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Toyota Yaris continues to underwhelm in hatchback category
YONKERS, N.Y., March 22, 2012 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- With its nimble handling and well-equipped cabin, the Kia Rio EX outpointed the Hyundai Accent and Chevrolet Sonic as the top rated subcompact sedan in Consumer Reports' latest tests.
The Rio's hatchback version scored lower, but sits firmly in third place behind the previously tested and higher-rated Honda Fit and Nissan Versa SL among the subcompact hatchbacks tested with automatic transmissions.
"Subcompact cars were once collectively known as 'penalty boxes' for their noisiness, rudimentary interiors, uncomfortable rides, and weak performance. But now improved redesigns, combined with affordable prices and impressive fuel economy, make a number of subcompact models good all-around choices for people looking to stretch their budget," said David Champion, senior director of Consumer Reports Auto Test Center in East Haddam, Connecticut.
Choosing the right tread for the road ahead can make the difference between a close call and disaster.
Your safety, comfort and vehicle’s performance depend on what and where you drive just as much the rubber that gets you there.
After testing more than 150 kinds of car, truck and SUV tires, with up to a dozen sets of each put to pavement, pot holes and patches of ice, snow and rain water Consumer Reports has narrowed down the best in nine categories for 2012.
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Tires were tested for dry and wet braking, cornering, snow and ice traction, ride, comfort, tire noise, tread life and the rolling resistance that affects gas mileage.
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best rated tires for 2000 porsche boxster?
Mar 22, 2009 by Robert W | Posted in Porsche
I own a 2003 Boxster, which came stock with 18's and Michelin Pilot Sport tires. I was able to get 30,000 miles out of them, but I didn't go to the track. I did drive the car pretty hard, but I didn't abuse the tires. I don't want to dump $1,200 for a set of tires. I got a flat that couldn't be repaired and since the tires were pretty worn, I purchased a set of Dunlop Direzza Sport Star Spec tires - I saved about $400 instead of buying the Michelin's. The Dunlop's are definitely softer and I can feel the tire tread moving as I corner hard. I don't like the feeling, but they do stick incredibly well. I also think the Dunlop's may only last 15,000 miles vs the 30,000+ out of the Pilots. Even though the Dunlop's are stickier, I feel the Pilots are perfect for the Boxster. I feel much more confident when I push the car hard. In the rain, the Pilots are amazing - 130 mph without a worry. Though I did push the Dunlop's to 120 in a pretty heavy rain storm last month and they held. I just didn't feel the confidence again.
If you have 17's, I'm not sure what would be the best. I do know that the Pilots are my favorite for my Boxster.
Greg K | Mar 25, 2009
Get on the "Tire Rack" web-site. They carry all brand tires that are worth buying, at great discounts. Also, if you learn how to negotiate their webpage, you will see actual comparison tests of nearly all seignificant tires FOR YOUR CAR!!! Happy hunting!!
Robert M | Mar 22, 2009
"Best" is a tricky issue with tires. In order to do one thing well, another must be compromised, so you will not find a tire that provides maximum possible grip under all conditions, lasts a long time, and provides a quiet comfortable ride. So just what do you consider "best?"
The tires that provide that absolute best performance will not be street legal, and the ones that provide the best performance while being street legal will not really be practical for street use as they will be heavily compromised in their ability to work in conditions other than on dry pavement (and also by the number of effective heat cycles they will run, etc)... but nonetheless, the Hoosier R6 is likely the "best" tire if you are talking about pure possible performance in a street legal package. The Hoosier A6 is possibly a little better, but would likely be too soft for a car as heavy as the Boxster for anything other than very short sprints (less than a mile). The Kuhmo V710 deserves mention too as it fits nicely between the A6 and R6, and it's ability to work at wider slip angles than the Hoosier can make it an easier tire to drive (though still lacking in the Hoosier's absolute ability; other tires here would be the BFG R1, Avon R-A).
Stepping down a level in performance, you have tires that still provide great performance and will not last long or provide much in the way of a comfortable ride, but they will work better under different road conditions (Toyo R888, Kuhmo V700, Yokohama Advan 048, etc). Though again, most of these will not last much longer than the first group, and will be problemtatic to use for prolonged street use due to the manner in which they will heat cycle (though silicia based compounds like the old Toyo RA1 have shown to be both long lived and work well through repeated cycles). These tires will work on the street for at least short periods and provide excellent performance.
Moving the next step down in terms of maximum performance you'll find your street tires aimed for maximum grip in dry weather (that are still compromised to a level of general usability). These tires will last much longer than the heat cycle sensitive R-Compounds, but still well under 10k miles for most. And while quieter and softer riding than the previously menioned tires, they will be much harsher than anyone used to touring tires might accept... but they do offer very good grip and are at least usable in conditions other than dry weather. Tires examples here will be Bridgestone RE01R and RE-11, Dunlop Direzza Z1, Pirelli P-Zero, Michelin PS2).
