Spark EV Winter Tire Wheel Size Compatibility

[JMoney420]

Thinking about getting some winter tires for my 2022 Spark EV, and I've got a quick question - do you reckon 14" wheels will clear the front calipers? Has anyone tried this out, or do you know if it’s even possible?

Thanks in advance.

 

[SmokeyPete]

There is no 2022 Spark EV but yes, I use ancient 14 inch old Volkswagen Snow wheels/Tires on my 2015 Spark EV.

Anyway. Here are the ugly ducklings I found on Craigslist and added GM Center caps. You local pull-apart will have a budget of center caps and cigarette butts and dead bugs for you to rifle through.

Volkswagen/Audi Part# 1HM601025F
Some other number... AY3 ???
Size 6Jx14 H2 ET 45
Tires Michelin X-Ice P185/60R14
Zero rub on anything.
Keep in mind spacing is 100x4 and ET is 45

If any of this is unclear you need to go to Town Fair or NTB.. Don't let them tell you TMPS is the law, check your RMV/DMV yourself.

All wheels the same size, be careful when you change back since you don't want to drive the car with the original rear wheels on the front and the front wheels on the back or you might damage your brakes. (The Spark EV has staggered wheels) Most likely the car just wont move but the Mavis Tire "Pros" got this wrong. Oy Vey ..

 

[Giuliarob]

You can fit some 14" steelies on it. There are a lot of it for sale online.

 

[Randy960]

I can't find the part number I purchased, but I have 15" steel wheels meant for a chevy cruze, and they fit perfectly.

Edit, they're Dorman 939-100

 

[Rofel_Wodring]

I wouldn’t count on 14” wheels clearing the front calipers on the Spark EV. The front brake setup on the Spark is relatively large for such a small car, and most people stick with 15” wheels at minimum for winter setups. If you want to be certain, try test-fitting a 14” wheel before committing. Or, you could check with a tire shop, they might have compatibility data for the Spark EV.

 

[SmokeyPete]

I've used the Volkswagen 100x4 wheels for seven winters. Zero issues and tons of clearance. The snow never gets bound up in the wheel-wells either.