V70 tyre wear - Page 2

Quentin · Jun 10th, 2009, 18:51

In my opinion the make of the tyre is a much bigger factor than the make/model of the car! Sounds like another misinformed media remark to me.
We run with Pirelli P6000s on ours, and have no real complaints, but i couldn't quote a mileage achieved, as I find that a bit 'anorak'.

Chris Parish · Jun 10th, 2009, 21:53

I think driving style is the most important factor here. Driven carefully 12-15K is possible but we mustn't forget that front wheel drive of a medium to large high powered car is always going to result in high tyre wear on the front and the rears going rotten before they wear out. Large BMW's or Mercs don't have this problem.

simonc · Jun 11th, 2009, 10:47

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Originally Posted by avtur

Gosh this sounds very poor !!!

I'm changing to V70 (late July I hope) but at present have a Land Rover Freelander 2, yes one of those gas guzzling planet destroying 4 X 4's .... NOT ... I had my first tyre change at 55,000 miles at which point all 4 tyres were changed as they were at a re-markedly similar stage of wear. I will be very disappointed if the Volvo isn't somewhere close to this ...

get real mate what big heavy powerfull(ish) front wheel drive cars front tyres last 55k? anyway one compensation is the volvo shouldnt fall apart on you like those crappy freelanders seem to be fond of doing

GavinC · Jun 11th, 2009, 10:49

In my experience, if tyre life is an over-riding priority, Michelins last a lot longer. Though other brands may offer more grip, Michelins run quietly, comfortably and grip is almost up with the very stickiest.

And Michelins are even better value for money bought and fitted at COSTCO.

Chris Parish · Jun 11th, 2009, 20:01

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quentin

In my opinion the make of the tyre is a much bigger factor than the make/model of the car! Sounds like another misinformed media remark to me.
We run with Pirelli P6000s on ours, and have no real complaints, but i couldn't quote a mileage achieved, as I find that a bit 'anorak'.

If checking that your £130 a piece tyres are lasting as long as they should is being an arorak, then count me in.

Frank B · Jun 12th, 2009, 23:19

I think that the Michelin Primacy's fitted are over £200 with VAT

Big Swede · Jun 14th, 2009, 11:28

I have Continental Sport on an S80 D5. 20500 miles with 4.0 ml still on front and 7.0 on rear. I will be staying with this brand when I have to replace them.
Big SWede.

Tigerseye · Jul 2nd, 2009, 08:44

Just had the first service after 18,000 miles and the tread remaining is 5.54 front left, 3.55 front right, 5,75 rear after approx 75% motorway driving and I don't hang about. The tyres are Continental Sports.
Hope this helps.

Jun 10th, 2009, 21:53	#12
Chris Parish Large Member Last Online: Jun 2nd, 2013 14:25 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Rochester	I think driving style is the most important factor here. Driven carefully 12-15K is possible but we mustn't forget that front wheel drive of a medium to large high powered car is always going to result in high tyre wear on the front and the rears going rotten before they wear out. Large BMW's or Mercs don't have this problem. __________________ Currently: S60 T S 2001 and S80 D5 2002 Previously: 245 and V70 T5

Jun 14th, 2009, 11:28	#17
Big Swede Big Swede Last Online: Feb 20th, 2011 14:56 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Moira	Continental I have Continental Sport on an S80 D5. 20500 miles with 4.0 ml still on front and 7.0 on rear. I will be staying with this brand when I have to replace them. Big SWede.

Jun 10th, 2009, 18:51	#11
Quentin New Member Last Online: Jun 9th, 2023 14:13 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Kinross	In my opinion the make of the tyre is a much bigger factor than the make/model of the car! Sounds like another misinformed media remark to me. We run with Pirelli P6000s on ours, and have no real complaints, but i couldn't quote a mileage achieved, as I find that a bit 'anorak'.

Jun 11th, 2009, 10:49	#14
GavinC GavinC Last Online: Oct 13th, 2012 18:51 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Harrogate	In my experience, if tyre life is an over-riding priority, Michelins last a lot longer. Though other brands may offer more grip, Michelins run quietly, comfortably and grip is almost up with the very stickiest. And Michelins are even better value for money bought and fitted at COSTCO.

Jun 12th, 2009, 23:19	#16
Frank B Member Last Online: Aug 2nd, 2023 09:06 Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Warrington	I think that the Michelin Primacy's fitted are over £200 with VAT

Jul 2nd, 2009, 08:44	#18
Tigerseye Junior Member Last Online: Jan 15th, 2013 20:51 Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Hull	Just had the first service after 18,000 miles and the tread remaining is 5.54 front left, 3.55 front right, 5,75 rear after approx 75% motorway driving and I don't hang about. The tyres are Continental Sports. Hope this helps.

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