Hey Jagsters,


My current Hankook V12's are due for a replacement soon. Should I stick with those or do you recommend something different. For the record my style of driving is very casual, so performance is not my priority. Instead I would rather have a comfortable ride and something I can use year round.


Thanks!

 

At 30,000 miles, I replaced my Dunlops with ...

Continental Extreme Contact DSW (Dry, Snow, Wet) 06 - Front: 255-35-ZR20
Continental Extreme Contact DSW (Dry, Snow, Wet) 06 - Rear: 285-30-ZR20

Total for all 4 Continental Extreme Contact DSW 06 tires, installed, was $1,169

I love them! Great ride, quiet and good in any weather!

 

Since I went TO Hankook Ventus V12 EVO2s from those miserable MPSS tires that nearly killed me, I've been MORE than happy in every respect. Next time I may consider the Contis, I've heard nothing but good about them. Course, the Hankooks will still be an option for me also. Nothing but good things can I say about them.

 

I found the tires you have were much sharper and sportier in feel than the Conti DW I went to.

The DW has been changed to a new style, haven't tried it.

Giving Pirrelli a go at my next change.

 

I tried the Conti DWs a few years ago and hated them so much I dumped them after a week. Went back to the Hankooks. In the past I have also run on Yokohamas I like them as well.

 

Had the Conti's and liked them except they seemed to hold the morning "flat spots" for a long time. Yokahamas seemed to sing annoyingly on some pavements and were hard to balance. I've read good things about the Firestone Firehawks and plan for a set as these Dunlops get a little thinner.

 

I have about 2000 miles on Yokohama ADVAN Sport A/S. Pretty good all around tire IMO (no snow experience though).

 

As I've posted before, I wanted to be a believer in the Continental Extreme Contact DSW 06, after reading the comments in other threads here.
But tires really cut to the core of what you like and dislike.
I was instantly disappointed in them, but found that I stopped griping by running them a bit higher in tire pressure (+4 all around).
I recently dropped them back down to door placard level, but found again this morning why I was disappointed. Running errands this morning, I took off fast from a full stop, making a hard left, and it felt like the tires were not going to hold the corner, rolling under the rim. The sidewall is not firm enough for me (running 20" wheels, so there's not much sidewall to start with).
Need to re-inflate them to +4 again.

Before I bought the tires, I had recommended them (based on views here) to a friend, who was looking for something to put on his new Miata. He bought them, and loved them. He wanted to get the same for his new Porsche (trading in the Miata), but was disappointed that they don't make the tire in the size he needs for that car.

You'll need to judge for yourself, what works best for your driving style.

 

The MPSS is grest for track day use not so god on road as high wear rate.
I recently added a set of the new Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S all round and have been very impressed by this tyre in both wet and dry. The tyre is also much quieter in general noise levels and better wear over the MPSS.
Pretty much loved by all testers.

 

I agree. I purchased Michelin Pilot Sport 4S about 4-5k miles ago and have been blown away with the performance. Dry grip is incredible on my XKR, and they still do great in the rain!

 

You could try Kumho PS91 or or the Firestone Indy's if you are not worried about speed ratings. Both are low cost and offer decent performance but are dedicated summer tires. I use Pilot sport Cup 2's and they really stick like glue. Drive my car year round also. Not so hot in the cold but awesome for three seasons in NC

 

I've put in March Pirelli P Zero with J marking ( marking from Jaguar)
Pirelli 275/35 R19 P Zero 96Y
Pirelli 245/40 R19 P-Zero 94Y

Very good.
I had Vredestein and the wear was too much

 

That rolling feeling you described was what I immediately disliked about them.

 

Went with the Conti. DWS 06 after a rear Dunlop flat. After going through a lot of reviews the Conti's looked like the type of tire I was looking for . My driving is that of sunny day cruising or trips to visit friends. So I was looking for a smooth , quiet and 3 season tire. This one fit the bill and has lived up to my expectations. They are not track tires so if you are looking for that then go to a different brand. They are a good all around driving tire in my book.

 

Aug 2017 Car and Driver gave this order: (1 being best)
5. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3
4. Hankook Ventus V12 EV02
3. Pirelli P Zero
2. Continental Extreme-Contact Sport
1. Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S

(I don't have any of those....)

WRAIR

 

Continental Extreme Contact DSW 06 A/S - Front: 255-35-ZR20
Continental Extreme Contact DSW 06 A/S - Rear: 285-30-ZR20

Total for all 4 Continental Extreme Contact DSW 06 tires, installed, was $864 here in New Mexico at my local Discount Tire store a national tire chain. In some states, Discount Tire is known as America's Tire.

 

I had the Dunlops on standard 20 inch Kalimnos on my XK-R.
Changed the wheels for a set of Vulcans slightly wider as per XK-RS, which is what I fitted the 4 S tyres too.

 

best summer tire......

 

Sorry; left "summer" out.
Important point - good catch, shemp!

 

Tire Rack has a set of 4 19" Conti DSW 06s for $767 with a rebate.