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Old 01-31-2024, 11:01 PM   #12 (permalink)
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Using the Tesla Model 3 as an example, the 2023+ models with 18" wheels use the Michelin ePrimacy in 235/45r18. The models with 19" whels use the Hankook Ventus S1 EV03 in 235/40r19.

Michelin says the following about the ePrimacy:

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MICHELIN e·PRIMACY: eco-designed, made to last.

Reduce fuel consumption, CO2 emissions[1] and extend battery range[2][3] with MICHELIN e.PRIMACY, an eco-designed tyre, made to last.

• MICHELIN eco-designed summer tyre for fuel, hybrid and electric vehicles
• Lowest fuel consumption and CO2 emissions in its category[1][2]
• Extended battery range for electric vehicles[2][3]
• Long-lasting safety, from the first kilometre to the last
• Excellent longevity[4]
The ePrimacy has no treadwear rating, but based on its reported lifespan, I'd wager it would be around a 600, give or take.


Hankook says the following about the Ventus S1:

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The best balance between wet and dry performance.
The Hankook has a 280 treadwear rating, and is an Ultra High Performance tire.

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So, in the case of the Tesla, the 18" vs 19" is apples to oranges. The tire mounted on the 18's is a LRR eco tire, while the 19 gets a high performance tire.

In the case of the G5 Prius, the 17" get BluEarth-FE AE30, while the 19" get BluEarth-GT AE51. Just going by the names, the 17" is a F(uel)E(fficient) tire, while the 19 is a G(rand)T(ouring) tire.
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