[Spaceme1117]

So I am looking to buy a set of all-season tires for my 2017 Camaro 2SS. I have a set of 1LE wheels with Pilot Sport 4S's for the summer.

I cannot decide between the Continentals or the Michelins.

Anyone have experience with these? I am looking for the smoothest, most comfortable ride and lowest road noise (not concerned with performance as these are the best).

Thanks.

[WhiteMale]

I think both are on par with each other though the DWS is an older design it's got an updated rubber compound to (supposedly) improve snow traction. I think the DWS is generally very well liked but some report a soft sidewall on the non+ version of the tire so it's got some mushy handling. I'd really think that both are excellent and one's not per se better or worse than the other in performance.

[Spaceme1117]

Originally Posted by WhiteMale

I think both are on par with each other though the DWS is an older design it's got an updated rubber compound to (supposedly) improve snow traction. I think the DWS is generally very well liked but some report a soft sidewall on the non+ version of the tire so it's got some mushy handling. I'd really think that both are excellent and one's not per se better or worse than the other in performance.

Thanks.

The Continentals I am looking at are the updated DWS06 Plus's. I am leaning toward these as in most of the reviews seem to have better comfort and road noise characteristics and do a little better in the snow. Are a few hundred dollars cheaper too.

[Msquared]

The DWS 06 Plus seems to compare very favorably to the Michelin PS A/S 4 (not 3). I agree that the Conti has better ride and lower noise. The new Michelin actually seems to have a slight edge in snow while the Conti is better on ice, but both tires are a way ahead of the rest of the pack. If you really meant the Michelin A/S 3, then I think the new Conti is the better tire.

[WhiteMale]

Originally Posted by Spaceme1117

Thanks.

The Continentals I am looking at are the updated DWS06 Plus's. I am leaning toward these as in most of the reviews seem to have better comfort and road noise characteristics and do a little better in the snow. Are a few hundred dollars cheaper too.

Of the two you might just be talking about what your budget supports as there's not a huge difference in those two, IMHO.

[enzia35]

Conti would be more comfortable.

[Spaceme1117]

Originally Posted by WhiteMale

Of the two you might just be talking about what your budget supports as there's not a huge difference in those two, IMHO.

I was also looking at the newer Pilot Sport All Season 4's and had considered them as well.

Price was not really a concern and if the ride quality of either of the Michelins would have been ranked better in the various reviews I have read and review videos, I would have not hesitated to go with either.

I think what convinced me on the DWS06+'s was the greater amount of siping which should be better on snow. And the overall better comfort and noise quality.

I watched a video on Tyre's Review channel on YouTube and they tested the Michelin All Season 4's on a C8 Corvette. The tires could not handle packed or deep snow and they considered it to really be more of a "3 Season" tire.

By the way, I purchased the Continentals through Discount Tire. They have a 5% off for Cyber Monday and I also used their Discount Tire card financing. This gave me an additional $80 off the price and 0% financing. There is also a $70 rebate on these tires right now. If you are looking to save some money, the time is good right now.

[enzia35]

Even better is their 10% off sales. Prolly not as prevalent nowadays though.

[ctrlz]

Originally Posted by Spaceme1117

was the greater amount of siping...

You win. I learned a new word!
https://www.lesschwab.com/article/pe...re-siping.html

[Allez]

Looks like the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4 ZP is a run flat, which could be an advantage. Personally I have DWS06+'s on the way.

[Msquared]

Originally Posted by Allez

Looks like the Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 4 ZP is a run flat, which could be an advantage. Personally I have DWS06+'s on the way.

They make them in run-flat and non-run-flat versions. I would personally avoid the run-flats because they tend to ride harshly and whoever has to mount your tires will probably hate you and pour sugar in your gas tank.

[Allez]

Originally Posted by Msquared

They make them in run-flat and non-run-flat versions. I would personally avoid the run-flats because they tend to ride harshly and whoever has to mount your tires will probably hate you and pour sugar in your gas tank.

Ha, didn't realize there were two versions. I had thought maybe they had found the elusive combination of smooth ride and run-flat.

[Vaska]

Ordered a set of DWS06 plus for next summer. Picked them due to availability, price and reviews. My main concern was noise was comfort. Autox is largely gone in my area so a dedicated summer for street use was pointless.

[Msquared]

Originally Posted by Allez

Ha, didn't realize there were two versions. I had thought maybe they had found the elusive combination of smooth ride and run-flat.

That's still a unicorn as far as I know.