What are the best tyres to put on an XC90? - Page 74

12345 · Nov 28th, 2014, 23:40

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Originally Posted by rich1068

Nokians are on.

Looks good.

Had to look twice as I have a black Executive and my private plate is T12 *** !!

DieselConvert · Nov 29th, 2014, 13:00

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Originally Posted by rich1068

What are your Volvo recommended pressures?

The label on the B post states 220 ( 3 adults ) & 270 ( fully laden ), same pressures F & R

xco · Nov 30th, 2014, 16:22

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Originally Posted by Squirrell

I went ahead and fitted the Goodyear Vector 4 Seasons and after the first 1000miles I am seriously impressed. They grip well in the wet, are really quite, so all good so far, I guess the real truth will be how long they last and grip in the snow.

235/45x17 108V XL were £130 per corner fitted.

Also had a hunter 4 wheel alignment done this week, sorted out the slight toe in at the front, so all good.

Check out the videos on you tube of these tyres in winter use they speak for themselves

Chesney46 · Nov 30th, 2014, 17:07

I chose Yokohama Geolander G055's (235 60 18). Already had one fitted a couple of months ago so matched it up after a puncture the other day. £360 for 3. They even threw in 4 wheel alignment for £45.

rich1068 · Nov 30th, 2014, 19:45

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Originally Posted by 12345

Had to look twice as I have a black Executive and my private plate is T12 *** !!

Look well don't they

Actually mine is Savile Grey but I can safely say that this is the first car I've had that looks just as good filthy as clean

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Originally Posted by DieselConvert

The label on the B post states 220 ( 3 adults ) & 270 ( fully laden ), same pressures F & R

Interesting. Mine are 255/50R19 but I'm running the standard Volvo non-"Eco" 35psi. On my factory fit Pirellis I found the 39psi "Eco" pressure a little too firm. Maybe I'll drop Nokian a line and see what they recommend.

DieselConvert · Dec 1st, 2014, 10:42

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I raised a query on the Nokian website, ref did WR SUV3 state 'm&s' on the sidewall, which is a legal requirement for Austria.

Nokian Tech customer service emailed the following morning ( impressive I thought ) to confirm they did, & also they have the "snowflake" symbol ( required in Germany).

He confirmed the WR3 suv3 are a very good option for my 2007 xc90 d5 se, and recommended tyre pressures of 260 kpa / 280 kph ( I have 18" rims)

So I promptly ordered 4x from Openeo for £106 each ��........

I ordered 4x Nokians from Openeo 9am Thurs, they arrived today 10am Monday......

Now to get 'em fitted.....

Gurj · Dec 2nd, 2014, 08:38

Got 4 x 19" Nokian's from Openeo last week, delivered directly to Elite Wheels and Tyres in Reading and had them fitted and tracked (Hunter System).

Tyres were £131 each (255/50/R19)
Fitting £60 (all four)
Tracking £90

Factory fitted Pirelli PZero Rosso's were getting low on the front after 22K miles.
Have kept the rear originals as spares since they have some life left in them.

Stu Smith · Dec 5th, 2014, 15:34

Just ordered my Nokian WR3's from Oponeo!
£111 each, including delivery to my local garage. Really happy!!
Then a little trip into Bristol to Protyre for the 4 wheel alignment - it's like a little early Christmas present to myself!
Big thanks to all the contributors on this (rather lengthy!) post. It's been a fascinating read. Some form of sticky is definitely a good idea..
Stu

rich1068 · Dec 5th, 2014, 16:18

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Originally Posted by DieselConvert

I raised a query on the Nokian website, ref did WR SUV3 state 'm&s' on the sidewall, which is a legal requirement for Austria.

Nokian Tech customer service emailed the following morning ( impressive I thought ) to confirm they did, & also they have the "snowflake" symbol ( required in Germany).

He confirmed the WR3 suv3 are a very good option for my 2007 xc90 d5 se, and recommended tyre pressures of 260 kpa / 280 kph ( I have 18" rims)

So I promptly ordered 4x from Openeo for £106 each 😄........

I emailed Nokian too and on my 255/50R19s they recommended F38psi/R39psi 1-3 people or F38psi/R41psi fully loaded. I've just adjusted and I'll see what it rides like. I should say Nokian were extremely helpful.

Word of caution. I checked my tyre pressures and in the two weeks they've been on I'd lost about 3 or 4 psi on each tyre. Presumably settling in but worth checking.

Ian H · Dec 8th, 2014, 13:39

I've been reading this thread with great interest. Our original Continentals are nearly at an end (21k miles) and I'd like to get some new ones on before the worst of the weather comes.

Local dealer (who I trust) has given me prices and it's a matter of deciding between 2 of them:

Nokian WR SUV3
Pirrelli Scorpion Verde

There's only a few quid apiece difference, so that's not really relevant to the decision.

I get the impression that that Nokians will do better if we do get snow and are generally better in cold and wet conditions - but it doesn't snow much, does it?
The Pirrellis are described as 'all season' and reviews indicate that they are very quiet and may improve mpg.
Both are reckoned to do 30k miles at least.

I have probably rejected the third option of Vredstein Quatrac 3's and also they are more expensive.

How to decide between Nokian and Pirrelli?

Please don't suggest any others - it's taken me long enough to get the list down to two.

Nov 30th, 2014, 17:07	#734
Chesney46 Member Last Online: Apr 24th, 2023 14:18 Join Date: May 2014 Location: Rainham	I chose Yokohama Geolander G055's (235 60 18). Already had one fitted a couple of months ago so matched it up after a puncture the other day. £360 for 3. They even threw in 4 wheel alignment for £45. __________________ XC90 D5 in the only colour worth having, black. Obviously with the obligatory tinted windows.

Dec 2nd, 2014, 08:38	#737
Gurj Junior Member Last Online: Oct 22nd, 2022 15:39 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Reading	Got 4 x 19" Nokian's from Openeo last week, delivered directly to Elite Wheels and Tyres in Reading and had them fitted and tracked (Hunter System). Tyres were £131 each (255/50/R19) Fitting £60 (all four) Tracking £90 Factory fitted Pirelli PZero Rosso's were getting low on the front after 22K miles. Have kept the rear originals as spares since they have some life left in them.

Dec 5th, 2014, 15:34	#738
Stu Smith Junior Member Last Online: Jan 4th, 2021 20:16 Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: High Littleton	Just ordered my Nokian WR3's from Oponeo! £111 each, including delivery to my local garage. Really happy!! Then a little trip into Bristol to Protyre for the 4 wheel alignment - it's like a little early Christmas present to myself! Big thanks to all the contributors on this (rather lengthy!) post. It's been a fascinating read. Some form of sticky is definitely a good idea.. Stu

Dec 8th, 2014, 13:39	#740
Ian H Junior Member Last Online: Feb 7th, 2024 15:39 Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Yorkshire	I've been reading this thread with great interest. Our original Continentals are nearly at an end (21k miles) and I'd like to get some new ones on before the worst of the weather comes. Local dealer (who I trust) has given me prices and it's a matter of deciding between 2 of them: Nokian WR SUV3 Pirrelli Scorpion Verde There's only a few quid apiece difference, so that's not really relevant to the decision. I get the impression that that Nokians will do better if we do get snow and are generally better in cold and wet conditions - but it doesn't snow much, does it? The Pirrellis are described as 'all season' and reviews indicate that they are very quiet and may improve mpg. Both are reckoned to do 30k miles at least. I have probably rejected the third option of Vredstein Quatrac 3's and also they are more expensive. How to decide between Nokian and Pirrelli? Please don't suggest any others - it's taken me long enough to get the list down to two.

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