How can I improve my XF Sportbrake's bumpy ride?

I have never been happy with the bumpy ride in my Jaguar XF Sportbrake and now I need to replace all four tyres. Please could you recommend the best tyres to give a softer ride?

Asked on 29 January 2016 by Arthur Gregory

Answered by Honest John

The answer might be to change the wheels as well as the tyres. If the car is on 19 or 20-inch wheels, the tyres will be very low profile and that leaves little cushioning effect between the wheel rims and the road. Switching to 17 or 18=inch wheels with deeper profile tyres will help.

Tags: ride comfort wheels and tyres

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