165/50 on 15x8.5 rim

Looking for a new wheel setup and not sure if 165/50 tire size fits on the 15x8.5 rim? Apparently, tires of a given size fit on a limited number of rims based on the wheel radius and width. To decide if 165/50 will fit the 15x8.5 wheels, we have examined data both from manufacturers and car tuners.

Our analytical report answers the question whether 165/50 tires match the 15x8.5 rim and what kind of inconveniences and troubles car owners may encounter using this combination. We also have collected the most popular tire sizes for the 15x8.5 rim and rim widths for a 165/50 R15 tire size.

On top of that we suggest exploring some real-life projects with photos to see how car enthusiasts managed to mount 165/50 tires size on the 15x8.5 rims.