2024 CX-5 GS Ride Quality and Noise Levels

[Freedom55]

Hm - I found 5x114.3mm, 16x7.5 or 16x8 steel rims. The only problem is centre bore is a bit bigger than OEM. Isn't it supposed to be 67.1? I'm getting 70+

5x114-3 WHEELS - 16''

The Wheel Shop is a Canadian online wheel and tire retailer / wholesaler.

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I also live where roads are in really bad shape Montreal Quebec...These wheels are probably multifit i.e universal and lug centric meaning the wheel will be centered by the lug nuts, not the hub. I've had similar wheels a while ago for a Kia Rondo and they would fit some Mazda, Kia/Hyundai and Mitsubishi models.

To answer some of your other questions, 235 is marginally wider than 225, less than 5%. I've had a couple of vehicles with winter tires that were 10 mm wider and I could not tell the difference; the reason was the tires I wanted were not available in OEM sizes. Whether you decide to use 225 or 235/70/16 you can inflate them to a slightly lower pressure i.e. 30 PSI like on the Mazda Tribute back then. My advice is to try with 16" tires for the winter and see if it's worth getting 16" alloys & tires for the summer. Good luck!

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

I also live where roads are in really bad shape Montreal Quebec...These wheels are probably multifit i.e universal and lug centric meaning the wheel will be centered by the lug nuts, not the hub. I've had similar wheels a while ago for a Kia Rondo and they would fit some Mazda, Kia/Hyundai and Mitsubishi models.

To answer some of your other questions, 235 is marginally wider than 225, less than 5%. I've had a couple of vehicles with winter tires that were 10 mm wider and I could not tell the difference; the reason was the tires I wanted were not available in OEM sizes. Whether you decide to use 225 or 235/70/16 you can inflate them to a slightly lower pressure i.e. 30 PSI like on the Mazda Tribute back then. My advice is to try with 16" tires for the winter and see if it's worth getting 16" alloys & tires for the summer. Good luck!

I talked to the owner of the website, and he said I can use 5x114.3 16x6.5 rims for the 235/70/16. I will be doing so I think it's safe. I couldn't find any rims for 7.5" or 8" that don't impact my wheel offset a lot.

 

[N7turbo]

There are likely some Mazdas that come with 16" wheels you could use.

As long as the offset is 45 you won't have any change in how the wheel fits. And these cars can fit a 9" wheel comfortably without any rubbing at a 45 offset. I would also be just fine going to a 35 offset if the wheel is only 7.0-7.5" so it would maintain a flush exterior appearance. Except in the winter you may want to keep things contained more inside the wheel well.

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

There are likely some Mazdas that come with 16" wheels you could use.

As long as the offset is 45 you won't have any change in how the wheel fits. And these cars can fit a 9" wheel comfortably without any rubbing at a 45 offset. I would also be just fine going to a 35 offset if the wheel is only 7" so it would maintain a flush exterior appearance.

Ok I'm very new to this sorry . I ask too many questions but I'm that guy .

If you don't mind, what steel rims 16" can accommodate a 235/70/16 with no issues
I want the basic steelies look no fancy design

 

[N7turbo]

Ok I'm very new to this sorry . I ask too many questions but I'm that guy .

If you don't mind, what steel rims 16" can accommodate a 235/70/16 with no issues
I want the basic steelies look no fancy design

I'm not sure as I've never shopped for them. I am going to attempt to plow ahead with my 245/45/20 DWS06 Plus. I figure, they are a better tire than stock and I've always survived the winter before so I should be fine. Heck I always did fine with FWD and worse tires. I'll just have to do more work keeping the car clean as I'll probably get more junk flinging up the sides.

But let's run some numbers. For that width of tire you'll want a wheel that is between 7-8 inches wide. I would stick with a 45 offset if this is for winter use so you can contain the junk in the wheel wells. And you're right that the wheel should be 5x114.3 (5x4.5) 67.1 hub size. But you can always use https://www.amazon.com/dp/ (commissions earned) to mate up wheels with a different hub size. I am using them with my Forgestars.

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

I'm not sure as I've never shopped for them. I am going to attempt to plow ahead with my 245/45/20 DWS06 Plus. I figure, they are a better tire than stock and I've always survived the winter before so I should be fine. Heck I always did fine with FWD and worse tires. I'll just have to do more work keeping the car clean as I'll probably get more junk flinging up the sides.

