Tire size
 

hey guys, I am looking for tires for my new rims. They are 20x8.5. I am wondering what kind oof width would be the best. There are quite a few choices on Tirerack. They have 275 and 265. There is also 40 or 45 that i could go with. I am driving a ML320. Any comments or advice would be appreciated. Thanks!

you can use any of these sizes

265/50-20
295/40-20
295/45-20

with 20's on an ML320 but, the 8.5" wheel width 265/50-20 wouldbe the size to use

265/45/20
 

I think Pirelli has a 265/45/20 that is reinforced with a load rating of 108v. Its closest to matching your overal diameter while not being as wide as the 295s so they fit your skinnier 20x8.5s

I know that load carrying capacity is sufficient enough because even the newer ML350s come with 255/60/17 and have Continental 4x4 Contacts which have a load rating of 106h.

So safety wise your fine too. I'd recommend that, but ask Luke to see if he agrees.

hey Luke, is it possible for me to use the goodyear GT II 275/45/20? cuz cost is kind of an issue for me. Thanks.

while not a perfect size, you could use the 275/45-20