V70 Wheels/Tyres: - Infinity Tyres? - Page 2

AndyJudge · Mar 20th, 2013, 19:53

I've got Hancooks all round on mine now, may 8K on the front's & only 700mls on the back but they seem to grip well in pretty much everything the winters thrown at me (Ice,Sleet,Snow & Rain this week).

Nice & quiet on the motorway as well

LJD · Mar 20th, 2013, 20:19

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Originally Posted by AndyJudge

I've got Hancooks all round on mine now, may 8K on the front's & only 700mls on the back but they seem to grip well in pretty much everything the winters thrown at me (Ice,Sleet,Snow & Rain this week).

Nice & quiet on the motorway as well

Hearing lots of good things also about Hancooks

Aveton Gifford · Mar 21st, 2013, 13:24

Here's a bit of info about Hankook tyres

http://whichtyres.com/2012/01/are-ha...yres-any-good/

Norfolk Jim · Mar 21st, 2013, 14:05

I recently fitted a couple of Mattador tyres on my V70 P2. They were recommended by my main dealers and for once a main dealer is right.

They are owned by Continental like Barum is but with a big difference - they use the same compounds as Continentals and from what I've heard this new one called MP46 Hectorra 2's use the old ContiSport Contact 2 compound.

They are also getting really good write ups. Mine are 225/45 17 91Y which often isn't available in the budgets as they just go for 94XL's to save on costs of offering various loadings. These have bedded in excellent and handle well both in pouring rain, slimy surfaces and the dry (when we have some) and my chap matched Camskill on tyre price and charge me small amount to fit. £74 each corner!!!!

RM955I · Mar 21st, 2013, 14:38

I have Hankook Icebear winter tyres and they're very good

Initially I thought 'oh no, a tyre thread' but looking around for a good budget/mid-price tyre I am absolutely confused by the choice out there. It's simple with my motorbike - despite the range of manufacturers there are only 2 or 3 tyres worth considering!

I'm very interested in hearing what people are fitting as in the budget/mid-sector the choice is overwhelming and there's no doubt a few good 'uns out there and a lot of sh*te. Also the difference between budget, mid-price and 'lower premium' in price terms is getting quite blurred. TBH I want longevity not outright grip but I also don't want something that will be like slicks on a skid-pan!

Even my old favourite Barum Bravuris seems to be only a few quid short of the cheaper premium range.

RM955I · Mar 21st, 2013, 21:23

Just been doing a bit of digging around on the internet - as said these get good reviews and would be my next choice as an alternative to the Barums.

http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Ma...Hectorra-2.htm

Sej · Mar 21st, 2013, 22:29

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Originally Posted by RM955I

I'm very interested in hearing what people are fitting as in the budget/mid-sector the choice is overwhelming and there's no doubt a few good 'uns out there and a lot of sh*te. Also the difference between budget, mid-price and 'lower premium' in price terms is getting quite blurred. TBH I want longevity not outright grip but I also don't want something that will be like slicks on a skid-pan!

I bought a couple of budget Westlakes for the front of my S60 from Tyre Shopper two months ago, can’t fault them, plenty of grip and the weather hasn’t even warmed up yet.

WESTLAKE SV308 XL 225/45WR17 £57.50 each.

http://www.tyre-shopper.co.uk/manufa...308-xl#ratings

Aardvark S60 · Sep 30th, 2013, 14:34

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Originally Posted by Sej

I bought a couple of budget Westlakes for the front of my S60 from Tyre Shopper two months ago, can’t fault them, plenty of grip and the weather hasn’t even warmed up yet.

WESTLAKE SV308 XL 225/45WR17 £57.50 each.

http://www.tyre-shopper.co.uk/manufa...308-xl#ratings

Agreed!

Just bought 4 for my Alhambra, superb tyres, very quiet too.

They're now on special offer for a bargain £55.25 a corner inc. free £7.50 puncture/damage insurance.

