Hello Sifu, I am looking for 4 pcs tyre replacement for my honda city 2014 V spec. MY driving style is casual driving and monthly driving distance about 3000+KM due to work. My driving style is casual driving , not racing type. Currently using Conti CC6. It is quiet, comfortable compare stock tyre good year (forgot which model). However, CC6 handling wise really disappointing especially on the wet road or rainy days.

Here is the list i compile. Do let me know your thought on this.

1) Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125
2) Continental UC6
3) Michelin XM2+

MY preference would be satisfactory handling especially during rainy day, long lasting, quiet. Thanks.

xm2+ after used fc improve by 0.5~1.0km/litre, compare to two years stock goodyear excellence

how about handling on wet road? quietness?

I would swapped XM2+ for Goodyear Assurance Triplemax 2.

XM2+ is the only eco tyre in this list. The rest are touring tyres

XM2+ should be the most expensive among these tyres.

quieter when i use it after change, after awhile dont feel it anymore. wet performance i think is good because still relatively new. after mid life then i tak tahu

i am also exploring if i should upsize the tyre from 185/55R16 to 195/55R16 or 195/50R16.... any one tried that?

Goodyear ATM 2 or Hankook VP3 should be your best bang for buck.

I am in the same situation as you, driving 2014 City but the previous model. Currently on CC6 but grip is not good, not very confident on wet road. Now my rear tyres are going to wear out and I'm looking to choose between UC6 and XM2+. XM2+ is slightly expensive but it provides good mileage and fuel consumption, while UC6 is cheaper and have better grip but it will not last as long as XM2+.

Goodyear Assurance Triplemaxx 2 gooding.

Get UC6 if you are comfortable with CC6 but wants better grip.

You wouldn't want a tyre that last too long because it means that the tyre is on the hard side.. My previous experience with xm2 is once the tyre gets older, it is hard and noisy like hell.

This xm2+ probably improve a bit but its still an xm2 though.

My recommendation is UC6.

What's the average price for these 2 tyres?

This post has been edited by pikafaded: May 13 2021, 11:44 AM

I think for our size..the UC6 average pricing is around rm210.

XM2+ no idea because have no intention of using it.

The difference would be -1.3% in diameter for 195/50R16, +1.7% in diamter for 195/55R16. If wanted closed to original size, 195/50R16 would be better. If the number diameter difference too high eg. more than 2% it might affect the accuracy of speedometer.

Can use this website to check, just key in original size and look for alternative size:
https://tiresize.com/tyre-size-calculator/

Can try falken ze310.
Only67dB super low noise tyre.

No easy to find Falken tyres that comes in 185/55/16.

https://www.falkentyre.com/en/tyres/car-tyr...ct-detail/40535

Wide range of size available for ze310.

Yes.. I know there are a wide range of selection. However, it's difficult to find a tyre shop which carries the Falken ZE310 with 185/55/16

This ZE410 tread looks good.

This post has been edited by Thrust: May 16 2021, 11:13 AM

185/55R16 is an OEM size. Dont think 195/50R16 is an OEM size hence finding for choices are quite limited. You are better off with OEM size for variety.

Problem is the 185/55/16, only Honda uses this size. Very seldom other manufacturers are using this tyre size for their entry level cars here in Malaysia.

Currently i'm using continental UC6 for about 3 years & i had clocked in distance of 70,000km. It is the time to get a new set for my 4 tyres. The UC6 comfort, handling experience is much better than PC2, CC6 & Bridgestone Turanza ER300

I'm thinking to try out Hankook Ventus Prime 3 this round. Any one has the review for Hankook Ventus Prime 3?

Falken tires are distributed by Stamfort tires Shah Alam.

https://www.stamfordtyres.com.my/ziex-ze310r-ecorun/

They do have 185/55/R16 for Falken ZE310.
Some tire shop dont have relationship with them so will purposely try to push other brand or in-house available tire to clear.

They have official retail shop and i have personally call them and ask for quote & shipment details before. It can be done if you got the will.

https://www.stamfordtyres.com.my/retail-workshop/

This post has been edited by littlefire: Sep 8 2021, 06:08 PM

Just get Ventus Prime 3. Its Premium touring same as Michelin Primacy 4 and Bridgestone Turanza T005A.

That UC6 for me not yet reach premium touring level. Still touring level same as cc6, just more grip than cc6.

mind to share how much you got your hankook ventus prime 3?

Based on feedback from tyre reviews, seems like the UC6 performs slightly better overall as compared to Ventus Prime 3.

https://www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/Continenta...Contact-UC6.htm

https://www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/Hankook/Ve...rime-3-K125.htm

turanza T005 good? i only use turanza GR before

This post has been edited by ktek: Sep 9 2021, 01:11 PM

https://www.tyrereviews.com/Tyre/Continenta...Contact-UC6.htm

If not mistaken UC6 were introduce to replace MC5 in Malaysia market.
MC5 previously is under Premium Touring Category and upgraded to UHP level for MC6
So UC6 now is replacing the MC5 place and should be under Premium Touring level.
Oversea website also market UC6 as Premium Touring Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Car

1st choice: ContiPremiumContact 2, can get tng ewallet voucher now if change 2tyre get rm20, 4tyre get rm40. Continental 150 years celebration. But not easy to find Cpc2.
2nd choice: GY triplemax 2

But ts say uc6 better than pc2

For comfort and durable yes, uc6 better.
For handling and grips, definitely cpc2 traction AA, best when it cut water puddle.

FYI, the traction value is not for handling. It is for the tire’s ability to stop in wet weather situations.
In other words, the AA rated tire will have a shorter braking distance on wet road surfaces than the C rated tire.

https://www.prioritytire.com/blog/tire-temp...re-rating-utqg/