Tesla Model 3 Tires Over 2 Years Later/Continental Pure Contact LS

[@brucemccarthy5883]

I bought the Continental PureContact LS about 5,000 miles ago - partially based on your recommendation and partially on my own research. My original Tesla tires had 4/32" left (which is when I normally replace my tires - less than that usually invites flats and noise). I found the new PureContact LS tires had noticeably less road noise. I just had then rotated and they are doing great. Thanks for your efforts.

[@ivancajka732]

European Model 3 comes with Pilot Sport 4 Acoustic. The foam only lowers the sound by 1-2 decibel. The biggest advantage the foam brings is it changes the frequency of the sound. Lower frequency is less audible to our ears

[@BeetleBeetleY]

Recently fitted Nokian Tyres One (235/45/18). They seem quite good so far and have a reinforced construction that is supposed to make them much more resistant to puncture damage. They seem as quiet as the originals and work well in the wet. Time will tell.

[@keithlprice7547]

Thank you, I am going to order a full set this week.

[@justinsugay1149]

Thorough and efficient with great details. Awesome and very useful video sir! Thank you! I just bought a 21 Model 3 std range plus w 16K miles on it. I am starting my research on tires now so I'm ready when the time comes.

[@dnizel1]

Very informative video! After 48 months and 30,000 miles, my 2018 Model 3 is still on its original 18” Michelins with 5.5/32” left on each tire. I am inclined to switch to the tires you have when these wear out.

[@mickborneo2611]

I am happy I found your videos. I am about ready to buy new 19” Sport tires for my model 3. Your analysis and honest evaluation of your current tires has convinced me to buy those. I’m at 32,500 and while the ride still feels awesome, I am not going to chance it by pushing them further. I like to accelerate too :) Thanks so much

[@netomilt]

It's been two years, time for that 4 year update and tell us if you still have the same tires or replaced them.

[@sicario4254]

Great, Informative video. As always. Thank you for sharing! That 96V speed sufficient for Tesla? As I recall they require higher speed tires and definitely heavy load barring. I got Michelin Winter Tires drove on for 3 months. Maybe find a home for them!

[@TheMstwntdLMSV123]

I have these tires on my Honda Accord and I have had a wonderful experience as well. A note on the tire foam- it does make a small, but measurable difference when comparing against the same tire, but since the PureContact LS have a newer, more advanced tread pattern, compound, and internal construction, they are a very quiet tire by nature. Thus, the noise they produce is comparable to your previous tire

[@Raptors0524]

I am due for tire replacements on my Honda Accord. These are the tires that are recommended. For some reason I like the Extreme Contact DWS 06+ but I know it’s probably not the right choice. Did you think about these tires before buying the Pure Contact Sport LS? What made you go with them over others? What type of gas mileage are you seeing with them?

[@TheMstwntdLMSV123]

@@Raptors0524 I have 16 inch wheels and the DWS06+ aren't made in that size, but my friend has them on his BMW 328i. They're excellent tires, but unless you want to trade more dry grip for increased road noise, stiffer ride, and less tread life, then I'd stick with a grand touring tire like the PureContact LS. I chose them because they were the quietest tire that didn't make any significant sacrifices in wet performance or tread life, and they're still one of the sportiest handling grand touring tires on the market. I have a full custom audio system and the Accord is notoriously noisy, so road refinement is my top priority. Today, there are quieter, softer riding tires and there are tires that perform better in extreme conditions, but most have increased rolling resistance, less tread life, and duller handling as a compromise.

[@Raptors0524]

@@TheMstwntdLMSV123 You make a lot of sense. The young man trapped inside wants the DWS06+ but the old man says I should stick to the PureContact LS 🤣. Thank you!!

[@verynick]

Thinking on getting these Continental LS on my 2020 Accord Hybrid at Les Schwab. I have their Reputation tires now but the LS are $70 cheaper gege

[@kodre]

Just replaced the stock Goodyears with foams on my 20' Model Y with 255/40R-20 VREDESTEIN QUATRAC PRO XL. It's been only a week, but I really love the new tires in the rain. I look forward to driving in the snow. I could not dream of getting the mileage you were getting; got only 26k on my stocks. The foam is bunk.

[@kichostone]

Hi, hows your Vredestein tires going? Is it a good buy?

[@kodre]

@@kichostone Still going strong. I put about 17 on them.

[@tdtesla]

Thanks FTG - I’ve had my car nearly a year now & done just over 8000km. Will definitely look back at this video when the time comes to swap my tires.

[@terryrodbourn2793]

You should trade your car in and get the new LFP battery!

[@RogerWilsonTodd]

Aug 2023 and still very helpful!

[@bohicajohnson7203]

6/32 is about 5mm, 3/32 is about 2.5 mm, 10/32 is about 8mm. I'm not sure what that is in washing machines or giraffes or what ever bizarre units the USA uses. Maybe give the metric values as well, because, Tesla's are metric, all bolts etc are in mm.

[@bluenycom]

Not just Tesla, all current cars are designed and made in metric. My Chevy Volt has all metric parts too. Yeah, i have never used **/32 units for anything.

