Thanks jitnec
I can imagine that with 18 inch wheels and MagnaRide things would be pretty good all round. That's actually what I wanted from the start but they would not let me order MagnaRide with the Pure Tech!
Note you comment about initial bouncy feeling to the ride which fits with other comments
I'll let you all know if I do go for the 17 inch mod and how I get on.
Thanks again, much appreciated
Gary
(08-12-2014 06:43am)jitenc Wrote: I have changed from 20" to 18" alloys. At first, I noticed a ride difference on the motorway. I can only describe it as bouncy, but it soon settled. I am guessing the Evoque learned itself, and adjusted accordingly!
I am happier with the ride quality with the 18 inch alloys wheels. It feels smoother, with the MagnaRide system. Also, I have noticed that the braking distance is improved.
Hi Phil
Thanks for your reply. I note the risk of getting a bouncy ride with the 17 inch wheels. Hoping that someone will have experience of changing wheel size without MagnaRide (which I wanted in the first place but was not allowed to order with the Pure Tech trim).
Interestingly my even my P38 Range Rover Vogue Mk2 with air suspension that I had a few years back suffered from a bit of 'jiggly-ness' at low speeds which was definitely a case of the seating position relative to the centre of gravity (in this case causing more side to side sway on rough roads at low speeds than you get with a normal saloon). So I appreciate your other comment about high 4WDs being different to normal saloons, and yes, the short wheelbase of the Evoque would also come into play.
Amyway, all your comments and advice much appreciated. If I do still go for the 17 inch rims, I will let you know how I get on
Regards and thanks
Gary
(08-12-2014 10:13am)PhilSkill Wrote: Having gone from 20 to 19 for Winter, the only difference I notice is slight more bounce/movement, but this while creating a softer ride, does not exactly do what I would say is improving the ride quality as the stability is less and the feeling of it kangarooing over bumps is more present (this is all very slight as I think the comfort and ride quality are great on either size). I do have Magneride, so it may not be as obvious, but think the expense you will go to get 17"'s on may be a lot for very slightly softer/bouncier ride.
Generally Winter tyres are not going to improve ride, as there will be more movement and less feel from them, not to mention usually more noise.
What you may be experiencing is the short wheel base with high CoG and 4wd Weight over a normal family size saloon, depends what you are looking for.
Thanks EG
Good point about the ride settling it after 6000 miles, there is bound to be an effect there. Nice to know that it's not just me who finds the Pure Tech ride on 18 inch rims a bit stiff.
I'll let you know how I get on if I do fit the 17 inch rims
Regards
Gary
(08-12-2014 11:48pm)Earl grey Wrote: I must admit I was somewhat disappointed initially with the ride quality of my Pure Tech on 18 inch rims but after 6 months and 6000 miles everything has softened up a little. Either that or I have got used to it! I would doubt that a change to 17inch rims would make a massive difference. I guess the Pirelli all weather tyres that are fitted as standard have a pretty stiff side wall. There may be a summer tyre that has a bit more compliance.