Looking for snow wheels for my Kia Niro EV

[Ken2]

This is the time to shop for snow tire wheels. My new Kia Niro EV (like it a lot so far) has a GVWR of 4,780#. I don't know if I can use any take-off wheels that meet all the dimension specs, or if I need stouter wheels for the weight of a heavy EV. Several models of Kia, Hyundai, and Mazda wheels will fit, but will they safely carry the weight? Is this something to be concerned about? I guess I can look at take-off choices and see what tire load index they had for original specs.

The wheels are 17x7", 5x114.3 bolt circle, 52mm offset, 67.1mm center bore, 12mm studs. I think 16x6.5" would also fit over the calipers, and they'll take the optional size tires. Tire size is 215/55R17 94V. Optional is 215/60R16 95H (Blizzak) or 99H (X-Ice Snow).

Is there a better idea?

 

[eljefino]

Dodge Caravans from the 1990s have the same lug pattern and a 71.5 center bore. Should be a zillion of those and of course they'd be rugged enough.

If you want TPMS make sure whatever rim you get accepts a sensor-- I got some universal steelies that had the hole drilled at an awkward angle, that didn't work right.

Your biggest challenge will be the relatively large center bore... Toyota for example is 60.1mm. Hopefully this works for you as a heavier vehicle will need a bigger hub.

 

[DriveHard]

This is the time to shop for snow tire wheels. My new Kia Niro EV (like it a lot so far) has a GVWR of 4,780#. I don't know if I can use any take-off wheels that meet all the dimension specs, or if I need stouter wheels for the weight of a heavy EV. Several models of Kia, Hyundai, and Mazda wheels will fit, but will they safely carry the weight? Is this something to be concerned about? I guess I can look at take-off choices and see what tire load index they had for original specs.

The wheels are 17x7", 5x114.3 bolt circle, 52mm offset, 67.1mm center bore, 12mm studs. I think 16x6.5" would also fit over the calipers, and they'll take the optional size tires. Tire size is 215/55R17 94V. Optional is 215/60R16 95H (Blizzak) or 99H (X-Ice Snow).

Is there a better idea?

I have a set of Kia EV6 rims you could have for $500 ;-)

 

[benjy]

best $$$ is to get a new set of snows with them mounted from a discount tire dealer on line, + remember narrower is better in snow + generally chaper

 

[Rand]

best $$$ is to get a new set of snows with them mounted from a discount tire dealer on line, + remember narrower is better in snow + generally cheaper

I would challenge the statement narrower is always better. The tire choice is far more important.
and 215/55R17 is a pretty small tire for an Hefty EV already.
My outback which is nearly the same weight is 225/60r18 and a higher load rating of 100 vs 94

 

[Jump1]

If you don't take the person who offered his/wheels for sale check Mazda wheels. Those dimensions look same based on my memory (didn't actually look them up). I once temporarily put a spare Kia Soul wheel on wife's 16 Mazda 3 and although I never checked offset, all other dimensions including bore dia. we're good, so Kia Soul or another Kia or Hyundai or Mazda could work. You'd have to check dimensions

 

[Al]

Just buy Michelin CrossClimate2' they are amazing

 

[meep]

Tire rack is your friend. They take some of the guesswork out in their wheel selection database. Look there first. Then read up on different molding and casting and forming methods.

Also, buying used OEM take-offs is a solid move, as youll get a higher-quality part than most affordable aftermarket wheels, at a fraction of the cost. I’ve bought 3 sets in my life of oem take-offs and have been pleased.

 

[slacktide_bitog]

TR offers tire and wheel packages, with the tires already mounted on the wheels, shipped to your door or other location of your choice. If you have a DT store nearby, you can order a tire and wheel package for pickup at your local DT

You could use the Nokian WRG5 or the Nordman Solstice 4 (the old WRG4) and have them pre-mounted on the wheels of your choice.

If all-weather tires aren't good enough, and you still need dedicated winter tires, consider the Nokian R5.

Just buy Michelin CrossClimate2' they are amazing

Depending on how the snow is in OP's location, perhaps the Nokian all-weather tires (WRG5 or Nordman Solstice 4) would be a good choice, since they're the closest to being winter tires you can use year-round

 

[Strumpan_]

If you can use studded tires just get Nokians, if you cant get Nokians.

Never get all seasons. Just use two sets of wheels. one for summer and other for the winter.