There are many threads on this if you do a quick search. Consider the same questions. Location? Snow? Off Road? Towing? FWD/AWD? High speed cornering? Noise Level? What was on it? What did you like or dislike about them? Brand or price premium preference?

Many thought factors go into recommendations. Some people will just walk into dealer or tire store and get what they say. Some will go to used tire place and say give me 4 that have legal tread. Some will get 4 of the least expensive NO-NAME-IUM because they are black and almost round and then complain they $uck and whole car vibrates, hydroplanes, and every worst character you can find.

Don't just look at threads with EX-L. That will just give what your stock size is. The tire recommendations will be basically the same for all trim levels based on size availability. All will account for personal experience and factors listed above.

 

There are many threads on this if you do a quick search. Consider the same questions. Location? Snow? Off Road? Towing? FWD/AWD? High speed cornering? Noise Level? What was on it? What did you like or dislike about them? Brand or price premium preference?

Many thought factors go into recommendations. Some people will just walk into dealer or tire store and get what they say. Some will go to used tire place and say give me 4 that have legal tread. Some will get 4 of the least expensive NO-NAME-IUM because they are black and almost round and then complain they $uck and whole car vibrates, hydroplanes, and every worst character you can find.

FWD, Houston, TX, no high speed cornering, no towing. I don't know the specific model but have Bridgestone currently. They are a bit noisy. I am replacing only 2, not looking for cheap solutions.

 

If your driving Texas Highways (no snow), I highly recommend the High Performance Sumitomo HTR AS P03. The stability and control on 75mph highways is a justifiable sacrifice for the little snow we have to worry with in my opinion. I’d replace all 4 regardless with what you decide on.

 

Why only replacing 2? That to me suggests that there was a lack of tire rotations that should be considered for future. For overall equal handling and safety all tires should be the same brand/model and have close to similar tread depth. If different they will react different especially in wet weather.

You are only FWD but handling characteristics should be the factor. My father-in-law on an AWD didn't rotate and keep them even. Car handled poorly in bad weather and then destroyed the rear differential because of the difference of size front to back with deep tread and no tread even though same tire brand/model. His lack of rotations cost him the price of 4 matching tires and about $1500 iirc for a new rear differential.

 

Why only replacing 2? That to me suggests that there was a lack of tire rotations that should be considered for future. For overall equal handling and safety all tires should be the same brand/model and have close to similar tread depth. If different they will react different especially in wet weather.

You are only FWD but handling characteristics should be the factor. My father-in-law on an AWD didn't rotate and keep them even. Car handled poorly in bad weather and then destroyed the rear differential because of the difference of size front to back with deep tread and no tread even though same tire brand/model. His lack of rotations cost him the price of 4 matching tires and about $1500 iirc for a new rear differential.

Honda dealership suggested only 2 tires, hence the two. Going to go to Firestone and get their opinion.

When we replaced the tires on our 2016 EX-L we got the Michelin Defender LTX M/S from Costco; they’ve worked well in dry, rain, snow, and ice. I‘ve had Continentals on previous vehicles, and I’m looking at the LX25’s to replace the stock tires on my RAV4 Hybrid.
Just a suggestion, look at tirerack.com and discounttire.com for reviews and tests and discount clubs (Costco, Sam‘s, etc.) for possibly the best prices.

Do they all provide the same services like balancing? I was looking for Firestone because they do balancing and alignment check but more importantly give a discount on the lifetime alignment.

 

Use the search feature. A lot of this depends on what you like, your budget and how you drive.

On the lower price end you can't go wrong with what @Nail Grease recommended in the Sumitomo PO3. I'm actually kicking myself for not putting them on my wife's 330, the BFGoodrich I bought are loud and I would never buy again.

Great reviews for the price.

Stepping up from that... I've always been a fan of the Firestone Destination series.

Once you get passed $225 you got a lot of Michelin and Continental options.

The Continental LX 25s are popular and so are the Michelin Defender.

My current favorite but at the top end of pricing for the daily Florida rain, plush super quiet ride the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Not a dog toy however my beagle begs to differ.

 

On the lower price end you can't go wrong with what @Nail Grease recommended in the Sumitomo PO3. I'm actually kicking myself for not putting them on my wife's 330, the BFGoodrich I bought are loud and I would never buy again.

Once you get passed $225 you got a lot of Michelin and Continental options.

The Continental LX 25s are popular and so are the Michelin Defender.

My current favorite but at the top end of pricing for the daily Florida rain, plush super quiet ride the Michelin CrossClimate 2.

Not a dog toy however my beagle begs to differ.

What model are the BFG's that are on the wife's 330 that you would not recommend?

Many like the Destination LE's as an all around. I would also recommend the Pirelli AS3 based on the Pirelli's on my Accord and daughters CRV.

I like the CC2's my only concern and probably just me but I still like the ability to cross rotate for wear/noise. Others have different opinion on changing direction of rotation.

