How does upgrading to 20 inch wheels affect the ride on the A6?

[ryanjoe13]

I have a 2006 A6 S-Line, currently with 18 inch wheels. I'm looking to upgrade to 20 inch wheels. The S-Line is already a more sporty feeling suspension, so I'm worried about the ride getting too hard.

Has anyone had experience with this? Any recommendations on width and tire size?

I was looking at some Vertinis that looked really nice. If anyone knows where to get a good deal on wheels, please let me know. Thanks

[Anthony]

Going from 18" to 19", or 19" to 20" you wouldn't notice but a whole 2 inch difference in rubber loss will be noticeable. Everyone's tolerance is different though, so your best bet is to drive/ride in a car with 20"s.

I personally don't mind the ride in my C7 A6 with 20"s, and may even move into a set of 21"s soon.

[ryanjoe13]

Going from 18" to 19", or 19" to 20" you wouldn't notice but a whole 2 inch difference in rubber loss will be noticeable. Everyone's tolerance is different though, so your best bet is to drive/ride in a car with 20"s.

I personally don't mind the ride in my C7 A6 with 20"s, and may even move into a set of 21"s soon.

Thanks for the input. What tire size are you using?

I've seen 20x9s recommended on here, is that what you have too?

[EYE4SPEED]

I'm running 20" OEM S8's with 30 series tires in the summer. In the winter, I'm running 19" OEM S8 style (identical to 20's in appearance) with a 35 series. There really is no difference in handling.

I've said this many time before, but the 18's are way too small for this platform. I mounted the stock 18" S-lines with winter tires 40 series and put them on the Avant. Those are the worst style wheel for winter as they pack in deep snow. Going from 18" summers to 20" summers, I did notice a little bit of difference in handling.

[PNW02S6]

I run 20x9 with 265/30r20 all season rubber right here in Seattle on an 08 A6 Sline. It is ok. You feel almost every larger imperfection but it does not jar itself into the cabin. Potholes and large cracks MUST be avoided. That being said if you dont want to worry about rough roads stay with a 19" with 255/35. I would say those are perfect for Seattle especially since you can run Continental DWS for under a grand.

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I have a 2006 A6 S-Line, currently with 18 inch wheels. I'm looking to upgrade to 20 inch wheels. The S-Line is already a more sporty feeling suspension, so I'm worried about the ride getting too hard.

Has anyone had experience with this? Any recommendations on width and tire size?

I was looking at some Vertinis that looked really nice. If anyone knows where to get a good deal on wheels, please let me know. Thanks

I have the 20's left from my Audi if you like the look. They are forged and made by Champion, I can work on the price if you can come pick them up.

http://vancouver.en.craigslist.ca/van/pts/3608243808.html

[rayray]

I have 20x9 with 245/35-20 Hankook Ventus on stock sport suspension with no issues. I do plan on changing up my tire fit when the time comes to obtain a little more sidewall for protection.

[Gonzoe11]

I have an 08 S-line with 19" wheels running on 255-35-19 and have no issues with my ride. In fact I have a smoother ride than 17" s on an older 3 series coupe, really harsh ride. Going to 20's shouldn't be a problem.

[Pinnie]

I went from a C5 running on 16" to my current c6 S-line which is on 19" and was originally worried about ride quality but although you can feel the road a bit more I was quite happy with the compromise between looks and ride.

My opinion changed a bit after using a C7 S line on sports suspension fitted with 18" wheels for 2 weeks, going back to the C6 on s line suspension on 19" the car felt horrible ride wise and very edgy pushing on, I have got used to it again now but I have to admit although the 18" does look far too small on the cars it gives far better handling and ride compared to the bigger wheels IMHO

The bigger wheels look better though [:)]

[ryanjoe13]

Thanks to everyone who provided input

Anyone have experience with a staggered set? Front 20x8.5/Rear 20x10?

[ryanjoe13]

I run 20x9 with 265/30r20 all season rubber right here in Seattle on an 08 A6 Sline. It is ok. You feel almost every larger imperfection but it does not jar itself into the cabin. Potholes and large cracks MUST be avoided. That being said if you dont want to worry about rough roads stay with a 19" with 255/35. I would say those are perfect for Seattle especially since you can run Continental DWS for under a grand.

