New Tires for Original 2019 RS3 Blade Rims (Yes, Another Tire Post)

[DL1]

Yes, another Tire Post

I've read a number of post concerning tires, fitment, and a lot of other information (some contradictory).

Many of the posts, here and on other Audi sites also include tire information on A3s and S3s mixed in.

It's hard to tell what is what and what will work on my 2019 RS3 with the factory original staggered Blade Design Rims.

I kind of like the Blade design and haven't found a set of rims that make me want buy.

The question is what will work with the original rims and not cause any potential problems or damage to the RS3.

I'd like to use Michelin PS4S tires (but not absolutely set on them), but it looks like they are wider than the OEM Pirellis and may cause rubbing issues (according to one of the posts I've read). I'm not sure if this is the case or not.

I do drive pretty (OK, very) aggressively, so that may become an issue. I got 8K out of the factory Pirellis. "Drive it like you stole it" motto.

Any information and/or help (model and tire size) would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

[S3DUDE]

I love the design of the 5 blades wheel myself but they are heavy. A lot of people go the route of going one size smaller on the wheel(18") and raising the tire profile for comfort. Another reason to go with aftermarket apart from the personal looks is the weight reduction. One of the most common and popular tire choices is the Michelins PS4S just like what you want. I run 255/35/18 on Bridgestone RE71s and Neuspeed RS-10(18") but I am also on the stock wheels /Pirellis p zeros with 22k miles on them as well that I am still trying to wear out.

If you really want to stick with the original wheel consider one size up on the profile, it is worth in my opinion. I have a third set of tires on the shed and they are michelin Pilot Super Sport 300 treadwear 235/40/18, no wheels on them becaude I had them on a left over kong 18" wheels from a 8V S3 but never cleared my RS3 calipers. In summary, go one profile higher, it is worth it.

[o1turbo30v]

For the staggered wheels, lots of Forum members run 245/35/19 on all 4 corners, lots of options in that size, the tire fits well on both the 8.5 and 8" wide wheels, and gives some more sidewall protection verse the stock sizes.

[STi from DSM]

I used 245/40/18 for my winters and they cleared the brakes (barely) 18x8 Moteggi MR 143 CS wheels.

[steven5210]

I'm running staggered on neuspeed 19" rims and I'm on the PS4S tires. They're wayyy better than the OEM pirellis. No rubbing issues ever and this is my 2nd set of the tires.

[signde]

the michelin PS4S, square, 245/35/19 all around is by far the most commonly recommended setup in this RS3 specific forum with the OEM wheels, square or staggered.

like everyone else here, i went through two of the shitty OEM pirelli fronts due to bubbles in less than 10k miles, both times without having hit any memorable road hazards.

the michelins have held up much better and for longer.

[Rod Paine]

As I've reported earlier, I've found the Neuspeed RSe10 18x8.5 wheels with 245/40/18 Michelin AS3+ to
be a significantly better configuration than the original factory 19 inch wheel configuration, now at 41,061
miles on them of which 29,564 miles have been fast country back road runs 3 days a week, 10am-2pm
only as weather permits. Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 245/40/18 going on very soon. My Photo Gallery shows
our 2019 Audi RS 3 configuration FYI.

[Potatohead_RS3]

I assume you are talking about the staggered setup. I have worn out both the OE tires and now also a set of Conti ECS. I know people say the stock tires are matched in height, but that hasn't been my experience. I had more problems with traction control activating at weird times with the OE tires than I did the Continentals. In either case it only happened with TC in normal mode, it doesn't happen in the sportier mode. I wouldn't be concerned about hurting the car. There is always some wiggle room in the system because tires wear at different rates.

I am considering going to a 265/30 in the front next time but they are not really supposed to go on 8.5" wheels. So I am not sure at this point. Tire selection isn't really any better either.

[TheContrarian]

Michelin Pilot sport 4S in the identical sizes to stock, works fine on the stock 19" staggered wheels. Your traction light might blink from time to time, putting the car in sport mode takes care of that. These tires give the car a whole new attitude.

[denz50]

I bought an extra set of stock rims for cheap & went square with 8.5” rims & Bridgestone Potenza SO4’s 245/35R19.Couldn’t stand the Pzero’s-loud & hard.SO4’s much quieter & softer but still handle great.Added 10mm spacers front & rear to push out to edge of wheel wells.Run 39psi front & 35psi rear & happy with handling! Eventually will get some lighter wheels but happy with current setup!

[Amirh87]

As I've reported earlier, I've found the Neuspeed RSe10 18x8.5 wheels with 245/40/18 Michelin AS3+ to
be a significantly better configuration than the original factory 19 inch wheel configuration, now at 41,061
miles on them of which 29,564 miles have been fast country back road runs 3 days a week, 10am-2pm
only as weather permits. Michelin Pilot Sport 4S 245/40/18 going on very soon. My Photo Gallery shows
our 2019 Audi RS 3 configuration FYI.

I'm in line for an RS3. I own a pair of the Rse10 19x9. Will these fit on the new 8Y tire setup?


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[Rod Paine]

[QUOTE=BLA4CKLA;14823850]I'm in line for an RS3. I own a pair of the Rse10 19x9. Will these fit on the new 8Y tire setup?

I don't know. Best would be to contact Newspeed directly and ask them about such a fitment on a new RS 3.
They'll know for sure what the fitment will be.
-Rod

[Potatohead_RS3]

I'm in line for an RS3. I own a pair of the Rse10 19x9. Will these fit on the new 8Y tire setup?


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Doubtful, since the new car uses a much lower offset in the front than the 8V

[BC5RS]

I changed to a 235/35/19 PS4S on the factory blades from the staggered Pirelli's. No issues with fitment or driving on a 2017 RS3.

[DL1]

Thanks guys. Went with the square setup. with Michelin PS4S 245/35/19 on all four corners.

What tire pressure is optimal for these tires? Front and rear different or the same?