Hi Julian
I have a Renault Captur which came fitted with optional low profile tires on mag rims standard. I got sick of the sh*t ride on suburban streets and as new tires were due just recently I fitted rims off a Clio, two sizes down, and tires two profiles up.
I have been happy enough with the change as it takes the edge off the sharp bumps and holes. It does not transform the ride to a hydraulic Citroen equivalent, but has enabled me to stop thinking of selling the car due to the poor bumpy ride. What were they thinking ????
IMHO the marketing people and the spin merchants have taken over from 'common' sense.
Jaahn
they might look dumb and have a wheezy petrol motor ..... But try a citroen cactus. My parents have one and its ride reminds me of a Renault 19 .... its remarkably good for a modern car!