Good area specific info. The continental DWS would be a good option because I don't drive in enough snow to change my tires in the winter. Would be looking for something all season

[kennoli]

I have a 2006 A6 S-Line, currently with 18 inch wheels. I'm looking to upgrade to 20 inch wheels. The S-Line is already a more sporty feeling suspension, so I'm worried about the ride getting too hard.

Has anyone had experience with this? Any recommendations on width and tire size?

I was looking at some Vertinis that looked really nice. If anyone knows where to get a good deal on wheels, please let me know. Thanks
2010 A6 3.0 with coil overs,20x8.5 all around,255/30 20s. I love the ride,better than my stock sport suspension and oem 19s. You definitely feel the road,ride much stiffer, takes a little getting use to. Watch out for pot holes,easy to bottom out tire on wheel.Also, I run nitrogen in tires to help prevent the psi fluctuation setting off my tpms.Dont go with run flats,the ride will be much harder!

[h6oly]

I have 20x9 with 245/35-20 Hankook Ventus on stock sport suspension with no issues. I do plan on changing up my tire fit when the time comes to obtain a little more sidewall for protection.

Hi rayray,

Thats the set up I would like to run.
Would you be able to send me a picture of your A6?

Regards
Steven

[rayray]

Hi rayray,

Thats the set up I would like to run.
Would you be able to send me a picture of your A6?

Regards
Steven

http://i376.photobucket.com/albums/oo206/highmath/IMG_1644_zps884cde4c.jpg

http://i376.photobucket.com/albums/oo206/highmath/IMG_1655_zps8aa08a1f.jpg

[h6oly]

http://i376.photobucket.com/albums/oo206/highmath/IMG_1644_zps884cde4c.jpg

http://i376.photobucket.com/albums/oo206/highmath/IMG_1655_zps8aa08a1f.jpg

Thats a lovely looking car!
Thats running the standard 20mm drop factory sports suspension?
Do those tires keep the same rolling radius as the standard wheels you had on previously?
(Sorry for all the questions :) )

[rayray]

Thats a lovely looking car!
Thats running the standard 20mm drop factory sports suspension?
Do those tires keep the same rolling radius as the standard wheels you had on previously?
(Sorry for all the questions :) )

Thanks... and no problem on the questions!

Yes, I am at the standard sport height (no mods) and the rolling radius is about 3.8% more than the bone stock 245/40-18, which puts me at -3 mph at 60mph speed test. However, when I used my phone's GPS and my old standalone gps unit the speed matched up with what the car was reading.

[Ginn]

I have 20x9 with 245/35-20 Hankook Ventus on stock sport suspension with no issues. I do plan on changing up my tire fit when the time comes to obtain a little more sidewall for protection.

I was thinking about going with 255/30/20 Hankook Ventus V12's. How do you like these tires on your C6? Any problems?

[rayray]

I was thinking about going with 255/30/20 Hankook Ventus V12's. How do you like these tires on your C6? Any problems?

No problems here. I have been a firm Conti DWS fan, but these where mounted when I purchased it and I'm throughly impressed. Low road noise with excellent grip, both dry and wet. I would definitely consider these again.

[MainlandMig]

I have 20x9 with 245/35-20 Hankook Ventus on stock sport suspension with no issues. I do plan on changing up my tire fit when the time comes to obtain a little more sidewall for protection.

rayray...your car looks great ...do u know the offset of the wheels

also... im not giving u an attitude but .. just asking politely.. how r u going to get more sidewall..im not sure u can .. without changing radius too much ...at least with 20s that is

again great pics n great car

[Ginn]

No problems here. I have been a firm Conti DWS fan, but these where mounted when I purchased it and I'm throughly impressed. Low road noise with excellent grip, both dry and wet. I would definitely consider these again.

Good to hear. I had the Conti DWS on my 530i and i loved them over the run flats that came stock on the BMW.
I'm looking for straight summer tires and i'll run winter on my stock 18" rims. I've read a lot of positive reviews on the Hankook's but never from a fellow A6 driver. Plus when you can pick a 255/30/20 for under $180 it's hard to say no.

[rayray]

rayray...your car looks great ...do u know the offset of the wheels

also... im not giving u an attitude but .. just asking politely.. how r u going to get more sidewall..im not sure u can .. without changing radius too much ...at least with 20s that is

again great pics n great car


The offset is 40. I have just been playing around with the tire size comparison calculator for a setup that is not over what I am now (about +4%). I know its possible, but I haven't found a combo that works yet. This is just a "if I can" type of thing; its nothing I am dead set on wanting.

