2013 Challenger r/t wheel choices ?

[model maker]

I want to get a new 2013 Challenger R/T and while deciding which options to get & not get, the Wheel & tire choices i are something I want to get right. I am old school when it comes to wheels & tires and really don't care for the BIG wheel & rubber band tire look, as I like some rubber on the wheels.  There are wheel sizes from 18 - 20 & maybe even larger however with the larger wheel size comes the smaller tire size. What are the pros & cons of the different size wheels & tires, I mean what is all this HUGE wheel size with tires that are hard to even see ?  I think rubber band looking tires would provide very little protection for the wheels, as tires can take a scrape or two but wheels would be damaged with those same scrapes. I may buy after market wheels later on but still want the car to look good and not leave big empty wheel wells. do those small tires on big wheels provide  better ride quality or do you feel every pebble & crack on the road ? I just want to get the best ride  & handling as possible
Bert

[MEK-Dangerfield]

Bert,

 I'm with you man.   

I can only imagine the 20" wheels have a harsher ride, but handle better. I have after-market 18" wheels on my car. The tires are 60 series, 225. The so called charts said this was the most meat I could put on them, but I could have bought wider rims in the back at least, and had more rubber.   

    

[model maker]

That looks good ! I don't like harsh rides & see the newer 4 X 4 trucks even having the huge rim & no sidewall tires. I don't know how a set up like that handles off road without destroying the expensive wheels. Is 18 inch the smallest wheel you can get for new challengers ?

[YYZ]

18" is the smallest wheel diameter available on the new Challengers, though you might be able to retrofit a 17" depending on brake clearance.

Personally, I find the ride to be quite alright with the 20" rubber as the suspension is excellent.

Assuming that you're looking at an R/T (SRT8s have 20" standard), then the choices are:

18" 5-spoke aluminum

18" 5-spoke aluminum 'chrome clad'

20" Envy wheel - which is being phased out, I'm not sure if it can be specified any longer

20" black pocket wheel - the current standard wheel for R/T Classic

20" Heritage (Cragar-like) wheel.  At present, the cars are still being built with the same style Heritage wheel that's been around since 2009.  However, they will be switching to an updated version of the Heritage shortly....

[DAYTONA]

...ya gotta go with 20 inch wheels, they just fill up the wheel well better, especially with larger/taller tires...don't remember the sizes of my tires, but the rears are huge...20 inch Cragar S/S wheels

ps...take the cheapest factory (if there is one) wheel/tire combo and put the extra $$$ into a set of what you like

[model maker]

The R/t I am  looking at has the following equipment, how does this  package rate with you guys ? it also has 18 inch wheels.

INFORMATION
MANUFACTURER'S SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICE OF
THIS MODEL INCLUDING DEALER PREPARATION
Base Price: $ 29,995
DODGE CHALLENGER R/T
Exterior Color:Bright White Clear Coat Exterior Paint
Interior Color:Dark Slate Gray Interior Color
Interior:Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats
Engine:5.7-Liter V8 HEMI(R) MDS VVT Engine
Transmission:5-Speed Automatic Transmission
STANDARD EQUIPMENT (UNLESS REPLACED BY
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT)
FUNCTIONAL/SAFETY FEATURES
Advanced Multistage Front Airbags
Supplemental Side-Curtain Front and Rear Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
All Speed Traction Control
Hill Start Assist
Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Heavy Duty Brakes
Rain Brake Support
Ready Alert Braking
Performance Steering
Performance Suspension
Tire Pressure Monitor with Warning Lamp
Keyless Go
Sentry Key(R) Theft Deterrent System
Speed Control
Power Trunk Lid Release
160-MPH Primary Speedometer
19.1-Gallon Fuel Tank
INTERIOR FEATURES
Air Conditioning with Automatic Temperature Control
Power 6-Way Driver Seat
Power 4-Way Driver Lumbar Adjust
Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel
Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror w/ Microphone
Uconnect(R) 130 AM/FM/CD/MP3
6 Speakers
SiriusXM Satellite Radio w/ 1-Yr Radio Subscription
For More Information, Call 888-539-7474
Power Windows with Front One-Touch-Down Feature
12-Volt Center Console Power Outlet
Luxury Front and Rear Floor Mats
EXTERIOR FEATURES
18-Inch x 7.5-Inch Aluminum Wheels
P235/55R18 BSW All Season Performance Tires
Rear Body-Color Spoiler
Halogen Headlamps
Fog Lamps
Power Mirrors with Manual Fold-Away
Dual Rear Exhaust with Bright Tips
Bright Fuel Filler Door
PRICE INFORMATION (contd.)
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT
Customer Preferred Package 28J $ 2,000
ParkSense(R) Rear Park Assist System
Leather-Trimmed Bucket Seats
Heated Front Seats
6 Boston Acoustics(R) Speakers
276-Watt Amplifier
Electronics Convenience Group
Temperature and Compass Gauge
Tire Pressure Monitoring Display
Universal Garage Door Opener
Security Alarm
Power Heated Mirrors with Manual Fold-
Away
5-Speed Automatic Transmission $ 1,100
Sport Mode
Steering Wheel Mounted Paddle Shifters
AutoStick(R) Automatic Transmission
Tip Start
3.06 Rear Axle Ratio
Anti-Lock 4-Wheel Disc Performance
Brakes
Remote Start System
DESTINATION CHARGE $ 995
TOTAL PRICE:* $ 34,090
Assembly Point/Port of Entry:BRAMPTON, ONTARIO, CANADA