ConticContact DWS 225/40R18 or 225/45R18 ?

[LegaLazy]

Hi guys I have a 06 spec B . I believe my wheel size is 18x7.5.( correct me if I'm wrong) but I am in the market for new tires. But I cannot decide which size to go for. Please give me your input on which size you think is better for me. Comfort is key for me since I take my car to road trips and I daily it as well. Would I have any issues fitting the 225/45? Any rubbing issues? Is the ride quality reall bad for the smaller 225/40? Would I even notice the difference between the two? If you have any pictures of the 225/45 please post them.

[Wicked]

There is nearly a 1" height difference between the 2 sizes. I just put 225/45/18 Michelins on my 3.0R and they have no rubbing issues.

 

Not a close up, but you get the idea.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b83/JF-03-SS/IMG_1133.jpg

[LegaLazy]

There is nearly a 1" height difference between the 2 sizes. I just put 225/45/18 Michelins on my 3.0R and they have no rubbing issues.

 

Not a close up, but you get the idea.

http://i17.photobucket.com/albums/b83/JF-03-SS/IMG_1133.jpg

 

Thnx wicked! appreciate your response. Also are those the Michellin A/S Sport? how do you like them?

[Wicked]

Thnx wicked! appreciate your response. Also are those the Michellin A/S Sport? how do you like them?

Yes they are Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus. Have them on both my Subaru's, LOVE them

[rhino6303]

Do you need the all-season tire? If you have a dedicated setup for winter don't get the dws tires. Get the dw tire instead. I feel the summer one is much better than the all-season.

[Ralph1988]

Hi I changed out some cheap 225-40/18 for some Michelin 225-45/18. They ride better grip well and the speedo is now accurate but don't know about the odo. The bigger tyres look much better too and don't foul the bodywork.