Recent content by ontario102

You must have already had 17" rims on; I went from 19s, and actually lost over 5# per corner between the rims and tires if my calcs are correct. The tires are only 1.8# heavier. I do expect an increase in road noise and roll resistance, and maybe a slight drop in MPG, but we'll see once spring...

I ended up going with the Yokohoma G015. Considered other snowflake rated tires, but they didn't meet my standards. I also went with 17" Touren TR9 Black Wheel with Machined Face...

It looks like the Falkens don't come in the 225/65/17, and the closest viable options weight about the same or more than the KO2s. I'd definitely just go with the BFGs in that case.

I'll look at those as well, thanks.

The Yokohama looks like it might be a good option: over 9 lb difference per tire (29.8 vs 39 lbs, or about 30% less). That's pretty substantial.

I'd love to lift it! Gotta do the GX first, though!

I'm well aware what kind or tire it is: it's an "A"ll "T"errain tire, not a dedicated off-road tire. Great compared to the typical CUV tires on dry pavement? Clearly not. Thus my initial question. Thanks for your "input", anyway.

Hey all- My first post after lurking for years. Thanks for the good info. Little to no discussion found on the following after a forum search....... Is anyone running BFG KO2s on their CX-5 (AWD)? I just put a set on my Lexus GX 4x4/AWD, and I love them. Im looking to replace the stock (13)...

This was a concern of mine also; check this out: http://blogs.cars.com/kickingtires/2012/05/2013-mazda-cx-5-car-seat-check.html

Awaiting my Stormy Blue GT with no options MSRP $29,390 $27,966 w/$500 loyalty $309 dealer doc & registration +tax 4.85% under $600 under dealer invoice of $28,566