Always used and liked Nokia WRG3 195/65R15 95 H. Will need new tires and they are no longer made

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    eidling Junior Member

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    Hi Everyone,
    I live on Long Island, Suffolk County, New York. The stock tires on my 2013 Prius were horrible in snow. The Nokias were way better. We don't get a ton of snow here, but I drive 25 miles each way between home and work and need good tires for the commute. I would appreciate any recommendations regarding tires, as I anticipate putting new ones on this winter.
    Thanks in advance!
     
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    Michelin Cross Climate might be worth a look. Haven’t tried them but have heard good things.
     
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    Thank you! I see that lower mileage should be expected. I get great mileage with the Nokias, but if ends up the Cross Climates seem best, safety first!
     
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    It seems to me this would be right for my car but the website I see it on indicates it does not seem correct for my car. I understand XL = extra load and V has to do with speed. the "95" is the load index. Is the website wrong or am I missing something? Thanks again!
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    What website? Try Michelin site? IIRC a few here have used it.

    Ok, TireRack site offers it, for 2010 Prius with 15" rims, in the "all season w/Severe Snow Service Rating" category. Status currently "back order" though.
     
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    I just changed my tires with Michelin Crossclimate 2. 195/65 R15 91H.
    I have great expectations after what I read about them. :)
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    Thanks. Michelin site says this would be correct for my car: 195/65R15/XL 95V BSW
    It specifies BSW (black sidewall), but is otherwise the same, so I have to assume Michelin would know and the other site (which was Walmart - they have really good prices) was incorrect.
     
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    Thanks!
     
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