Mazda5 Tires: Issues & Replacement Recommendations
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VenomDesign
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- Mazda 5 GT Pearl White '07
Use this site to compare tire size.
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Keep in mind that you can't go over 3% without expecting minor troubles such as ABS malfonction or speedometer reading.
So with your non-stock tires size, your speedometer read 60mph when you are traveling at 63mph. And the tire size is 4.9% bigger than what it is recommended for your ride.
I will go with 205/55 instead.
http://www.miata.net/garage/tirecalc.html
Keep in mind that you can't go over 3% without expecting minor troubles such as ABS malfonction or speedometer reading.
So with your non-stock tires size, your speedometer read 60mph when you are traveling at 63mph. And the tire size is 4.9% bigger than what it is recommended for your ride.
I will go with 205/55 instead.
Kuhmo Ecsta LX...
For what it's worth, I replaced the OEM Toyos after 31,000 miles recently with Kumho Ecsta LX Platinums. Size is the same as the OEM Toyos (205/50-17). I got them from tire rack for $118 each.
After a couple of weeks and about a thousand miles, I'll give them a hearty "thumbs up".
First thing apparent is how much quieter they are than the Toyos. Now, since the OEM's had more than 30K miles, it might seem a bit unfair to rate the Toyos as noisy, but they did seem noisy from day one. Maybe a ride in a new '09 might not seem as dramatic, but they do seem much quieter.
Handling seems equal to the Toyos. No squeals on turns or anything like that. Also, a big difference in the wet. In the past week, some tropical rains (thanks, Danny) have drenched parts of the southeast. Hydroplaning resistance is much improved and there is a noticeable improvement in traction when starting uphill on a wet road.
I'd sum the Toyos up by using a work that came to mind after a day or so riding on the Kumhos...they make the 5 feel somewhat more sophisticated. A lot of the noise transmitted and resonating through the body structure is absent with these tires. The whole car feels better put-together and more "expensive" with these on. So, at least for me - an average driver using my car about 40 miles per day in suburban southeast US conditions (with some "sporting" pretentions) - I'd say the LX Platinum seems to be a good balance of refinement and good handling. We'll see how they go from here...(thumb)
For what it's worth, I replaced the OEM Toyos after 31,000 miles recently with Kumho Ecsta LX Platinums. Size is the same as the OEM Toyos (205/50-17). I got them from tire rack for $118 each.
After a couple of weeks and about a thousand miles, I'll give them a hearty "thumbs up".
First thing apparent is how much quieter they are than the Toyos. Now, since the OEM's had more than 30K miles, it might seem a bit unfair to rate the Toyos as noisy, but they did seem noisy from day one. Maybe a ride in a new '09 might not seem as dramatic, but they do seem much quieter.
Handling seems equal to the Toyos. No squeals on turns or anything like that. Also, a big difference in the wet. In the past week, some tropical rains (thanks, Danny) have drenched parts of the southeast. Hydroplaning resistance is much improved and there is a noticeable improvement in traction when starting uphill on a wet road.
I'd sum the Toyos up by using a work that came to mind after a day or so riding on the Kumhos...they make the 5 feel somewhat more sophisticated. A lot of the noise transmitted and resonating through the body structure is absent with these tires. The whole car feels better put-together and more "expensive" with these on. So, at least for me - an average driver using my car about 40 miles per day in suburban southeast US conditions (with some "sporting" pretentions) - I'd say the LX Platinum seems to be a good balance of refinement and good handling. We'll see how they go from here...(thumb)
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Guys, I'm planning to change my 17" stock wheels to winter aftermarket 16" wheels. I just want to ask if my (2009 Mazda5 touring) TPMS warning light will make also a buzzing sound? or it will just light on? I will not transfer the TPMS valve to the 16" wheels. Would Honda wheels will Fit?
thanks in advance.
thanks in advance.
Lots of pages in this thread, with some very good advice/observations. Here's my 2 cents.
215/50 vs 205/50= slightly taller sidewall for more flex, which will smooth the ride. Some cornering grip will be lost, but only likely at the outer limits of traction.
larger circumference tires = lower revs at any given speed, which could mean a quieter ride, better economy, and longer engine life, giving up some acceleration rate in the process.
Larger diameter/circumference tires may increase load capacity as well.
Why doesn't Mazda include 215's as OE? Not as Zoom-Zoom as the 205. Also, they are likely in a long term contract with Toyo for these particular tires.
BTW, how many 5spd owners who upsized their tires have noticed a difference in clutch takeup when 1st pulling away from a stop, is their any tendency to stall
215/50 vs 205/50= slightly taller sidewall for more flex, which will smooth the ride. Some cornering grip will be lost, but only likely at the outer limits of traction.
larger circumference tires = lower revs at any given speed, which could mean a quieter ride, better economy, and longer engine life, giving up some acceleration rate in the process.
Larger diameter/circumference tires may increase load capacity as well.
Why doesn't Mazda include 215's as OE? Not as Zoom-Zoom as the 205. Also, they are likely in a long term contract with Toyo for these particular tires.
BTW, how many 5spd owners who upsized their tires have noticed a difference in clutch takeup when 1st pulling away from a stop, is their any tendency to stall
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
My 06 has Yokohama Avid T4s (215/50/17, All Season) and my 08 still the OEM Toyo Crapxes. There is a softer ride feel on the 06, but no clutch differences at all. The 06 is my daily driver but drive both randomly from time to time (dunno)
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- 2008 Mazda5 5MT Sport w/ Popular Package
Hmmmm, check carefully, possibly the problem is not the tires themselves but what is causing it is somewhere between the pedal and the seat
Just kidding, just kidding (lol2)
I believe the Ford Fusion uses 67.1mm centre bore making it ok.
The Acura centre bore would be different, either too small or too big. If it's too big, you'll make your wheels lugcentric as opposed to hubcentric which could lead to vibrations at high speeds and your tires going out of balance every so often. If it's too small it just won't fit. Either way I wouldn't go for it.
The Acura centre bore would be different, either too small or too big. If it's too big, you'll make your wheels lugcentric as opposed to hubcentric which could lead to vibrations at high speeds and your tires going out of balance every so often. If it's too small it just won't fit. Either way I wouldn't go for it.
good to know, I'll be ordering tires for next spring when I take the snows off. I was thinking of Sumitomo's from Tirerack, cheap and I've had the HTR+ on a civic and they were super smooth and quiet.
Did you have winter tires to get to 50k? We're at 36k and still life left in the Toyo's but have wintered with studless snowstires.
Did you have winter tires to get to 50k? We're at 36k and still life left in the Toyo's but have wintered with studless snowstires.
Nope. Kept the Toyos on year-round. Rotated every 5k or so until the last 15k, then I got lazy.
was98strat
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Just wondering why you upsized the winter tires, usually winter tires are -1 in size not +1! The idea being that by going down from 205's to 195's you get higher pressures on your contact patches and better traction
Yes it'll work but when it comes time to replace tires, stock size is 205/55R16.
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