Nissan Alloy Wheels Vs Steel Wheels

When one of your car parts fails, you can use the opportunity to upgrade to a better part. For example, some people upgrade to rearview mirrors with more features. We have another blog post about basic rearview mirrors vs upgraded rearview mirrors if you want to read more about that.

Should you buy a steel wheel when one of your alloy wheels gets damaged, though? If you ask us, you would be better off replacing your damaged wheel with an OEM Nissan alloy wheel. In this comparison guide, we'll go over why OEM Nissan alloy wheels are a better investment than aftermarket steel wheels.

1. You Would Save Money By Replacing Only One Alloy Wheel

If you have only one damaged wheel (or even two), you'll save money by replacing it with an OEM part. All you need to do is find an exact replica of the rest of the wheels on your car.

Steel wheels may be a bit cheaper than alloy wheels. Yet, you'll likely end up paying more money if you decide to upgrade all four wheels.

2. OEM Alloy Wheels Look Better Than Aftermarket Steel Wheels

We might be biased towards OEM alloy wheels here. We can't ignore the fact that alloy wheels look better, though. They come in a wide range of styles. Steel wheels are cut out on a press and then welded together. This means that there are very limited spoke designs to choose from. Alloy wheels are manufactured using casting, so there are many different design options to choose from. Many stock Nissan alloy wheels come in attractive designs.

3. Alloy Wheels Are Lighter Than Steel Wheels

Since alloy wheels are made from a mix of metals, they weigh less than steel wheels. This is a major reason why alloy wheels are better for performance reasons. The lightweight nature of alloy wheels is beneficial in many other ways. For instance:

• The lightweight wheels help your Nissan's fuel economy.
• The lightweight wheels help your Nissan handle better.
• With lightweight wheels on your Nissan, there's less strain on its suspension system.
• You'll enjoy faster acceleration and better braking with lightweight wheels.

If you upgrade to steel wheels, all these benefits go out of the window.

4. Alloy Wheels Do Not Rust

Alloy wheels are much more corrosion-resistant than steel wheels. Corrosion occurs when moisture gets inside the wheel and damages its structure from within. Steel wheels can work for a while before rusting, but the damage is inevitable. Even if you maintain the layer of paint on your steel wheels, there's always the risk of them rusting out.

Get Your Replacement OEM Wheels From NissanPartsPlus.com

We hope you've learned why OEM Nissan alloy wheels are better than aftermarket steel wheels. At NissanPartsPlus.com, we have a wide selection of genuine OEM alloy wheels for a variety of Nissan models. You can see the selection here. We also offer wholesale prices and fast shipping. Please contact us if you need help finding the right replacement wheel(s) for your Nissan model.