[rollininstyle04]

The offset is 40. I have just been playing around with the tire size comparison calculator for a setup that is not over what I am now (about +4%). I know its possible, but I haven't found a combo that works yet. This is just a "if I can" type of thing; its nothing I am dead set on wanting.

A 245/35 actually has a pretty decent sidewall, just about 1/2'' less than the factory 245/40.

To get a larger sidewall dropping down to a 30 series you would need to go wider than would fit (285/30 still has a smaller sidewall)

With a 40 offset, you could probably get away with a 255/35/20, but given that you are only on 9'' wide wheels and 255 is slightly over 10'' wide (variances by tire brands obviously, just pure math) to give it a little more.

I would say you are probably at one of the best sizes for maximizing sidewall on your wheels while still maintaining a normal looking tire size. [up]

[Demandred]

I run 20's with 275 width and 35 profile - no issues

[h6oly]

I run 20's with 275 width and 35 profile - no issues

Any chance of some pictures. I would love to see it.

Regards

[rollininstyle04]

I run 20's with 275 width and 35 profile - no issues


Any chance of some pictures. I would love to see it.

Regards

275 would fit the rear most likely on all C6s, but in Demandred's case, since he has an RS6 which has larger fenders in the front 275s fit all around. I would be surprised if you could pull off 275s on regular C6 front fenders.

[ryanjoe13]

rayray looks really nice. where did you get your wheels? got any links for us?

[rayray]

rayray looks really nice. where did you get your wheels? got any links for us?

Thanks! I bought the car with the wheels on it already. They are the OEM 20 inch Q7 option wheels. Hartmann made a replica, QS-10s, but they are now discontinued. Here's a link with pics of them on a A8 http://achtuning.com/featured-products/audi-a8-d3-on-20-inch-hartmann-qs-10-wheels/

[ryanjoe13]

Ordered my wheels and tires.

20x8.5 +35

255/30/20 Falken Azenis PT-722

My buddy is a tire guy and said these Falkens were the best all season tire, that also reduce road noise, for a decent price.

Crossing my fingers it will look good and the tires are solid. Being shipped now and will have them put on later this week or early next week

[alexanderg1215]

im running the vossen cv5 20x9 45et and have no rubbing what so ever, even with a full car and the wheels are pretty flush with the fender i believe im running 255/30r20 and the ride is still great i love ithttps://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/921697_4855439911730_1834277459_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/462457_4851118803705_1453921918_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/913876_4851119083712_299425003_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/901055_4851119323718_548714294_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/459603_4851119563724_1269247637_o.jpgfile:///Users/marioguerra/Desktop/2013-04-27%2022.28.22.jpgfile:///Users/marioguerra/Desktop/20130508_121006.jpg

[ryanjoe13]

im running the vossen cv5 20x9 45et and have no rubbing what so ever, even with a full car and the wheels are pretty flush with the fender i believe im running 255/30r20 and the ride is still great i love ithttps://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/921697_4855439911730_1834277459_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/462457_4851118803705_1453921918_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/913876_4851119083712_299425003_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/901055_4851119323718_548714294_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/459603_4851119563724_1269247637_o.jpgfile:///Users/marioguerra/Desktop/2013-04-27%2022.28.22.jpgfile:///Users/marioguerra/Desktop/20130508_121006.jpg

Love the wheels and the fit, looks super clean.

I was surprised that the ride quality wasn't comprimised at all after puttting on the 20 inch wheels. I'm also running 255/30... I think that is the best option on this car while also providing awesome ride quality.

[alexanderg1215]

Thanks man. Yeah I believe it's the best setup so far that I've seen without sacrificing handling or ride quality. Would like to see some pic of cars running wider tires or even maybe 21" but I'm sure that would be in the c7 platform

[jmallred]

im running the vossen cv5 20x9 45et and have no rubbing what so ever, even with a full car and the wheels are pretty flush with the fender i believe im running 255/30r20 and the ride is still great i love ithttps://fbcdn-sphotos-g-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/921697_4855439911730_1834277459_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-e-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/462457_4851118803705_1453921918_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-c-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-frc1/913876_4851119083712_299425003_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-b-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/901055_4851119323718_548714294_o.jpghttps://fbcdn-sphotos-h-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/459603_4851119563724_1269247637_o.jpgfile:///Users/marioguerra/Desktop/2013-04-27%2022.28.22.jpgfile:///Users/marioguerra/Desktop/20130508_121006.jpg

Is your car lowered too or are your tires just bigger? Very nice rims by the way. Where did you find those?

