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Best tyres for a Lexus IS

My car is a Lexus IS250, 2008, with 225/45/R17 tyres (front) and 245/45/R17 (rear).

I recognise that 16 inch rims may have been better but, with the existing 17 inch wheels, which tyres will give the smoothest and most comfortable ride over rough or otherwise less than perfect surfaces?

Asked on 16 September 2012 by GSL

Answered by Honest John
On 17s, 225/45 R17s all round. Probably Michelin Primacy 3 or Pilot Sport 3. Or Goodyear Excellence. But better to go to 16s with 205/55 R16 Toyo J48s or Primacy 3s or Excellence.

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