My pound special mutt would feel the same about that new toy.

On NailGrease's theory and use in Texas, the idea of paying less and being able to replace sooner due to heat damage is not all bad. Not trying to squeak out the last couple fractions of tread and getting new as long as they meet all personal requirements.

 

When we replaced the tires on our 2016 EX-L we got the Michelin Defender LTX M/S from Costco; they’ve worked well in dry, rain, snow, and ice. I‘ve had Continentals on previous vehicles, and I’m looking at the LX25’s to replace the stock tires on my RAV4 Hybrid.
Just a suggestion, look at tirerack.com and discounttire.com for reviews and tests and discount clubs (Costco, Sam‘s, etc.) for possibly the best prices.

 

I love my michelin defenders on my pilot so worth all the extra money living in northern Massachusetts .best tires I've ever owned

 

Also related, I'm a bit shocked that tire places want upwards of $30/tire to mount and balance (18"). Discount Tire here in North Texas quoted me like $147 for 4 tires (including taxes, shop, & disposal, etc fees I'm sure).
My local city tire shop who charged me only $60 cash for mount & balance like 2 years ago, yesterday wanted $100 for the same 30 minutes of work. I understand inflation and cost of living increases, etc - but 66% ? I'm sure they are just following Discount Tire. I did find another local shop that did it for $60, but had to head back to them after a few miles as the wife heard several thunks which was the sound of the balancing weights flying off the rim

 

I have been a Discount Tire customer for years with several cars. They have good prices, excellent service and knowledgeable staff and great road hazard guarantee. I really like the free repairs, even for tires they didn't sell. I had a very slow leak in one of the tires on my 2021 Pilot, under 9,000 miles on the car. I stopped at Discount Tire downtown Monday and they fixed it no charge. Hard to beat service like that. That is also where I bought a new spare tire for my '57 Pontiac when I bought the car seven years ago. I didn't realize that nowadays there are very few 14" tires rated for automobile use; most are rated for trailers. DT had the tire I needed in stock, though.

 

Stay away from bridgestone there horrible tires I bought michelin defenders for my 2020 exl.or lease expensive general grabbers or altimax rt43.my friend and I hated bridgestones on all my hondas only lasted 25 to 28k look at reviews for bridgestones duelers 3.2 rating you will regret if you buy.my friend and i didn't like the ride from a Firestone tires .I had 4 cars with bridgestone duelers on my crvs and pilots and my friends hyundai santa fe and nissan rogue

 

So which ones do u recommend?

 

I just put these on my 2018 Honda Pilot Elite. Crossover Tires For Variable Conditions – Celsius CUV

 

If Honda gave me buy 2 get 2 free Bridgestone Duler HP Sport AS, I still wouldn’t buy them.
True, I don’t like overpaying for tires. The problem with 80k mile tires is I’d never use them up before they harden = noisy tires. So I’ve learned to buy 60k mile tires. Not a fan of squishy touring tires.

 

If Honda gave me buy 2 get 2 free Bridgestone Duler HP Sport AS, I still wouldn’t buy them.
True, I don’t like overpaying for tires. The problem with 80k mile tires is I’d never use them up before they harden = noisy tires. So I’ve learned to buy 60k mile tires. Not a fan of squishy touring tires.

Between Michelin Defender LTX - M/S and Firestone Destination LE3, which one would you recommend? I am getting both for the same price. Michelin from Costco and Firestone from Firestone.

 

You’ll have to research the difference between Costco, Sam’s Club, and Discount Tire. I believe road hazard and replacement are included (with installation) with Costco and Sam’s but extra with Discount Tire. Not sure about discounts on alignments or other services. For me, cost would be the major factor as I have Costco, Sam’s Club, and Discount Tire within 5 miles of my house.

 

I have the Michelin Defender LTX. I have had the previous model (just LTX M/S no Defender) and the tread pattern and characteristics are the same for me. They worked well on last model as does the current version for all my needs (towing, beach, gravel, light mud) and the normal quiet good dry and wet.

I have friends that swear by Firestone and hate Michelin and the Destinations work for them in the same conditions I go. Then I also forum debate with Nail Grease .

Definitely check the road hazard. Discount Tire Direct charged extra for the RH certificates that Tire Rack included in the price. Factor all those in as well as convenience, coverage in places you go if issues, and even shop reputation reviews.

I get tires from Costco, Sams, Tire Rack, Discount Tire direct but you need factor in installation costs etc for the mail order.

