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Fitting smaller wheels - who is right?

I'd like to fit 16" wheels in place of 18". My local dealer says 16" OK with 205/55/16 tyres.

SKODA say don't go below 17"( something to do with calipers). Who's right?

Asked on 1 February 2014 by r.w.skipper

Answered by Honest John
Depends on the engine size and whether or not it has bigger brakes.

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