Glossary / Suspension

21 inch wheels

11 Episode Mentions

Too Afraid to Ask

The car has big 21‑inch wheels, which can make it look sporty and help with steering but might feel a bit stiffer on the road.

Technical Definition

21‑inch wheels are large diameter rims that can improve a vehicle’s handling and give it a more aggressive stance, but they also increase weight and may reduce ride comfort.

Hear It Discussed

"Show those wheels, go around to the side there. Wheels are a little big, 21 inch wheels on it. The car is hot."
Why LA is the Car Capital of the World Spike's Car Radio 40:37

"This is optional 21 inch wheels. All I kept thinking is imagine what this system would look like, would drive like if this car had 15 inch wheels with 70 series sidewalls, right?"
Do Young People Like Cars Anymore? — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep 238 The Carmudgeon Show 24:03

"Big 21-inch wheels, sharp rear hatch with sunshade over the back glass. What I liked about it, it gets high marks for styling, I think."
Should Your Workplace Police What You Drive In Wheel Time Podcast: Your Go-To Automotive Talk Show 02:39