Who is planning on changing out their stock 19" wheels?

[Never thought]

One step closer to the GT look for the 2.0T guys. I'm still on the fence. I'll probably go with the power of the GT...but if the 2.0T gets its EPA rated MPG or better (Which is very unlikely) then I may go that route to save some $$$ on my fuel. But I really don't like the 2.0T wheels in the U.S.

I'm also not sure what mileage I'll be racking up in the next few years. If my commute stays under 40 miles round trip....I'm definitely getting the V6.

I'll almost definitely change the wheels on the 2.0T, but it'll depend on the weight of the GT wheels because I like the way they look.

I drove the 2.0T first because they sold their GT. I was thoroughly unimpressed. I would rather get an Optima SXL for less, more options, similar performance, regular unleaded gas, better MPG.

I got back from the test drive and the GT they “sold” deal died. So I drove the GT. I had high expectations but it blew those expectations away. I also thought the ride in the GT1 with electronic adaptive suspension was much better. Just my thoughts on the 2.0T.

 

[KingLamoni]

I drove the 2.0T first because they sold their GT. I was thoroughly unimpressed. I would rather get an Optima SXL for less, more options, similar performance, regular unleaded gas, better MPG.

I got back from the test drive and the GT they “sold” deal died. So I drove the GT. I had high expectations but it blew those expectations away. I also thought the ride in the GT1 with electronic adaptive suspension was much better. Just my thoughts on the 2.0T.

Thanks for the update on the GT. I was thinking about driving an hour away to test drive a 2.0T Premium and maybe now I'll just wait for the GT experience.

 

[Never thought]

Thanks for the update on the GT. I was thinking about driving an hour away to test drive a 2.0T Premium and maybe now I'll just wait for the GT experience.

I highly recommend the GT. I bought one of course lol. I would get a base GT or GT1 over a loaded 2.0T any day.

 

[Clearly Canadian]

Is it a staggered set up ?The 19 wheel is 8.5 in the rear and the 18s are 8 all around , yes a pic pls something is going on that isnt in their spec

I haven't really considered switching from the stock wheels, and honestly don't understand why I should or shouldn't..wondering if anyone can give a quick pro/con in regards to having a staggered vs non-staggered setup and 18" vs 19" ?

 

[corradoMR2]

I haven't really considered switching from the stock wheels, and honestly don't understand why I should or shouldn't..wondering if anyone can give a quick pro/con in regards to having a staggered vs non-staggered setup and 18" vs 19" ?

Generally speaking, larger diameter wheels are more attractive than smaller ones. That aside, the 18" will have taller rubber (sidewall) making the ride comfort slightly better.

Staggered wheels are typically found on higher performance RWD vehicles. The wider wheels/tires at the rear allow better grip and traction under power (acceleration) but your tires will wear out less evenly and more quickly since tire rotation is limited between the two fronts and two rears.

 

[westcoastGT]

Generally speaking, larger diameter wheels are more attractive than smaller ones. That aside, the 18" will have taller rubber (sidewall) making the ride comfort slightly better.

Staggered wheels are typically found on higher performance RWD vehicles. The wider wheels/tires at the rear allow better grip and traction under power (acceleration) but your tires will wear out less evenly and more quickly since tire rotation is limited between the two fronts and two rears.

great answer !

 

[westcoastGT]

great answer !

I am thinking of having mine powder coated charcoal or black though !

 

[corradoMR2]

I am thinking of having mine powder coated charcoal or black though !

I'm not overly fond of the polished wheel finish we have but so far I find them "OK" on a darker color Stinger. I'm curious to see them if you get it done on a white Stinger. I had black wheels on my white IS and liked the look but at times found the contrast too much losing out on detail. From far, wheels looked like winter steelies almost (i.e. pic below). Did you try Plastidipping one wheel like you did your Stinger emblem, to get a feeler?

 

[westcoastGT]

I'm not overly fond of the polished wheel finish we have but so far I find them "OK" on a darker color Stinger. I'm curious to see them if you get it done on a white Stinger. I had black wheels on my white IS and liked the look but at times found the contrast too much losing out on detail. From far, wheels looked like winter steelies almost (i.e. pic below). Did you try Plastidipping one wheel like you did your Stinger emblem, to get a feeler?

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I havent done it but I might , lots of masking to do it right , I'm hoping to get a mock up done via photo shop . I dont want to go super dark though , on the wheel cap issue how do feel about 52mm ? as there any gap on the edge ??

 

[Kia Stinger]

I havent done it but I might , lots of masking to do it right , I'm hoping to get a mock up done via photo shop . I dont want to go super dark though , on the wheel cap issue how do feel about 52mm ? as there any gap on the edge ??

Send me a picture of your Stinger from the side and I'll darken up the wheels...

 

[Kia Stinger]

I haven't really considered switching from the stock wheels, and honestly don't understand why I should or shouldn't..wondering if anyone can give a quick pro/con in regards to having a staggered vs non-staggered setup and 18" vs 19" ?

I'm with you - I wouldn't change anything. I really like the stock wheels...

 

[corradoMR2]

I havent done it but I might , lots of masking to do it right , I'm hoping to get a mock up done via photo shop . I dont want to go super dark though , on the wheel cap issue how do feel about 52mm ? as there any gap on the edge ??

There is about a <1 mm gap all around the edge but you wouldn't even know it, though 53 mm is the way to go!

 

[chris anderson]

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In their wheel catalogue this is the only wheel in this style and it's 19" ?? oh well it's a mystery , can somebody else get a pic with this wheel and tires size to clarify .

I have this car gt2 awd with the 18"s 225/45/18 just hit a pothole and flattened two of them.

 

[ralzod]

I have this car gt2 awd with the 18"s 225/45/18 just hit a pothole and flattened two of them.

Having been through something similar, I know that really sucks. Can you tell if there's any damage to the alloy wheels?

 

[westcoastGT]

I have this car gt2 awd with the 18"s 225/45/18 just hit a pothole and flattened two of them.

with 19s it would have been worse , its one the downsides of low profile tires

 

[Kia Stinger]

I have this car gt2 awd with the 18"s 225/45/18 just hit a pothole and flattened two of them.

Man, that's a bummer. I guess you live up north...

 

[Chris]

Damn how big was the pothole? Did you ruin the rims?

 

[chris anderson]

Having been through something similar, I know that really sucks. Can you tell if there's any damage to the alloy wheels?

at first look I did not see any damage too the wheels.

 

[westcoastGT]

at first look I did not see any damage too the wheels.

i just noticed your wheels , they look the same as the 19' version ! that was a big question here earlier , can take a tight shot of your wheels and post a pic please /

Thanks

 

[chris anderson]

i just noticed your wheels , they look the same as the 19' version ! that was a big question here earlier , can take a tight shot of your wheels and post a pic please /

Thanks