Hmmm, how about a setup with 21" R182 + TPMS + Nokian Hakka R3 SUV tires?

 

I don't think it's a good idea as you want taller sidewall for winter usage (to absorb those crappy potholes). Just my 2 cents.

As for Michelin vs Nokian .... Michelin will likely be better for dry roads and braking. Nokian will be better in snow/ice condition. If you go north of GTA often and/or drive a long distance for commute, I would think the latter can be considered a bit more when narrowing down your choice.

 

I have the R3 SUVs on my stock 20” staggered setup. Phenomenal winter tire. Best I have had. About 6k miles and holding well. I hear they get a bit noisy deeper into the tread. I bought a set of 21s for my summer setup and moved my 20s to winter use.

ETA- it took about 4 months to source the R3s here in the states but that had to do with 1) new tire size for Nokia 2) limited US distributors and stock and 3) slow boat from Finland.

 

Ordered 20" staggered setup - DAI R182 in gloss black, TPMS and Hakka R3. The shop will throw in gloss black center caps.
Thank you all for your help!

 

Hi Fooit! Help! I just purchased almost the entire same set up, but I ended up getting the R98 wheels. However, it did not come with Porsche crested center caps. Were those provided by where you bought the tire? from pictures below looks like it was from rennsportire.ca? Thanks!

 

The end result

 

 

@Bob Smith, please post about your deal here so when fellow Torontonians are looking for a deal they know where to go

 

Reviving this thread. New GTS owner, I’ve been researching winter tire and rims for the car. A lot of reputable local shops sell packages in square setups but everyone in this forum seems to be against square setups. Is everyone running Staggered winters here? Where should I go to get a decent staggered set. Thanks!

 

Can't speak for everyone - I am running staggered because that's what Porsche designed and sells, and I am not going to argue with them.
I am running 20" because it looks good to me.
What area are you from - lots of ideas where to get your quotes in this thread.
Good luck!

 

Have stock 18winters bought from, and installed by, the Porsche dealership on our 2017 GTS. They are staggered.

 

@vwprince, did you find your matching center caps?
I've seen somebody posted a link where to get them online recently, most likely in Parts For Sale section of the forum

 

@vwprince, FS: Gloss Black Concave Center Caps - $35 Shipped

 

Currently considering options for winter setup for the 2020 GTS.

OEM 20 Silver RS Spyders from Pfaff are $6500 + $230 (for center caps) + HST. This would be installed with TPMS.
Unknown tire that comes with the set. Sound like people in the past have gotten Dunlop or Pirelli Scorpions.

Rennsport tire has the DAI R98 or R182 with:
Option 1 with Michelin X-Ice Snow - $2,690
Option 2 with Pirelli Scorpion Winter - $2,750
Option 3 with Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV - $2,950
The above prices include OEM center caps, TPMS, balanced and installed.

~4k difference is tough to swallow between OEM and aftermarket. How have the DAI rims been for people who have been using them so far?

 

Currently considering options for winter setup for the 2020 GTS.

OEM 20 Silver RS Spyders from Pfaff are $6500 + $230 (for center caps) + HST. This would be installed with TPMS.
Unknown tire that comes with the set. Sound like people in the past have gotten Dunlop or Pirelli Scorpions.

Rennsport tire has the DAI R98 or R182 with:
Option 1 with Michelin X-Ice Snow - $2,690
Option 2 with Pirelli Scorpion Winter - $2,750
Option 3 with Nokian Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV - $2,950
The above prices include OEM center caps, TPMS, balanced and installed.

~4k difference is tough to swallow between OEM and aftermarket. How have the DAI rims been for people who have been using them so far?

Don't see a thread for Macan S winters... but dealer @ YEG said that Nokian's NOT Porsche approved. I was hoping to pick up Hakka's because Consumers.ca (2020) considers these the top rated winters & based on many many MF comments, they seem to be best option for brutal prairie winter driving (starting October). Thoughts? Recommendations appreciated!

 

@dk3what, I've had them for only 1 winter so far and I had no problems at all. I like the look, easy to clean, etc...

As for tires, you can't go wrong - I like Hakka R3 a lot but I can tell they are not winter performance tires, so if you want an alternative I'd probably consider Michelin Alpin PA5 (not X-Ice snow) or Pirellis.

