I have a 2010 Kia Soul ! and I want to know if I can change 18" rims for smaller

[bjbny]

ones, like 16"? 225 45 18 is the tire size currently. I was horrified to find out that snow tires (and all seasons) cost between $180 - $250 PER TIRE!! OMG. I didn't realize when I bought the vehicle that 18" wheels meant big bucks, and now I need to get snow tires and CANNOT afford $1,000 for tires. Can anyone tell me if it is safe/ok to purchase smaller rims/wheels for this vehicle?

I appreciate any info. :-)

[mitsukid124]

you could but it'd be riding lower as well.
go on ebay or tirerack.com
alot of shope over price tires.

i went to get a quote recently about how much top of the line winter tires were, they said 750 at least, i found them on tirerack.com for 447.