I had lifetime balance from Firestone on a Ford Explorer with Dunlop Radial Rover tires that never stayed in balance. I was back monthly. I switched to the Michelin LTX and never had to have them rebalanced after that. I have my normal shop do my alignment when I buy new tires and if I hit a huge pothole or notice odd wear. Some people us the lifetime religiously many times a year. It also gets you back into the shop so they can suggest other services you might need (or don't really yet)

 

I got a quote from Costco for the Michelin Defender LTX 245/60R18 for 254.99 each before installation package, tax and fees where as local tire shop quote Firestone Destination LT3 245/60R18 for 196.99 each before installation, tax and fees with additional up to 110 mail-in rebate. Both 70K mile tires. I am considering on going with the Firestone Destination LT3 based on my driving habit and terrain (Northern Virginia). I would say my OEM Bridgestone Dueler H/P A/S is at 60,300 miles and failed passing the inspection due to "cords visible on both front tires" and rec \\ all 4 tires showing secondary rubber" to my eyes it all look Okay and I could use it for another 10K without an issue. Being the local tire shop the place of inspection and also they recommend replacing the 2 tires reminds me the judge and the executioner being the same one, holy crap.

 

That’s some high prices for a 70k mile tire. 65k mile tires and warranty by NTB or Big O.

 

I just got 4 Nokian Ones about a month ago. They feel great to me. I'm no expert, though... just a regular guy driving a pilot.

 

One more tire opinion (and I am "Mr Tire-Over-Analysis") especially dedicated winter tires.

Dont over look the Nexen N'Fera RU5 All- Season.
I purchased a set of slightly oversized 18" BMW X4 wheels for my 2011, for a summer setup and these tires came with the deal.
I had never heard of the brand before, but MAN are they quiet! and a very smooth ride

Nexen N'Fera RU5 255/55/R18 about $155
Simpletire.com has 245 review and gives them a 4.2 rating

I cannot tell you how they do in the snow, but I will find out this winter and circle back.

 

Plenty of feedback but I'll add my two pennies. We got a 2021 Pilot Elite AWD. We live in northeast Iowa and travel to North Dakota during the holidays to visit my wife's family. She hit something in the road in June on her way to visit her parents and had to replace all four tires. I wasn't with her on the trip but she made it to a Discount Tire before the two left tires went completely flat. They talked her into the Michelin CrossClimate 2. There was only a $200 difference between CrossClimate 2 and the only other available tire they had in stock for the Pilot.

The CrossClimate 2 tires are good. They have 5k miles on them as of now and they are mostly quiet with a little bit of hum if you're listening closely enough. I liked them enough to put them on my Accord.

To Nail Grease's point, if you're only in Texas or some place where snow isn't an issue, you have a ton of options for you. But if you have to travel north at all during winter months then you'll want a decent all season tire.

 

Cooper Tires Rugged Trek 265/50/20.
We have 2016 Honda Pilot Elite AWD. Houston Area
$252/tire with installation @ Discount tire (11/2021)
Im on 8,000+ miles now, we love it. No issues no rub. We bought x5 tires. 5th for my full size spare. It will fit under the spare tire hoist. But I dont have a trailer hitch FIY. Max speed to date in Highway 99. 100+mph 😎 Drives like a truck hummmm noise. My wife loves it. Drives like crazy 😎

 

I use Michelin Latitudes on my 2003 Pilot and I have been very pleased with them.

 

Been running Goodyear Assurance for about a year now on our 2012 FWD. I like the Michelins at Costco. Would've went with those but Goodyear was having a sale.

 

The Firestone Destinations LE's have been my go-to after the OEM Michelin's went on our 2013 AWD Pilot. I wasn't crazy about the wear or noise from the Michelins and they were much more $ than the Tirerack recommended Firestones. The LE2's felt slightly floatly when new, but the updated LE3's don't have that feeling. About at 50k lifespan for me and had them on our previous 2004 AWD Pilot. I could get more if I really went to the wear limit, but heavy Florida downpours and shallow tire tread doesn't make for safe family trips in the Pilot. Also, when I took the Tirerack ordered tires to my local Tires Plus, they asked me if I knew they were a Firestone dealer and would match Tireracks price. Their shop network would make it very convenient to service any flats, etc... The mounting prices are reasonable and if you keep your cars as long as I do, it may make sense to purchase the lifetime alignment package as well. So, that's what I have done for the last 2 sets. I am still very much a Tirerack fan for my other vehicles.

 

Walmart has dropped the price on all their Goodyear Reliant all-season tires. This private brand made by Goodyear carries the exact same tread warranty as the Goodyear brand Assurance all-season tires.

 

I am on my second set of Defender LTX on my 2017 Pilot EX-L. My dealer agreed to switch out the sock tires before delivery fora $400 upcharge.

These tires are rugged enough for some rocky roads as well.

 

I’ve had Cooper Evolution on my ‘16 pilot and they got worn down to 5/32” in just 30k (despite gentle driving and tire rotation every 5k). Installed Michelin Defenders LTX M/S (with 50% discount) and holy cow they are smooth and quite. We’ll see how they age but so far driving experience is amazing

 

Bought Kumos I forgot the model. It’s a 70K rated tire. So far so good as far as rode noise.

 

I got the Michelin Crossclimate 2 for my 2020 Touring last week. So far so good, no excessive road noise and it handled great during a downpour a couple of days ago.