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Motegi 50mm offset- will it fit?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Accessories and Modifications' started by DieselHybrid, Apr 7, 2012.

  1. DieselHybrid

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    I have a set of 16x6.5 Motegi Traklites w/50mm offset in storage. I used these briefly on my '06 Corolla XRS. Even though the offset wasn't ideal for that application (tires were no longer flush but <20mm inside the wheel well), they worked well w/no problems.

    I was planning on using them w/either 205-55-16's or 205-60-16's on a used Gen II or Gen III Prius, which I hope to purchase when I return from deployment next year (Lord willing!).

    Will this wheel offset/tire combination fit? Or should I shelve the idea completely & look for other forged aftermarket wheels?

    My goals are improved performance & appearance:
    1. lower rotating mass (Motegi weigh only 12.3lbs/wheel)
    2. better grip (205 tire is 10mm wider than oem)
    3. don't want to take too big an aerodynamic hit (compared to oem wheelcovers)

    Thanks in advance.
     
    #1 DieselHybrid, Apr 7, 2012
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    They should fit. The OE 15" wheel has a 45mm offset and the OE 17x7 wheel has a 50mm offset. The Performance Plus Package 17x7 wheel has a 43mm offset.

    The wider tire may adversely affect mpg but keeping the wheel tucked in the wheel well will help reduce some of the negative impact. I doubt you will gain mpg but you probably won't lose much either as long as you choose the right tire. I'd suggest the Michelin Energy Saver A/S for that size wheel.
     
    #2 F8L, Apr 7, 2012
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