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Tires for a 2011 Prius

Discussion in 'Gen 3 Prius Main Forum' started by dr_rock, Sep 29, 2015.

  1. dr_rock

    dr_rock Junior Member

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    I need new tires for my 2011 Prius, Model 3. What are the best, efficient, recommended by members? I've thought about Michelin Energy A/S. It does snow in Philadelphia so wet/snow traction is also a consideration.
     
    #1 dr_rock, Sep 29, 2015
  2. B. Roberts

    B. Roberts Hypah Milah! Ayuh.

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    Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, and Yokohama LRR all seasons are good in 15" size. Go to TireRack and read their reviews, some are helpful. I had Yokohama Avid Ascend OEM 195/65 15 on my Prius for the first 54,0000 miles and couldn't complain about their snow or rain performance. Durability blew me away for an OEM offering. Got a little noisy (not horribly loud) as tread got really close to wear bars. They wore very evenly. No flat spots or wobbles.

    I switched to 17 inch Prius wheels and stuck a set of Pirelli Cinturato P7 all season LRR... extremely nice riding and performing tire. Used 205/50 17 size. MPGs 52-54 after about 1,000 to 2,000 miles. At 10,000 miles showing no wear. Still very quiet.
     
    #2 B. Roberts, Sep 29, 2015
  3. dr_rock

    dr_rock Junior Member

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    Thanks for the information; appreciate it. I'll do some checking to find the best price. I was thinking the Michelins would be top of the line, but I'll look at Bridgestone, etc. as well.
     
    #3 dr_rock, Sep 29, 2015
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    Heard lots of great reviews about Citurato P7, perfect if you want to keep it whole year round. Or check out Bridgestone Blizzaks as dedicated winter tire.
     
    #4 lifehouse, Sep 30, 2015
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