Technical 195-65-15 tires on a 2012 pop

[Corvairdave]

Anyone running a 195-65-15 on their 500? They are def taller, but before I buy, was hoping someone might know if they fit. TIA Cheers, Dave

 

[bugsymike]

Anyone running a 195-65-15 on their 500? They are def taller, but before I buy, was hoping someone might know if they fit. TIA Cheers, Dave

There are websites you can go on which will tell you if it is viable, how it affects the overall gearing and what the speedo will read etc.
Another small point is that if to high a gearing it will be as though you are pulling away in second gear , so eventually the clutch will pack up also.
Yet another minor detail is in an accident it may invalidate your insurance.

 

[Corvairdave]

Thanks for that. More looking for physical fitment/rubbing. It's an auto, so that helps. I bought a set of 15x7 alloys and the minimum section width is 195. Lots of 195/65/15s out there. But not so much for 50 or 55 aspect ratio.

 

[bugsymike]

Thanks for that. More looking for physical fitment/rubbing. It's an auto, so that helps. I bought a set of 15x7 alloys and the minimum section width is 195. Lots of 195/65/15s out there. But not so much for 50 or 55 aspect ratio.

Check online for that website, it also depends on the amount of offset, this is written on the wheel , the ET**.
Try this website for guidance.https://www.willtheyfit.com/

 

[Jockstrap]

Can and should are not the same .
Fun with the 500 will come with less rubber on the road. Clearly personal, but you will kill the car.