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Driver School Candidate
Joined: Sep 2017
Posts: 5
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From: MA
Tires for 2013 RX 450H
Looking to get 4 new tires and trying to read thru all the reviews, options, etc....
Live in the Northeast but looking for all season tires. 19"
RX came with Dunlop Grandtreks (current mileage is 31K)
Any recommendations? I have a pretty good price on Yokohama Geolander G055.....anyone else have these?
Thanks!
Live in the Northeast but looking for all season tires. 19"
RX came with Dunlop Grandtreks (current mileage is 31K)
Any recommendations? I have a pretty good price on Yokohama Geolander G055.....anyone else have these?
Thanks!
Instructor
Joined: Jun 2003
Posts: 938
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From: California
Michelin Defender LTX - did I get a good deal
I paid $843 total for 4 tires plus $70 for install. Grand total including everything like taxes, shipping, disposal fees, and etc. (no warranties or free balancing for life and stuff) was $913. Michelin LTX is a tried and true brand/model which I used 3 different times in the past. Smooth ride and great wet traction while giving up just bit on the dry breaking and at-the-limit handling.
Did I get a good deal?
Did I get a good deal?
Pole Position
Joined: Nov 2017
Posts: 357
Likes: 56
From: Texas
That is a really good deal. Especially for those tires. I Believe i paid about $850 back in 2016 for the same tires for my Highlander. Really good tires. If it is available, see if you can get the rebate send in, sometime you can get up to $100 visa gift card.
Looks like they are doing $70 rebate. https://www.discounttire.com/promoti...SAAEgIzzPD_BwE
Looks like they are doing $70 rebate. https://www.discounttire.com/promoti...SAAEgIzzPD_BwE
Pole Position
Joined: Jan 2014
Posts: 204
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From: Ont
I paid $843 total for 4 tires plus $70 for install. Grand total including everything like taxes, shipping, disposal fees, and etc. (no warranties or free balancing for life and stuff) was $913. Michelin LTX is a tried and true brand/model which I used 3 different times in the past. Smooth ride and great wet traction while giving up just bit on the dry breaking and at-the-limit handling.
Did I get a good deal?
Did I get a good deal?
in Canada at Costco they are $249 plus $16 for install
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 3
Likes: 2
From: IA
Yokohama yk740 gtx and Cooper cs5
These two tires have some decent reviews and the 10% non believers and they are obviously more affordable than the Michelin. It is a big enough investment either way to not seeking as much comment as possible.
Pit Crew
Joined: Aug 2016
Posts: 138
Likes: 27
From: Northeast
I'm running the Michelin Latitude HP all seasons currently and love them. I have used them in the winter in the past and they did decently in the snow. I do however, now run a performance snow tire in the winter.
Driver
Joined: Jul 2018
Posts: 70
Likes: 4
From: Wi
Goodyear WeatherReady Tires
Been reading some comments about these new Goodyear tires and how well they are designed for the SUV market. I’m still looking at replacing my Michelin Latitudes. I’m not sure if I should go against the majority of RX 350 owners recommendations. The Michelin brand is a highly regarded name in the tire business. Tirerack latest review on the Goodyear Weather Ready tires was very good. I know reviews are very subjective and not always reflect reality. Please share your comments.
Rookie
Joined: May 2013
Posts: 70
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From: FL
Happy with my LTX's, but they may not last that long.
I have been riding on my Michelin Premier LTX's for over two years now, and I have absolutely no complaints. However, be aware that others have reported that they will not last close to 60,000 miles. I am hoping to get 30K-40K out of mine, but others have reported even less. I still have no complaints, however.
Lead Lap
Joined: Feb 2001
Posts: 439
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From: Bay area, California
I'm replacing my oem Grandtrek tires in a few months. Got about 40K now. I've narrowed down my choices to either the Michelin LTX or Defender.
Researched both and on tirerack.com the LTX has low score on treadwear; I recall it gets a 6 out of 10 while the Defender gets 9. I'm leaning toward the Defender but it's a H rated tires instead of V-rated for LTX. Does anyone have any experience with the Defender?
Researched both and on tirerack.com the LTX has low score on treadwear; I recall it gets a 6 out of 10 while the Defender gets 9. I'm leaning toward the Defender but it's a H rated tires instead of V-rated for LTX. Does anyone have any experience with the Defender?
Rookie
Joined: Sep 2015
Posts: 50
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From: Ontario
I decided to go against the LTX for the same reason. Not sure about the defender.
I did have Michelin Latitude Touring HP as the OEM tires that came with the vehicle. They lasted about 110k km (69k miles) and were at 2/32 when I replaced them earlier this year. I don't drive hard or bank tight corners. I went with another set of Michelin Latitude Touring HP since the first set worked great.
I did have Michelin Latitude Touring HP as the OEM tires that came with the vehicle. They lasted about 110k km (69k miles) and were at 2/32 when I replaced them earlier this year. I don't drive hard or bank tight corners. I went with another set of Michelin Latitude Touring HP since the first set worked great.
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jun 2018
Posts: 3
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From: IA
I have decided on the Continental True Contact Tour as I have read some favorable reviews for SUV's including my 2013
RX450h AWD. I had almost settled on the LTX but was also concerned about tread wear AND snow performance. I will report back on my experiences...
RX450h AWD. I had almost settled on the LTX but was also concerned about tread wear AND snow performance. I will report back on my experiences...
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Jan 2015
Posts: 5
Likes: 1
From: TX
Picked Premier LTX
I have just replaced my Dunlop GrandTrek Touring A/S after 36,000 miles, 2/32nds remaining,
with Michelin Premier LTX (P235/55R19) < 101V > on a 2012 RX350 FWD.
Its only been a few weeks but I like them, and have had a much higher than usual opportunities to drive in heavy rain.
My local Discount Tire beat the Costco out the door price. I paid $782 (+ sales tax) for the 4 tires, installation, valves and lifetime balancing; no Certificates for replacement.
with Michelin Premier LTX (P235/55R19) < 101V > on a 2012 RX350 FWD.
Its only been a few weeks but I like them, and have had a much higher than usual opportunities to drive in heavy rain.
My local Discount Tire beat the Costco out the door price. I paid $782 (+ sales tax) for the 4 tires, installation, valves and lifetime balancing; no Certificates for replacement.
Last edited by glerobi; Oct 15, 2018 at 10:39 AM. Reason: them instead of than & no title
Driver School Candidate
Joined: Sep 2017
Posts: 5
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From: MA
went to Toyota and got buy 3 get 1 free deal on Yokohama Geolander G055 (19s)....with alignment, tax, etc... under $775 (plus I should get a $50 rebate from Yokohama)...beat the dealership by over $250. I did go to the dealership to see if they could come close to the Toyota deal but no dice.
Will update if any issues.....
Will update if any issues.....
Last edited by lexgman; Oct 15, 2018 at 10:54 AM.