Low Rolling Resistance replacement tires: Current List

it will, give it some time.

Agree Energy Saver is probably the best compromise.. the only complains on them that they are sensitive to overinflation, reduce grip a little faster then avg tire in low temps, and in terms of grip/handling - nothing special, meh.

 

tirerack lists Ascents at 96$ and Energy A/S at $97 with $70 rebate on 4, so it is a wash more or less.

I just hate new Avids, any one I tried (touring, TRZ, S33) had that dread "balancing on the soap bar in the shower" feel for first 500-1000mi, before they break in.

Also if you don't drive alot getting 85K tire may be not such a good idea. 5 year old tires don't grip no matter how good they were new.

 

Is anyone getting in line for the Michelin Defender?

They sound like an improvement over the Hydroedge, and with the more normal tread pattern, they are likely to be less susceptible to tramlining. Rolling resistance is advertised to be slightly better than the TRZ, but the TRZ never had great rolling resistance to begin with.

I am considering a set of my friend's 09 Fit, but in the 195/60-15 size, they are $115/tire.

 

I have a 2006 Prius and I am thinking about getting the Firestone Affinity Touring. Can anyone tell me if these are good tires for a Prius or if I need to look at something else? Thank You.

 

F8L, what a wonderful piece of work. As my tires (OEM) only have less than a hundred miles, I will file the link until I need them (3 years reasonable? 8-10 K/yr.)

Thanks

 

hey F8L, my kid tears up the 422's so fast. what do you recommend in 16's that will last longer?

Where's my link bro?

 

I'm glad to report that in February of this year, I installed Kumho Ecowing tires in the front to replace the Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max stock tires with 35K miles. I kept the Hercules Raptis in the rear with 5K miles that were put on by the seller when I bought my 2010 Prius in late November of last year at 30K miles. I immediately noticed a quieter and smoother ride and better rolling resistance with the Kumho Ecowing tires. And my calculated MPG has improved 4.012% for the subsequent 5K miles with the Kumhos compared to the previous 5K miles of similar driving conditions with the Goodyears. These particular Kumhos are apparently exclusive at America's/Discount Tire Stores. They took $15 off the $98 price for each tire. The Ecowings appear to be Kumho's answer to the Michelin Energy Savers A/S, which are never seem to be available in my area.

 

The weather conditions were almost identical here in So Cal since I bought my Prius on 11/25/11. The mornings were relatively cool, same for the evenings, but I do experience higher MPG on warmer days, which have occurred from time to time before and after I replaced the stock Goodyear tires on 2/18/12. One of the tires had a nail in it. Instead of plugging it, I got the Kumho Ecowing tires at America's Tire Store. I would have gotten Michelin Energy Savers all around, but none were in stock. I drive about 450 miles each week, a large portion commuting to my office 5 or 6 times per week, 62 miles round trip. For the 4,882 miles before replacing the tires, I got 48.72 mpg, and for the subsequent 4,930 miles, I got 50.67, which results in the 4.012% increase in mileage. For the 2,685 miles six weeks before the Kumhos, I got 48.81 mpg, and for the 2,689 miles six weeks after getting the Kumhos, I got 50.07 mpg, which is a 2.581% improvement. In any case, I am happy that I ended up with the Kumho Ecowings, although I would've liked to see how the Michelin Energy Savers perform.

 

Discount Tire is offering a $100 prepaid Visa card for purchase of 4 tires or 4 rims. Sorry it's only good through May 26. Memorial day special.

 

I don't see any Falken tires on the list. It looks like a friend will be able to get me some good discounts on Falken tires. Does anyone have a recommendation for a Falken tire?

I have a stock 2006 Prius. I'm getting good mileage with the OE tires but it's time to replace them.

Thanks!

 

Thanks guys. I decided I really wanted the Conti's but just stumbled across a fantastic deal at America's Tire/Discount Tire and had to share.

They have the Bridgestone Ecopia's for $86/tire which is similar pricing to Tire Rack for the tires themselves. Then there's a $70 Bridgestone rebate which brings the total price down to equal CostCo's price. But then there's another $100 rebate from AT/DT for Labor Day (must purchase today or tomorrow), which makes these tires super cheap!!! Net cost if you decline extra warranty ends up around $300 and change!

I pulled the trigger on this deal, even though I wanted the better performance of the Conti's... gotta watch my pennies these days. If anyone's looking for a great deal, check it out.