xziler8

Purchased an S4 Prestige w/ 19" 5-arm (black) with Summer Contis -- wasn't really looking for the 19" setup and although it handles awesome, the ride is kinda rough for the NE roads. I haven't driven a winter yet but could image the 19s would probably be worse than an 18" setup. I drove a '13 S4 P+ and it felt nice with 18s. If I go to an 18" rim -- probably a VMR 708 with an A/S tire -- does the forum think I'll have an issues selling the 5-arms?
I love the stance of the car -- but don't want to deal with a summer and winter sets... in the northern Philly suburbs...

mgar64

i know this is a year old, but I have a similar question. I have a 2011 A4 Premium Plus Quattro with S-Line package. The wheels are 19” blade wheels. They are nice looking. Gray on a dark gray metallic car. What I don’t like are “low profile” tires. I think having a bit more tire looks better and is more comfortable to drive. So I’m considering either downsizing to 18” or even 17” wheels or a taller 19” tire. Appears there’s room for more tire.

Thoughts?

Stevereddy

Probably NOT anything taller, but a minus size would be beneficial. I have 19" on my A8 D4 and I really like the ride quality. I don't think I would go to 20" or larger due to decreased sidewall and increased weight and rotational mass.