Tire info for 2007 Honda Fit Sport

[CaptainRusty]

Just bought a used 2007 Honda Fit Sport with the factory 15" mags. The tires that are on it are FINISHED! So what better way than to start off fresh with some nice high efficiency low rolling resistance tires. I know close to nothing about tire brands aimed at fuel efficiency. What should I be getting for my particular model car?

Thanks!

[Daox]

What size tires does the car have on it now? Tirerack says it could have a 15" or 16" wheel.

[CapriRacer]

Originally Posted by CaptainRusty

Just bought a used 2007 Honda Fit Sport with the factory 15" mags. The tires that are on it are FINISHED! So what better way than to start off fresh with some nice high efficiency low rolling resistance tires. I know close to nothing about tire brands aimed at fuel efficiency. What should I be getting for my particular model car?

Thanks!

First, understand that there is a technology triangle involving Rolling resistance, Traction (especially wet traction), and treadwear. Any improvements in one area means sacrifices in the others.

Second, you have to be aware that the term "LRR" is a relative term. It means "this tire has better RR than other tires with the same treadwear and traction properties.

Having said that, you have a decision to make. Do you want good RR or do you want good traction, or do you want good treadwear - or do you want a good balance of the 3?

[CaptainRusty]

Originally Posted by CapriRacer

First, understand that there is a technology triangle involving Rolling resistance, Traction (especially wet traction), and treadwear. Any improvements in one area means sacrifices in the others.

Second, you have to be aware that the term "LRR" is a relative term. It means "this tire has better RR than other tires with the same treadwear and traction properties.

Having said that, you have a decision to make. Do you want good RR or do you want good traction, or do you want good treadwear - or do you want a good balance of the 3?

A good all-around balance of the 3 would make sense to me. I'm still looking for tires, need to have that issue resolved within the next few days as I'm still on my set of winter tires.

[echo-francis]

look at the Michelin Energy Saver A/S or Michelin Defender or Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max
all avaliable at canadien tire or Bridgestone - Ecopia EP422 not at canadien tire

[CaptainRusty]

Originally Posted by echo-francis

look at the Michelin Energy Saver A/S or Michelin Defender or Goodyear Assurance Fuel Max
all avaliable at canadien tire or Bridgestone - Ecopia EP422 not at canadien tire

With my STOCK tire size of 195/55R15 I am very limited with LRR tires in my neck of the woods, so... The next best size of 185/60R15 has a better selection...

I can get the Bridgestone Ecopia EP422 and the Michelin Defender at my Costco (Laval) for $588,63 and $600,12 (with a rebate) respectively. Out of the 2, which would you recommend? Assuming that fuel efficiency is my number one priority, quality and handling a close second. I run seperate winter tires so winter driving is a non-issue.

Thanks,

Rusty

[California98Civic]

The narrower 185s will give a modest aero benefit over the 195s. I have Defenders and so far like them a lot. EDIT: looks like you could get the ecopias in 175/65r15 and have almost the exact same overall diameter (maybe slightly taller), while losing a little tire weight and getting a better aero tire. That's what I would do. I have 175/70r13 tirss on my civic right now.

[Cobb]

Hows the Fit? Considering its a sport model with a low final drive you can likely afford to go to a 60 or 65 series tire and actually gain mpg. I have an insight and went from 175 65 r 15 to 185 65 r 15. They are half an inch taller, makes the speed o match my gps in terms of speed. My car was off by 2 mph. I got the general t43 tires with the rebate from tirerack.