GL Class (X164) 2007-2012: GL320CDI, GL420CDI, GL450, GL550

So has anyone running 255/55R19 already?

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Old 02-26-2014, 10:38 PM
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So has anyone running 255/55R19 already?

Next month I am going to change my x164's tyres. I have figured 275 will not be a viable option, so I am going for the 255/55/R19

Going to get either:

HANKOOK DYNAPRO ATM RF10
COOPER ZEON LTZ

There is another option: PIRELLI SCORPION ATRm which I have been told by many it is rubbish.

Anyway wonder if anyone has tried to run a 255/55/R19 on their 164? Does it make a significant difference on the ride?

Thanks in advance for your comments
Old 02-27-2014, 10:31 AM
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2008 GL320CDI (265k) & 2017 GLS450 (120k)
Stock 19'' tire is 97.10in , 255/55/19 is 94.38in
I personally would go with 255/60/19 if you want to go narrower. It would be 97.54in.
0.45% variance is better than -2.80%
Old 02-27-2014, 02:39 PM
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why 275s are not a viable option?

there are several very reasonably priced tires... no need to experiment. especially if not dedicated winter tires.
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alx, but they are all All Terrain.

Thanks for the advise a2j
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After some extensive research today. (I literally spend the whole day on this)

I have decided to go for the CONTINENTAL CONTI4X4CONTACT, but with the original size of 275/55/R19 instead.

It seems the tyre can handles some light offroad, but also perform well on normal road.
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GL450 / GSX-R / Acura RL / Acura TL Type-S
Here's good website to compare tires/wheels/offset/etc..
http://www.tire-size-calculator.info/
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Thanks kingbolom

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