H2 SUT wheel/tire questions and a few others...

[Mori]

Hi,

We're (our company) considering getting an H2 for me due to its ample cargo space.

Why the H2 SUT? Our country has stupid laws - we get a price deduction of 22% on VAT tax if the car is a pickup truck. :-/

Anyway - I don't like traditional pickups (like a Ford F-150). The boss has an X5 which I've driven a few times and its almost as good as my sport hatchback.

Back to the topic - I will be covering large distances with the car with cargo that has to be transported quickly and safely - hence I will want the best on-road performance possible. What would you suggest as a good strictly interstate/autobahn wheel/tire combo? I was thinking of going in the 20-24" direction with suitable tires (please help me find something which is only for road use - can't find anything on Dunlop/Pirelli/etc. sites). I will keep the stock 17" wheels and tires for my own personal use when I'm not working, and just slap them on for the weekends.

This is what I was considering so far:
http://www.zinikwheels.com/gall-Z12.htm

In either 22 or 24" - the price is pretty good on it but what tires to get?


Another issue is concerning the midgate thingy - its foldable but if I'm driving in the wet/snow I guess its not terrible comfy. Is there anyway to seal off the front row from the back when the midgate is down?

How practical is the rear spare tire? Will swinging it open to undo the tailgate wear me down with time or will I get used to it?

Whats the on-road ride compared to on-road SUVs like the BMW X5 or Volvo XC90?

Please don't trash me for the wheel size - I know you guys are offroaders, but I really want good traction and feel on the road and autobahn.