Vehicle in question is a '91 300-SEL. Car is due for new tires; presently equipped with a set of Remingtons(Dunlop) and they've done OK, but I've read in a number of places that the Michelin MXV4s are the best for heavy MB S class cars.

I've read more than one account where a person who'd used the MXV4s didn't think they
were any better than other brands priced alot lower.

I do most of my own under-the hood maint, etc. but when it comes to tires, I've never really been that strong.

I live in south Texas where winter, sleet snow and rain are all but non-existent. Most of my driving is at 70-80mph on a highway.

I you had to pick something other than the MXV4s, what would you go with for my situation?

Thanks for your time.

Mike Murrell

MXV4s suck.

Energy MXV4 Plus's are INCREDIBLE.

Totally different tire. Do not confuse the two. I guarantee you you'll love the Energy MXV4 Plus. Worth the money any day. Will last about 30k-40k miles as well.

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1997 Mercedes-Benz E420 (W210)
1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 (W202)
1988 Mercedes-Benz 260E (W124)

i agree, MXV4 plus is tops - quiet and minimal hydroplaning in water.
stay with OEM size!!

I would like state that Mr. Singer is not going to like this recommendation.
I think that having an "all-season" tire in Texas is not a good idea. Why would you be willing to sacrifice wet and dry traction for snow capability when you won't be driving in any snow.
With that said, The best recommendation I can make for your 126 is the 225/60-15 Firestone Firehawk SZ50 EP. It's construction has several benefits for your particular area: Less rubber degradation due to ozone (sunlight), great wear, great traction dry and wet, and a multi-layer tread compound for continued performance even after the tire begins to wear out. The 340 AA A rating is not incorrect for this Ultra High Performance tire. It also has very nice ride quality and road manners.

Thanks, Luke



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I wouldn't buy them, but I don't disagree with the recommendation. I just stick to Michelins. They are the best for a reason. Cars aren't cheap. So don't be cheap about tires -- otherwise you are cheating yourself. This is in general, not specific to this post. Those Firestones are supposed to be nice.

A 225/60/15 is WAY too wide for the rim, isn't it? You need a 7.5" rim for a 225 to fit correctly.

The 225/60-15 Firestone SZ50 EP fits a range of wheel widths from 6.0" to 8.0" and the factory wheel on the '91 300 in question is a 15"x7", looks like a perfect fit to me.

Thanks, Luke


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Luke Pavlick
Performance Specialist (ASE Certified Master Tech)
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I ran through a set of the "normal" Firestone SZ50's on my 400E. Tons of grip wet or dry, very progressive, noise was low (for a tire of its performance level), and wear wasn't too bad (for a tire of its performance level), and ride was very good (for a tire of its performance level). I don't know how much the new model is tweaked/improved/compromised/etc over the last one but I can say the SZ50 is a very good tire for the money.

Hope this helps...Lee