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Suspension Difference 20" vs 22"

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I too wonder about the suspension. I have a S with 22"s. I don't really care for the large wheels and the one's I do like I think are 18's or 19's. I know they are smaller. I want to lower the car by about 2". So I was thinking that changing the wheels will buy me some of that ............
Smaller wheels won't buy you anything as the diameter of the tire is the same (side wall is larger with smaller wheel). If perchance you found a smaller tire it would change your speedometer (MPH).
 
Ian Callum the F Pace designer said before the car went into production that the car/suspension was designed around 20" wheels. Since the 22's are virtually the diameter there is essentially no difference except for a somewhat improved handling perspective and a slightly harsher ride. But again the ride on the 22's is very subjective based on who you talk to.
 
Welcome, did you look at Tire Rack? The 20's and 22's have the same outside wheel diameter within 1/2 inch so it is just an illusion that the car sits lower. The 22's are a bit wider so an alignment would be in your best interest. Look in this section and you will see members who have purchased after market wheels that might be to your liking. BTW the 1st F Paces were delivered the end of May last year.