Does the Roewe 550 have a spare tire?
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The Roewe 550 is equipped with a full-size spare tire. There are several types of spare tires: 1. Full-size spare tire; 2. Non-full-size spare tire; 3. Run-flat spare tire. Taking the 2014 manual Zhixuan version of the Roewe 550 as an example, its body dimensions are: length 4648mm, width 1827mm, height 1483mm, with a wheelbase of 2750mm. The 2014 manual Zhixuan version of the Roewe 550 features a MacPherson independent front suspension and a multi-link independent rear suspension. It is powered by a 1.8L naturally aspirated engine with a maximum horsepower of 133ps, maximum power of 98kw, maximum torque of 170nm, paired with a 5-speed manual transmission.
The Roewe 550 generally comes with a spare tire, which I've deeply appreciated over the two-plus years I've been driving this car. The spare is usually a smaller-sized one, tucked away at the bottom of the trunk, and you need to lift the carpet to see it. I remember one winter night last year when I was driving home and suddenly had a flat tire—thankfully, the spare got me through. Spare tires are for temporary use only; you shouldn't exceed 80 km/h or drive on them long-term, as it can be dangerous. When buying a used Roewe, it's best to check the spare tire's pressure and wear condition—don't wait until an emergency to find out it's flat or aged. Also, while some modern cars use tire repair kits instead of spares, most Roewe 550 trims keep this old-school tradition. Maintaining a spare is simple—just check the pressure every six months—and it doesn’t interfere with daily driving. Not having a spare adds hassle and risk, especially on long trips.
