Any thoughts on this? Pictures would help!

Thank you!

I suggest you stay with 225/40/18 which is the proper overall height to keep your speedo bang on. By going with a 45 series tire your speedo will be off by 3.5%.

 

I suggest you stay with 225/40/18 which is the proper overall height to keep your speedo bang on. By going with a 45 series tire your speedo will be off by 3.5%.

I agree with you the 225/40/18 is bang on at 25.1" diameter, which is the same supposedly as the stock 205/55/16. Though if you calculate the 205/55/16 diameter it is 24.9"

The Limited comes with 215/45/17 and calculates to
17*25.4=431.8
215*.45*2=193.5
Total 625.3/25.4=24.62" diameter

The tire rack shows it as 24.8" and the 205/55/16 as 25.1 though they originally had it as 24.9".

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...leSearch=true&fromCompare1=yes&autoMake=Hyundai&autoYear=2013&autoModel=Elantra Coupe&autoModClar=SE

http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tires...leSearch=true&fromCompare1=yes&autoMake=Hyundai&autoYear=2013&autoModel=Elantra Sedan&autoModClar=GLS

No matter the small differences in diameter are close enough and I doubt the ECU is adjusted per model for such small differences. I could be wrong about that but you still have different make tires that may vary a bit in diameter too.

 

3.5% will bring mine right in line with the radar. I'm about 2 MPG light in the speedometer department.

 

Quoted for prosperity once you see what you did

 

Thanks all! I just really love the 45 series look! Check out Kencwood's car: (His photo and his car obviously)

http://i6.photobucket.com/albums/y208/kencwood/Elantra/001.jpg

If my speedo is off by 3.5%, then that's not too bad at all.

Also, when I change tires down the road, will 45 tires be cheaper than 40 tires?

 

Here's the pic of the look I'm going for again....

 

Pictures would help!

Thank you!

Here is 215/45/18

BTW the Sonata and Voloster 18 inch wheels are 7.5 inches wide, which is optimal for the 225 or 215/ 45 tire.

 

Wow! Really good look, SaurianFire!

 

Make no mistake that is not my car. Just the same color. I came across the image looking for wheels.

 

Have your seen this image???

Used the OE Hankook tires 225/45. I was very skeptical at first thinking I might need to lower the vehicle, but unknowneyes here on the forum was right and it looks just about spot on with this setup without lowering springs.

http://www.hyundai-forums.com/231-m...m/231-md-2011-elantra/127039-installed-18-sonata-wheels-elantra.html#post932509

 

Looks great. Appears lowered!

 

Take a look Rich you are in this thread too.


http://www.hyundai-forums.com/231-m...31-md-2011-elantra/127039-installed-18-sonata-wheels-elantra-4.html#post1021786

 

Perfect! That's exactly the look I'm going for. Plus I have a front lip on mine!

 

Agreed. I will probably go this route too. Still want to go one step further as the optimal width for this size is 7.5" and the wheels I am seriously looking at are 18 X 8.

If you have an auto you may want to completely understand how shift points are affected or not.

 

How much are you guys spending on the 18's package? I'd love to trade up my limited elantra rims, but that would probably be a hassle, selling etc.

I like the 17's, but I do wish they were 55 instead of 45.

 

How much are you guys spending on the 18's package? I'd love to trade up my limited elantra rims, but that would probably be a hassle, selling etc.

I like the 17's, but I do wish they were 55 instead of 45.

Your thinking is backwards. If you want 55's think about 16 inch wheels.

Tires for 18 inch wheels for the E will have a 40 at max 45 aspect ratio.

Wheel prices for 18 inches can vary from $400 to $2000. Then you have to buy tires. Or you could look for a Voloster/Sonata owner that is buying new wheels and buy his used wheel/tire combo.

 

Saurian, wont the 18 x 8 be sticking out?

acp, I would have bought wheels sooner but plans got delayed. I budgeted around $1400 for wheels and tires. Planning on getting charcoal 18s with 45 tires.

 

Saurian, wont the 18 x 8 be sticking out?

Nope, I'm running 18x8, with the proper offset it'll look awesome.

 

I hope this is not off-topic, but don't you feel a little uncomfortable with so little rubber between the tire and the road? These pictures -- admittedly, they look good -- make me think they'd pop on every other pothole on the road, and the ride must be harsh. My Elantra's P205/55R16 already look so skinny next to my 1996 Camry's 205/65HR15. I can't say I'm comfortable with how modern cars' tires are so skinny these days.

 

The ones from the Mazda look like 30s for the tires. 45s shouldn't be too bad and should still be a good balance between style and comfort.

 

I didn't grow up an tire/car aficionado and now that I own my Elantra, I want to make it pop a little more!

Where can I find out what kind of tires are on my 2011 LTD?

Also, what exactly is offset and for example what does P215/45R17 mean?


I'm starting research to decide to just wheels or wheels and tires. Looking for a comfortable ride and something to lessen the high way noise.

 

I'm starting research to decide to just wheels or wheels and tires. Looking for a comfortable ride and something to lessen the high way noise.

Start at Tire Rack tech for both Tires and Wheels:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tiretech/tiretech.jsp

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/tech/index.jsp

 

Those M52's are a sharp looking rim, finished in "Hyper Black" they will really set off the look on a Grey E.
How wide of a rim were you thinking of going with?

