Really Impressed with New Tires
11-29-11, 04:58 AM
#1
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
Join Date: May 2010
Location: NoVA 703
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Really Impressed with New Tires
Just replaced the junk OEM Dunlops (Noisy and only lasted 24K) with the newly released Continental CrossContact LX20 with EcoPlus Technology I found at tire rack. (285/50/20)
I wasn't expecting much but wow what a difference! Here are a few things that have improved.
1. Road Noise - These tires are Really quiet. It's the first thing I noticed after picking up the car.
They really compliment the already quiet cabin and take it to the next level.
2. Ride - A bit firmer (which I like) and handling is much more responsive.
It feels like the side walls are firmer and overall a more rigid tire.
3. Treadwear - Too early to say but here are the specs. UTQG of 680 with a treadlife warranty
of 6years/70K. I'll be happy if I get 50K+.
4. Mileage - Great, here is the proof. My best up to now was 19.2mpg with the Dunlops.
Took the pic at a signal after exiting the freeway.
5. Price - Good as well. I got them for $178/tire. (cheaper than the Dunlops or Michelins
on TR)
Just a quick review for those of you who are considering getting new tires.
I wasn't expecting much but wow what a difference! Here are a few things that have improved.
1. Road Noise - These tires are Really quiet. It's the first thing I noticed after picking up the car.
They really compliment the already quiet cabin and take it to the next level.
2. Ride - A bit firmer (which I like) and handling is much more responsive.
It feels like the side walls are firmer and overall a more rigid tire.
3. Treadwear - Too early to say but here are the specs. UTQG of 680 with a treadlife warranty
of 6years/70K. I'll be happy if I get 50K+.
4. Mileage - Great, here is the proof. My best up to now was 19.2mpg with the Dunlops.
Took the pic at a signal after exiting the freeway.
5. Price - Good as well. I got them for $178/tire. (cheaper than the Dunlops or Michelins
on TR)
Just a quick review for those of you who are considering getting new tires.
12-03-11, 05:04 PM
#3
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
Join Date: May 2010
Location: NoVA 703
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Yes, all HWY at speeds between 60-75mph. Also, 10% above recommended tire pressure of 33psi.
It seems I'm getting about 5% better mpg all around.
It seems I'm getting about 5% better mpg all around.
12-04-11, 05:48 AM
#4
Driver
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: IN
Posts: 181
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
Thanks - speed makes a difference - I drive more in the 75 - 80MPH range on the HWY - getting 16 to 18MPG. Headed out of town today - will up my tire pressure a little and hold my speed to 70.
12-12-11, 02:41 AM
#6
Driver School Candidate
Thread Starter
Join Date: May 2010
Location: NoVA 703
Posts: 15
Likes: 0
Received 0 Likes
on
0 Posts
16mpg seems on the low side considering all HWY even with 4 adults. What grade gas are you using?
I must say that my car was full as well with 2 adults, 2 kids, big dog and back was full with luggage.
I must say that my car was full as well with 2 adults, 2 kids, big dog and back was full with luggage.
Last edited by Araco; 12-12-11 at 02:48 AM.
12-15-11, 03:05 PM
#7
Pole Position
16MPG would be low for me. On the Michelins at 70-75 for long periods of time I get at least 18 to 19
Trending Topics
02-16-12, 09:13 AM
#10
Pole Position
My LX570 comes back from Lexus service with 33-34psi so I called and asked. They say up to 35psi is OK but gives a little more harsh ride. They indicated that 33-34psi gives better tire wear and gas milage than the lower pressures listed in the manual.
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
2thfixr
GS - 3rd Gen (2006-2011)
4
05-28-07 10:17 PM
2855020, continental, crosscontact, ecoplus, forum, gx470, highway, lexus, lx20, lx570, review, rx350, speed, technology, tires
