Tires

[bobmarley421]

Wondering if anyone has some good suggestions for a 20" tire that has a good combination of handling and comfort? So far the Hankook Ventus V12 look to be a good choice budget wise or the Continential ExtremeContact DW.

 

[TTMaxx]

I can offer some insight as I have owned both. I have the Hankooks on our SUV and they have performed well through 8 months of use. Good handling and a good profile if styling is important.

I put a set of the Comtinentals on my Honda Accord a few months before I traded it for the Genny. The handling in the snow was like night and day from the Michellins that came on the car. I did not care for the side profile. They were sort of round on the sides, however I am certain this accounted for the improvement in handling.

Both are great tires to choose from.

Good luck!

 

[scottdk]

I have the Conti DW's on mine, and really like them. Sticky, super quiet ride, and smooth ride. Look at the tread pattern and you'll understand why right away. So far, the most impressive tire I've ever had. I also have heard the Bridgestone Potenza S-04 Pole positions are a great tire as well. They come on the RSpec if the car has the "summer tire" option.

 

[bobmarley421]

Thanks guys for the replies. As far as the winter aspect of the tire its irrelevant seeing im in SUNNY Florida. We get a month or so of sub 40 degree weather and thats about it for cold. I did notice the Continetials tread pattern resembles the Michelin Sports. Im most concerned about even wear and noise as I will be running a staggered setup which leaves me with only being able to rotate side to side.

 

[Gunkk]

I love my Michelin Pilot Super Sports. They are directional, however, so in a staggered setup you will have to remount to rotate.