[alexanderg1215]

yeah my car is lowered and the tires are 255/30 20, the wheels are the vossen vvscv5, there amazing wheels, you should check them out, and i actually got them at discount tire, they carry them now and they give you killer deals on them, better than any auto custome shop or wheel shop ive seen, trust me i researched for 2 months before i bought them and i love the wheels, not only that if you find the wheels somewhere els cheaper theyll match it anyways.

[MainlandMig]

Would like to see some pic of cars running wider tires or even maybe 21" but I'm sure that would be in the c7 platform

ask and u shall receive
check out member SilverBullet
i believe he is from Boston area

glad someone tried this out .. helps us know our boundaries
i love looking at the pics but i doubt i would ever run this set up

CLICK (http://www.audizine.com/forum/showthread.php/424625-Pic-of-the-bish-with-new-wheels)

http://i15.photobucket.com/albums/a367/AzadA4/IMG_0460.jpg


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GRORA Wheels

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[aleung2]

They all look amazing. Hardly anyone has 20s on an A6 here in the UK. I'm about to get a set myself but I'm not 100% on the size.

Will a 9x20 in 48 offset fit my 2011 A6 (C6) s-line without any rubbing issues on a full car?

What tyre size best for it? 245/35 or 255/30? I dont want it to rub and decent rim protection.

[neimaD]

Hi,
What size tire can I use to 20x9 ET 40 to C6? I think about 255/35 or 245/35
Maybe someone have some pic of those sets?

[jbrentd]

20x9 et35 on 255/30. 255/35 is a bit too big, IMO.

http://i176.photobucket.com/albums/w192/jbrentd/2007%20A6/0DEDFEAF-CD47-4BA1-BBFE-0FFCBD9F7897_zpsuqp0vzrf.jpg (http://s176.photobucket.com/user/jbrentd/media/2007%20A6/0DEDFEAF-CD47-4BA1-BBFE-0FFCBD9F7897_zpsuqp0vzrf.jpg.html)

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[Malmstone]

20x10" 255/30 al around running kW v1 coils Et 35 front 40 rear

http://www1.garaget.org/archive/1/50/315534/315534-3116375.jpg

http://www1.garaget.org/archive/1/50/315534/315534-3116392.jpg

http://www1.garaget.org/archive/1/50/315534/315534-3077151.jpg

[VAG Tifosi]

I'm new to Audi, just bought a 2010 A6 S-line and am in the market for some summer rims, I have stock 18's with winters on them from the dealer. I looked in my area and someone would have 20x8.5 and 20x10 staggered. The rubber already on them is 225/35 and 255/30. Offset is et45.
What are my chance of any rubbing on tight turns or just being so wide in the back?

[SinCityA6]

I'm new to Audi, just bought a 2010 A6 S-line and am in the market for some summer rims, I have stock 18's with winters on them from the dealer. I looked in my area and someone would have 20x8.5 and 20x10 staggered. The rubber already on them is 225/35 and 255/30. Offset is et45.
What are my chance of any rubbing on tight turns or just being so wide in the back?

The rotational circumference front to rear is -0.7% and well within spec. Offset isnt going to be a concern if you are not going to lower the car. Fronts will always be fine regardles; backs may may rub.

[buzztt]

I have 20" rims arriving soon (3 weeks) and new suspension, can't wait, this thread just makes me more impatient. I'm going from 18" rims, I'll post my opinion on the difference in ride comfort, I'm guessing it will be pretty noticeable, but don't really care that much, it's gonna look so much better.

[neimaD]

Damn, I' put 245/35 on 20x9 et 40 and is rubbing... I put suspension up but is looking terible now... :( how make suspension harder?
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Camera%20Uploads/2014-03-22%2014.02.30-1.jpg?_subject_uid=41433562&w=AADfpc_UpqYZhYmaF_q7h6UiTlRSbpeu6BMZYukkWqeBUA

[Klum00]

Damn, I' put 245/35 on 20x9 et 40 and is rubbing... I put suspension up but is looking terible now... :( how make suspension harder?
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Camera%20Uploads/2014-03-22%2014.02.30-1.jpg?_subject_uid=41433562&w=AADfpc_UpqYZhYmaF_q7h6UiTlRSbpeu6BMZYukkWqeBUA

You must be running a crazy offset. You shouldn't be rubbing with those tires.

