Tubeless Tyres For Getz CRDI - Team-BHP

BalajiShankar · 4th May 2008, 10:23

Hello,

My name is Balaji and I have recently joined this forum. I currently drive a Hyundai Accent GLE. I have now decided to buy the Getz CRDI after taking a test drive yesterday. It has an awesome engine, looking forward to own one soon.

I want to fit it with tubeless tyres and 14 inch alloys. I read many posts here about various options and would like some recommendation to suit my usage. So please suggest options based on my requirements and constraints. As you know the stock car has 175/65 R14 tyres.

1. Usage - Mainly in the city and occasionaly on the highway.

2. Fuel efficiency - Very important, so any modifications should not bring it down considerably.

3. Ride quality - No compromise here. I do not want to feel the bumps on the roads in Chennai because of very low profile tyres. I changed the tyres for my Accent from stock 175/70 R13 to 195/60 R14 and now I am able to feel that the ride has become very harsh.

4. Handling - Although I like to rev the car on empty roads, I am not going to take a sharp turn at high speeds. I noticed that the steering on my Accent has become tight, so don't want the same with Getz.

5. Pete's Box - I might go for one in the future.

So, with these points in mind, please suggest the right tyre size and brand for the car.

Thanks,
Balaji

undead · 4th May 2008, 15:28

check this thread balaji

http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/tyre-a...getz-crdi.html (Alloy and Tubeless tyre for Getz CRDI)

headers · 4th May 2008, 20:19

congrats on your new buy..A safe upgrade will be 195s..but why do you want wider tyres? As per your #4, your driving style indicates that you may not require wider tyres..

anyways..thats my opinion.. BTW what color is your car and how much did it cost ON road?

You are welcome to join us in our C-TBHP meets that happen!

BalajiShankar · 4th May 2008, 22:04

Thanks for your suggestions. You are right, I am not going to drive hard most of the time, except on higways. So can I go for 185/65 R14 Michelin XM1+? Which brand of Alloys should I fit with these tyres?

ramie2400 · 5th May 2008, 02:35

hey balaji,I am using Yokohama S-Drive 195/50/R15 and 15"inch League rims,the ride is better and gives good driving pleasure and comfortable,there is no difference i noticed in the feul efficency after the upzise of the tyres,and the tyres do not foul with the wheel arches even if its loaded with 5people,so,if you plan to Upsize your ride's rim this might help..cheers

Ramie

BalajiShankar · 5th May 2008, 18:36

Hi Ramie, 195/50/R15 sounds cool. What is the average FE in the city? With such low profile tyres, do you feel the bumps on the road?

PatienceWins · 5th May 2008, 21:59

Quote:

Originally Posted by BalajiShankar

Thanks for your suggestions. You are right, I am not going to drive hard most of the time, except on higways. So can I go for 185/65 R14 Michelin XM1+? Which brand of Alloys should I fit with these tyres?

That is a wrong size.

You can either go for 185/60 R14 or 195/60 R14. If ride quality is important stick to the current size or 185/60 R14.

My petrol getz GLX is running on stock size, 175/65 R14, and I intend to change to 185/60 R14, Michelin XM1+ as ride quality is very important for me.

The alloys I find good as per reviews are Lenso, OZ and HR. I am running on OEM alloys.

Please keep me updated on your choice and feedback. All the Best!!

djay99 · 6th May 2008, 12:05

Quote:

Originally Posted by PatienceWins

You can either go for 185/60 R14 or 195/60 R14. If ride quality is important stick to the current size or 185/60 R14.

I beleive ride quality will improve in 195/60 compared to stock ones because of higher sidewall rubber.

kpzen · 6th May 2008, 12:17

Quote:

Originally Posted by djay99

I beleive ride quality will improve in 195/60 compared to stock ones because of higher sidewall rubber.

Yes u are right. Ride quality will only improve but will show more speedo error than 185/60-14.

PatienceWins · 6th May 2008, 14:43

Will the steering maneuverability get affected much with 195/60?
At slow speeds, 175/65 itself is little hard.

Any issues with putting 195/60 on 5.5j rims?
I find that the recommended size for 195/60 is 6j where as my rims are 5.5j.

djay99 · 6th May 2008, 15:10

Quote:

Originally Posted by PatienceWins

Will the steering maneuverability get affected much with 195/60?
At slow speeds, 175/65 itself is little hard.

Any issues with putting 195/60 on 5.5j rims?
I find that the recommended size for 195/60 is 6j where as my rims are 5.5j.

Steering will be pretty ok with 195's and will be more hard with 205.
I did not find anyproblem while driving a Getz with 195's.

You can comfortably mount 195/60 on 5.5J.
6J would be a better option if you can buy them.

kpzen · 6th May 2008, 15:22

Quote:

Originally Posted by PatienceWins

Any issues with putting 195/60 on 5.5j rims?
I find that the recommended size for 195/60 is 6j where as my rims are 5.5j.

5.5j would be fine for 195/60-14...
Even Elantra stock alloys are 5.5j with 195 tyres..

PatienceWins · 6th May 2008, 16:12

Thanks DJ and Prajesh.