[@TheGOF]

US has always used 32nd of an inch for tread depth. If that’s a problem, you could choose to live somewhere else.

[@georgewhite3825]

Thanks for this tire review; it’s helpful for me as I consider which tires to purchase for our Tesla Model 3 Long Range.

[@pepstein]

Very similar story for me. LR AWD with 19” wheels. Original Contis replaced after 35k miles with PureContact LS. Too soon to judge longevity. Road noise seems similar to original tires, but handling feels slightly less crisp. On the other hand, the new tires are surprisingly good in the snow. Edit: so far Wh/mile seems very similar to original tires. Perhaps a bit higher.

[@brandonlee93]

Educational as always! My tires are 235/45/r19. I plan on switching to 18” wheels and tires when the time comes. Currently rocking the Michelin CrossClimate 2’s and I won’t be changing the brand or model.

[@ironqqq]

Great update to the tires! Still hating my Bridgestone Quietracks. I have the exact same 2019 model 3 RWD 19" as you. I'm getting a horrible 279 Wh/mi after 18k miles! I was getting 256 Wh/mi on the ProContact RX.

[@DavidBajayo]

I changed my tires 1 month ago. I drive a Model 3 performance with 20” wheels. I got 37,000 miles out of the original Michelin the car came with, so I stuck with the same. Interestingly enough those tires where hard to come by, had to schedule with the Tesla SC, and the tires where cheaper than what tire rack advertisement them for ( and didn’t have them).

[@stormtrooper159]

I have been on a rage to reduce cabin noise in my model 3 LR. They came with the 19” wheels and Contis. I bought a set of 18” Tesla stock wheels from another owner and mounted the Michelin mxm4s. I also slapped the aero wheel caps. The set looks as ugly as can be but what a difference in ride comfort and reduction in cabin noise. The mxm4s also have acoustic foam but the wheel caps make a bigger difference in noise tbh. I also bought door seals from Amazon which also have a contributing factor. All in all couldn’t be happier. The 19” looks pretty but I am not the one looking at it while enduring the drive!

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

Thanks for sharing! I have gone back and forth many times on this very topic and just might swap out my 19" wheels for the 18" the next time I need new tires. Plus the tires are less expensive.

[@StormsparkPegasus]

250Wh/mile sounds really high for a Model 3. Mine gets 170-200 depending on time of year. I do have a SR+ though (18" aero wheels), and mine is new enough to have the Octovalve, so that's probably where the difference is. It's almost crazy how much the Octovalve increased efficiency.

[@jamesrose1191]

They also leave out 5 mills of rubber on the outside. I found this out when I replaced original at 35000 approx. I went with non Tesla Conential tire. Same tire no foam on inside. The new ones have same mileage and not noisy to me inside car. I have 15000 on new tires and now will check the thread depth.

[@jdear97]

Thanks, will be looking for tires on my Model 3 later this year.

[@zachtravers]

My 18 Model 3 has 66k miles and unless the original owner replaced them with old tires, the date stamp of early 2018 says they're original. and they're totally shot. I have winter tires I'm putting on but come spring I'll be replacing them. I think I'm going to go with the Yokohama Avid Ascend GTs over these Contis. I can get a set of 4 for under $800 versus close to $950 for these and we've had good luck with the GTs on our Escape, so we'll see.

[@DavidBajayo]

I have a Model 3 performance with 20” wheels. The original tires were Michelin and I got 37,000 miles out of them so I stuck with the same. Those tires were difficult to come by , I had to schedule with the Tesla SC and got them cheaper than what tirerack advertised them for ( and didn’t have them)

[@JonathanRootD]

Super hard to find these tires. Ended up having to go with the stock ones.

[@steveallen1055]

Huell Houser did a program on teardrop trailers. It was an interesting show as most of his are.

[@Brad-sb1dk]

Great minds think a like! Went with these as my 3-season tires on my 2018 M3D. I also wanted better tread wear without increasing the wheel/tire weight over OEM 19'. Love my VMR wheels and your tire choice. Great wear so far, but I do put my OEM aero wheels with Michelin Ice-X on for my winter set-up. The Continentals Purecontacts are speed rated to V (149mph max.), but thats fine for my M3 Dual Motor (software limited to 145mph).

[@johngregory4801]

I love real drivers. They don't talk about being limited by the speed limit, but by their vehicle's abilities/governor.

[@thesteaktc]

I’ve already made a note to get these tires when mine need replacing. Hope the lower speed rating won’t cause an issue. I know one shop wouldn’t fit tires with a lower speed rating than Tesla’s specification but I’m sure I can find one that will.

[@techyjames1945]

I actually tried a set of Bridgestone with V rating over the Y’s that came with my Model Y. I have noticed if you push tires they get a a little squirmy. On the other hand the Efficiency has improved about 10 Watts per mile and the wear appears to be much better than tires that came with car.

