TheRok

I am purchasing new max performance tires for my CLK500. I want tires that are the most comfortable and produce the least amount of road noise. Performance can take a back seat to ride comfort for now.

The tire sizes are 235/40/18 (F) and 265/35/18 (R)

I am currently sold on the Bridgestone S-03. I also am looking at Nitto 355, Yoko AVS, Pilot sports and PZero Nero.

I live in the Los Angeles area and drive both rocky streets and smooth highways.

Thanks in advance for any feedback.

Luke –

I hope you would be the best to answer the question.

fast eddie

TheRok

Stay away from the yoko avs if noise is an issue, had em and they're loud. Give the kumho asx a look, got em on linc ls (245/40/18) they ride good and are quiet.

Luke@tirerack

I would suggest that you take a serious look at the Goodyear Eagle F1 GS-D3

Fluid

I just installed a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires in 225/45/17 on 17x8 BBS RC rims on the '04 CLK320, and after 500 miles I'm impressed. They are quiet for a performance tire, and the ride is almost the same as the Factory 16" Contis. The PS2s are more precise in handling, better in braking, and overall a fine compromise between performance and comfort. No more wandering either, a slight issue with the factory tires.

I was worried before I purchased them that they would be noisy or too rough riding, but not at all. They ARE afterall a max performance tire, but my wife is very pleased with them - her car. [Texas roads are not too bad, other areas with rougher roads may affect the tire's confort level.]