Pls help me choose New Tyres for my Mk7 GTI PP

[jdw]

The time has come for some new boots - and I'm overwhelmed by choice

Based on trawling around this forum and other tyre review places, I've got a short list that are all similarly-priced (~$300ea) and thought I'd post here to get final opinions/advice:

- Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetrical 3
- ContiSportContact 5p
- Dunlop Sport Maxx GT
- Michelin Pilot Sport 4S

I'm leaning towards the Goodyears, as they seem to be the best mix of performance and comfort. Or do i push the boat out and get the Michelins (which cost and extra $50ea)

ps ive got the standard PP 19" wheels, tyre size 225/35ZR19

My Bob Jane suggested Pirelli Dragon Sport for my GTI PP ( I have 19 x 8.5 Oz Racing wheels so I am going to try 245/35/19 this time).
Does anyone have thoughts on those tyres ?

[BenT]

I’m gonna be “that” guy who suggests something not on your list:
Bridgestone RE003s. Bloody good grip and longevity.


Ben

Current
2015 Polo GTI manual
2018 Golf GTI Original manual

Previous
2014 Polo GTI DSG
2013 Golf GTI DSG
2006 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup manual
2006 Golf GTI manual
2005 Golf 2.0 TSI manual
2001 Astra SRi manual
2000 Pulsar SSS manual
1999 Astra CD auto
1998 Pulsar SLX auto
1991 Pulsar GL manual
1981 Subaru Leone auto

[LibraR]

Pilot Sport 4S will be the best improvement you could make. I replaced the contis on my R with them and the improvement was significant. So much more feel and grip. Best performance tyre you can buy for the road to get decent mileage I think!

[Splashalot]

My Bob Jane suggested Pirelli Dragon Sport for my GTI PP ( I have 19 x 8.5 Oz Racing wheels so I am going to try 245/35/19 this time).
Does anyone have thoughts on those tyres ?

Aren't they one of Pirelli's budget line tyres? Best avoided, I'd suggest. FWIW I've just replaced my new GTI's Bridgestone S001 with Michelin Pilot Sport 4. A dramatic improvement in steering feel and response, wet grip stability and traction. If the PS4s is an improvement on the PS4, it would be a no-brainer choice.

[nickSFC]

found this video, first half of it gave a good overview of a few of the choices on my list (as well as one of the others one my supplier recommended, Falken FK510, which were only $225)

11 of the best tyres for the 2018 summer - Tyre Reviews

But yea, based on things i've read, the Michelin's sound the bizness theyre getting installed tomorrow morning, looking forward to it

[LibraR]

If the PS4s is an improvement on the PS4, it would be a no-brainer choice.

They are and it is... 👍

[jdw]

I’m gonna be “that” guy who suggests something not on your list:
Bridgestone RE003s. Bloody good grip and longevity.


Ben

Current
2015 Polo GTI manual
2018 Golf GTI Original manual

Previous
2014 Polo GTI DSG
2013 Golf GTI DSG
2006 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup manual
2006 Golf GTI manual
2005 Golf 2.0 TSI manual
2001 Astra SRi manual
2000 Pulsar SSS manual
1999 Astra CD auto
1998 Pulsar SLX auto
1991 Pulsar GL manual
1981 Subaru Leone auto

Ben are the Bridgestones quiet ?

[BenT]

Ben are the Bridgestones quiet ?

They’re not silent but I’ve had much noisier tyres.


Ben

Current
2015 Polo GTI manual
2018 Golf GTI Original manual

Previous
2014 Polo GTI DSG
2013 Golf GTI DSG
2006 RenaultSport Megane 225 Cup manual
2006 Golf GTI manual
2005 Golf 2.0 TSI manual
2001 Astra SRi manual
2000 Pulsar SSS manual
1999 Astra CD auto
1998 Pulsar SLX auto
1991 Pulsar GL manual
1981 Subaru Leone auto

[Bladesg]

Anyone been through a set of PS4? Are they quiet (when new and with wear) and how many kms did they survive?

[Mattlock]

Pilot Sport 4S will be the best improvement you could make. I replaced the contis on my R with them and the improvement was significant. So much more feel and grip. Best performance tyre you can buy for the road to get decent mileage I think!

Yep. I did the same. PS4s are awesome worth every cent.




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