New to the Forum- MPG/Tire question

Interesting that you two would mention the Michelin Harmony. After going to Michelin's site this AM and reading more posts (searched for Harmony), I was just about to order the Harmonys from Tirerack. The reported noise from the HydroEdges and great reviews on the Harmony changed my mind at the 11th hour.

I will miss the look of the new rims, tho. In person,they do look like they were made for the car. Too bad they don't make them in 16" for the Prius.

Thanks again for all of the help!

 

Thanks. Mileage-friendly tires sizes are very limited for 17 inch rims. The narrowest is the 195/40-17 and it is quite a bit smaller in diameter than stock (873 rpm). There is a very limited number of tires available in this size, too. The choices aren't much better for 205s and that is why I went with 215s. That width along with the weight and non-LRR status are bound to be MPG killers.

I am planning to pump up the wheel pressure today and see what happens. But, the ride is already pretty harsh on some local roads. The feel is great on the Interstate and smooth hiways, tho.

I'll miss the rims and, as it turns out, so will the wife...who has really grown attached to the look. Hey, maybe we can press ASA into making these in a 15 or 16 with a 5 bolt pattern. They are a very popular and well-made aftermarket rim and the development was originally overseen by BBS. In fact, BBS used to be stamped right on the rim. As the Prius popularity increases, we may see a 16 (and more LLR 16 tires). I hope so.

 

Will do. There was a national back order on them and TireRack had to send them to me from Nevada, where they only had two sets left. It could be over a month before more are available.