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Originally Posted by Texas5
Sorry Kaefer, didn't mean to step on anyone's toes. My point was more about the cost of staying with the OEM tires - they simply don't last many miles. We X5 drivers are already making a big sacrifice in handling/performance (vs. say a 3- or 5-series) in order to get more practicality/space/luxury. Switching to a more practical tire just isn't a that large big dropoff in performance.
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You did not step on anyone's toes... it's an opinion, and that what an internet board is all about. No biggie.
Obviously, the X5 sacrifices some handling and performance when compared to a 3 or 5 series. And I do agree that the drop-off in performance may be minimal when switching to a more practical tire -- if you're a "normal" driver. So, if you're using your SUV for a kid-mobile, soccer practice, grocery shopping utility, the tires won't much matter. If, however, you're like me, and you WANT performance and handling, but you MUST have a family car... and if your car never sees the right lane... if your X5 gets used to "cruising" at 95 MPH... if your MPG IMPROVES after driving 600 miles at an average of 85 MPH... then, tires matter.
