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Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Fuel Economy' started by F8L, Apr 17, 2011.

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    UTQG is not a reliable method of determining tire life when cross shopping between brands since there is no standard for testing procedures. That being said it is usually a good indicator of tread life. A better indicator is warranty. The Ascend offers a 5,000 mile longer warranty than the ProContact. Which one will truly last longer is anyone's guess. :)

    My opinion on the AVID Ascend (despite the misspelled thread title).

    http://priuschat.com/forums/gen-iii-2010-prius-fuel-economy/105546-yokohama-avid-ascent-review.html
     
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    What is the lightest 15" replacement tire, it has probably been answered but 22 pages is a little too much to go through...Thank You!!! I just ordered the 15x7 Motegi Traklites
     
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    I'm not sure what your goal is regarding the lightest 15" tire but the ones with the highest mpg capability are the Energy Saver A/S and the Ecopia EP100. Noth are fairly light as well. The weight information is on the first age. Look up the size you need and scroll through that list for tire weights.
     
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    I just ordered a set of 205/55R16 Michelin Energy Savers. :D I'm very excited to try these out. I'm hoping that overall mpg will be close to my 15's. I just didn't like the lower profile 17" wheels & tires on the Prius for some reason. I also got a total of $376 in rebates from ATC! :D

    I also ordered a set of Motegi MR125 16x7 +40mm offset wheels to wrap with the new Michelin tires. Also no sales tax since I ordered them in Oregon. :rockon:

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    It's going to look sweet! :)
     
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    Finally got them installed today! :D I love them!

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    Looks great! :)
     
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    F8L , how are the Avid Ascend tires treating you ? Thinking of purchasing these for a '11 Fit with the 5 speed auto to hopefully bump up the gas mileage , improve ride ( noise level ) and handling ( especially wet ) . The Fit is averaging about 35 since last April . Original tires are the Dunlop SP 31 A/S . Keep them at around 36 p.s.i.. Thanks .
     
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    They are working quite well. I am pretty sure they would not be my first choice for top mpg, however. The Energy Saver A/S takes honors in MPG contests.

    Overall they are a good tire if they last as long as they are supposed to. :)
     
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    Thanks , please keep us updated on them .
     
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    We have nearly 60,000 miles on our Michelin
    Energy Saver Tires, 195x65x15, 44 psi in all
    four tires, 2-3 mpg increase over factory
    avid yoko tires since new.

    Tread life should last another 10,000 miles before
    we need new tires.
     
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    The Energy Saver A/S are now back in-stock at Tire Rack. Discount Tire is also stocking them at many of their Southern CA locations for $99/tire.

    I will be trading in my Primacy MXV4 for a new set of Energy Saver A/S on Tues. The Primacy MXV4 were on my car for 14,000 miles and still have 8/32" left. Although the sidewalls were a bit soft, handling and noise were a slight improvement over the OE tires. My main reason for the trade is the 5-10% hit in fuel economy over the OE tires.

    Michelin made me an offer I could not refuse. They really went above and beyond to satisfy me and earn my loyalty.
     
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    These are summer tires:

    Energy Saver | Michelin Tires
     
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    I didn't know that they made 2 different tires. I asked for Energy Saver A/S but this is what I got. Are they the same for MPG?
     
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    I am not sure, but I would think they are fairly similar. The good news is that you are likely getting better traction since this is a summer tire.

    My main concern would be the inability to use these tires in < 40F temperatures safely, which is an issue in your climate.
     
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    Very true.
     
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    Ford dealers have $100 off . So , called a local parts department and can get the Avid Ascend for $97 each before deducting $25 of the $100 discount making them $72 each before tax . The mount and balance is $65 or a bit more . The Bridgestone were not part of the sale through Ford .
     
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    With the current gas prices with a 2-3 mpg increase with
    the Michelin Energy Saver tires you will save about
    $ 200.00 over the life of the tire, (65,000 - 70,000).

    This is something to consider when buying tires. Remember
    there is a good chance gas will be over $4.00 per gallon
    for the next few years or so. When gas goes over
    $5.00 per gallon (not if but when), you will save
    even more money.
     
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    Michelin Defender information added. It is now available at retailers. :)
     
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    Not available in our size for a 2011 base model Fit :rolleyes: . Same size as the "C" and 2012 Yaris . Maybe in time . Oh , the sale through Ford ends May 31st .