Alloy wheels are made of an alloy of aluminum, magnesium or both. Lighter than steel, alloy wheels offer some advantages:

• Quicker acceleration and stopping
• Less strain on suspension components, like shocks and struts
• Better at keeping brake elements cooler
• Easier to form into complex styles

Still, steel wheels have their place.

• They're less expensive
• They're easier to repair if damaged

Both will work fine. It's a matter of taste and budget that you choose.

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