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Recommendations for Summer Tires?

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Fuel Economy' started by dwgsp, Apr 9, 2017.

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  1. dwgsp

    dwgsp Junior Member

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    I need new summer tires for my 2007 Touring which I got about three years ago. My current tires are Toyo Versado Eco M+S, and I have been consistently getting in the mid-40s MPG.

    I'm not looking for all-season tires, because I switch to snow tires in the winter. Any suggestions?

    Thanks!
     
    #1 dwgsp, Apr 9, 2017
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    Kevin_Denver Active Member

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    It depends of course on your priorities. To maximize fuel economy Michelin Energy Saver A/S are the best, but are a bit more expensive than other tires. Bridgestone ep422 is also popular as it's usually significantly cheaper than the Michelins, but will provide fuel economy only a couple percent lower. If handling and noise are important, than take a look at the tires on Tirerack in the right size, as they thoroughly test handling and braking characteristics.
     
    #2 Kevin_Denver, Apr 10, 2017
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    People don't use, for the most part, "summer tires," anymore.

    Get a decent set of all-seasons and call it good. Lots of threads on here about tires. Have a go at it.
     
    #3 Stevewoods, Apr 11, 2017
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