Really like Cooper Tires on CX-5 today
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Cooper CS5 ultra touring. 235/55/19
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They are a quiet tire. I've had a set since 11/19. I asked the OP which model being that several are offered in this size. My experience is as follows :
Compared to General Altimax RT-43 that these replaced: Quieter, handle a bit less sharp, overall can ride rougher depending what pressure you like to run ( I had to drop cold pressure from 36 psi to 34 for better ride but lost at least 1-1/2 mpg local, around town). However did get 31+ mpg highway @ 36 cold before I lowered pressure but it rode hard hence dropping to 34 psi. In their defense, I am now satisfied with the ride and definitely do not miss the constant noise level of the RT-43's. Also, to me I got back that feel of the tire being better connected to the road (road feel?) that the RT's didn't quite have. Can't comment on snow traction on either tire since I never got a good chance. Wet and dry traction better than RT's, especially wet traction. After a few years the RT's lost some wet traction and spun out easier. After having these I don't plan on going back to the RT's and may try the Continental's (LX25) that seem to be gaining popularity. Overall, these CS5's aren't a bad tire at all and the possibility exists of buying them again when the time comes. That's still a couple years down the road as these get further evaluated. Just thoughts off the top of my head on this foggy (mentally and environmentally) morning. Over and out.
Compared to General Altimax RT-43 that these replaced: Quieter, handle a bit less sharp, overall can ride rougher depending what pressure you like to run ( I had to drop cold pressure from 36 psi to 34 for better ride but lost at least 1-1/2 mpg local, around town). However did get 31+ mpg highway @ 36 cold before I lowered pressure but it rode hard hence dropping to 34 psi. In their defense, I am now satisfied with the ride and definitely do not miss the constant noise level of the RT-43's. Also, to me I got back that feel of the tire being better connected to the road (road feel?) that the RT's didn't quite have. Can't comment on snow traction on either tire since I never got a good chance. Wet and dry traction better than RT's, especially wet traction. After a few years the RT's lost some wet traction and spun out easier. After having these I don't plan on going back to the RT's and may try the Continental's (LX25) that seem to be gaining popularity. Overall, these CS5's aren't a bad tire at all and the possibility exists of buying them again when the time comes. That's still a couple years down the road as these get further evaluated. Just thoughts off the top of my head on this foggy (mentally and environmentally) morning. Over and out.
I had Cooper tires for 9 yrs on a 2003 Tahoe I just sold. They were very quiet, did well in the rain and snow, handled well, and wore well. I would consider them for use on my CX-5.
