Hi everybody,

i have a mercedes w124 230E.i bought 17x7.5 alloy wheels and is now going to buy tires.at tire track,it is recommended to put 215/45/17.I want to buy michelin tires but do not know which one is best.I have the choice between the michelin pilot sport a/s plus and the pilot exalto pe.

Michelin Pilot Exalto PE2 (Ultra High Performance Summer)

* Size: 215/45ZR17
* Load Range: XL
* Blackwall
* ZR Speed Rated
* Serv. Desc: 91W
* UTQG: Treadwear: 240
Traction: A


Michelin Pilot Sport A/S Plus (Ultra High Performance All-Season)
* Size: 215/45ZR17
* Load Range: XL
* Blackwall
* ZR Speed Rated
* Serv. Desc: 91W
* UTQG: Treadwear: 500
Traction: AA
Temperature: A500 AA


i need a tire which will not cause loss of gas mileage and also a tire which will protect my rims due to the low profile size.

waiting for a quick reply.

thanks a lot,

steven124

Steven, based solely on the information you listed for each tire I would choose the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S because it has better Traction and Treadwear ratings.

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ok thanks man.

But will the pilot sport A/S plus cause loss of speed for 2300cc car?

thanks.

steven

secong vote for the Pilot Sport AS plus

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my final choice is the michelin pilot a/s plus.

I wish that i will be happy with these tires.
The only thing which i fear is if the pilot a/s plus will cause loss of speed.

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ok thanks luke for helping me.
can u please confirm if these tires will cause loss of speed.it is extremely important for me.

thanks

speedo will be fine

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will 215/50/17 be good luke?

at 25.5" that size is too tall ....

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is 91w and XL tires ok for w124?

looks good

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Luke , do u think that 225/45/17 will fit on anon lowered w124?

thanks

225's will rub the rear fenders when the suspension is compressed

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luke,do u think that the pilot sport a/s plus(215/45/17 XL)will cause very stiff rides?