Winter tires/wheels on saved 3 lbs MPG gain?

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Fuel Economy' started by MattPersman, Nov 18, 2012.

  1. MattPersman

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    I just installed my winter wheels and tires I put on gen 2 stock wheels with new Michelin X-Ice Xi2 tires in stock size. It saved 3 lbs each over the stock wheels with goodyear assurance fuel max stock tires. Be curious of the fuel economy difference if any

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    #1 MattPersman, Nov 18, 2012
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    F8L Protecting Habitat & AG Lands

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    I doubt it would make a measurable difference. The difference in the two tires will complicate any testing. :)
     
    #2 F8L, Nov 18, 2012
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