sorry just read in more detail the OP
No heavy snow, this will be a great tire!

Got the Xi2. They are nice tires. Now we get a week of sun and 45-50 degree weather... go figure?? :)

Just placed an order for Latitude X-Ice Xi2's through costco for $700. Mine's are 235/65/17 though. Did quite a bit of reading and decided to go with narrower tire and purchased a set of factory (style 130) 17 wheels from craigslist. Originally was planning on getting Pirelli ice and snow's, unfortunately they're all sold out around here, including the net. Thinking Michelins will do just fine.



2006 4.4i Sport

Those are what I've just put on 20" wheels. I frequently drive well over 70mph in winter (and summer) so I want the best.

Before there's a silly response, I mean that I drive well over 70mph in winter when the conditions are appropriate....

Great setup. 17" for the winter can't be beat. I'm running the same size with Conti ExtremeWinterContact on style 57. Added benefit that this nice lightweight setup is noticeably quicker off the line than my staggered 19" summer wheels! Unless brake rotors can't take a 17" inch wheel, I absolutely don't understand plus sizing for winter.

My Xi2's have been very nice for the morning icy fog on the roads. It gives me some peace of mind that I am safer with them than not. I had to get 18's, but you will be in great condition w/ 17's. Its a nice soft ride and the grip is great! You will be happy with them. Did the tires come w/the $70 rebate?

No rebate on Michelins. Would've been nice, though. There is a $70 off for set of Bridgestones plus $30 off installation.

BTW... welcome to the Xoutpost forum. It has been very helpful to me over the years. Lots of great ppl with invaluable info. :thumbup: Enjoy!

I really enjoyed my Michelin X-Ice tires but found they wore out quicker than expected. I suspect the same formulation that makes them perform well in the cold and ice makes them wear more quickly in dry, warm conditions...especially with heavier vehicles.

I'm finding that my Pirelli Scorpion Ice/snow tires are holding up better over time with similar performance in snow, ice and better performance in the dry.

Thank you x5pdx, happy to be here and happy to be part of the X5 community.

40K warranty and overall performance sounded attractive on Latitude X-Ice tires, that's why they became my second choice after finding out that Pirelli's are sold out everywhere.