Hello everyone!
I just have a quick question about tires. I own a 2012 MINI cooper hardtop hatchback, currently fitted with the OE 5.5Jx15 ET45 rims and 175/65R15 tires.

I know technically I could fit 195/65R15 tires on the 5.5" rim, but is it known on this MINI model if 195s rub against the sidewell? (Yes I know this messes with the speedometer because the aspect ratio changes wheel height, but it displays slightly fast already.) Anyway, I can't seem to find that information anywhere so maybe somebody knows from experience. I've found a great deal on some 195/65R15 nokian wrg5s that I want to get fitted and they don't sell them with 175mm section width unfortunately.
Thanks!

 

I had 195/65/15 snows on my 2010 Cooper 2 door. No problem with the standard suspension.