But let's run some numbers. For that width of tire you'll want a wheel that is between 7-8 inches wide. I would stick with a 45 offset if this is for winter use so you can contain the junk in the wheel wells. And you're right that the wheel should be 5x114.3 (5x4.5) 67.1 hub size. But you can always use https://www.amazon.com/dp/ (commissions earned) to mate up wheels with a different hub size. I am using them with my Forgestars.

I've found some: Fast Wheels Flair Gloss Black 16x7 +45 5x114.3mm 67.1mm

Not my fave look. But this looks like a good start? Will look for more but this is correct for 235/70/16 Also steel rims have problems with not accepting hub centre rings if lug centric?

The link I attached appears to be alloy rims - quite cheap $150ish each. I heard going cheap on alloy rims is a no-go because over time they can crack or bend etc? A good brand is BBS or Vossen but they cost way more and I am looking at $1000 + just for alloys...

Enkei sounds good - I found these. I also heard Fast Wheels is poor quality for that price. Enkei is $250ish each and a Japanese player in the alloy rims:

5X114.3

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I can run 40 to 50 offset

 

[N7turbo]

While you're at it, check out Konig Wheels

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

While you're at it, check out Konig Wheels

Hm looks good. I think the Enkei are my type with pricing and size fitment. Will stick with the cast alloys EDR9 or PX10. I love the Silver EDR9. And I understand alloys cost more than steelies and have advantages of being 10-15 Ibs lighter each than steel. This translates into slightly better fuel economy, and my CX-5 suspension has less unsprung weight contributing to less effort for parts to work. This translate into better handling and the shocks/struts springs can deliver a smoother ride?

I put 67.1 centre bore or larger and it's giving results like 72.6. So I would need hub centre rings to close the distance to 67.1?

I found these -fairly cheap but not in stock. The center bore is 66.1 - shy of the 67.1 I need.
And steel rims don't have any centering rings? This might be an option because I shelled out good money for the CX-5 and need to start saving

Steel / Acier Premium

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[Mazdiod2]

Pretty good deals on OEM Mazda wheels...

Wheel 16x7 5 Spoke Alloy Silver Inlays Fits 01-04 MAZDA TRIBUTE 39985 | eBay

LOOSE 39985. MAZDA TRIBUTE 01-04 16x7 (5 spoke), (alloy), silver inlays (machined). C Grade - The third level quality part. B Grade - The second level quality part. It is of average miles and normal condition for its age.

www.ebay.com

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

Pretty good deals on OEM Mazda wheels...

Wheel 16x7 5 Spoke Alloy Silver Inlays Fits 01-04 MAZDA TRIBUTE 39985 | eBay

LOOSE 39985. MAZDA TRIBUTE 01-04 16x7 (5 spoke), (alloy), silver inlays (machined). C Grade - The third level quality part. B Grade - The second level quality part. It is of average miles and normal condition for its age.

www.ebay.com

Oh darn, I'm not used to buying used rims I love new so it will hold up better. I don't like old look of Mazda rims.

Is it possible I use the Enkei EDR9 or Steel Acier Premium rims I linked? The steelies have 66.1 bore clearance is that ok to fit on 67.1?

 

[Lazy2.5]

The max I will do is 235/70/16 for winters. Hopefully ice or snow won't build up in brake or wheels and is enough to thaw.
And the slightly wider 235 can still plow through packed snow? I heard narrower is better but wider tires lends to better stability or handling?

But it's the optimal size and within 3% error (1.53). My speedometer will read 1.53% slower than OEM 17 and get slightly worst mileage but I gain in cushier ride and cheaper rims/tires.

There are likely some Mazdas that come with 16" wheels you could use.

As long as the offset is 45 you won't have any change in how the wheel fits. And these cars can fit a 9" wheel comfortably without any rubbing at a 45 offset. I would also be just fine going to a 35 offset if the wheel is only 7.0-7.5" so it would maintain a flush exterior appearance. Except in the winter you may want to keep things contained more inside the wheel well.

There are likely some Mazdas that come with 16" wheels you could use.

As long as the offset is 45 you won't have any change in how the wheel fits. And these cars can fit a 9" wheel comfortably without any rubbing at a 45 offset. I would also be just fine going to a 35 offset if the wheel is only 7.0-7.5" so it would maintain a flush exterior appearance. Except in the winter you may want to keep things contained more inside the wheel well.

Offset should be no more than + or - 2mm, and adjusted according to additional wheel width.

 

[Mazdiod2]

I found these -fairly cheap but not in stock. The center bore is 66.1 - shy of the 67.1 I need.
And steel rims don't have any centering rings? This might be an option because I shelled out good money for the CX-5 and need to start saving

Steel / Acier Premium

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www.canadawheels.ca

Won't fit the hub. My experience has been that OEM is best for these types of wheels. Also offered on Mazda Tribute but you might have to locate them in a salvage yard.
Practically all Mazdas have almost the same wheel mounting but slight differences in the offset.

