R2 Wheels Options, Tire Sizes, Width, Offset - Hub Bore Size - 19" and 20"

[Horsey]

Normally that's true- but the case here is the 20's are all-terrain rubber compounds which matters (stickier/softer compounds, deeper and more complex tread blocks and more tread squirm, and stiffer sidewalls).

And while I don't know for certain, I would expect that the 20" AT's are also heavier wheels to handles off-road which equals more unsprang mass. Altogether though, a 7% difference is pretty good.

By the way, AT tires are not, by their primary nature, snow tires FWIW. And yes- as many in this thread have expressed and have done with their R1's you can replace the 20's with a number of all-season options. There is only ONE tire available for the 21's.

Have you had low-profile tires before (shorter sidewalls like the 21's)? If not-just be prepared to curb them I love the look, but invariably I find a curb within the first year

I’m in the camp that I want maximum range and that looks and ride feel are irrelevant are car rims interchangeable? I’d deadass put 19” or smaller on the R2 if it meant +10% more range.

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[CD1973]

What is this odd fascination with comically oversized wheels? I do wish I could get the standard 19s, or even something smaller, paired with the Premium model. What is gained from a larger, heavier wheel, and less rubber between wheel edge and road? Is there an engineering advantage, improved handling, efficiency, or is it all about style and looks?

 

[rfkxyz]

This strangeness w/ BFG Trail-Terrain T/A+ continues - I just clicked on EVERY size currently listed on Tire Rack - ALL are 3PMSF except R2's 255/60/20. Perhaps production startup weirdness?

I'm aiming for ~summer 2027 for MY28, so perhaps this or other 3PMSF will materialize - Pirelli WeatherActive, please (we have them on 3 cars - all good). But I'd get Michelin AS before a replacement set of BFG ATs w/out 3PMSF. At some point this will transition from weird to stupid - clutters up brand identity for new T/A+ before it even launches. Well done.

BFGoodrich Trail-Terrain T/A+
Ride Comfort-Focused All-Terrain Tire Good on Highway, Snow

"On-Road All-Terrain tires -may be- branded with the M+S and three-peak mountain snowflake (3PMSF)"

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/bfgoodrich-trail-terrain-t-a-plus

For example -

Ride Comfort-Focused All-Terrain Tire Good on Highway, Snow
in 255/55R20 -

"

Severe Snow Service Rated: Yes"

Ride Comfort-Focused All-Terrain Tire Good on Highway, Snow
in 255/60R20 -

"

Severe Snow Service Rated: No"

So, no snow? (combo-rhyme on purpose, sorry)

 

[Dark-Fx]

What is this odd fascination with comically oversized wheels? I do wish I could get the standard 19s, or even something smaller, paired with the Premium model. What is gained from a larger, heavier wheel, and less rubber between wheel edge and road? Is there an engineering advantage, improved handling, efficiency, or is it all about style and looks?

Brakes.

 

[CD1973]

Brakes.

Same brakes on base, premium, and performance, right? If yes, then why not offer 19s on all levels?

 

[mdpa]

Same brakes on base, premium, and performance, right? If yes, then why not offer 19s on all levels?

Although 19” options would be nice, I am sure you will easily be able to trade your wheels and get $$$ from people who would prefer the looks.

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