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Probably be a shorter thread if you asked "who hasn't run 215/45-17 on their Mini?"
That being said, I am very happy with my Goodyears in that size.

 

The issue with 16's is the lack of tire selection sizes.

 

I am running 215/45/17s on my R56 CooperS on the MINI two piece Web Spoke rims. They look great! They look like they were meant to be there from the factory.



They perform well, too. No unusual wear at all. I'm on my second set of 215s. The first set wore very evenly.

CD

 

Buy them Genik. They look good. They don't rub.

 

I love my RE71R's.

 

Not to be a killjoy, but assuming you are asking about 215/45-17 tires because you are replacing 205/45-17 tires, the difference is negligible. The 215 tires are 10mm wider -- that's just 4/10s of an inch. I think a person is unlikely to be able to spot a difference of less than half an inch of tire width with the naked eye.

I run 215/45-17 on my MINI simply because there are more tire choices available in that size as opposed to the 205/45-17 size. Pure and simple.

 

I personally think there is a very subtle difference in looks, but without looking too wide for the rims. To me, the 215s are a no-brainer.

But, I totally agree that one tire size shift can make a big difference in the number of tire choices available. I used to own an Audi A6 allroad, and going one size wider, at the least, quadrupled my selection of tires.

CD

 

This will help you visualize the overall look, at least from the belt line down. 215/45-17 Michelin Pilot Sport A/S3. Also running NM RS Alpha springs, and have never had any issues.



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My Michelin A/S 3's are.

 

Bridgestone RE71Rs

 

That is usually the go to size for most folks with a 17'' wheel...

 

See post number 4.

 

Yes, it isn't true. They should be fine.

24.6-24.7" diameter and only 10mm wider - still close enough to stock.

Maybe some of the more square-shouldered tires in that size on a markedly lowered
MINI with a full load on board could rub a little, but in general, no.

 

Nope. I haven't observed ANY negative consequences at all.

CD

 

I have had no issues with the 205/45/17s on my MCS other than a hard, feel-every-bump ride. The wheels are from my wife's S and I switched out my 16" set with her 17s this Spring so she could get a softer ride.

 

So generous of you :biggrin5:

 

Yep. 16" is the best overall street wheel size for MINIs, IMO. But of course people will continue to buy 17" and 18"...

Disclosure statement: I currently own 15", 16", 17" and 18" wheels for my MINI.

 

Mine don't. Even Dragon runs don't create an issue.

 

Star Specs are available. Nothing else matters. :devil: