barga

Hello!

Looking now for winter tires. Q has 265/50R19 110R XL tires and rims. Can I mount 18" tires and rims and if so what are the specs?


Thinking of getting a set of winter tires wheels and rims to pop on in winter, (now) but not sure if I need to get 19" or if I can get 18".

Thanks for thoughts.

oh and Happy New Year!

D3Audi

Welcome! Yes 18" will fit if they're the same bolt pattern as your current rims (5x130) if your not looking for 'new' rims, check Craigslist, all VW Touareg, and Porsche Cayenne rims will fit as well. If your looking to save some money you could just purchase some winter tires for your 19" rims and just swap them out in the spring and fall. If you do end up on Craigslist or similar, be very leery of used tires. Or used tires on used rims. either way, good luck with your Q7!

barga

Ok. Thanks. I understand the bolt pattern need, (5X130) but is there a spec for the rim size? and then also the tire size? for 18" I want to looking into both options, (just stretching 19" winter tires on my rims now) or getting a whole tire and rim set up in 18" for winter.

thanks!

uberwgn

Barga, the owner's manual will have various tire specs applicable to your vehicle. I'd check there.


You can also do research at Tire Rack's website.

barga

Hi, Thanks, Am looking at tire rack site, specifically for 18":

in winter tires, these sizes are coming up:

235/60R18 107T XL
255/55R18 109T XL

and 18X8.5 rims.

Thanks much!

barga

anyone have any recommendations on the 18" rim and winter tire set up? Any strong feeling on the 235/60 v/s 255/55?

Thanks for any thoughts..

Canadian Lurker

I'm running the 255/55 tire per dealer's recommendation. No complaints or issues after 2 seasons running winters so fa.

barga

ordered 235/60R18 107T XL on black alloy rims today from Tirerack. Ill keep you all posted.

Also, check engine light just came on this evening while driving from Maine to Mass. So here I go! :roll eyes:

wish me luck