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My new Passat TDI is on it's way to my dealership but the dealer offered me a Passat with the 17 inch wheel package that is in stock currently. I'm wondering how the ride and feel of the car is changed with the larger rims?
How do they compare? Has anyone driven all three???????
I've only been behind the wheel of a 04 Passat with the 15 inch setup. I seemed to handle nicely and ride well.
My concerns for the 17 inch are that they may be too wide for snow country? That the treadware life expectancy is less than the 16inch, and the the ride may become too harsh on broken pavement in city driving.
The standard 16's look great and seem well porportioned to the car- I think I'm going to go with the 16's as they are a good compromise for traction, ride, longevity and looks.
Please tell me your thoughts and observations.
Thanks! Joel in Wisconsin (Soon to have Stonehenge Grey Passat GLS Sedan w/grey leatherette)
How do they compare? Has anyone driven all three???????
I've only been behind the wheel of a 04 Passat with the 15 inch setup. I seemed to handle nicely and ride well.
My concerns for the 17 inch are that they may be too wide for snow country? That the treadware life expectancy is less than the 16inch, and the the ride may become too harsh on broken pavement in city driving.
The standard 16's look great and seem well porportioned to the car- I think I'm going to go with the 16's as they are a good compromise for traction, ride, longevity and looks.
Please tell me your thoughts and observations.
Thanks! Joel in Wisconsin (Soon to have Stonehenge Grey Passat GLS Sedan w/grey leatherette)