Alfa Giulia Quadrifoglio - Tyre Choices?
Discussion
GarethRR said:
Hi Guys,
time to change my tyres for the first time - just checking in how you are getting on - PS2s or stay with the Corsa? Everyday spirited driving, Summer/winter and the odd track day.
Cheers
Gareth
I use Goodyear F1 Eagle SuperSport and they work well in wet and cold, much better than the Coras. time to change my tyres for the first time - just checking in how you are getting on - PS2s or stay with the Corsa? Everyday spirited driving, Summer/winter and the odd track day.
Cheers
Gareth
After squeezing 13,000 out of my second set of Pirellis (the fronts especially were completely finished) I've bitten the bullet and gone to the MPS4S - 255/295 as mentioned by previous posters. So far I've only done motorway/autobahn
work but I've noticed they seem a little more quiet, and so far the dreaded low-speed full lock skipping appears to have gone 
I very much recommend Queens Park Tyres in Billericay incidentally, they got them very quickly, did a nice job fitting them, and as a bonus the Michelins were around 20% cheaper than the Corsas!
A final point: it seems a number of tyre suppliers are under the impression that fitting non-OE tyres may affect insurance. As a double-check I called my broker who says this is not the case, they're much more concerned that there are good quality, correctly-rated tyres fitted.
More news as it's made...
I switched to 255 & 295 MPS4S and they have been amazing, the grip is epic even in the wet. But at 1c with some ice on the roads they are dangerous. They don't rub in the arches either.
I've just switched to Pilot Sport Alpin's and still breaking them in. I'll report back once I've driven them a few more miles.
I've just switched to Pilot Sport Alpin's and still breaking them in. I'll report back once I've driven them a few more miles.
Wow, need to change my rears at 6k---bald in middle. The pressure the car came with was 39psi, and perhaps like a mug I just accepted this. Whilst I have driven in a spirited manner quite a bit, I have also put on a load of miles motorway/ and driving in "A"-ye I am ashamed.
So the consensus seems to be Michelin Pilots are good, but also, what tyre pressures are you all running?
So the consensus seems to be Michelin Pilots are good, but also, what tyre pressures are you all running?
Mcglatch said:
Wow, need to change my rears at 6k---bald in middle. The pressure the car came with was 39psi, and perhaps like a mug I just accepted this. Whilst I have driven in a spirited manner quite a bit, I have also put on a load of miles motorway/ and driving in "A"-ye I am ashamed.
So the consensus seems to be Michelin Pilots are good, but also, what tyre pressures are you all running?
As with smarty156 I have gone with OEM recommendations on the pressures. Not least because the TPMS won't let you go any lower :-DSo the consensus seems to be Michelin Pilots are good, but also, what tyre pressures are you all running?
I would observe that if you started at 39 and drove enthusiastically, the pressures would likely have ended up awffy high indeed! I've kept an eye on mine during a drive and they climb 10-20% from cold start if you're enjoying yourself.
My attempt at a Tyre Review of the Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport with comparison to the Pirelli P Zero Corsa AR.
Can be read in a nasal voice if you wish!! .
N.B The Goodyear is not to be confused with the older Eagle F1 Asymetric, this is a new slightly more focussed tyre above that one in the Goodyear lineup.
I’ve now done 300 or so miles with these new tyres fitted to my Quadrifoglio.
Previously I’ve done 34,000 Miles on two sets of P Zero Corsa AR tyres with Michelin Alpin PA4 fitted for 4 months of Winter.
I thought I’d compare my impressions of these compared to the Corsa’s.
Both are the same size and same recommended tyre pressures were used.
My old set of Corsa’s had 2-3mm of tread left on them and I changed them slightly early as I felt they had slightly gone “off”.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric
Pros:
• Outstanding Traction, better than the Pirelli even on a hot day. Much better on a colder or wetter day.
• Huge Levels of Grip
• Competitive pricing, circa £650 a set, the Corsa comes in at circa £960 or more for a set!
• Next to no scrubbing or skipping on full lock.
• More Sure footed and seem to warm up quicker
Cons:
• More fidgety ride (fairly confident this is the case)
• Slightly more road noise (even though the db. sound rating for the tyre is the same or less as Corsa)
• Turn feel in is not as good.
• Misses the last 5-10% of excitement/interaction compared to the Pirelli.
For me the defining feature of this car has always been the steering.
