I am considering a 2013 Persona, but am curious about the 17" low profile tire size and how it rides. Anyone with experience and observations? I found the standard 15" ride to be very acceptable.
The ride, to me between my 2010 with the 17"s and my 2012 with 15"s, is a bit firmer with the 17" rims. I actually preferred the ride with the 17's especially how it didn't seem to 'lean' as much while cornering but the 15's do offer about 3 more MPG. On the Persona, again IMO, those 17's with the darker gunmetal finish make the vehicle especially when matched with the black cherry paint.
I have the Persona with the 17" tires. I do notice a difference on highways or roads with deeper or rough relief cracks. The cars jolts much more than the 15 inch tires. In town the 17" tires seem to handle better and steer a bit smoother but you can really feel the potholes when you hit one.
