22" wheels

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Fuga75
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Car: 2012 M37 S

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Hello fellow M owners. My question is about the effects of putting wheels that are bigger than the 20s the M Sport comes with. What long or shot term concerns should I anticipate. Any suggestions or advice will be appreciate it.


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People have pulled it off with no catastrophic failures, so don't let these points deter you if it's a look you absolutely want. After all 22 isn't too ridiculous & should fit in the wheelwell without body modification. You just can't go too wide.

Hypothetically, you could get some super lightweight 22" wheels whose mounted weight is less than the combined wheel + tire weight of the factory stock setup.
However, the reality is that most upsized wheels
are usually heavier. Less rubber but also way more metal spinning.

Short term effects:
  • Harsher ride
  • Less responsive handling
  • Loss in acceleration
  • Immediate decrease in fuel economy
  • Vibration/constant shimmy if the wheels aren't the correct spec
Long term:
Accelerated wear of the suspension & steering components


If you do it, remember that lug nuts are determined by the wheels, so get them in the proper type for the wheel & correct thread for the car. If you have a choice, pick something with the correct hub bore.

DRM56
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Car: 2011 Infiniti M56s

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I have a 2011 M56s and I put staggered 22's on mine. I have 22x9 in the front and 22x10.5 in the rear. I've been running them now for about 4 years no problems. I also installed the eibach lowering springs pro kit. Rides the same as factory with an aggressive stance.

Fuga75
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Car: 2012 M37 S

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Wow. Very much appreciate all that.

DRM56
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Car: 2011 Infiniti M56s

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Here is a pic of my car on 22s. I will post some more once the weather here clears up.

Fuga75
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Looks really good.


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