Unfortunately with the Goodyear I don’t get that lovely feeling that the car is turned in with the front end really keyed into the bend and the car pivoting/darting sharply into the corner. This is most noticeable in Dynamic Mode with Bumpy Road/softer damping engaged; this is the mode I drive in most for fun. Having the car in dynamic and without soft dampener settings seems to get the Goodyear closer to, but still not as good as the Pirelli, but then you get a the stiffer ride which is not so good on a bumpy back road.
So, in conclusion I’m impressed with the Goodyear but I’m missing the magic of the P Zero Corsa. I do really love the traction of the Goodyear though.
If I had to have one set of Tyres all year round I would probably go for the Goodyear (or of course the Michelin) but if you have winter tyres then the Corsa is the one.
I think it really shows that the car was developed with them on; it works so well with the car, providing you don’t take too many liberties if the tyres are cold.
So next time I’ll gulp at the price and order another set of Pirellis.
I was going to order Michelin but after watching a review describing the Goodyear as more “playful” than the Michelin and with the reasonable pricing it was certainly worth trying.
I have a track day booked at the end of the Month, will be interesting to see how the Goodyear’s fare, the Corsa is arguably prone to overheating/heavy wear on track – somewhat ironic given the “Corsa” name.
Can be read in a nasal voice if you wish!! .
N.B The Goodyear is not to be confused with the older Eagle F1 Asymetric, this is a new slightly more focussed tyre above that one in the Goodyear lineup.
I’ve now done 300 or so miles with these new tyres fitted to my Quadrifoglio.
Previously I’ve done 34,000 Miles on two sets of P Zero Corsa AR tyres with Michelin Alpin PA4 fitted for 4 months of Winter.
I thought I’d compare my impressions of these compared to the Corsa’s.
Both are the same size and same recommended tyre pressures were used.
My old set of Corsa’s had 2-3mm of tread left on them and I changed them slightly early as I felt they had slightly gone “off”.
Eagle F1 Asymmetric
Pros:
• Outstanding Traction, better than the Pirelli even on a hot day. Much better on a colder or wetter day.
• Huge Levels of Grip
• Competitive pricing, circa £650 a set, the Corsa comes in at circa £960 or more for a set!
• Next to no scrubbing or skipping on full lock.
• More Sure footed and seem to warm up quicker
Cons:
• More fidgety ride (fairly confident this is the case)
• Slightly more road noise (even though the db. sound rating for the tyre is the same or less as Corsa)
• Turn feel in is not as good.
• Misses the last 5-10% of excitement/interaction compared to the Pirelli.
For me the defining feature of this car has always been the steering.
Unfortunately with the Goodyear I don’t get that lovely feeling that the car is turned in with the front end really keyed into the bend and the car pivoting/darting sharply into the corner. This is most noticeable in Dynamic Mode with Bumpy Road/softer damping engaged; this is the mode I drive in most for fun. Having the car in dynamic and without soft dampener settings seems to get the Goodyear closer to, but still not as good as the Pirelli, but then you get a the stiffer ride which is not so good on a bumpy back road.
So, in conclusion I’m impressed with the Goodyear but I’m missing the magic of the P Zero Corsa. I do really love the traction of the Goodyear though.
If I had to have one set of Tyres all year round I would probably go for the Goodyear (or of course the Michelin) but if you have winter tyres then the Corsa is the one.
I think it really shows that the car was developed with them on; it works so well with the car, providing you don’t take too many liberties if the tyres are cold.
So next time I’ll gulp at the price and order another set of Pirellis.
I was going to order Michelin but after watching a review describing the Goodyear as more “playful” than the Michelin and with the reasonable pricing it was certainly worth trying.
I have a track day booked at the end of the Month, will be interesting to see how the Goodyear’s fare, the Corsa is arguably prone to overheating/heavy wear on track – somewhat ironic given the “Corsa” name.
Edited by urquattroGus on Friday 10th July 22:13
So I pick up my new Quad this weekend, it's fitted with new Corsas.
I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
Edited by Althalus on Tuesday 11th August 19:47
The Corsas in my view aren’t as lethal as made out, but you do need to make sure they have warmed up a little if it’s really cold.
I’ve gone on v well with Michelin Alpin Tyres and simply get them swapped over to the same rims.
I’m not sure there are many other wheels that fit, one guy bought a second set of standard wheels. It’s just a put then on and off once a year, not a biggie in my view.
Now I have switched to from corsas to Goodyear maybe I’ll fit the winters a bit later than normal, but with this much power I think winters are advisiable if you intend to use the car in all weathers and for long trips.