And just bellow these we have a selection of tires that provide a little more wear and/or comfort (Bridgestone RE050A Pole Position for example) or near performance levels for much less money (Kumho Ecsta MX). You will most likely not find tires aimed for more comfort or longevity for a car like the Boxster (though ContiSports may be a possible choice which traditionally is a very comfortable tire with good wear).
So this really becomes a question of what you consider most important to determine what is "best." The Hoosier or a V710 will outperform other options, but would likely need monthly replacement under normal driving and work only in the dry. Most will look at tires like the RE-01R or PS2 as being well suited in terms of performance level and still being usable... though a little below that can be attractive as well.
Paul S | Mar 23, 2009
what tires are the rated best for a car with 500 horsepower?
Mar 14, 2011 by Sarah | Posted in Ford
its a 98 mustang cobra w/a kenny bell supercharger and would like a Z rated tire 17" no matter the cost
It's "Kenne" Bell not "Kenny". And it what you plan to do with the car will factory greatly into which tires are appropriate. BFG KDW2's are decent all around. If you have 500 HP, then it would behoove you get some wider rear wheels to accommodate wider rear tires.
fodaddy19 | Mar 15, 2011
Depends on what you're planning to run on.
Ozomba | Mar 14, 2011
Does not matter about the hp, it depends on what you plan on doing with it. The best tires are what you like and can afford
talon0325 | Mar 15, 2011
slap on some racing slicks and put it on the drag strip
Storm5532 | Mar 15, 2011
It would help to know if this is a track car or a road car? Either way id look into some compainies, BFG, bridgestone, mickey thompson(for drags), and other brands.
Matt | Mar 15, 2011
if you run the strip often i'd get a set of slicks and another for street use. for street use i suggest bfg's g-force (like fodaddy also suggested) or even the g force drag radials, you'll still have outstanding traction in dry weather but you'll also have enough grooves evacuating water to prevent hydroplaning during wet weather. if you really dont care about water and dont drive it daily then slap on the ET street radials from mickeythompson and use em for both
Mark | Mar 16, 2011
Best brand for new tires?
Apr 29, 2008 by Luiggy | Posted in Maintenance & Repairs
I need to buy tires (all 4) for my 07 honda Civic EX. I've talked to people and they say that Michelin are pretty good tires to buy. Should i trust that? which tires rate best?
i was looking online and the tires that are recommended are: Michelin Primacy MX4V (HR rated). at $133 dollars a tire from discounttire.com
should i buy or no?
go ahead, it seems like a good deal. but remember you have to pay extra to have them balance and put on.
pelanaito3000 | Apr 29, 2008
i would go with cooper cobras
the are a little bit on the expensive side but they are a good hard compound tire that last forever and they do great in the rain and snow....
chelle B | Apr 29, 2008
I had good luck with Michelins and Kuhmo brand tires.
mkuonen | Apr 29, 2008
Forget the term "best" because there is no such thing. There may be a "best" tire for you but there no "best" tire out there for everyone. It all depends on what your priorities are and what you want your tires to be able to do for you. Do you value: performance? traction? snow capabilities? longevity? cost? etc. No one tire will be best in all of these categories so you have to choose what is most important to you and judge which tire best meets those values.
Jay P | Apr 29, 2008
Best tires for Mercedes S 550?
May 24, 2010 by ltb1950 | Posted in Mercedes-Benz
I'm looking for the best 400 rated tires to run on my Mercedes S 550. The original tires are a joke they just don't last. My size's are offset bigger in the back than in the front. They are 19" both front and rear but are wider in the back
Your choices are very limited because most tires in the 245/40 and 275/35R19's are manufactured for high performance first. Longevity...somewhere close to the bottom of the list.
I know Michelin makes the Pilot Sport A/S or the Continental Extreme Contact DWS is another long-life, low-profile tire. Just keep in mind that going to harder rubber compounds for extended tire life generally decreases the performance capabilities of a tire. The tires likely will not handle as well, braking distances will likely increase and acceleration will likely also be slower simply because the tires won't have the same grip as a softer rubber compound.
Bandit-05 | May 25, 2010
**Best** Rated all-season Tires...???
Dec 17, 2007 by Jeff James | Posted in Safety
I have a 2002 nissan altima (looking for $70-$95)
(I drive about 100 miles a day and live in NY/Long Island where we get moderate snows)
Get the cooper all seasons I have them on my car and they work great in the snow, ice & water.
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