Best SUV Tyre for 2024

[Lucas_R]

Thanks mate. With the current BF 50% Off Sale, going to pull the trigger tomorrow on either:

- Pirelli Scorpion Verde S-I XL 101V - $302 each

- Continental ContiSportContact 5P (MO) - $290 each

Id go for the Continental out of those 2x choices. The Pirelli is an eco tyre so although it will likely last longer, it will sacrifice overall grip to give a lower rolling resistance and longer life.

The Continental is the more sporty tyre of the two, and will have better grip in both wet and dry conditions. But wont last as long as the Pirelli's as a result of the better grip and handling.

[FastMitch]

Id go for the Continental out of those 2x choices. The Pirelli is an eco tyre so although it will likely last longer, it will sacrifice overall grip to give a lower rolling resistance and longer life.

The Continental is the more sporty tyre of the two, and will have better grip in both wet and dry conditions. But wont last as long as the Pirelli's as a result of the better grip and handling.

Based on the Treadwear / Fuel Efficiency / Silence Ratings, I went for the Pirelli 'Scorpion Verde Seal XL' ... BF 50% special
... (not sure what XL stands for ??)

I couldn't ignore the Treadwear rating of 400 vs 240

If the Bridgestone Turanza were on special, probably would have gone for those but they were $700+ at MyCar ...ouch!

[petemac110]

... (not sure what XL stands for ??)

It usually means that the tyre has a higher load rating (extra load).

[BeigeJet]

"I couldn't ignore the Treadwear rating of 400 vs 240"

This is one attribute that does not get much airplay here in OZ.

For those of us wanting some longevity from a set of tyres, getting a higher treadwear rating is the way to go but also knowing full well that treadwear is a trade off with grip.

I personally am happy to trade off as the 235/50/19 size tyres on my Tig are quite expensive due to availability as it is not a common size at present.

[FastMitch]

It usually means that the tyre has a higher load rating (extra load).

Thanks mate, makes sense.

Q: If I am only replacing the front 2 tyre (rears are ok), is it worth paying extra for the 'wheel alignment' or is that a gimmick?

[BeigeJet]

Thanks mate, makes sense.

Q: If I am only replacing the front 2 tyre (rears are ok), is it work paying extra for the 'wheel alignment' or is that a gimmick?

If there is irregular wear on the fronts now then yes I'd personally get an alignment


I rotate my tyres every 10,000k and only get an alignment if the wear is uneven across the thread face on either or both tyres.

[FastMitch]

If there is irregular wear on the fronts now then yes I'd personally get an alignment


I rotate my tyres every 10,000k and only get an alignment if the wear is uneven across the thread face on either or both tyres.

Thanks, that helps. Wear is even across the front and rears.

[BeigeJet]

Is the 'Seal' on those Pirelli's mean they are a self sealing tyre?

The Hankook's on my Tig have the self sealing compound and are not a readily available so I'm dreading the expense if something goes wrong with one at the low mileage have have done on the set.

[BeigeJet]

Thanks, that helps. Wear is even across the front and rears.

Good to hear.

I'd balance tyres only then.

[FastMitch]

Is the 'Seal' on those Pirelli's mean they are a self sealing tyre?

The Hankook's on my Tig have the self sealing compound and are not a readily available so I'm dreading the expense if something goes wrong with one at the low mileage have have done on the set.

Yes, the Seal on the Pirelli's are the self-healing 'black gooey' stuff that is on the inside of the tyre.

I have them on the Conti 5 that are currently on my Tig and when I got a nail, all they did was pull out the nail and push some of the black gooey stuff into the hole as the repair.

Having said that, I would have preferred to get the Pirelli's with the 'sound foam' on the inside of the tyre that makes the car quieter to drive than the Seal version.