Tire recommendations

[Bodrey]

I bought my Protege new in 2001 and it still has the stock tires on it (Bridgestone Potenzas - P195/55R15s). They're getting worn and I'll need to replace them soon. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good set of tires (brand) that give good durability and road handling? I'd rather not buy the same tires again - very expensive.

Thanks in advance,
- Bodrey

[ryder_23]

Just summer tires, all season tires?

no sure how winteres are in ontario, dunno if you use winter tires or what not

[awd]

I just bought a set of Kumho Ecsta Supra 712s 225/50/16 and I am VERY happy with them.

[RiceCake]

Kumho 711

[Hakkola]

Nokians.

[2.0turbo]

Not sure about this but I have heard good reviews. Strictly a performance tire but, ahem...Cooper has a new set of tires out that are W rated only. Supposed to be really good according to some porche guys I was talking to, well priced too. Might want to check those out unless you want all season.

[jdmakkord]

Kumho ecsta 711's

[1badPT]

Originally posted by Bodrey
I bought my Protege new in 2001 and it still has the stock tires on it (Bridgestone Potenzas - P195/55R15s). They're getting worn and I'll need to replace them soon. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good set of tires (brand) that give good durability and road handling? I'd rather not buy the same tires again - very expensive.

Thanks in advance,
- Bodrey

Durability and handling are almost direct tradeoffs - softer compounds have better grip but wear faster. Kumho's are good choices from a price perspective but the Ecsta and Ecsta Supras will wear down fairly quickly. I don't think you'll be unhappy with their handling though

[dieselpower91]

i just put Michelin Hydroedge tires on my 98 escort.

They are great tires! Not bad for the price and they have very deep tread. Not a good tire for winter mind you. But if your just looking for a summer/srping kinda tire then I definately reccomend them!!!

[chibi_chas]

yokohama AVS ES100 .

[GTS Jeff]

Originally posted by Bodrey
tires (brand) that give good durability and road handling?

no such thing. performance is inversely proportional to treadwear. all u can do is find a good compromise.

u also didnt mention anything about:

-seasonality
-wet performance
-comfort and road noise
-price range

[Bodrey]

I should have clarified a few things...

I'm looking for all season tires. Road noise is not a factor 'cuz I'll just turn up my stereo... : ) The best price I found on the tires I have now is $157 per. I'd be willing to pay up to $100 per for a good set. A lot of people have recommended the Kumho tires but 1badPT says they wear fast. Which of you are actually using the tires you're recommending on Proteges?

[GTS Jeff]

Originally posted by Bodrey
I should have clarified a few things...

I'm looking for all season tires. Road noise is not a factor 'cuz I'll just turn up my stereo... : ) The best price I found on the tires I have now is $157 per. I'd be willing to pay up to $100 per for a good set. A lot of people have recommended the Kumho tires but 1badPT says they wear fast. Which of you are actually using the tires you're recommending on Proteges?

711s are probably a better tire for u than the 712 cuz of treadwear.

[muse017]

Kumho Ecsta 711 or 12 all the way..they are awsome