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https://www.caranddriver.com/feature...-wheels-tires/
They did a test and showed better gas mileage with smaller wheels. Kept tires identical accords the board
That at least isolates the vehicle trims, EPA test methodology, and tire properties. We still have weight and aero as the remaining factors.
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