Kuhmo, Conti, Pirelli or Yokohoma...?

toicy4ya · 06-13-2012, 06:25 AM

Sup Guys,

I need a new set of all season tires for my 06 330xi staggered set up. Currently I have RFT and want to purchase regular tires. In searching the forum it appears the Conti Extreme DWS seems to be the board favorite but I wanted to hear some feedback in comparison to the ones listed below. Overall i am looking for a softer ride with a good grip and strong sidewall for city driving. The following are my options. Based on my budget;

1. Kuhmo Ecsta 4X $664
2. Continental. Extreme Contact DWS $774
3. Pirelli PZero $684
4. Yokohama Advan S4 $780

Any feedback is greatly appreciated.

Sauer · 06-13-2012, 06:57 AM

I have the Conti DWS and I really like them. Good grip and great wet traction. I got caught in one of our S. Carolina downpours the other day and I didn't have any issues. Plus, they have a really good warranty and potential for longer treadlife.

toicy4ya · 06-13-2012, 07:10 AM

Thanks, that's the one I'm leaning towards. I'm curious how the others compare.

EUROE90 · 06-13-2012, 08:23 AM

i ordered the conti dws i love them. so far i have about 1500 miles on them and the are really quiet and soft couldnt be happier

toicy4ya · 06-13-2012, 09:05 AM

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Originally Posted by EUROE90

i ordered the conti dws i love them. so far i have about 1500 miles on them and the are really quiet and soft couldnt be happier

How much did you pay? Where did you order them from?

EUROE90 · 06-13-2012, 09:43 AM

i paid total with shipping from tirerack around 800 they arrived in 1 business day with ground shipping. I live in chicago area i guess they have a warehouse in indiana.

EUROE90 · 06-13-2012, 09:44 AM

my only concern with non runflats is a spare/ i may order bmw mobility kit/ or a donut somewhere. But the ride qauility vs runflat is muchhhh better and totally worth it.

Johnny D · 06-13-2012, 10:41 AM

I had the Khumo tires you listed and disliked them greatly. They were noisy after a few months wear and didnt have the traction I desired. Of the four options you listed I would choose the DWS tires.

cgm1978 · 06-13-2012, 06:40 PM

Continental dws if not on back order!

toicy4ya · 06-13-2012, 08:25 PM

Awesome I guess that kinda sealed the deal.

One question, when replacing the tire is there anything Special I need to do with the tps (I'm not sure if that's exactly what it's called)?

toicy4ya · 06-18-2012, 07:17 PM

Finally received and installed the Continental Extreme Contact DSW tires today. Holy Sh@T

What a difference from RFT's. The ride is so much smoother and quiter with a firmer grip on the road. It's a major difference.

Thanks for all your feedback.

Zengineer · 06-18-2012, 10:09 PM

Related question, i was leaning toward the DWS but i also read that 235 40 18 is preferred tire size for 18 in wheels. I cannot seem to find the DWS in 235... anyone have an opinion if DWS is worth the smaller tire?

Thanks!

View Poll Results: Tire Comparison
Kuhmo Ecsta 4X $664	4	21.05%
Continental Extreme Contact DWS $774	11	57.89%
Pirelli PZero $684	2	10.53%
Yokohama Advan S4 $780	2	10.53%
Voters: 19. You may not vote on this poll

