For $1,500, you can get 19" wheels to replace the standard 18" wheels, and lose range. Other than the aesthetics, what advantages do these larger wheels offer in exchange for the loss of mileage?
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From what I can tell, nothing but looks. You could always drive a Prius if looks don't concern you. On a performance model 3, you are pretty much limited to 19 inch minimum to clear the brakes. I went from 20 inch to 19 inch (more tire options), but feel the 20 inch wheels look way better on my car.For $1,500, you can get 19" wheels to replace the standard 18" wheels, and lose range. Other than the aesthetics, what advantages do these larger wheels offer in exchange for the loss of mileage?
According to the Tesla web site today, the only option on the performance model is 20". They're not giving you the option for 19" any more.From what I can tell, nothing but looks. You could always drive a Prius if looks don't concern you. On a performance model 3, you are pretty much limited to 19 inch minimum to clear the brakes. I went from 20 inch to 19 inch (more tire options), but feel the 20 inch wheels look way better on my car.
I disagree about the looks of the Prius. Regardless, I think the 19" wheels don't look $1,500 better than the 18" wheels. But hey, we each have a right to our own aesthetics.From what I can tell, nothing but looks. You could always drive a Prius if looks don't concern you. On a performance model 3, you are pretty much limited to 19 inch minimum to clear the brakes. I went from 20 inch to 19 inch (more tire options), but feel the 20 inch wheels look way better on my car.
That’s not correct. Tesla is still producing the Stealth Performance model; however, it is no longer a user configurable option. If you search inventory across the country you’ll find a few Stealth Performance vehicles for sale with the 18” aero wheels.According to the Tesla web site today, the only option on the performance model is 20". They're not giving you the option for 19" any more.
I vote for the 19’s being more than $1500 better looking and the 20’s look even better. I think the 18" wheels look terrible and the tiny size proportionally make the cars look anemic, but again as you said we each have a right to our own aesthetic opinions.I disagree about the looks of the Prius. Regardless, I think the 19" wheels don't look $1,500 better than the 18" wheels. But hey, we each have a right to our own aesthetics .
That’s also not correct. As far as I know the Stealth Performance vehicles have continued production long after the option was removed from the Tesla website. They’re actually in demand considering some folks want a Performance model but don’t want the larger wheels, brakes or rear spoiler.I'm referring to ordering on the Tesla web site. Sure there are some unsold inventory cars available with features not available now.
That’s also not correct. As far as I know the Stealth Performance vehicles have continued production long after the option was removed from the Tesla website. They’re actually in demand considering some folks want a Performance model but don’t want the larger wheels, brakes or rear spoiler.
Not sure we’ll ever know the statistics. I understand the economics but one is in for a fair amount of work removing parts, replacing them and selling parts to claw back, what $3,000 max? Some could reasonably argue that’s not their highest and best use to save a relatively small sum of money.I would be interested to find out how many people still buy those cars after they find out that there is absolutely no discount for taking the car without those items. Since the performance car both with those items, and with non of them cost exactly the same money, I bet a lot of people back out when they find that out.
It was a huge steal when you could get the "stealth performance" for only a 2k upcharge on the LR AWD car, and totally worth it then. Now, not so much, because if you were going to remove the wheels and stuff anyway, might as well take them for no charge and sell them or something, to partially fund the wheels you want on the car.
I am sure a few people buy them no matter what, but I doubt "in demand" is an accurate description, with them both being the same price.
Not sure we’ll ever know the statistics. I understand the economics but one is in for a fair amount of work removing parts, replacing them and selling parts to claw back, what $3,000 max? Some could reasonably argue that’s not their highest and best use to save a relatively small sum of money.
Besides looks, larger wheels can also offer better performance/handling. Like everything though, there are tradeoffs like ride comfort, noise, weight, etc.
Why do you think a larger wheel offers better performance and handling?
A wider wheel will allow wider tires that offer a better contact patch.
For $1,500, you can get 19" wheels to replace the standard 18" wheels, and lose range. Other than the aesthetics, what advantages do these larger wheels offer in exchange for the loss of mileage?
That looks awesome!To answer the thread title, because many of us feel like the car wheel well needs larger wheels, to not look something like this:
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For $1,500, you can get 19" wheels to replace the standard 18" wheels, and lose range. Other than the aesthetics, what advantages do these larger wheels offer in exchange for the loss of mileage?
Agreed. Huge improvement over the 18s.I vote for the 19’s being more than $1500 better looking and the 20’s look even better. I think the 18" wheels look terrible and the tiny size proportionally make the cars look anemic, but again as you said we each have a right to our own aesthetic opinions.