Aftermarket Wheel Fitment Guidelines

I like these wheels. Anyone know where to get them?

Warren

 

Thanks! So probably can't get them here? Whom would one trust to do a wheel/tire trade out and get it done correctly?

 

My first post in here, just got my 2018 Prime Plus and planning to get snow tires so I got some advice from the place I am getting from.

They suggested me to use the stock rim and put snow tires on it so TPMS in the winter time is there.

Save the stock tires and put them in the following suggested wheels:

Option 1: Fast 7
Model #: F213
Size: 15x6.5
P.C.D.: 5x100mm
Offset: +45
Finish Gloss Gunmetal
Bore: 54.1 mm
Seat: Flat
Lip Size: N/A
Load Rating: 1521 lbs / 690 kg
Winter Approved Finish: Yes

Option 2: RTX OE Aura Silver
Wheel Size 15x6.5
Bolt Pattern 5x100
Offset 38
Hub Bore 54.1
Weight 8.65
Finish Silver

Which Option would you guys recommend to use with. I like Option 1 for the finish look but not sure about the ratio/spec/weight/offset will affect any issue to my Prime down the road. And then add TPMS sensor to the new wheels.

Or do you guys recommend me to get steel wheels + snow tires without TPMS sensor and keep using the stock tires + wheels?

I am always afraid the steel wheels are always heavier and my suspension/control arm will be wear and tear much faster. Since Prius Prime is all about efficient and I dont want to make it heavy like a tank to get less MPG.

Please advise,
NSXT

 

Thanks Rob for the recommendation and yes there are many more variations to play with.

I do have a concern with this section:

3) Wheel Weight:
Less is more, meaning try *not* to buy into heavy wheels if it can be avoided. IMO this would be any wheel above ~18.5 lbs in weight; 17 lbs or less would be great. One of the big problems with buying aftermarket wheels is much higher wheel weight: higher wheel weight (unsprung weight) *negatively* affects the chassis in many ways. Poor fuel economy would probably be first, other issues will be sluggish handling, slower acceleration & braking & increased strut/shock wear.

Either I pick a steel wheel or alum wheel, it should be 17 lbs or lighter (probably more $$) or same weight as the OE wheel as a best practice so that our strut/shock/control arm tear and wear to be minimal?

I guess I have to get that weight information ahead of time prior purchasing.

Please advise

 

Thanks Rob for your explanation in detail for #3.

I got a reply from fast site and the weight for this Fast 7 F213 15" wheel is 16.40lbs (lighter than OE stock wheel).

Fast 7
Model #: F213
Size: 15x6.5
P.C.D.: 5x100mm
Offset: +45
Finish Gloss Gunmetal
Bore: 54.1 mm
Seat: Flat
Lip Size: N/A
Load Rating: 1521 lbs / 690 kg
Winter Approved Finish: Yes

Since I am keeping the Prime for a long time (assuming it is the same DNA from the Prius), I would put snow tires to the stock OE wheel and put the stock OE tires in the Fast 7 wheel (will get a TPMS that can be cloned so no need to re-program each and every time during flipping season).

Thanks,
NSXT.

 

Hello Rob. I am not quite familiar with how aftermarket wheels will affect my Prius Prime. I am new to this. I have a few questions. I was hoping you can help me. This is the wheel I am interested in from Tire Rack:

Andros Spec L
Size: 17x7.5
Offset: 45mm
Bolt Pattern: 5x100
Weight: 19.9

Goal: I would like to stay as close to the original MPGs as possible while getting some new wheels.

1.) Are those wheels too heavy? Do you know how much miles I would lose?

2.) I want to make my wheels stand out so I was thinking about tires with a short sidewall height. Is that a good idea? What tires would you recommend with those 17inch rims?

3.) What size spacers would you recommend?

Any help is appreciated. Please. Thank you. =D

 

Hi Rob,

I'm interested in the Advan RT and they have a 17x7, 5x100 but it's 50 "inset" as they put it. Will that fit the Prime? The wheel is stunning to look at (see below) so I'm really hoping it will fit.


And here are the specs from the Advan website:



Cheers!
Chris

 

Here is a similar wheel from tirerack with a 53 mm offset.

http://www.tirerack.com/wheels/WheelCloseUpServlet?target=runWheelSearch&initialPartNumber=CS1775535100S&wheelMake=Sport%20Edition&wheelModel=CS1&wheelFinish=Silver%20Painted&showRear=no&autoMake=Toyota&autoModel=Prius+Plug-in&autoYear=2013&autoModClar=Hybrid

 

This didn't work out well, sorry.

 

Thanks anyway, Padroo. And the wheel weighs 19 pounds!

 

Thanks, Rob. I'm beginning to think that the search for the perfect wheel is a bit like the quest for the Holy Grail!

 

I would ask them if they will guarantee that they fit and put it on their lap. Wheels is what they do and they should know.

 

Good advice. Especially when the wheel is a special order and likely no returns.

 

Rob,

Here are photos of a Gen 3 Prius on Ray's Super Eco 17x7s with 50 inset. First, here's a photo of the unboxing (very exciting!):



And here are photos of the wheels on the car:



So, if the Advan RT 17x7 is also a 50 inset, shouldn't they also fit (assuming the "fitment" is the same for the Gen 4 as for the Gen 3)? What do you think?

Chris