I have a stock 05 mcs with 16x6.5 x-lights. Can i run 225x50R16 tires, or is 215x50R 16 the size i need. Mike

 

I think you can, call tirerack they can tell you.

 

If you run the 215/50/16 the only noticeable difference will be the increase of .78 (3/4 inch) in the section width. The speedometer will indicate 60 but you will be actually driving 60.05 mph with the 215/50/16.

You can go to http://www.discounttiredirect.com/di...foTireMath.jsp to see all the possibilities for wheel and tire sizes.

Hope this helps...

 

215 and 225x50 R 16 are both close to stock dia. It's room that concerns me.I would like as much rubber on the road as possible.

 

Don't think you'll rub but a lot of ppl will say that's too much tire for a 6.5" wheel.