheel/tyre setup:255/35 R19 92Y I would appreciate inputs and some guidance Thanks! |
08-02-2021, 01:50 AM | #4 |
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My friend has 245/40/18 square on an xDrive 340i for his winters. It fills up the wheel gap more but the sidewall will be taller if you don't mind that look. A lot of tires are available in that size as well.
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08-02-2021, 12:01 PM | #5 |
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Not what you are asking, but if I owned a car like yours, I would garage it and drive a beater with very good snow tires in the winter. I understand this may not be an option for you. I very much like the colour and the engine in your car, enjoy! |
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08-02-2021, 07:56 PM | #8 |
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Gotcha. I will most prob run the same square setup as well. The -1 size will help with potholes and all.
Ive heard a lot about the Bridgestone Blizzaks. But looks like these cost north of $250 a piece! Any suggestions for a more economical tyre? |
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08-03-2021, 06:53 AM | #9 |
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What ak22 said. 225/45R18 square setup is the proper size. 245/40 is too wide for the winter, although you'd likely be ok in Toronto.
Blizzaks are the way to go. Start looking for a used set on Kijiji. I got mine last Oct, used for 3 winters on a set of replica black BMW BBS look rims for $1100. The guy paid $3600 new for them, and returned his leased 4 series early after losing his job due to Covid. If you think $250 a tire is expensive, you're in for a huge surprise if you have to replace one rear 255/35R19 run flat due to a screw in the sidewall. |
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I run Blizzaks on my wife’s car, blizzaks are a bit noisy compared to the Hakkas.
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08-04-2021, 08:27 AM | #11 |
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In my experience with the exact same car, 225s are too narrow for the rear. I have tried a 225 for a week on x-ice3 tires and found myself breaking traction on occasion. A 235 might be the better choice for a square setup to resolve the traction issue.
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08-04-2021, 09:29 AM | #12 |
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225/45/18 all around is the perfect size.
Im running Sottozero 2 's Runflats Great in slush and ice, not the best in heavy powder, or deep snow. What I like about them the most is that in "the dry" winter conditions they don't feel like the typical mushy winter rubber. - you can actually somewhat drive spiritedly. |
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Wheel = 18x8.5 M5 Replica 5x120 35HS. Tyre = 225/45 R18 SottoZero3 RFT 91H What Im wondering is whether the 35 offset is good enough to clear the M-Sport brakes? Basically what would be the ideal wheel width and offset for running the 225/45 R18 on the 340i with the M-Sport brakes in the back and front? |
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Narrower tires are better for cutting through snow, slush etc in winter driving conditions to ensure a better contact patch. It’s the main point of downsizing….
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225/45/18 is ideal, you don't want to be driving on very wide tires in winter, especially in slush.
I run this tire size on 18x8.5 ET35 wheels I have the M Sport brakes (same as the M Performance brakes), most 18" wheel spoke design should work but I recommend test fitting prior to installing the tires
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