How Far Can the Lynk & Co 01 Spare Tire Run?

[DanteDella]

There is no limit to how far the Lynk & Co 01 spare tire can run, but it should not be used for an extended period to avoid causing the car to deviate and affect the wear of the normal tires. Below is some relevant information about the Lynk & Co 01: 1. Power: Equipped with a 2.0TD turbocharged engine from the Drive-E series, with a maximum power of 140kW/4500rpm and a maximum torque of 300Nm/1400-4000rpm. 2. Configuration: The Lynk & Co 01 features a comprehensive NVH luxury setup, which prevents noise and vibration at the source; it blocks noise transmission paths, optimizes sound quality for purer and more stable frequencies, and includes an INFINITY Hi-Fi-level 10-speaker audio system with a total power output of 360W, offering premium car-level audio configuration.

[LeLyla]

My Lynk & Co 01 manual clearly states that the compact spare tire is for emergency use only. Just last week, I helped a friend deal with this issue - that small spare tire has a maximum design speed of 80km/h and requires inflation to 4.2 BAR. It's crucial to note that the total distance shouldn't exceed 80 kilometers because this tire's sidewall is as thin as paper, causing noticeable body sway during sharp turns on interchange ramps. Two years ago during a road trip, I experienced a flat and had to drive over 70 kilometers on the spare to reach a repair shop, sweating with both hands gripping the wheel the whole time, not daring to exceed 60km/h. Never believe those online claims about driving hundreds of kilometers - when the tread depth wears below 1.6mm, the tire could fail at any moment.

[SanZoe]

Have you noticed the yellow background with black text warning label on the spare tire? Actual tests reveal several flaws in the Lynk & Co 01's spare: The iron wheel rim is 3kg lighter than OEM, causing unsprung mass imbalance, while the 35mm narrower tread width drastically reduces grip. Most critically, the rubber layer is nearly half as thin as the main tire - last year at a repair shop, an endoscope showed two fewer steel belt layers inside. Though official data claims an 80km/h limit, I recommend finding a repair shop by 60km/h, remembering to maintain 0.8 bar higher pressure than the main tires. Crosswinds on highways cause noticeable body float, requiring speed reduction to 40km/h in rain.

[Brayden]

Personal lesson learned: Last winter, I had a tire blowout on the highway while driving a Lynk & Co 01. After putting on the spare tire, the navigation showed the nearest service area was 55 km away. I had to maintain 60 km/h the whole way while constantly correcting the steering. Later, when exiting the ramp, I heard a rubber tearing sound. At the repair shop, they found the inner ply layers had delaminated when removing the tire. The mechanic pointed at the cross-section and explained that the crown angle design of such emergency tires is different, and the rubber had already developed memory deformation from being curled up in the trunk. The manual's stated 80 km distance calculates the lifespan based on a constant 60 km/h speed, but actual road conditions with slopes and turns require discounting that figure.

[LaKathryn]

Important data collected from the car owners' group: The spare tire specification for the Lynk & Co 01 is T125/70R18, which reduces the tire height by 28% compared to the original tire, and this is the main factor limiting travel. The tire pressure must be inflated to at least 4.2 BAR to support the vehicle's weight. Last month, I used a tire pressure gauge and found that after half a year of storage, the tire naturally loses 0.5 BAR of pressure. The most dangerous issue is the uneven tire wear. Someone in the group drove 90 kilometers and then removed the spare tire, only to find the wear surface was jagged, with the inner steel wires exposed. It is recommended to carry an electronic tire pressure monitoring cap in the car. If the tire pressure drops below 3.8 BAR during the journey, stop the vehicle immediately.

[StKylie]

Professional reminder from a mechanical perspective: The non-full-size spare tire has a diameter 12cm smaller than the original, causing the vehicle's ABS and anti-skid systems to intervene frequently. Last week while helping a neighbor inspect the spare tire, we found the wheel speed sensor detected the spare rotating 15% faster than other wheels - equivalent to 2,500 extra revolutions per 100km. Such high rotation rapidly raises tire temperature above 90°C, softening rubber and risking ply separation. Although the manual permits 80km driving distance, each turn subjects the spare to 30% more wear than straight-line driving due to lateral forces.