See - http://www.tyre-shopper.co.uk/search/225-45-r17/W/94

2 going on the S60 fronts on Weds.

oldgreybloke · Sep 30th, 2013, 19:13

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Originally Posted by Aveton Gifford

I hate budget tyres, one of my previous cars came to me fitted with Wanli's on the front and Linglongs on the back, I swear it was like driving around on 4 greased pigs, never again!

Just my opinion of course!!

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VolvoVanatic · Nov 8th, 2016, 11:03

Hi,

Just saw this thread so it seemed better than posting my own question.

I've been looking for cheaper tyres too. I do trust the likes of goodyear etc, but I don't drive on particularly tough conditions so I think some budget options are certainly worth experimenting with.

Did anyone else get any happy results with Infinity? Or is the difference that noticable?

Mar 21st, 2013, 14:38	#15
RM955I Premier Member Last Online: Jun 26th, 2022 23:42 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Midlands	I have Hankook Icebear winter tyres and they're very good Initially I thought 'oh no, a tyre thread' but looking around for a good budget/mid-price tyre I am absolutely confused by the choice out there. It's simple with my motorbike - despite the range of manufacturers there are only 2 or 3 tyres worth considering! I'm very interested in hearing what people are fitting as in the budget/mid-sector the choice is overwhelming and there's no doubt a few good 'uns out there and a lot of sh*te. Also the difference between budget, mid-price and 'lower premium' in price terms is getting quite blurred. TBH I want longevity not outright grip but I also don't want something that will be like slicks on a skid-pan! Even my old favourite Barum Bravuris seems to be only a few quid short of the cheaper premium range. __________________ D5, 205 Phase 3 V70...love the grunt. Previous: 2004 (2005 facelift) 2.4 170

Mar 21st, 2013, 21:23	#16
RM955I Premier Member Last Online: Jun 26th, 2022 23:42 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Midlands	Just been doing a bit of digging around on the internet - as said these get good reviews and would be my next choice as an alternative to the Barums. http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Tyre/Ma...Hectorra-2.htm __________________ D5, 205 Phase 3 V70...love the grunt. Previous: 2004 (2005 facelift) 2.4 170

Mar 20th, 2013, 19:53	#11
AndyJudge Premier Member Last Online: Feb 18th, 2024 17:40 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Hebburn	I've got Hancooks all round on mine now, may 8K on the front's & only 700mls on the back but they seem to grip well in pretty much everything the winters thrown at me (Ice,Sleet,Snow & Rain this week). Nice & quiet on the motorway as well

Mar 21st, 2013, 13:24	#13
Aveton Gifford VOC Member Last Online: Today 12:31 Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Back on top, for now!!	Here's a bit of info about Hankook tyres http://whichtyres.com/2012/01/are-ha...yres-any-good/

Mar 21st, 2013, 14:05	#14
Norfolk Jim Norfolk Jim Last Online: Dec 7th, 2015 20:49 Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sittin on a fence near Naarich	I recently fitted a couple of Mattador tyres on my V70 P2. They were recommended by my main dealers and for once a main dealer is right. They are owned by Continental like Barum is but with a big difference - they use the same compounds as Continentals and from what I've heard this new one called MP46 Hectorra 2's use the old ContiSport Contact 2 compound. They are also getting really good write ups. Mine are 225/45 17 91Y which often isn't available in the budgets as they just go for 94XL's to save on costs of offering various loadings. These have bedded in excellent and handle well both in pouring rain, slimy surfaces and the dry (when we have some) and my chap matched Camskill on tyre price and charge me small amount to fit. £74 each corner!!!!

Nov 8th, 2016, 11:03	#20
VolvoVanatic New Member Last Online: Nov 8th, 2016 11:03 Join Date: Nov 2016 Location: London	Hi, Just saw this thread so it seemed better than posting my own question. I've been looking for cheaper tyres too. I do trust the likes of goodyear etc, but I don't drive on particularly tough conditions so I think some budget options are certainly worth experimenting with. Did anyone else get any happy results with Infinity? Or is the difference that noticable?

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