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Does anyone have another opinion :shades:
The 'tomos are a good choice.
May I also recommend the Yokohama AVID ENVigor (H&V) as well? They've tested very well in Tirerack's latest testing, and I can recommend them, since I'd put 25K miles on the previous-gen Yokohamas (the Avid W4S) before selling my '04 Mazda6, and they were simply outstanding. VERY quiet on the highway, excellent dry and wet traction (no hydroplaning), and there was still plenty of tread left for another 25K miles.
Also check out the Goodyear Eagle GT. They've also tested well, and have gotten good reviews, at a bargain price.
Hi,
I just bought a 2010 Mazda6 Touring. The ride is very, very rough. Yes, I know it has a sport tuned suspension, but the car I purchased seems to ride very differently from those I test-drove. Every little thing in the road feels like I'm slamming into the ground. The seats also seem loose (just tapping the back of them with my hand shows a lot of play in the entire seat). The result is a very uncomfortable ride. The headrest hits the back of my head after each slight bump in the road, not just once, but it actually bounces off it a few times. Ten minutes in this car gives me a headache! I passed up the car I really love, the Mazda3 (fabulous car!), in order have a smoother ride for myself and my passengers. Now I don't have the fun of the M3 or the smoother ride of the larger sedan. What can I do to improve the ride? Any tips on how to get the dealer to address this issue?
Thanks
So check your tire pressure. If you don't know how, not only would this be a good time to learn, but it ought to be part of your routine maintenance checks - like checking and changing the oil.
BTW, the proper tire pressure can be found on the vehicle tire placard - and starting in 2008, it should be on the driver's door!
I have heard that getting a "taller" tire may help. But by how much? And what will I be giving up?
I think a lot of my problem also stems from the seats being 'loose'. Anyone else have that problem with the M6?
Thanks,
Thanks!
Have you had the dealer check out the seat to see if they agree that it is loose?
I'm from Croatia (Europe), and I have exactly the same problem.
I bought new Mazda 6 on march 2010, and been very unhappy whith ride
quality. So I changed the tires from 17 inch to 16 inch, (cost me additional
1200 Euro), and now ride quality seems little bit better, but I'm not
satisfied enough. It is hard to believe, that type of car "family sedan" have
stiff suspension like Mazda 6.
Please, let me know about your's future actions and experience.
Thanks
I'm looking for some advice on winter tires for my new 2010 Mazda 6 GT i4 in Canada, in terms of tires, it has the same tires as the s Grand Touring in the US: 235/45/R18.
I will ask my dealership about recommended winter tires and wheels, but wanted some opinions here.
The best reviewed winter tires on Tire Rack are the Michelin X-Ice, and they do have the same size 235/45/R18 - The issue for me is that that I can't find 18" steel wheels in my area at reasonable price.
My question is:
What are alternative, SAFE, tires/wheels in the 17" for 2010 Mazda 6 s Grand Touring.
Thanks in advance for any advice.
Cheers
Do you have have the exact configuration of the tires (xxx/xx/17)?
Cheers
General Altimax Arctic Q and Nokian Hakkapeliitta 5.
But it looks like, based on tests rather than consumer reviews, Tire Rack actually put Continental ExtremeWinterContact and Bridgestone Blizzak WS60 ahead of the Michelins:
http://www.tirerack.com/tires/tests/testDisplay.jsp?ttid=122
As for size, why not just look up the size that was used on the 2010 Mazda6, when equipped with 17 inch wheels? (apparently that would be: 215/55-17)
The downside is that the lower tire pressures typically wear out tires faster and hurt fuel economy.
Exchanging the 17s for a set of 16s would probably yield even better results..
I live in Los Angeles and never drive in the snow or any serious weather conditions, so I'm not concerned about that.
Thanks!!
Which model Falkens are you looking for? Any other brands/models you are also looking into?
What a disapointment this is. My son has a 2007 Elantra with the same tires, but they are not green. The car rides like a Cadillac and is so nice and comfortable to drive. Any suggestio?ns anybody
It makes a difference in what can be done to fix the problem.
If you have a vibration, then replacing the tires would be called for.
If the problem is a rough ride, then we need to do a little homework: What are the 2 tire sizes involved - the 2013 and the 2007?