New to the forum but a proud owner of a '07 Mazda3 GT.

[Pingpell]

:loco
Needlessly to say I am confused about cars. I drive one, I can put gas in it and add new windshield fluid in it. This is the extent of my knowledge. I have been searching high and low on the internet and can't seem to find the answer to my question. I currently have 205/50/r17 tires on my car. I am looking to get winter tires but I want to get a smaller rims, either a 16" or 15". What I am confused about is do I still get 205/50 or does that change as well. I have no idea. Someone please help me. :bang

[She_Prime]

If you're a GT you need to run 16''s on your car because your calipers won't clear on any smaller of a wheel. You're looking for a 205/55/16 tire then. This is stock size and runs the best on the Mazda 3.

NextMod, Exclusive Wheel and Tire, Tires 23 and Simply Tire all have deals on winter tires at the moment. Check the sponsors section for more information.

[nsh]

I bought an '07 GT last month. Got winter's put on today: 205/55/R16's!

[cwp_sedan]

I think She_Prime hit the nail on the head.

If you want some reading to understand a little better what all of the numbers mean, you can check this link out. It will explain most questions.

http://www.torontomazda3.ca/forum/showthread.php?t=16846

[Pingpell]

Thank you all for your answers. This has been extremely helpful. :headbang

[Rob23]

my winter tires are 195/55/16 the thinner tire cuts through the snow better.

[Go_Habs_Go]

Welcome aboard!

[vartdirector]

Welcome! :)

[Darkfrosty7]

welcome