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My 2017 Sportwagen 4motion
Only thing i’ve done so far is apr stage 1 93 tune and added the audi 18” wheels. I’m looking to upgrade to an is20 eventually since there’s no warranty anymore, are there any upgrades i should add other than downpipe that will make a difference in power or reliability?
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Yeah, for reference, I run 255/40-17 on 17x9 ET41 wheels. I think you should be fine on clearance as long as you're not running a 50+mm offset. The awd wagons shouldn't have the fuel filler issue that fwd cars have.
They are 18x8.5 +29 offset
You should be fine on the inside, may have a little poke though. Have you done the fender screw mod? You can google it, it's a five minute job you don't need to lift the car either.
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This is what WillTheyFit.com lists comparing stock GTI sizing of 225/40-18 you'd have 1.33" greater poke.

EXISTING
NEW

Diameter
637.2mm
653.2mm

Circumference
2001.8mm
2052.1mm

Poke
45.3mm
79mm

Inset
145.3mm
137mm
Speedo error
0%
-2.45%
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Looks reasonable, I think you can lower it without rub, but it's likely going to be close. Getting as much camber as you can will help too.
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