I need tires for my OEM 16 inch R84 rims. The stock tire is a 195/55/16.

There are not many choices in that size. Can I safely go with 205/50/16 ?
My dealer says no, Tire Rack says yes.

Have any of you put 205/50/16 tires on your X-lites ?

Thanks.

 

Many people have gone with that size on the 16" wheels; have you asked your dealer what they think the problem is? Certainly not rubbing.

 

I've seen that size on factory 16" wheels (all of which are 16x6.5) a LOT, including the x-lites, including one that was sitting at the dealer waiting for service. It's no problem at all.

 

Absolutely. I'm on my second set of 205-50s on my X-lites. Even with a lowered stance there are no problems.

 

Yes, I had 205/50/16 on my stock 05 mcs with x lites no problem. I've run into Costco not willing to install any size other than oem, but any decent tire shop shouldn't be telling you it can't be done. I don't know if I'd go back to the dealer who told you no, even if they changed their mind. If you have to educate them, what else don't they know???

 

I have run four sets of 205/50/16 tires on my R83 5 Star wheels, which are the same size as the X-lites, and they work fine. That size tire is within spec for the wheel.

 

Thanks for the help. I have a many more choices in that size. I surmise that the dealer didn't want to stray from the OEM spec because those are the only tires that he gets. Mini probably dictates that.

I'll start a new thread on what type of tire to get.
Thanks again for all of your help.

 

I've run 215-45 - 16's on my Xlites for years. Work great, don't rub. However, they tend to wear out in middle of tire a little quicker, which is understandable since the rim should really be 1/2" to 1" wider for that size tire. Still, good traction for dry weather with this size.

 

As echoed by others here, 205/50/16 work fine on the x-lites. The sidewall will be slightly shorter relative to the 195/55/16s which means your speedo will be off slightly and you may a slight bit more wheel gap. However, the selection of lighter weight, better handling, more inexpensive tires will more than offset this tradeoff.

Good luck!