New tires and wheels for stock suspension - Toyota Yaris Forums

j-san · 05-28-2014, 10:09 PM

Just an update. I recently had the wheels and tires installed on my Yaris.

The reduced offset allowed the wheels to push out just shy of being flush with the fenders, which I think look pretty nice. I really didn't notice one side sticking out further than the other in front.

I did immediately notice a difference in handling with the car taking the corners better and with less of a sloppy feeling I had with the stock Bridgestones. That may be due to the new tires, wider tires, or some combination of both. With the newfound grip, I did then notice the body roll so I guess the next mod is the rear TRD sway bar and perhaps some new shocks/struts.

I did notice my mileage take a slight hit, likely due to the wheels and tires being a little bit heavier than the stock 15" steels. So far, no issues noted at full-lock turns, speed bumps, hard cornering, etc. Overall, I'm pretty pleased with the new shoes.

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05-28-2014, 10:09 PM	#6
j-san Drives: 2010 5-door hatchback Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: MN Posts: 50	Just an update. I recently had the wheels and tires installed on my Yaris. The reduced offset allowed the wheels to push out just shy of being flush with the fenders, which I think look pretty nice. I really didn't notice one side sticking out further than the other in front. I did immediately notice a difference in handling with the car taking the corners better and with less of a sloppy feeling I had with the stock Bridgestones. That may be due to the new tires, wider tires, or some combination of both. With the newfound grip, I did then notice the body roll so I guess the next mod is the rear TRD sway bar and perhaps some new shocks/struts. I did notice my mileage take a slight hit, likely due to the wheels and tires being a little bit heavier than the stock 15" steels. So far, no issues noted at full-lock turns, speed bumps, hard cornering, etc. Overall, I'm pretty pleased with the new shoes.