E70 Sport - Conti DWS review

[ZheHbKa]

Just wanted to share my thought about Continental DWS Tires

I just installed a full set of Front and Rear on my E70 4.8 X, with Sport Package and 20's

Sizes: 275x40R20 front and 315x35r20 rear

Previous tires: Stock Dunlop RFT

I never thought that i would such a difference, major change in road noise and ride quality.

I felt that i was in a sedan thats how quiet and soft these are.
Even with Active suspension, over bumps it felt much softer

haven't tested on the performance level, but i'm sure it will be better then stock Dunlop RFT's.



Apparently front size is on back order on most sites including tire rack, but i managed to find it here and at a lower price too.

this is where i bought them: Discount Tires - Discounttires.com has the lowest prices on tires and wheels, all name brands, and a huge inventory. In most cases, shipping is one to two days guaranteed.

[bdavis1369]

pics?

[tomcat]

Thanks for the review, but should probably be in the e70 or Tire, Wheel,... Forum.

Scott

[TwinsPoppa]

I was going to try these tires out to replace my aging Yokohama Advans. However when I called up a local tire shop they talked me out of it.

They said they've had several X5 customers return them because of the performance issue. Apparently they're lacking in the grip dept.

They said they install mostly Toyo Proxes STIIs and that no X5 owners has ever complained about them.

I went ahead and ordered Vreds (@perfomaceplus) to see what they're like. Maybe next time we'll have enough feedback to go by. I do want to try the DWS sooner or later.

Another factor, but not that big for me, is the Vreds cost less than the DWS. $189 vs $242. This shop didn't have any problems finding the fronts - though they wanted $260 for them. Its okay to pay more if you're going to get more treadwear or more perfomance.

One universal thing (no matter the brand) that the shop spoke of, and I can confirm with my personal experience, is that the wear ratio for the X is 2 to 1. Meaning you'll go through 2 sets of rears for each set of fronts.

Maybe after the rear vreds wear out, expecting about 10-15K (closer to 10K), I'll try a set of DWS in the rear and see how that goes.

Keep us updated!

[E55AMG2]

Originally Posted by TwinsPoppa

I was going to try these tires out to replace my aging Yokohama Advans. However when I called up a local tire shop they talked me out of it.

They said they've had several X5 customers return them because of the performance issue. Apparently they're lacking in the grip dept.

They said they install mostly Toyo Proxes STIIs and that no X5 owners has ever complained about them.

I went ahead and ordered Vreds (@perfomaceplus) to see what they're like. Maybe next time we'll have enough feedback to go by. I do want to try the DWS sooner or later.

Another factor, but not that big for me, is the Vreds cost less than the DWS. $189 vs $242. This shop didn't have any problems finding the fronts - though they wanted $260 for them. Its okay to pay more if you're going to get more treadwear or more perfomance.

One universal thing (no matter the brand) that the shop spoke of, and I can confirm with my personal experience, is that the wear ratio for the X is 2 to 1. Meaning you'll go through 2 sets of rears for each set of fronts.

Maybe after the rear vreds wear out, expecting about 10-15K (closer to 10K), I'll try a set of DWS in the rear and see how that goes.

Keep us updated!

They grip just as well as the Advan s/t, Proxes, and Diamaris. Where they lose out is initial turn in and transient response. Where they win is in wear resistance, ride comfort, and noise level. Not to mention they kick ass in the wet. Even with Dinan camber plates, they dont turn in as well as the aforementioned tires. Oh well...I guess I'll just have to work a bit harder entering the corners.

[TwinsPoppa]

Originally Posted by E55AMG2

They grip just as well as the Advan s/t, Proxes, and Diamaris. Where they lose out is initial turn in and transient response. Where they win is in wear resistance, ride comfort, and noise level. Not to mention they kick ass in the wet. Even with Dinan camber plates, they dont turn in as well as the aforementioned tires. Oh well...I guess I'll just have to work a bit harder entering the corners.

Well, doesn't seem to be too bad. I already have the Vreds and will see after this set (or two in the case of the rears). I don't mind giving them a go. Thanks for the feedback.

[E55AMG2]

Originally Posted by TwinsPoppa

Well, doesn't seem to be too bad. I already have the Vreds and will see after this set (or two in the case of the rears). I don't mind giving them a go. Thanks for the feedback.

Keep in touch. I've got 2000mi or so on my DWS's, hopefully they'll outlast the 30k I got out of the S/Ts (they were down to the cords).

[c4racer]

Originally Posted by tomcat

Thanks for the review, but should probably be in the e70 or Tire, Wheel,... Forum.

Scott

Actually I am glad it is here, otherwise I would not have seen it. I am considering the same tire for my next set on the 4.6is stock rims.

[FSETH]

I have been saying I wished Continental made the DWS in my 19 in staggered size because I love them on my e36 and they were rated really, really well on TireRack's website. However, I did just notice that on Continental's website, they have the DWS listed as a car tire. If you click on Truck/SUV tires, they do not list the DWS in that catagory. Maybe they were designed to be more of a car tire than an SUV tire?

[TwinsPoppa]

Originally Posted by FSETH

I have been saying I wished Continental made the DWS in my 19 in staggered size because I love them on my e36 and they were rated really, really well on TireRack's website. However, I did just notice that on Continental's website, they have the DWS listed as a car tire. If you click on Truck/SUV tires, they do not list the DWS in that catagory. Maybe they were designed to be more of a car tire than an SUV tire?

HMM .. good point. They're now listed under 'Perfromance Car Tires' on their website.

Maybe they make SUV versions live the Vreds? I guess need to do more research.