Michelin Pilot Alpin PA5 SUV Tires | Michelin Canada

Discover the ultra-high performance of MICHELIN® Pilot® Alpin® 5 tires for optimal winter control and outstanding braking performance.

www.michelin.ca

 

I’m also starting the hunt now. I have a MY21 GTS (well, I don’t technically have it just yet - it’s in a container right now 😁) - I’ve always outfitted my vehicles with Nokian Hakkas and usually through KalTire (GTA). When I check through Kal the tire finder gives me a warning that my warranty could be impacted if I purchase non vehicle specific tires - any word/thoughts on this?

 

Congrats on the GTS....you will love this car! Non Porsche approved tires?? I would check with your warranty guy at the dealer.

 

Getting Nokian Hakka R3 on Replica 18” Wheels - staggered. From Steelcase Tires.

 

Just curious....what was the cost? That’s the advantage of the S, you can run 18” on that!

 

Any pic? (I also have a sapphire blue 2020 Macan S on 18")

 

Tires not on yet, but here are the wheels.

R157

www.canadawheels.ca

 

Thanks. Those look nice!

 

Ordered a winter wheel package from Rennsportire in Woodbridge, staggered setup, R182 black gloss rims, Pirelli Scorpion winter tires, TPMS, Porsche center caps in black, wheel bolts & lock bolt.....Installation and balancing included for $2950+tax same setup is also available from Wheelsco for similar price.

 

Got my 20” winter wheel set installed today at Rennsportire in Vaughan R182 wheels Pirelli Scorpion tires.....was in and out in 20 minutes friendly and knowledgeable staff and very accommodating to my timeline. Very happy with the results, love the look of the R192 gloss black wheels.

 

Nokian R3 SUV staggered, Black Fast R 157 staggered, sensors, copy caps. From Steelcase Tires. Best price I've seen on the forum.

 

 

Picked up my set of 20" R98's and Pilot Alpin 5 SUV's for my pending Macan GTS from Rennsporttire today. $2830 + tax.

 

@SomeGuy, are you going to ask your dealer to swap wheels when you get the car?

 

They're delivering the vehicle to my house, I'll swap them myself.



Also, I just looked and found the 295 section tires are dated 2018 and 2019...the 265's are both 2020 tires. Not impressed with these old dates on the two tires, we'll see what Rennsportire has to say, but this certainly will change my opinion of them.

 

Hi. I just put Replika R157 on my Macan for winter wheels. The Porsche centre caps from my OEM all season wheels are too small. Where did you get your centre caps? They look great.

 

Steelcase got a shop to print some decals for the Replika caps.

 

Thanks for the info, it's greatly appreciated! Now I just have to decide whether to paint the wheels GT Silver or Satin Platinum. I have a ways to go before I need new tires, the Michelin Latitudes that came with the car still have a decent amount of rubber left. Thanks again!

 

@fooit, @Admiral and others that this applies to:
After having your R182 / R98 wheels and centre caps from rennsporttire for a few winters, how have they been holding up (eg road salt, wear, fading, etc)? Also, do you find 20" tires grip the snow well or would going with 19" tires be a safer bet for winter driving in Toronto? For everyone's benefit, it snows every so often here with possible accumulation of more than 10cm.

 

I am very happy with the set and I have no complaints, if you plan to get Hakka winter tires - they grip amazingly, 10cm of snow is nothing to them.

 

I just bought a set of 18” alloys with Michelin X-ice North 4 studded tires. I have used these tires on two other vehicles and have found them to be remarkably good in the winter. I’ve always had separate sets on all my cars, and these ones I can say really stand in a class of their own. Where we live we have to deal ice and deep snow as well as hills and poorly cleared roads. If you want maximum drivability in winter, these are the tires for you. If you want performance sporty tires for well-cleared urban streets, these are not for you.

 

... Michelin X-ice North 4 studded tires. ...

those sound like great tires, but studded tires are illegal in Toronto (and pretty much anywhere in Ontario south of Sudbury)

 

8Jx18 R0 21 235/60
9Jx18 R0 21 255/55

18" will fit a MY19 S? Just want to make sure

 

Yes, they are the minimum size that will fit.