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

Won't fit the hub. My experience has been that OEM is best for these types of wheels. Also offered on Mazda Tribute but you might have to locate them in a salvage yard.
Practically all Mazdas have almost the same wheel mounting but slight differences in the offset.

Wow so just 1mm difference 67.1 to 66.1 makes it not fit?

I love the Enkei wheels might get those. The damn thing is 72ish though

I dislike OEM design too looks not as good as aftermarket. Can't I get hub rings to close the fit? Wheel shopping is so tedious

 

[Lazy2.5]

Yes I would also recommend looking for some OEM wheels, from Mazda or even another Japanese brand.

 

[N7turbo]

You can adapt a larger center bore onto a smaller one, but not the other way around.

 

[Snake]

Hello,


Purchased a 2024 CX-5 GS in Rhodium White. I love it

Based in Edmonton, AB Canada.

It's on Yokohama Geolandar G91 (P225/65/R17) tires. I feel the ride on Edmonton roads to be very rough and loud? The suv is my type - great size for family and needs. My test drive was brief and I loved the vehicle. The tires I heard are trash - loud noises from the road make into the cabin, stiff over smooth roads etc. I know Mazda is a sporty brand but wouldn't it be the case of tires making my car so harsh to drive?


What's a remedy for this, better tires? What do you recommend?


Thanks,

Our '24 S Select came with the same tires are they are garbage. We will drive on them until they are toast and then we will upgrade. Economy car companies buy average tires in bulk for a huge savings to keep cost increases lower. The CX-5 is an economy car. It's built well, drives well, and made with attention to detail, but it is an economy car, nonetheless so it has economy tires on it.

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

Our '24 S Select came with the same tires are they are garbage. We will drive on them until they are toast and then we will upgrade. Economy car companies buy average tires in bulk for a huge savings to keep cost increases lower. The CX-5 is an economy car. It's built well, drives well, and made with attention to detail, but it is an economy car, nonetheless so it has economy tires on it.

I want 16" tires extra cushy and smooth quietness. I might get Continental CrossContact LX25 235 70R16 size idk

 

[Snake]

I want 16" tires extra cushy and smooth quietness. I might get Continental CrossContact LX25 235 70R16 size idk

I've got the 18" 60 profile Conti CCs on my Honda and they transformed that vehicle for the better. Those are outstanding tires, arguably the best I've ever driven on.

 

[24CX-5GS-RW]

I've got the 18" 60 profile Conti CCs on my Honda and they transformed that vehicle for the better. Those are outstanding tires, arguably the best I've ever driven on.

Is it the LX25? In what ways is it best? Sorry, handling wise or comfort wise?

 

[200955]

Our '24 S Select came with the same tires are they are garbage. We will drive on them until they are toast and then we will upgrade. Economy car companies buy average tires in bulk for a huge savings to keep cost increases lower. The CX-5 is an economy car. It's built well, drives well, and made with attention to detail, but it is an economy car, nonetheless so it has economy tires on it.

It occurs to me that you bought the wrong vehicle and like every other brand, we all find something unsettling that we almost can't live with. On my Toyota it was the hard seats, on my CX-5 it's the way it fogs up inside in the winter. As for tires, I'm convinced that every manufacturer has a better tire than what you currently have and some are true depending on your expectations. Wouldn't it be a b**** if you spent $1200 on new tires and ended up sacrificing handling or worse yet no real improvement at all. I went out of my way to find the exact same tires that the manufacturer originally put on my 2018 CX-5, they had to come from Montreal. 134,000 Km and six years later and I'm only on my second set. Noisy tires are generally "gripier" with a more aggresive tread and a bit harder rubber to keep the tread flat on the pavement. These cars are known globally for handling and sometimes that requires a tire without "wallowy" sidewalls. Pity the guy that bought a Jeep, those knobby tires must drive him around the bend but by golly it'll get him anywhere, any time of year. CX-5's have a very taught suspension - I've never seen a fatter antir-roll bar on a car it's size in all my life. The one on my '65 Impala isn't that fat. So whatever you do have the tire joint guarantee that what they sell you won't compromise the agility of your ride. I can almost hear the BS coming out of their mouths. "Quite tires mean softer compounds and that means more wear in less time, but don't worry we'll have something better in 30,000 Km's time that we can sell you, for a price".