[neimaD]

You must be running a crazy offset. You shouldn't be rubbing with those tires.

Wheel ET is 40, I' don't know... maybe suspension is to soft... I' runnin' at Billstein B14

[howsyouraspen]

275 would fit the rear most likely on all C6s, but in Demandred's case, since he has an RS6 which has larger fenders in the front 275s fit all around. I would be surprised if you could pull off 275s on regular C6 front fenders.

I don't know how so many people say they rub with 245's on a 20x9 with like an ET40-45? Gotta be a wrong offset. Im on 255's on a 9.5 ET 45. No rubbing at all. Weird.

Here are 285's. I've driven this many times. No rubbing at all. But it's not super low.
http://www.giacusa.com/images/austin/3.0T/C6_A6_Streamline.png

[neimaD]

OK, now I' have no issue with rubbing. In my case problem was in , don't know how it's say in English "wrong wheel geometry" (+2*)
Now it's looks like that with RS6 C7 wheel :)
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Camera%20Uploads/2014-03-24%2016.02.35-2.jpg?_subject_uid=41433562&w=AAAJogKbrUoeVfMs4p7lMvSgSxIlF0PRn4S_gf6OZFQ8Rg
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[gchikko]

2010 A6 3.0 with coil overs,20x8.5 all around,255/30 20s. I love the ride,better than my stock sport suspension and oem 19s. You definitely feel the road,ride much stiffer, takes a little getting use to. Watch out for pot holes,easy to bottom out tire on wheel.Also, I run nitrogen in tires to help prevent the psi fluctuation setting off my tpms.Dont go with run flats,the ride will be much harder!

I also have a 2010 a6 3.0 with sport package. I've been riding the 18s since I got it but want to move up to 20". Audi only recommends 18 or 19" wheels, so do you think the ride quality is that drastically different? Also what kind of tires do you have/recommend?

[AudiRob53]

I just bought a 2017 A6 with 19" wheels and now looking at the 20" wheels from the RS7. Hopefully there shouldn't be a problem with the ride feel and handling.. what do you think?
I also have a 2010 a6 3.0 with sport package. I've been riding the 18s since I got it but want to move up to 20". Audi only recommends 18 or 19" wheels, so do you think the ride quality is that drastically different? Also what kind of tires do you have/recommend?
I have a 2006 A6 S-Line, currently with 18 inch wheels. I'm looking to upgrade to 20 inch wheels. The S-Line is already a more sporty feeling suspension, so I'm worried about the ride getting too hard.

Has anyone had experience with this? Any recommendations on width and tire size?

I was looking at some Vertinis that looked really nice. If anyone knows where to get a good deal on wheels, please let me know. Thanks

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[AudiRob53]

I just bought a 2017 A6 with 19" wheels and now looking at the 20" wheels from the RS7. Hopefully there shouldn't be a problem with the ride feel and handling.. what do you think?

Sent from my SM-N960U using Audizine mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=87676)Update on the wheels.. I went with sport/classy type Rucci 20" wheel with a rear 33 offset. The ride is different but not bad. The rear hugs corners like never before in dynamic mode while the front eats the road for dinner... Any questions?226089226090226091226092226093226094

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[AudiRob53]

Damn, I' put 245/35 on 20x9 et 40 and is rubbing... I put suspension up but is looking terible now... :( how make suspension harder?
https://dl-web.dropbox.com/get/Camera%20Uploads/2014-03-22%2014.02.30-1.jpg?_subject_uid=41433562&w=AADfpc_UpqYZhYmaF_q7h6UiTlRSbpeu6BMZYukkWqeBUAWh at year is your Audi? I just put wheels on mine close to the same size with no issues..

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[AudiRob53]

I just bought a 2017 A6 with 19" wheels and now looking at the 20" wheels from the RS7. Hopefully there shouldn't be a problem with the ride feel and handling.. what do you think?

Sent from my SM-N960U using Audizine mobile app (http://r.tapatalk.com/byo?rid=87676)I just bought 255/35 20 all around with the 33 offset rear..

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