[@philipellis3227]

I am awaiting my VIN #, but I will certainly consider the Conti Pure Contact LS when it is time to replace the originals, assuming my delivery occurs before I die!Lol

[@markheavey9689]

Have these tires, the RX with 40,250 on the tires. Tesla Model 3 SR+ 19" I have been rotating regularly. I think I will be able to get 45,000 on this set. Thanks for the video, good information.

[@markheavey9689]

Now at 56K, had tires rotated yesterday, shop thinks one more rotation should put me around 61K miles on original set.

[@martin3316]

I hope I can use the same tires on my refreshed Model S after the staggered size Pirelli "OEM" tires wear down to 3/32nds. The Continental Pure Contact tires look like the best choice for all season tires to me. I just hope I don't have to buy staggered sizes! :(

[@AlanDayley]

Great information. Thank you!

[@techyjames1945]

I have the Model Y with 19” rims. Now here in Middle TN we have a slight predicament since Firestone which was the only shop that would touch a Tesla, has stopped working on Tesla’s so appears now the only way to get tire service is contact Tesla for the work. For rotations, $50 to come out to your home is a good value. I have about 15k miles on the tire, but the remote Tesla service don’t balance or mount new tires so not sure what I will do when I need balancing or new tires. Probably have to take it to Tesla and get whatever tires they offer.

[@jimwarren3645]

Have you looked into Discount Tire? I recently bought a new set for my Model 3. They do lots of Tesla business. I noticed there are several stores in middle Tennessee.

[@techyjames1945]

@@jimwarren3645 looks like Nearest Discount Tire is 40 Miles, so a little closer than Than Tesla which is 55 Miles. Might stick to Mobile Service till I need new tires, then look into if Firestone don’t go back to working with Tesla’s. Thanks for suggestion.

[@reggieinsider8816]

Great video, learned alot

[@kennyshepherd8311]

Thanks for sharing!

[@raygreenwood]

Almost 3 years now. How are the new tires holding up?

[@wolverinemarky]

That’s awesome. I hear horror stories about people needing new tires every 25k miles

[@creationblur]

I’ve 32k mi on original mxm4 that came with my 3. Nov ‘19 til now, 5/32” left all around.

[@JonathanRootD]

Try 20k...

[@gordonharper9132]

Appreciate the video. Question, have you experienced a flat tire yet? I have had two flat tires. First one they were able to patch. Second one, they couldn’t. After removing the foam, the rubber was too soft (gummy like) to patch, cost me a new tire. I wasn’t happy.

[@jamesbutler606]

Hang about, 61k from a single set of tyres!? I got 6500 from the rears on my ID3 in 6 months of ownership…..would expect a Tesla to chew through tyres at ~4-5000 miles.

[@somasomashekar7240]

Thank you for everything you do in these videos. I have one question. I am brand new Tesla Model 3 owner. Like to know what is the total kWh is needed to do a complete charge for. Zero to 100 for a long range. I read it requires 50 kWh for a back wheel drive which I am not sure it’s accurate.

[@nephrodoc4120]

Look into the Michelin Cross Climate 2. I put these on all my cars now, and Costco has the best price.

[@FrugalTeslaGuy]

I’ve seen good things. I’ll definitely check them out. Thanks for the tip!

[@davidarevalo3174]

Good morning, I seen your videos on the past & I see the you have fixed Tesla's on the past, my name is David Arevalo I was involved in a Tesla car accident this past weekend & unfortunately the insurance company called it a total loss but they are giving me the chance to keep the car I wanted to know from your experience will this be worth fixing it is there a way I can send you pictures of the Damage

[@CuongTran-jx1hw]

Do you have any problem on your Tesla about Dashcam keep asking to format the thumb drive every couple days?

[@joesawyer931]

I replaced the OEM 18" Michelins with Michelin Cross Climate 2 and so far very happy. I have a set of winter tires as well but plan on running the Michelin Cross Climate 2's year round once the winter set is worn out. My question is this. Have you ever had the alignment checked? With my previous vehicles I always had alignment done when installing new tires. However, I was ready to pay Tesla to do it when I had the car in for a recall but they told me don't waste my money unless I suspect a problem such as uneven wear or steering pulling to the side. What do you think?

[@Tuck_Frump]

The technician gave you great advise. If you plan to lower your car, that is when you should get an alignment done.

[@IOXY3]

Any big difference from going to 18x8.5 vs 18x8 with stock tires?

[@2be1withU]

20 inchers Falken FK510. $200 a piece vs $375 for OEM Michelin 4S TO

[@kichostone]

Hi, how are Falken tires? Does it last? Any noise compared to OEM?

[@2be1withU]

@@kichostone Happy with the Falken. I would buy another set but size 245 instead of 235. Looks like it will last around 30K miles. A bit more NVH than the Michelin.

[@kichostone]

@@2be1withU I thought 20 inch wheels are 255/40r20. 30knis awesome with that price. Thanks!

[@glyn1782]

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[@marksmith5696]

Towing with a tesla? Wow, just wow

[@dyhppyx]

Try some really cheap tires. Bet you won't notice much. That's what I've been doing

[@ishkaranbrar313]

No cheap tires can't perform anywhere as good in wet as these continentals.