I kept my current setup, from my previous Golf TDI 2010, which is 17" OEM anthracite Goal, running Nokian Hakkapellita 7 studded tires, 205/50R17. It clears just enough the front Calipers....
Also the Goals are very easy wheel to clean, in case snow/ice get stuck behind it.
AWD+studded tires=fun in deep snow/ice.
Hmmm, looking at the rotation arrow on your LH FR, it seems that wheel is installed backwards?! :iono:
Speaking of winter tires, would you, by any chance, have pics (top or side view) showing how much 205s are tucked inside wheel well?? I was planning on getting 205s as my winter set-up but am having second thoughts as I may not like them tucked in too much vs 225/45R17 on 17x7"??