BalajiShankar · 7th May 2008, 19:17

Hi, thanks for all the responses. I have decided to go for 195/60 R14 since I will get it Peted. I will post more after I get my car delivered.

aks_karthik · 19th July 2008, 10:09

Quote:

Originally Posted by BalajiShankar

Hello,

My name is Balaji and I have recently joined this forum. I currently drive a Hyundai Accent GLE. I have now decided to buy the Getz CRDI after taking a test drive yesterday. It has an awesome engine, looking forward to own one soon.

I want to fit it with tubeless tyres and 14 inch alloys. I read many posts here about various options and would like some recommendation to suit my usage. So please suggest options based on my requirements and constraints. As you know the stock car has 175/65 R14 tyres.

1. Usage - Mainly in the city and occasionaly on the highway.

2. Fuel efficiency - Very important, so any modifications should not bring it down considerably.

3. Ride quality - No compromise here. I do not want to feel the bumps on the roads in Chennai because of very low profile tyres. I changed the tyres for my Accent from stock 175/70 R13 to 195/60 R14 and now I am able to feel that the ride has become very harsh.

4. Handling - Although I like to rev the car on empty roads, I am not going to take a sharp turn at high speeds. I noticed that the steering on my Accent has become tight, so don't want the same with Getz.

5. Pete's Box - I might go for one in the future.

So, with these points in mind, please suggest the right tyre size and brand for the car.

Thanks,
Balaji

Where did you get a TD GetZ Crdi.
I will get deliver my car by next saturday from DSC Hyundai Chennai.
I am also looking for the tyre upgrade.
Do you know the stock rim size of GetZ Crdi is it 5 or 5.5J ?

4th May 2008, 10:23	#1 (permalink)
BalajiShankar Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 4	Tubeless Tyres For Getz CRDI Hello, My name is Balaji and I have recently joined this forum. I currently drive a Hyundai Accent GLE. I have now decided to buy the Getz CRDI after taking a test drive yesterday. It has an awesome engine, looking forward to own one soon. I want to fit it with tubeless tyres and 14 inch alloys. I read many posts here about various options and would like some recommendation to suit my usage. So please suggest options based on my requirements and constraints. As you know the stock car has 175/65 R14 tyres. 1. Usage - Mainly in the city and occasionaly on the highway. 2. Fuel efficiency - Very important, so any modifications should not bring it down considerably. 3. Ride quality - No compromise here. I do not want to feel the bumps on the roads in Chennai because of very low profile tyres. I changed the tyres for my Accent from stock 175/70 R13 to 195/60 R14 and now I am able to feel that the ride has become very harsh. 4. Handling - Although I like to rev the car on empty roads, I am not going to take a sharp turn at high speeds. I noticed that the steering on my Accent has become tight, so don't want the same with Getz. 5. Pete's Box - I might go for one in the future. So, with these points in mind, please suggest the right tyre size and brand for the car. Thanks, Balaji

4th May 2008, 15:28	#2 (permalink)
undead BHPian Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: TamilNadu Posts: 462	check this thread balaji http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/tyre-a...getz-crdi.html (Alloy and Tubeless tyre for Getz CRDI) __________________ Getz CRDi VGT Bright Silver

4th May 2008, 20:19	#3 (permalink)
headers Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2006 Location: Chennai..the city of cars.. Posts: 1,063	congrats on your new buy..A safe upgrade will be 195s..but why do you want wider tyres? As per your #4, your driving style indicates that you may not require wider tyres.. anyways..thats my opinion.. BTW what color is your car and how much did it cost ON road? You are welcome to join us in our C-TBHP meets that happen! __________________ RWD Rocks!

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4th May 2008, 22:04	#4 (permalink)
BalajiShankar Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 4	Thanks for your suggestions. You are right, I am not going to drive hard most of the time, except on higways. So can I go for 185/65 R14 Michelin XM1+? Which brand of Alloys should I fit with these tyres?

5th May 2008, 02:35	#5 (permalink)
ramie2400 Senior - BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Mumbai Posts: 1,216	hey balaji,I am using Yokohama S-Drive 195/50/R15 and 15"inch League rims,the ride is better and gives good driving pleasure and comfortable,there is no difference i noticed in the feul efficency after the upzise of the tyres,and the tyres do not foul with the wheel arches even if its loaded with 5people,so,if you plan to Upsize your ride's rim this might help..cheers Ramie

5th May 2008, 18:36	#6 (permalink)
BalajiShankar Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 4	Hi Ramie, 195/50/R15 sounds cool. What is the average FE in the city? With such low profile tyres, do you feel the bumps on the road?

6th May 2008, 14:43	#10 (permalink)
PatienceWins BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 934 View My Garage	Will the steering maneuverability get affected much with 195/60? At slow speeds, 175/65 itself is little hard. Any issues with putting 195/60 on 5.5j rims? I find that the recommended size for 195/60 is 6j where as my rims are 5.5j.

6th May 2008, 16:12	#13 (permalink)
PatienceWins BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: Bangalore Posts: 934 View My Garage	Thanks DJ and Prajesh.

7th May 2008, 19:17	#14 (permalink)
BalajiShankar Newbie Join Date: May 2008 Location: Chennai Posts: 4	Hi, thanks for all the responses. I have decided to go for 195/60 R14 since I will get it Peted. I will post more after I get my car delivered.