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As title, car is a 2016 4wd and currently fitted with Bridgestone 225/50R18 99W. I need to replace two tyres or four if deemed necessary due to the 4wd. Two of them have at least 6mm. but although the other two still have 4mm. of depth they have cracks appearing around the edge of the treads.
Anyone have experience of other brands and could I mix a different brand with the two that have 6mm.(obviously new tyres on the same axle). I am aware of all the thoughts about the 4wd on these cars and that it seems that they must be star rated. I do not want budget tyres but by the same token I need value for money with a decent brand. The car is mainly used on rural pot holed roads plus some motorway work, and gentle off road ocassionally.
Thanks, and I look forward to your thoughts.
Anyone have experience of other brands and could I mix a different brand with the two that have 6mm.(obviously new tyres on the same axle). I am aware of all the thoughts about the 4wd on these cars and that it seems that they must be star rated. I do not want budget tyres but by the same token I need value for money with a decent brand. The car is mainly used on rural pot holed roads plus some motorway work, and gentle off road ocassionally.
Thanks, and I look forward to your thoughts.
I wouldnt worriy about star marking.
The main issue is the difference between tyres. BMW states 2mm on a single axle, and 3mm front to rear axle, as this can cause damage to the drive system.
Do you need/want run flats, or are you planning on using standard tyres? If the latter, plenty of tyre reviews like bild, which will provide pros & cons at different price points. Cheaper tyres, are not always the cheapest longterm option if they wear quickly.
The main issue is the difference between tyres. BMW states 2mm on a single axle, and 3mm front to rear axle, as this can cause damage to the drive system.
Do you need/want run flats, or are you planning on using standard tyres? If the latter, plenty of tyre reviews like bild, which will provide pros & cons at different price points. Cheaper tyres, are not always the cheapest longterm option if they wear quickly.
cjb44 said:
As title, car is a 2016 4wd and currently fitted with Bridgestone 225/50R18 99W. I need to replace two tyres or four if deemed necessary due to the 4wd. Two of them have at least 6mm. but although the other two still have 4mm. of depth they have cracks appearing around the edge of the treads.
Anyone have experience of other brands and could I mix a different brand with the two that have 6mm.(obviously new tyres on the same axle). I am aware of all the thoughts about the 4wd on these cars and that it seems that they must be star rated. I do not want budget tyres but by the same token I need value for money with a decent brand. The car is mainly used on rural pot holed roads plus some motorway work, and gentle off road ocassionally.
Thanks, and I look forward to your thoughts.
xDrive - stick with OEM sizes and replace all 4, for peace of mindAnyone have experience of other brands and could I mix a different brand with the two that have 6mm.(obviously new tyres on the same axle). I am aware of all the thoughts about the 4wd on these cars and that it seems that they must be star rated. I do not want budget tyres but by the same token I need value for money with a decent brand. The car is mainly used on rural pot holed roads plus some motorway work, and gentle off road ocassionally.
Thanks, and I look forward to your thoughts.
No need for star-marked as stated above; plenty of folk running non RFTs, non star marked tyres on xDrive cars with zero issues
Check tyrereviews.co.uk for just that and Camskill for best prices (just get them delivered and fitted locally for £beertokens)
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