2005 X5 in need of new tires

[Christiano]

Deep pocket? Michelin for sure. You never get wrong with then. Fantastic grip, very quiet, rain proof... perfect!

But if you need a good deal, Toyo Proxes could be a great choice too IMO.

[indianapolisX5]

Just had a fresh set of Michelin Latitude Tour HP's bolted on. Disappointed that Pirelli no longer makes the Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico in rear size 285/45-19 - had two sets and was really happy with their performance, and price compared to the Michelins! $1300 at a local shop with Hunter RoadForce GSP9700 balancing - certainly could have saved some $$$ by going with Kumho or Hankook, but I'm a tire snob and refuse to put Korean rubber on my X.

I like the look of the sidewall on the Michelin better, but the Pirelli had a truly badass tread pattern that I'll miss. Of course it's too early to make any definite comparison, but the ride and noise are noticably improved as they would be with any new tire. Took it to a slightly damp highway right after they were mounted, and they were smooth and silent at 100mph straight away

[dpgx5]

My father has these on his X, I also find the ride superb smooth and silent as you mentioned Its also great in snow. When he got the X back in 06 he didnt like the turranza I believe that came with it, so he changed to these. That pair honestly, lasted 90km! We are on the 2nd set now.

Originally Posted by indianapolisX5

Just had a fresh set of Michelin Latitude Tour HP's bolted on. Disappointed that Pirelli no longer makes the Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico in rear size 285/45-19 - had two sets and was really happy with their performance, and price compared to the Michelins! $1300 at a local shop with Hunter RoadForce GSP9700 balancing - certainly could have saved some $$$ by going with Kumho or Hankook, but I'm a tire snob and refuse to put Korean rubber on my X.

I like the look of the sidewall on the Michelin better, but the Pirelli had a truly badass tread pattern that I'll miss. Of course it's too early to make any definite comparison, but the ride and noise are noticably improved as they would be with any new tire. Took it to a slightly damp highway right after they were mounted, and they were smooth and silent at 100mph straight away

[TiAgX5]

Originally Posted by indianapolisX5

Just had a fresh set of Michelin Latitude Tour HP's bolted on. Disappointed that Pirelli no longer makes the Scorpion Zero Asimmetrico in rear size 285/45-19 - had two sets and was really happy with their performance, and price compared to the Michelins! $1300 at a local shop with Hunter RoadForce GSP9700 balancing - certainly could have saved some $$$ by going with Kumho or Hankook, but I'm a tire snob and refuse to put Korean rubber on my X.

I can't understand why some US BMW owners refuse to install Hankook tires on their vehicles, Hankook is the #1 selling tire in Germany (yeah, that Germany, the one with the Autobahn, has sections with NO speed limits). The Hankook Ventus ASs in the 255-50-19/285-45-19 sizes are all season AND carry a W (168mph) speed rating (high speed driving combined with summer heat will turn most all-season rubber compounds into grease). Many informed owners install higher speed rated rubber due to the fact that once a tire pick up a puncture (roofing nail, etc.) the tire drops a MINIMUM of one speed rating. Hankooks are also lighter, reduced unsprung weight = increased driving dynamics.

[indianapolisX5]

Originally Posted by TiAgX5

I can't understand why some US BMW owners refuse to install Hankook tires on their vehicles

Hankook Ventus AS RH07
255/50R19 - 34lbs
285/45R19 - 37lbs

Michelin Latitude Tour HP
255/50R19 - 32lbs
285/45R19 - 34lbs

The Ventus is made in South Korea, whereas the Latitude is manufactured in the U.S. Michelin employs over 17,000 Americans and is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina - just down the road from where our X's were built. True, the Ventus does have a higher speed rating, but there isn't an autobahn in Indiana and I don't often [nor do I believe I can] exceed 149mph. I'm sure Hankook makes a great tire and to be honest if it were my only choice, I wouldn't have a problem bolting a set on. But when there is a choice, tires are like condoms - if forced to pick between one made in America and another in Korea, it's U.S.A. all the way

[TiAgX5]

Originally Posted by indianapolisX5

Hankook Ventus AS RH07
255/50R19 - 34lbs
285/45R19 - 37lbs

Michelin Latitude Tour HP
255/50R19 - 32lbs
285/45R19 - 34lbs

The Ventus is made in South Korea, whereas the Latitude is manufactured in the U.S. Michelin employs over 17,000 Americans and is headquartered in Greenville, South Carolina - just down the road from where our X's were built. True, the Ventus does have a higher speed rating, but there isn't an autobahn in Indiana and I don't often [nor do I believe I can] exceed 149mph. I'm sure Hankook makes a great tire and to be honest if it were my only choice, I wouldn't have a problem bolting a set on. But when there is a choice, tires are like condoms - if forced to pick between one made in America and another in Korea, it's U.S.A. all the way

The OP has Bridgestone Duelers on his X5 at this time, my weight statement was in regard to his tires.
As stated before, any puncture drops the speed rating, that's why many owners go one speed rating over the vehicle top speed. FWIW, my X has seen 147mph on GPS, a 169mph speed rating is cheap insurance.
You could have made the Korea cannot produce a good tire statement 10 yrs ago, but, these days the top Korean manufacturers are using cutting edge materials and manufacturing processes, their moldmaking capabilities are every bit as good as the best tire producers both here and in Europe.
The old Michelins that where on my X needed over three times the weight to balance as the new Hankook ASs.