The 215/65/15 would be a bit too big. 205/60/15 is the largest size Tire Rack lists for it. I would have thought you would get more mileage on the stock tires, but doesn't completely surprise me. Are they worn evenly? For quiet ride, treadlife and handling (in that order) I recommend the Bridgestone Turanza LS-H. Many members here use it and really like it.
basic questions
I am in the market for a set of new tires for my B5.5 V6 GLS;
-What is the largest tire I can go with the stock wheels? Would 215/65/15 fit?
-The original Continentals are pretty much gone at 34k miles. Is that normal?
-What brand and rating (size) seems to be the most prefered among Passat owners? I am looking for good handling and quite ride, not to mention long life
I am in San Francisco so I don't need special winter tires.
thanks
-What is the largest tire I can go with the stock wheels? Would 215/65/15 fit?
-The original Continentals are pretty much gone at 34k miles. Is that normal?
-What brand and rating (size) seems to be the most prefered among Passat owners? I am looking for good handling and quite ride, not to mention long life
I am in San Francisco so I don't need special winter tires.
thanks
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Clay, thanks for the tip... I checked out the review for Turanza LS-H... I also read about few others...the reviews for Turanza were not as impressive as some of the other brands/models...
anyone has any opinion on these brands/models? I am going to use the stock wheels but will replace the stock tires with 205/65/15s. Mainly looking for a smooth drive, good handling, long tread life and quite drive...well basically everything
- GoodYear Assurance Triple Tred
- Yokohama Avid H4s
- Bridgestone Turanza LS-H
- Michelin HydroEdge
- Yokohama AVS db S2
I really don't need Aquatred type of tires, besides the few months of heavy rain we get in the Bay Area, but I really like the tread design on the above GoodYear and Michelin 8)
Howmuch difference does it make T rated vs. H, I do go (occaisonally) up to 100-110 miles/hr on I-280 but not that often, don't tell CHP.
anyone has any opinion on these brands/models? I am going to use the stock wheels but will replace the stock tires with 205/65/15s. Mainly looking for a smooth drive, good handling, long tread life and quite drive...well basically everything
- GoodYear Assurance Triple Tred
- Yokohama Avid H4s
- Bridgestone Turanza LS-H
- Michelin HydroEdge
- Yokohama AVS db S2
I really don't need Aquatred type of tires, besides the few months of heavy rain we get in the Bay Area, but I really like the tread design on the above GoodYear and Michelin 8)
Howmuch difference does it make T rated vs. H, I do go (occaisonally) up to 100-110 miles/hr on I-280 but not that often,
don't tell CHP.I have one complaint about the Yokos. Its listed as an all season. Don't take it in the snow. EVER. Its literally like skating on ice (I had trouble with a 0.5% grade).
Then again, it was in a 2700 lb RWD car, but still. THEY LIE!
Then again, it was in a 2700 lb RWD car, but still. THEY LIE!
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