Wont that throw off the speedometer also?

 

No, the overall diameter of the tire remains almost the same. Tire Rack has info about it:

https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-100...ww.tirerack.com/upgrade-garage/how-do-i-select-the-right-size-winter-snow-tires

 

There has been posts in another thread that says there is not enough clearance for the rear caliper.
Some day, I am going to try a 16" on my 2024 EV as I have a set for my daughters vehicle - probably won't do it anytime soon.

 

I have seen confirmation in other threads that 16" wheels definitely won't fit on the 2022 Niro EV, but I haven't seen anything definitive on the 2023+ Niro EV, other than people saying it might not or probably won't fit. Tire Rack seems to think its not an issue so I may go forward and give it a shot as long as I get assurance from them that I can return if its an issue.

If anyone has found any threads that say for certain it won't work with the 2023, I would love to read them.

I tried to get a closer look and take some photos but it was challenging. I think this is the best one that shows the clearance.

 

It would be as simple as Tire rack getting a 16" wheel (which should be quite common) and seeing if it fits with enough clearance and then go from there.
As for the sizing of the tire, a 205 65 16 would be a closer match in circumference but that tire size is NA (I believe).
Otherwise, the 205 60 16 is the correct tire as @tsunamisalad mentions - it is used on the other Niros.

 

OK, I just tried the winter wheels (205.60.16) from my previous 2020 Niro and here are the results:
rear caliper clearance is approx .200"
front caliper clearance is 0
cannot use the 16"rims on the EV

 

Very interesting, thanks for testing that. I assume your 2020 Niro is not an EV model?

So seems like Kia must have downsized the rear brakes and up sized the front on the 2023+ EV models

 

Got it. That's a bummer. 16s would've saved some money but I guess I'm going with 17s. Disappointed that Tire Rack didn't properly test the fitment for the 2023 Niro EV.

 

Last year tire rack would not sell me anything for our 23 Niro until they got one in and measured it. So their recommendation is supposedly well vetted. Using 17" on mine, but again due to the fact I had to go chase all the bits myself..

 

I don't think their recommendation is as vetted as one would hope. They are still trying to sell me 16s when it is easily proved that they just won't fit. And the wheels they sell for the 17s still have the 42 offset which will cause them to stick out from the fenders. My guess is they tested on a HEV or PHEV and not an EV specifically.

Think I will go your route and buy from road ready wheels.

 

The 42 offset will not stick out past the fender. The difference between 42 and 50 is 8mm which is 1/3 of an inch.
Steel rims with a 42 offset look way different than the OE rim but they will still appear to be in the same general location.

 

Appreciate the info. I already pulled the trigger and bought these from Road Ready Wheels that @J1772X2 is using. Much closer to the oem specs.

2016-2021 17x6.5 Kia Niro Steel Wheel Rim - Road Ready - Road Ready Wheels

New OEM Replacement 2016-2021 17x6.5 Kia Niro Steel Wheel .Free Shipping and Free Returns. One Year Full Product Warranty.

www.roadreadywheels.com

 

Appreciate the info. I already pulled the trigger and bought these from Road Ready Wheels that @J1772X2 is using. Much closer to the oem specs.

2016-2021 17x6.5 Kia Niro Steel Wheel Rim - Road Ready - Road Ready Wheels

New OEM Replacement 2016-2021 17x6.5 Kia Niro Steel Wheel .Free Shipping and Free Returns. One Year Full Product Warranty.

www.roadreadywheels.com

My only recommendation would have been to get 7" width as that is OEM sizing and putting a 215 onto a 6.5 inch rim is a bit of a stretch.

 

I actually watched the guy install my tires and it did not appear to be a problem. I had them dry fit the rims first too- here is the clearance:

And a side view of installed:

 

BTW, that pic is of a rear wheel?
Front caliper clearance is the problem area but I assume you have enough clearance or they would have said something to you.
I am getting 17" rims for my daughter's Seltos (same specs) and I will try 1 of those on the front of my EV before they are installed on her vehicle.
They have to fit but it will be tighter than the alloy.

 

Just to confirm: those are 6.5 x17 with offset of 42?
Caliper clearance looks good and I don't see the tire sticking out past the fender.
I don't see a pic of the rim face which should show a little ballooning in the sidewall (6.5) but again, that is not a problem. They are installed and look good.
Now I can confidently look for some 17" myself and will not be concerned with 42 offset.

 

These are 50 offset as per my other thread (17x6.5 rims, 67.1 CB, 114.3x5 bolt pattern, 50mm offset. (I used 104-0024 from Road Ready wheels) . The wheel is rear here as I was mainly reading about that being an issue. This was my initial try. I then had the tech at the shop try both front and rear before proceeding.
Side view:

 

Sorry if I caused any confusion regarding the wheel specs.

The ones Tire Rack sells are 17x7, 42mm offset - all other specs the same
Tire Rack

The ones Road Ready Wheels sells are 17x6.5, 50mm offset - all other specs the same (these are the ones @J1772X2 has and that I just purchased)
Road Ready Wheels

 

A few more pictures (rear wheels):