2013 Prius V three, I see some people on various regular all terrains and many mentions of “low roll resistance” tires but not many recommendations of specific ones. Are all terrain and LRR mutually exclusive? Any recommendation for a brand+model of LRR? Trying to figure this out in time for Black Friday.
LLR will get you a mpg or so. All terrain won't be LRR. Prii are not off road vehicles. Personally I go for Michelins with 80k life which saves a lot of money by not replacing them twice as often and you get a better ride, less road noise and a safe tire which will hold its balance.
Low Rolling Resistance is a factor, but there doesn’t seem to be standardized tests for confirming tire manufacturers claims, nor a standardized scale, at least not in North America. Reading customers’ reviews helps.
LLR for better mpg, longevity. The tires that came with my '15 V when i got it in April sure do roll well. Tested pushing them on off ramps and panic stops in the rain and I will need some thing with more grip this winter. Or just use my '17 Mazda3 GT with sticky, large block Yokohama tires on it. BUT I've always said one accident in the rain or snow totally negates any savings. Pete
