How would you rate tires on XLT

[On The Bcyde]

I have a 2011 XLT with mich latitudes.. After about 30K miles. I do notice hydroplane issues during heavy rain. Snow hasn't been to much of an issue on local streets but I do notice changes. Has anyone changed their OEM tires? Why and what did you get?

 

[182RG]

I'll replace them with the Lattitudes again. For an SUV tire, they are wearing very, very well. I expect them to go to 45K.

 

[peterk9]

I have a 2011 XLT with mich latitudes.. After about 30K miles. I do notice hydroplane issues during heavy rain. Snow hasn't been to much of an issue on local streets but I do notice changes. Has anyone changed their OEM tires? Why and what did you get?

I don't have an XLT but did change the OEM Hankooks on my Limited as soon as I picked the vehicle up from the dealer. I wanted a tire with a little more aggressive tread and the Yokohama Parada Spec-X provided that. I don't use them in the Winter since dedicated Winter tires are safer and provide better all round traction in cold weather. I have the BFG Winter Slalom tires for that on a 17" wheel.

Peter

 

[briteboy]

Michelin OEM tire wear

I too, have a 2011 XLT. Just turned 36,000 miles. 90% of my miles are straight line interstate. Tread will be lucky to last another 10k.

I'm very disappointed especially because they are Michelins. I thought I'd get 65-70k from them, especially with the highway driving %.

I won't be buying Michelins again, that's for sure.

 

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[182RG]

II thought I'd get 65-70k from them, especially with the highway driving %.

You are going to struggle to find any tire that will give you that kind of service life on a 2 1/2 ton vehicle. 2WD might provide a better shot, but a 4WD going 45K with no cupping, scuffing, etc is good service life. I wish they'd go 65K, but no vehicle in this class I've ever owned has broken 40K. (Highlander, Yukon, etc).