winter tires ?

[Richmond Hill Rogue]

I have an opportunity to pick up a set of winter tires 205/65/15.

Will they fit on my Rogue.

thanks.

[philipa_240sx]

Nope, they are not even close to the right size. About 2.6" in diameter too small. You cannot safely use a tire this small on the Rogue.

Stock tire sizes for the Rogue:

P215/70R16 (S Model with steel wheels)P225/60R17 (SL Model with alloy wheels)

My suggestion for winter tires:

Pick up a used set of 16" steel rims from a '02 and newer Altima (This is what I used). They are readily available and cheap. There are many winter tires available in the P215/70R16 size that will fit the above 16" steel rim and are priced under $150/tire. You can then save the alloy rims for the summer months.

[Pescakl1]

I am not even sure you will be able to fit the 15" rims on the Rogue, they won't clear the brakes.

[philipa_240sx]

I am not even sure you will be able to fit the 15" rims on the Rogue, they won't clear the brakes.

You're right. The Rogue's 11.84" dia. rotors will not fit 15" wheels. 16" wheels are the bare minimum.

IMHO, by going 16" winter tires with steel wheels you gain several benefits:

- You save your alloy wheels for the summer. They won't be exposed to damaging salt/sand.- 16" winter tires are cheaper than 17"- You can take advantage of narrower tire widths. This can improve traction in deep snow.

[Richmond Hill Rogue]

OK, thanks to all for the advice and info.

[bboard]

Philipa.... I see on Nissan website that 2009 Altima has 16"x7" rims.... will those work fine with most winter tires vs 16x6.5?