Show me your CX-5 wheels

[Sig cx-5]

I am unfamiliar with this and am unable to find anything on Google.

 

[Kojack]

I am unfamiliar with this and am unable to find anything on Google.

It was from the late 60s it was an actual bar mounted on the dash with tanks in the trunk. A catholic father bought the car new and installed the bar. needless to say he was cut all the time driving. From my research his favorite was rum and coke in the car. The stains in the pipes confirms this.

 

[Snake]

If I mount 235/55/19 tires on 2025 OEM rims, as opposed to the stock 225/55/19 tires, will there be any tire rub inside the wells when I pushing the vehicle hard on twisty turns at speed?

 

[Lanjiao]

Nope, because 235 is not wide enough for you yo grind on anything yet.

 

[Lazy2.5]

My new wheels stick out like 11mm past OEM. No rub. You'll still have plenty of space

 

[Lazy2.5]

Wider tires on a relatively narrow rim doesn't make any sense tho. If the tire manufacturer states that 7" is within the acceptable width for the tire you want, then fine, but you won't necessarily get much of the additional tire contact patch.

 

[N7turbo]

This thread has people running 1.5 inches wider (total section width) without rubbing. All the examples I've seen pushing 2 inches have an offset to bring the tire out a bit. But that will cause it to poke out.

 

[AL Cx5]

Took a shot of our 24, T, only 20k mi on it, yesterday.

Still turns a few heads. They look at it and are not sure why it looks different. Lol

Lowered 1.5" front and 2" rear.

I like more today than when we bought it.

 

[N7turbo]

I was at the dealership a couple of days ago and they just can't get over how good mine looks with the lowering springs and wheels. They've never seen anyone else do that.

 

[sm1ke]

I'm trying so hard not to lower my CX-9 again. You guys aren't making it easy.. lol

 

[Lazy2.5]

A 225 section (stock) is good to help with rotation when cornering close to the limit. 235 or 245 will give you more grip, but it may lose some of its playfulness at its limit.

I am running 235/50ZR17 on my Mazda 6, as mentioned. I personally really like the additional grip and stability, but you need to be pushing quite hard to get it to rotate nicely. It just grips.

With that being said, I'm running an 8" wheel at the moment. A 235 section tire absolutely will mount differently on a 7".

@Snake

 

[MrMcE]

Bought a CX-5 thinking I wanted a car that blended in, that lasted about 2 weeks before I painted my oem wheels in rose gold.
Now I'm fighting for dear life to not lower it just a smidge. I'm trying to rationalize that I paid for the ride height so I should accept the ride height.
But I know it would look better with a mild lowering.

 

[AL Cx5]

After owning our '24, T for 26 months, I've come to terms, even lowered a bit, aftermarket springs and dampers, adjustable control arms, upgraded sway bars and end links it's still a top heavy cross over. Then tuned ecu and a few other details.

I haven't driven a stock CX5 to compare. I suppose our lightly moded would be much different. It's rock steady, 2 finger on the wheel on the interstate ride. Making emergency maneuvers is quick and predictable.

It's priced and intended to be a fun to drive but don't abuse econo box.

It's only been at the dealership to pickup a part I broke.

My wife absolutely loves it.

I have a 0 to 60 mph in less than 1.5 sec hot rod, this car will never be a hot rod or a sports car. It ride fits our needs perfectly.

We are in the mountains, been on dusty roads today to get to trail heads.

 

[jadmt]

it is a nice car to enjoy the scenery in for sure.

 

[Lazy2.5]

Bought a CX-5 thinking I wanted a car that blended in, that lasted about 2 weeks before I painted my oem wheels in rose gold.
Now I'm fighting for dear life to not lower it just a smidge. I'm trying to rationalize that I paid for the ride height so I should accept the ride height.
But I know it would look better with a mild lowering.

my personal rationale & 2 cents:

if you want to lower it (the right way, with coilovers, or mild drop lowering springs) then go for it, if you are seeking the extra performance.

if you're doing it purely for looks, i don't see the point.

 

[ADS-B]

it is a nice car to enjoy the scenery in for sure.
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This looks like the highway between Silverton and Ouray, Colorado.

 

[jadmt]

This looks like the highway between Silverton and Ouray, Colorado.

Going to the sun road GNP. I have down hwy550 ouray to silverton several times tho.

 

[RedBaron]

I have a 0 to 60 mph in less than 1.5 sec hot rod

That's not a hot rod, that's a top fuel dragster!

 

[Lazy2.5]

Another interesting

If I mount 235/55/19 tires on 2025 OEM rims, as opposed to the stock 225/55/19 tires, will there be any tire rub inside the wells when I pushing the vehicle hard on twisty turns at speed?

Have you thought about looking into 235/50R19 instead of 235/55R19 for the more aggressive sidewall? Will remain well within OEM wheel diameter range as well.

It turns out that pilot sport AS4's are actually a bit larger in overall diameter than the standard size, so, going from 225/55R17 to 235/50R17 resulted in a tire that's only 0.1inches smaller in overall diameter.

Switching to lightweight forged/flow-formed wheels could also be worthwhile if you get a good deal.

For the CX-5, I think I'd go with 235/55R18, depending on UHP A/S tire availability.