Glossary / Suspension

18 inch wheels

17 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

Larger wheels (18 inches) make the car look more stylish and can help it grip the road better, but they might also feel a bit bumpier on rough roads.

Technical Definition

Wheels with an 18-inch diameter are larger than the standard size for many compact cars, offering a sportier look and potentially better handling. However, they can also increase weight and affect ride comfort.

Hear It Discussed

"It came with these 18-inch monlock wheels and the dark wood interior. And it has the seats that the 600s later on got different seats from the rest of the cars..."
Is There Any Manual Swap You Shouldn’t Do? — Carmudgeon w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 211 The Carmudgeon Show 15:01

"The mule has a boxy SUV silhouette, roof rails, 18-inch wheels,"
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"which are the 18 inch wheels. They also, they're also technically the incorrect color."
C.R.E.A.M. #77.2 Ranking The Worst Car Mods, BYD Bond and Quail WITH BEN AUDIO C.R.E.A.M. (The TDC Podcast) 24:37