Tyres For XC70 ?

Dave XC70 · Dec 4th, 2015, 22:05

I have just purchased a 2008 XC70. I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on tyre selection ? Is it best to use separate winter tyres or can someone recommend a good all year tyre. Any advice would be appreciated.

4candles · Dec 4th, 2015, 22:08

2008? Is that Gen3 model you have or is it P2?
If its Gen3 your in wrong place.

I'd be interesed in this thread if it was P2 XC as i'm running Pirelli (something or others) all seasons..

bosskat · Dec 4th, 2015, 22:42

I work for Pirelli and see the technology that goes into them. I have just fitted some 225/45/17 94 XL W Cinturato All season on a P2 2005 plate V70. A very good tyre.

4candles · Dec 4th, 2015, 22:52

Mine appear to be fitted with Pirelli zotto zero winters on the back and Scorpion verde all seasons on the front. They seem a bit noisy at speed, but of course it may be a bearing starting its death roll ...(Pardon the pun)

volvoid · Dec 4th, 2015, 23:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by bosskat

I work for Pirelli and see the technology that goes into them. I have just fitted some 225/45/17 94 XL W Cinturato All season on a P2 2005 plate V70. A very good tyre.

offering us any proper discounts ?

swedishandgerman · Dec 5th, 2015, 13:55

You ought to look over on the XC90 forum for advice on tyres for Volvo AWD. a lot of good advice

bosskat · Dec 5th, 2015, 14:09

Sorry no discounts, we get 8 vouchers a year and only this year they decided to make the reduction in the cost of the tyre by 40%. But the tyres we make have some of the tightest quality limits you will find.

Dave

oragex · Dec 5th, 2015, 14:31

If you don't mind the expense, a set of used wheels with winter tires and a second set of summer/all season tires is the safest choice and the most economical in the long term.

Keep in mind that winter tires should not be driven at temperatures above 5-10C or the gum will permanently harden.

Most people have two sets of tires/wheels here in Canada and I can tell it is not much more expensive and it gives complete peace of mind in winter.

Basically, you are just paying more for a set of used wheels. Having both winter and summer tires means each of this set will last twice as many years, compared with wearing a single set of all season tires all year long.

Bonefishblues · Dec 5th, 2015, 14:57

Quote:

Originally Posted by oragex

Keep in mind that winter tires should not be driven at temperatures above 5-10C or the gum will permanently harden.

That's the first time I've seen that, what exactly do you mean?

oragex · Dec 5th, 2015, 19:43

The winter tire rubber has a tendency to harden if driven on hot weather. Then the tire will have less grip in winter conditions.

Dec 4th, 2015, 22:05	#1
Dave XC70 New Member Last Online: Dec 6th, 2015 19:02 Join Date: Dec 2015 Location: Sheffield	Tyres For XC70 ? I have just purchased a 2008 XC70. I was wondering if anyone could give me some advice on tyre selection ? Is it best to use separate winter tyres or can someone recommend a good all year tyre. Any advice would be appreciated.

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4candles I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 19th, 2016 19:57 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Yondershire	2008? Is that Gen3 model you have or is it P2? If its Gen3 your in wrong place. I'd be interesed in this thread if it was P2 XC as i'm running Pirelli (something or others) all seasons.. Last edited by 4candles; Dec 4th, 2015 at 22:24.

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bosskat Dave Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 20:20 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Carlisle	I work for Pirelli and see the technology that goes into them. I have just fitted some 225/45/17 94 XL W Cinturato All season on a P2 2005 plate V70. A very good tyre. __________________ Dave

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4candles I've Been Banned Last Online: Mar 19th, 2016 19:57 Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Yondershire	Mine appear to be fitted with Pirelli zotto zero winters on the back and Scorpion verde all seasons on the front. They seem a bit noisy at speed, but of course it may be a bearing starting its death roll ...(Pardon the pun) Last edited by 4candles; Dec 4th, 2015 at 22:55.

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swedishandgerman Premier Member Last Online: Oct 23rd, 2023 21:39 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: EXETER	You ought to look over on the XC90 forum for advice on tyres for Volvo AWD. a lot of good advice __________________ 2006 XC70 D5 Manual 1968 Amazon Estate, B18A + Overdrive 2019 V60 D3 Momentum Pro Manual 1970 Amazon 2-Door 1970 142DL

Dec 5th, 2015, 14:09	#7
bosskat Dave Last Online: Feb 26th, 2024 20:20 Join Date: Jan 2014 Location: Carlisle	Sorry no discounts, we get 8 vouchers a year and only this year they decided to make the reduction in the cost of the tyre by 40%. But the tyres we make have some of the tightest quality limits you will find. Dave __________________ Dave

Dec 5th, 2015, 14:31	#8
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	If you don't mind the expense, a set of used wheels with winter tires and a second set of summer/all season tires is the safest choice and the most economical in the long term. Keep in mind that winter tires should not be driven at temperatures above 5-10C or the gum will permanently harden. Most people have two sets of tires/wheels here in Canada and I can tell it is not much more expensive and it gives complete peace of mind in winter. Basically, you are just paying more for a set of used wheels. Having both winter and summer tires means each of this set will last twice as many years, compared with wearing a single set of all season tires all year long. __________________ Several Volvo Repair Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...ECTts0FSVSOT_c

Dec 5th, 2015, 19:43	#10
oragex Premier Member Last Online: Jul 26th, 2021 21:24 Join Date: Jun 2013 Location: Coldnada	The winter tire rubber has a tendency to harden if driven on hot weather. Then the tire will have less grip in winter conditions. __________________ Several Volvo Repair Videos https://www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...ECTts0FSVSOT_c

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