Question about lowering 2011 CX-9 on 22” wheels

Just a quick question on lowering my 2011 CX9 on a 22” Wheels, I would like to ask if lowering it will affect the safety of the car. I am looking between getting lowering springs or coilovers for the purpose of getting more handling performance.

What are your thoughts and suggestions based on your experiences?

TIA! Cheers!
 

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Lowering it will not effect safety. The negatives are a slightly firmer ride. The pro's are a slightly firmer ride. Your COG (center of gravity) is lower, and the lower the better for handling. And the main thing, it looks better lowered. :)

Lowered on H&R coils.

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