Hi, I own a 2008 Ford Escape XLT FWD and I'd like to put on larger rims and tires for next summer. Would a 255/50/R20 fit on this vehicle? Will the speedometer still read properly or will it change?

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Asked by Rey Dec 23, 2011 at 03:54 PM about the 2008 Ford Escape XLT V6 FWD

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Hi, I own a 2008 Ford Escape XLT FWD and I'd like to put on larger rims and tires for next summer. Would a
255/50/R20 fit on this vehicle? Will the speedometer still read properly or will it change? Thanks all for any
suggestions. Merry Christmas from Canada.

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At that size your speedometer would change. Marginally at slow speed. more noticeable at hwy speed. I would read slower then what you are actually going. You can have the pcm adjusted at a dealer for the tire size you are using. Your factory recommended sizes are: 245/50/R20 255/45/R20

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Thank you Michael. I think I will go with your suggestion of 255/45/20 all around. I appreciate the input.

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