06-13-2012, 06:25 AM	#1
toicy4ya Lieutenant 47 Rep 427 Posts Drives: 06 BMW 330XI Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Kuhmo, Conti, Pirelli or Yokohoma...? Sup Guys, I need a new set of all season tires for my 06 330xi staggered set up. Currently I have RFT and want to purchase regular tires. In searching the forum it appears the Conti Extreme DWS seems to be the board favorite but I wanted to hear some feedback in comparison to the ones listed below. Overall i am looking for a softer ride with a good grip and strong sidewall for city driving. The following are my options. Based on my budget; 1. Kuhmo Ecsta 4X $664 2. Continental. Extreme Contact DWS $774 3. Pirelli PZero $684 4. Yokohama Advan S4 $780 Any feedback is greatly appreciated. Last edited by toicy4ya; 06-13-2012 at 07:09 AM..
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06-13-2012, 06:57 AM	#2
Sauer Enlisted Member 8 Rep 43 Posts Drives: Jeep SRT8/2008 E90 335i Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Columbia, SC iTrader: (1)	I have the Conti DWS and I really like them. Good grip and great wet traction. I got caught in one of our S. Carolina downpours the other day and I didn't have any issues. Plus, they have a really good warranty and potential for longer treadlife.
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06-13-2012, 07:10 AM	#3
toicy4ya Lieutenant 47 Rep 427 Posts Drives: 06 BMW 330XI Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Thanks, that's the one I'm leaning towards. I'm curious how the others compare.
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06-13-2012, 08:23 AM	#4
EUROE90 Private 3 Rep 97 Posts Drives: E92 07 335i Black Sapphire Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Gurnee, IL iTrader: (0)	i ordered the conti dws i love them. so far i have about 1500 miles on them and the are really quiet and soft couldnt be happier __________________ 2007 E92 335i Black Sapphire Metallic current mods :JB4 BMS DCI HKS BOV/Chargepipe 19" Volk TE37 Replica's
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06-13-2012, 09:43 AM	#6
EUROE90 Private 3 Rep 97 Posts Drives: E92 07 335i Black Sapphire Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Gurnee, IL iTrader: (0)	i paid total with shipping from tirerack around 800 they arrived in 1 business day with ground shipping. I live in chicago area i guess they have a warehouse in indiana. __________________ 2007 E92 335i Black Sapphire Metallic current mods :JB4 BMS DCI HKS BOV/Chargepipe 19" Volk TE37 Replica's
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06-13-2012, 09:44 AM	#7
EUROE90 Private 3 Rep 97 Posts Drives: E92 07 335i Black Sapphire Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Gurnee, IL iTrader: (0)	my only concern with non runflats is a spare/ i may order bmw mobility kit/ or a donut somewhere. But the ride qauility vs runflat is muchhhh better and totally worth it. __________________ 2007 E92 335i Black Sapphire Metallic current mods :JB4 BMS DCI HKS BOV/Chargepipe 19" Volk TE37 Replica's
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06-13-2012, 10:41 AM	#8
Johnny D Major 64 Rep 1,087 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 325i Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Hot Springs, AR iTrader: (4) Garage List 2006 BMW 325i [9.16]	I had the Khumo tires you listed and disliked them greatly. They were noisy after a few months wear and didnt have the traction I desired. Of the four options you listed I would choose the DWS tires.
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06-13-2012, 06:40 PM	#9
cgm1978 Private 4 Rep 64 Posts Drives: 2009 BMW E92 sport package Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: usa iTrader: (0) Garage List 2009 BMW 328i Coupe ... [0.00]	Continental dws if not on back order!
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06-13-2012, 08:25 PM	#10
toicy4ya Lieutenant 47 Rep 427 Posts Drives: 06 BMW 330XI Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Awesome I guess that kinda sealed the deal. One question, when replacing the tire is there anything Special I need to do with the tps (I'm not sure if that's exactly what it's called)?
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06-18-2012, 07:17 PM	#11
toicy4ya Lieutenant 47 Rep 427 Posts Drives: 06 BMW 330XI Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: NYC iTrader: (0)	Finally received and installed the Continental Extreme Contact DSW tires today. Holy Sh@T What a difference from RFT's. The ride is so much smoother and quiter with a firmer grip on the road. It's a major difference. Thanks for all your feedback. __________________ 2006 330XI BSM, Terra Cotta Leather Interior, ZSP, ZPP, ZWP, ZCV, Comfort Access, Adaptive Xenon, Steptronic, Logic 7, Nav w/ IDrive
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06-18-2012, 10:09 PM	#12
Zengineer Private 20 Rep 75 Posts Drives: 2024 G20 M340xi BGM Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Oklahoma City iTrader: (0)	Related question, i was leaning toward the DWS but i also read that 235 40 18 is preferred tire size for 18 in wheels. I cannot seem to find the DWS in 235... anyone have an opinion if DWS is worth the smaller tire? Thanks!
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