 

18X8" +50 offset 225/45/18 just as we have been discussing.

Weight is 21.7lbs for wheels not like the 18.6lbs like the PF01 or the TSW but about $475 cheaper than the PF01 and $600 cheaper than the TSWs . Where the weight is save is in the tires. 22lbs compared the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 is $65 cheaper but weigh in at 25lbs.

21.7+22=43.7lbs compared to the stock 16s, which supposedly weigh 42lbs each.

 

I want these from the mid-'13 Sonata SE Turbo... B) And then I plan on turning my stock 17s into my winter wheels.

 

Those are two different rims. Look at the spoke.

 

You know..I'm just being honest here..I really don't know whether to commend those peeps who equipped their Elantras with 18" wheels (and it's not like the unsophisticated rear suspension is a secret) or just execute a double faceplam.

Sorry if I probably sound like an arse through this post.

 

You know..I'm just being honest here..I really don't know whether to commend those peeps who equipped their Elantras with 18" wheels (and it's not like the unsophisticated rear suspension is a secret) or just execute a double faceplam.

Sorry if I probably sound like an arse through this post.

And Bryan I am fully aware of the tooth-extractingly harsh ride I'll be in for, especially with having to go down to a 40mm sidewall to reduce the speedometer error. They will NOT be a year-round wheel.

The ride is a matter of perspective. Hyundai gave our E sedan the softest and least capable handling ride of all the Es. Most likely with the assumption that the majority of buyers wanted this kind of ride. I think they were correct.

Our E previously came with an anti-roll bar in the rear. Now The coupe and GT only come with the rear anti-roll bar and higher rate springs. All contribute to a firmer better handling ride.
Suspension helps differentiate Coupe and GT from Hyundai

Tires really are part of the suspension and the better handling tires do give a firmer ride. It is not the rear suspension in principal that gives the soft ride its the spring and shock rates. This also contributes to significant body roll and poor handling characteristics that are popular complaints.

18 inch wheels are just a continuing trend of bigger wheels for better handling and looks. Larger wheels and lower aspect ratio tires do handle and look better up to a point and again this is taste and perspective.

One person's firm ride seems like a "tooth-extractingly harsh ride" and to another its a firm ride, which is desirable and enjoyed.

BTW I just saw a new Veloster this morning with the same wheels.

 

The wheels are both 18" but just a different design.

And Bryan I am fully aware of the tooth-extractingly harsh ride I'll be in for, especially with having to go down to a 40mm sidewall to reduce the speedometer error. They will NOT be a year-round wheel.

 

The wheels are both 18" but just a different design.

Really???

 

Yep. Totally different.

Here's the 11-early '13 shown on the red Elantra....


And here's the updated later-'13 wheel....

 

Ok its easier to see now. Looks like the Lexani Lust with exposed lug nuts.

Lexani Custom Luxury Wheels | Wheel Gallery - Premium Series

 

Dammit Saurian...now you've got me on Lexani's website customizing the wheels for Emma. I can't afford them yet but maybe by next summer I'll spring for a set.

 

LMAO You guys are killing me! :laughing:

 

Hey its a great feeling liking a set of wheels that personalize your pride and joy. Not so good for the wallet.



That Lexani wheel is really sharp but be careful there is one with a pinstripe around the edge, which is usually shown and another one without it. I even noticed the difference.

 

Hey its a great feeling liking a set of wheels that personalize your pride and joy. Not so good for the wallet.

Before my 2013 Elantra(2007 Dodge Caliber), never had anything but my 15 inch steel wheels. But found some real nice Caliber 17 inch wheels with nice tires for only $50 on Craigslist.

........ anybody got alloys & tires for $50........ aha..... you say $1000-$1500 & that's the cheap stuff.....& no tires.......

I'll wait 5 years & look at Craigslist, again.

 

I'll be ordering these to fit the Sonata SE since we know those fit the Elantra.

LEXANI® LUST Wheels - Black with Machined Face and Groove Rims

 

I'll be ordering these to fit the Sonata SE since we know those fit the Elantra.

LEXANI® LUST Wheels - Black with Machined Face and Groove Rims

Your reply confused me at first. Just enter the Elantra Info and then after that window:

"only guaranteed fitment wheel sizes are displayed for this vehicle
click here to view all available sizes for this wheel anyway"

This brings up all the sizes to choose from and you can pick the correct one as they are highlighted in bold for the most part. Since you know what the correct size and offset you want you can pick the best one. 17X7.5 or 18X8 with a +45 offset. You can also e-mail or call their wheel techs. I found them very knowledgeable by e-mail once they know your vehicle, which means they can find out the right answers.

On a side note has sbr711 or other tech on the board ever confirmed if the dealer can make changes to the ECU for tire diameter???

I did find this:

We have no service tool in shop for speedo/odometer caliberation/mileage adjustment.. if we replace a speedo, it ship to dealer first, then sent out to facility in CA I think it is to have correct mileage entered, sent back, and re-install.
http://www.hyundai-forums.com/231-m.../231-md-2011-elantra/154656-dealer-resetting-mileage-new-car-3.html#post1213587