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Different steering ratio deal?

Discussion in 'Prius c Main Forum' started by priusmatty, May 26, 2016.

  1. priusmatty

    priusmatty Active Member

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    Hi all,

    I read somewhere (do not remember where) that some of the Prius c levels have a different steering ratio, or something like that? Does anyone have any details about what it means, and about which levels have it, and what it means for the driver? thanks!
     
    #1 priusmatty, May 26, 2016
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    Thanks. So, if I want the Four, do I *have to* get the different steering ratio? I do not want 16" tires: I prefer a smaller turning ratio.
     
    #3 priusmatty, May 26, 2016
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    No, you "don't have to".

    16" is an option for 3 or 4, I have a C4 with 15" wheel: one of the smallest turning circle vehicle out there.
     
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    The 16" tire option has the "faster" turning ratio. All Prius C's with the 15" wheels have the slower ratio. I have owned 3 Prius C's and all had the 15" tires for 2 reasons. First, the turning circle is much smaller with the 15" wheels and second, the ride is not as harsh with the 15" compared with the 16".
     
    #5 dick_larimore, Jun 11, 2016
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