The 19s are not only uncomfortable, but they bring out the worst in the build quality, the whole car squeaks, and rattles. I now have a mild form of traumatic stress.
If I were you, I'd stick with 17", cheaper tyres, better comfort.
I'd agree that 17's will be more comfy than 19s, but in no way are the 19's uncomfortable - the ride is perfectly fine.The 19s are not only uncomfortable, but they bring out the worst in the build quality, the whole car squeaks, and rattles. I now have a mild form of traumatic stress.
If I were you, I'd stick with 17", cheaper tyres, better comfort.
I'd agree that 17's will be more comfy than 19s, but in no way are the 19's uncomfortable - the ride is perfectly fine.
I'd seen this post a few weeks back just prior to picking up my new Ateca Black Edition, fitted with 19's and I genuinely worried about my choice.
Thankfully, completely unfounded. Maybe your tyres are made of wood or concrete?
Paddy and Co.What roads have you been driving it on? What make are they?
Dead right about German roads there, Spanish are ok too and fairly deserted out of towns. Belgium's are pants as you say and French can be a bit iffy.German roads are the best in Europe - get a smooth drive on the Autobahn where the Ateca is up there with rest at 100 mph. Belgium ones not very good. British ones somewhere between.
why are you wanting to change? asthetics? there is no other good reason to change, and as you suspect the ride will get worse with each increase in size.
how much this bothers you is subjective.
Completely agree with you - 18s at a minimum, 19s are perfect.Honestly speaking, I dont like the look of the 17", they just look proportionally small compared to the rest of the car.
But not sure if its worth the money. I found some brand new seat original wheels for less 500 euros for all 4.
I have 19s and we are suppose to feel guilty about it . You don't take speed bumps at speed or ramps. Lower size more practical but not the end of the earth to go for looks .