I dont see a point on this vehicle honestly.
I really dont think you'll beat a good tire like the LX25 or similar for rain. I've owned PSS tires before. They're good on sports cars, but I dont feel like they offer much, here, the way you drive on the street.The point is that in Phoenix we don't have snow, and a good summer performance tire will give better driving dynamics, but more importantly, better grip in wet/rain conditions as well as on dry roads, than an A/S will. As well as better noise and comfort characteristics
The Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV is a truck version of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 summer tire. The main problem to me is it can only last half of the miles (20,000 ~ 30,000 miles) comparing to other all-season tires based on its “220 A A“ UTQG and my personal experience on Michelin Pilot Sport used on my BMW 528i. And it’s one of the most expensive tires for the size of 225/55R19.The point is that in Phoenix we don't have snow, and a good summer performance tire will give better driving dynamics, but more importantly, better grip in wet/rain conditions as well as on dry roads, than an A/S will. As well as better noise and comfort characteristics
Still hoping to get a report on the Michelin Pilot Sport SUV. Tire Rack has limited info. This is a performance summer tire. There are maybe 3 summer tires in the OEM size 225/55/19. Please, not looking for A/S
Actually for a set of any new Michelin 225/55R19 tires, it’d cost you over $1,000 with tax and installation easily!I've always had a good experience with Michelin tires, but the other question is, is it worth ~$900 to replace nearly new tires.
I don't have any personal experience, but..
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Just had a full set of these fitted. My original Toyos had only done 14,200 miles but after nearly 6 years the tread was breaking up. I believe thismazdacx5forums.co.uk
Actually for a set of any new Michelin 225/55R19 tires, it’d cost you over $1,000 with tax and installation easily!
If you're set on buying new tires, you could also consider lightweight 17" or 18" wheels, if performance, ride and noise are a priority, as mentioned. I think that would make a more noticeable improvement in overall performance vs only changing the tire. Obviously, that is an additional cost. My dream setup is ultralight 16" Enkei RPF1s (13.7lbs each) and slightly oversized Michelins or Yokohamas. I just can't justify spending around $1,600 when the factory Yokohamas perform so well and have plenty of tread. It is tempting though!
I agree.Ultimately, these vehicles just aren't high performance enough to notice a real difference in minor changes except for ice and snow and rain traction, IMO
If you're set on buying new tires, you could also consider lightweight 17" or 18" wheels,
Supposedly my LX25's are about a 20# (total all corners vs A36's) lower amount of rotating mass, and I could not tell in mpg, stopwatch, or "feel".
Ultimately, these vehicles just aren't high performance enough to notice a real difference in minor changes except for ice and snow and rain traction, IMO
No argument, but you kind of made my point. I'm looking for even an incremental increase in level of control here, including emergency maneuvering and braking on dry also and I'm willing to pay a premium for it. And, I still think I'm going to get a better/quieter ride. I know no one has criticized me here, just pointed out info and opinions, just as I've never commented on people spending money on LED or lighting upgrades, suspension, blacking out chrome etc., this is where I spend my money. - oh, and on that $26 bumper protectorUltimately, these vehicles just aren't high performance enough to notice a real difference in minor changes except for ice and snow and rain traction, IMO
Yes, ironically one of the warranty avoiding exclusionaries of my 150k mile bumper to bumper is non oem tire size.Did you keep the same tire size/width?
One option for me is to get the above package with 235/70/16, once these tires are closer to worn out. Then when it comes time to sell the vehicle, I could sell the vehicle with the original wheels/tires, and sell the upgraded wheels/tires separately to recoup some money. Have done it before with last vehicle, got 75% back out of the wheels and 40% out of the tires with 30,000 miles on them.
I honestly feel like you will lose rain/wet/cold in exchange for a very largely unrealized gain in dry. However, keep us posted as I'm curiousNo argument, but you kind of made my point. I'm looking for even an incremental increase in level of control here, including emergency maneuvering and braking on dry also and I'm willing to pay a premium for it. And, I still think I'm going to get a better/quieter ride. I know no one has criticized me here, just pointed out info and opinions, just as I've never commented on people spending money on LED or lighting upgrades, suspension, blacking out chrome etc., this is where I spend my money. - oh, and on that $26 bumper protector