We are buying a new Nissan Murano SL AWD. It comes with Goodyear Eagle LS tires: 235/65TR18. When buying a new car, we generally also get dedicated Nokian winter tires on their own (steel) wheels.
According to our local dealer, steel wheels are not available in either an 18" or 17" size. As we would prefer not to buy alloy wheels for winter tires, we are considering either staying with 18" tires or going down to 16".
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta SUV is available as a 235/60TR18XL. The variance is -3.1%.
It also is available as a 255/70TR16. The variance is 0.1%.
Both tires exceed the Goodyear Eagle's load rating.
Is either tire a safe, desirable choice?
If not, can someone recommend an alternative?
Thanks in advance.
David G.
According to our local dealer, steel wheels are not available in either an 18" or 17" size. As we would prefer not to buy alloy wheels for winter tires, we are considering either staying with 18" tires or going down to 16".
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta SUV is available as a 235/60TR18XL. The variance is -3.1%.
It also is available as a 255/70TR16. The variance is 0.1%.
Both tires exceed the Goodyear Eagle's load rating.
Is either tire a safe, desirable choice?
If not, can someone recommend an alternative?
Thanks in advance.
David G.