I’ve gone on v well with Michelin Alpin Tyres and simply get them swapped over to the same rims.
I’m not sure there are many other wheels that fit, one guy bought a second set of standard wheels. It’s just a put then on and off once a year, not a biggie in my view.
Now I have switched to from corsas to Goodyear maybe I’ll fit the winters a bit later than normal, but with this much power I think winters are advisiable if you intend to use the car in all weathers and for long trips.
Althalus said:
So I pick up my new Quad this weekend, it's fitted with new Corsas.
I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
Bet you can't wait! What spec did you go for?I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
Edited by Althalus on Tuesday 11th August 19:47
I am due to pick mine up in a couple of weeks and am also based in the Midlands. We will have to try and organise a run out to C&M to compare initial ownership.
I think I will swapping over to Michelins in October.
Edited by A110MW on Wednesday 12th August 20:57
Althalus said:
So I pick up my new Quad this weekend, it's fitted with new Corsas.
I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
They aren't lethal - you just have to be careful like any summer tyre, RWD and five hundered horses! I survived a Yorkshire winter commuting daily on Corsas.I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
Edited by Althalus on Tuesday 11th August 19:47
Althalus said:
So I pick up my new Quad this weekend, it's fitted with new Corsas.
I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
I bought my QV last August. Quickly swapped out the Corsas as there wasn't an awful lot of tread left as it was. I went for MPSS and have been running them for the last 12 months, but the rears are now in need of changing. I'm going to be going for the Goodyear SuperSports as they get good reviews from a friend who runs a GT3 RS, so thought I'd give them a whirl. I'm happy running them for a bit, but it sounds like they'll be lethal come winter, this is my daily driver. I'm in the Midlands so it's mainly cold, ice and slush. (Though it's hard to picture in the current heat!) Are people swapping to the Michelin/Goodyear option and running all year or are most people swapping to winters? If so which winters are recommended?
I don't suppose anyone knows if third party alloys fit over the steel brake rotas? I don't like the idea of swapping tyres on and off the nice wheels twice a year.
As an aside - I'm also in the Midlands - a QV meet up at Caffeine and Machine would be good.
Thank all for the help, really useful information.
I've had alloys damaged before be swapping tyres on and off so it just makes me a bit twitched! However I agree winters are the way to go if driving all year round.
I'm absolutely up for a little meet up at c&m, it's not far from me at all.
I've had alloys damaged before be swapping tyres on and off so it just makes me a bit twitched! However I agree winters are the way to go if driving all year round.
I'm absolutely up for a little meet up at c&m, it's not far from me at all.
mustdash said:
As an aside - I'm also in the Midlands - a QV meet up at Caffeine and Machine would be good.
Thanks to contact with A110MW I can now say I'll be a Quad owner from Sept / Oct!Excited and terrified in equal measure.
I'm Midlands based too so would happily go down to C & M.
Reviving an old thread as google spits it out on search...
Being a Giulia QV owner now and as things turn colder and more grim, I’m amazed they sell they sell the corsas to the general public in Northern Europe or any other country where temperatures get below 15c. They are simply useless and downright dangerous for daily driving unless it’s the dry height of summer.
After 3k miles I’ve switched to MPS4S, 255/35/19 & 295/30/19 as many have on various forums and owners groups. So far massively impressed by the tyres, however one big issue is that under hard cornering the front left tyre audibly rubs on the car, annoyingly so. It’s not obvious where the rub is yet as I’ve only done a few short drives but there’s no way I can continue driving like this so it’s a £350 howler as I’m going straight back to MPS4S 245’s on the front. Either my car is unique and can’t take the 255 front or the drivers who have made this change don’t lean on the car enough!
Being a Giulia QV owner now and as things turn colder and more grim, I’m amazed they sell they sell the corsas to the general public in Northern Europe or any other country where temperatures get below 15c. They are simply useless and downright dangerous for daily driving unless it’s the dry height of summer.
After 3k miles I’ve switched to MPS4S, 255/35/19 & 295/30/19 as many have on various forums and owners groups. So far massively impressed by the tyres, however one big issue is that under hard cornering the front left tyre audibly rubs on the car, annoyingly so. It’s not obvious where the rub is yet as I’ve only done a few short drives but there’s no way I can continue driving like this so it’s a £350 howler as I’m going straight back to MPS4S 245’s on the front. Either my car is unique and can’t take the 255 front or the drivers who have made this change don’t lean on the car enough!
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