EVWheels Direct 20” EVR Roadster Replica Wheels for S

[FlyinLow]

After some research and a little procrastination (missed the 25% off Christmas sale) I decided to pull the trigger on a set of EVWheels Direct “Roadster” replica wheels. I’m keeping my “old” 2014 S85, it still drives like new and I’m still loving it.

Link: EVR "Roadster Style" Wheel for Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, & Tesla Model S

They recommend a tire size of 245 / 40 R 20, and I happen to need new tires, so I found a new eco set with a good wear rating and positive reviews, Tire Rack tested, Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus (2020 year model adds the “II”).

I’m transitioning from 19” stock wheels, so I’ll be interested in the perceived range difference. Watt hrs per mile will be my non scientific analysis. I do go on road trips (>175,000 miles on my odometer) so I’ll be putting these to the test.

Average 325 W/h per mile: On the freeway, without drafting, occasional rolling hills, at 75 mph on my 14S85 with stock 19” wheels and eco Bridgestone Turanza Serenity tires. I got over 60,000 miles on these tires. Commuting, Chill Mode with occasional recreational driving to enjoy the full torque curve of standard mode.

 

[beatle]

Good to see more 20" options. Wish they were offered in other finishes though.

 

[FlyinLow]

Enjoying these wheels. Just had to go to New Orleans from Columbia, SC and flights were not convenient. Took my daughter and we had a good time.

Average 323 Wh/mi for a round trip of about 1400 miles driving 70-80 mph on I-20 across SC to LA and back.

 

[Flyguy]

After some research and a little procrastination (missed the 25% off Christmas sale) I decided to pull the trigger on a set of EVWheels Direct “Roadster” replica wheels. I’m keeping my “old” 2014 S85, it still drives like new and I’m still loving it.

Link: EVR "Roadster Style" Wheel for Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model Y, & Tesla Model S

They recommend a tire size of 245 / 40 R 20, and I happen to need new tires, so I found a new eco set with a good wear rating and positive reviews, Tire Rack tested, Pirelli Cinturato P7 All Season Plus (2020 year model adds the “II”).

I’m transitioning from 19” stock wheels, so I’ll be interested in the perceived range difference. Watt hrs per mile will be my non scientific analysis. I do go on road trips (>175,000 miles on my odometer) so I’ll be putting these to the test.

Average 325 W/h per mile: On the freeway, without drafting, occasional rolling hills, at 75 mph on my 14S85 with stock 19” wheels and eco Bridgestone Turanza Serenity tires. I got over 60,000 miles on these tires. Commuting, Chill Mode with occasional recreational driving to enjoy the full torque curve of standard mode.

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Any idea what these weigh?

 

[Flyguy]

Any idea what these weigh?

Never mind. Looks like about 32lbs. Several pounds heavier than a stock 19”

 

[FlyinLow]

Never mind. Looks like about 32lbs. Several pounds heavier than a stock 19”

That’s why I shared my Wh/mi on a fairly long distance real world trip. Weight makes a difference and there are lighter wheels out there, some from Unplugged Performance, with different looks.

 

[FlyinLow]

That’s why I shared my Wh/mi on a fairly long distance real world trip. Weight makes a difference and there are lighter wheels out there, some from Unplugged Performance, with different looks.

Big difference in cost though. My stock wheels were damaged from pot holes and 178,000 miles of road abuse. They started to allow my tires to loose air occasionally when I was parked. I had already had one wheel welded because it was cracked by a pothole. Once I had them removed the dented wheels Were obvious. These are heavy cars!

I decided to try these EVWheels Direct wheels because they were a balance of looks, cost and size I was interested in.