25 Honda Pilot tire recs

[4wd]

Are the sipes full tread depth?

Yes.

 

[MParr]

Are the sipes full tread depth?

Just a reminder. The Discoverer SRX is being phased out. There may be limited sizes still available.

 

[FZ1]

Yep, this 2025 Pilot came with Michelin Primacy A/S. I generally have had good luck with Michelins (Defenders) but can’t say the same with these Primacy’s. 30k miles and they’re 4/32s all the way around.

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Run 'em to 3/32 and get a pro rate on a new set at Discount Tire. Rinse and repeat. With pro rates you have fresher rubber all the time.

 

[MParr]

The warranty is covered by Michelin. Those tires fall into the original equipment warranty category.
https://dgaddcosprod.blob.core.wind...-michelin-oe-tires-owners-manual-warranty.pdf

 

[z71bill]

I was looking at the Workhorse HT for when the time comes for my Silverado. Seems the Steadfast has an additional 10,000 miles tread wear warranty. I really don't want an all terrain but I need snow traction to a small degree so still may have to look at an A/T.

I considered the Steadfast but got the Workhorse.

Sam's Club price that I use to get a better deal at DT.

Workhorse $173
Steadfast $237

$256 more for a set.

DT actually lowered the price below $172 because they keep the installation fixed and just lower the tire price down to make up the difference.

I just yesterday hit 1,000 miles on the Goodyears - I am totally happy with them.

I would add I am in Houston and don't see snow - the Steadfast HT did not do great on snow.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/good...j4PmDOwxKvfMQRt4Pa-RqjwUYFEP3YQtTVZtD2deIy7VH

 

[CKN]

I considered the Steadfast but got the Workhorse.

Sam's Club price that I use to get a better deal at DT.

Workhorse $173
Steadfast $237

$256 more for a set.

DT actually lowered the price below $172 because they keep the installation fixed and just lower the tire price down to make up the difference.

I just yesterday hit 1,000 miles on the Goodyears - I am totally happy with them.

I would add I am in Houston and don't see snow - the Steadfast HT did not do great on snow.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/good...j4PmDOwxKvfMQRt4Pa-RqjwUYFEP3YQtTVZtD2deIy7VH

Yea-that's my issue. Finding an HT tire that does well in snow. 1 option is the Continental All Terrain A/T-which seems to be an A/T tire with minimal road noise-but can handle some snow. Continental states tests show it's quieter than a Michelin Defender LTX.

 

[MParr]

Yea-that's my issue. Finding an HT tire that does well in snow. 1 option is the Continental All Terrain A/T-which seems to be an A/T tire with minimal road noise-but can handle some snow. Continental states tests show it's quieter than a Michelin Defender LTX.

If you need something that does "well" in the snow, you probably need an A/T tire or something with the 3 Peak rating.
The Yokohama Geolander G015 and Cooper Discoverer Road + Trail are good options and they are relatively quite.

 

[JHZR2]

We went defenders LTX on our odyssey when we changed out the OE Primacy tires with >50k and decent tread but a bit of hydroplaning feeling going on.

Now at almost 120k, they have nearly full tread still.

Driving properly comes into play as well for longevity.

I have the Continental LX25 SUV tires on my ML320. They’re comfortable and quiet, but prone to balance discrepancies.

 

[drtyler]

You’re the 3rd review I’ve read that claimed their MPG went down! Not good

Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive replaced Michelin Defender T+H on my car and fuel mileage has not changed. So far have 10k miles on them.

 

[MParr]

Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive replaced Michelin Defender T+H on my car and fuel mileage has not changed. So far have 10k miles on them.

That is a good report.

 

[ARB1977]

We got kumho crugen hp71 on the 19 Pilot. We have 50K on the tires with some life left in them. Hoping to get 70K out of them. They look exactly like the defenders. Will be getting them again.

 

[meep]

Not mentioned here - the continental TerrainContact AT is billed as a mild all terrain but has handling and wet traction characteristics landing it as a competitive H/T. It’s a quiet tire, great in the wet, similar to the Michelin LTX MS in snow (10% shy in snow traction to the LTX) and /quiet/. Drawbacks - both sets I’ve had developed a weird feel slightly off-center, but most probably won’t notice. Great tires. Might get a 3rd set.

 

[z71bill]

Run 'em to 3/32 and get a pro rate on a new set at Discount Tire. Rinse and repeat. With pro rates you have fresher rubber all the time.

I think I can pay less than a prorate by shopping for a deal and getting DT to match/beat it.

With a prorate you start with full price then subtract for the adjustment.

The prorate - if I understand it correctly requires you to wear down all the tires to 2 or 3/32 - I will never get down past 4/32 before I am buying new tires. My safety is more important than a few $$.

If this is incorrect please set me straight -

IIRC - I had about 15K on my Michelin Defender LTX they start at 12/32 they were down to 6/32 and had a 70K mile rating.

I ended up at 22,700 miles and they were 4/32 - NO WAY they go to 70K

So 6 out of 10 usable gone in 15K - DT said there was nothing they could do until I was 2 or 3 32 and that was in so many years 5 or 6 I can't recall.

Proration doesn't look like an option I could ever use.

 

[z71bill]

We went defenders LTX on our odyssey when we changed out the OE Primacy tires with >50k and decent tread but a bit of hydroplaning feeling going on.

Now at almost 120k, they have nearly full tread still.

Driving properly comes into play as well for longevity.

I have the Continental LX25 SUV tires on my ML320. They’re comfortable and quiet, but prone to balance discrepancies.

So you went 70K miles on the Defenders and they have not worn down much?

That is amazing -

I got 22,700 out of the Defenders before they hit 7 years and 4/32 - I will guess >95% city stop and go and I drive properly fast and hard!

 

[MParr]

Ford dealerships will beat your best price quote plus you get a $100 rebate.
https://www.ford.com/support/catego...pons-offers-rebates/low-price-tire-guarantee/

 

[JHZR2]

So you went 70K miles on the Defenders and they have not worn down much?

That is amazing -

I got 22,700 out of the Defenders before they hit 7 years and 4/32 - I will guess >95% city stop and go and I drive properly fast and hard!

Yes. This pic is from August. The tires have 60-70k, and 6-7 years old. They live outdoors, though we’re not in an excessively hot or Uv intense climate.

Driving carefully and gently pays dividends.

These are the defender LTX - someone on here said the LTX variant intended for light trucks is better for heavy minivans, vs a regular car tire. Not sure of the reality, but we’ve been quite happy.

 

[MParr]

Yes. This pic is from August. The tires have 60-70k, and 6-7 years old. They live outdoors, though we’re not in an excessively hot or Uv intense climate.

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Driving carefully and gently pays dividends.

These are the defender LTX - someone on here said the LTX variant intended for light trucks is better for heavy minivans, vs a regular car tire. Not sure of the reality, but we’ve been quite happy.

I just replaced a set of LTX M/S 2 at 55,000 miles. They were at between 5/32 and 6/32. They were also a little over 5 years old. They were dangerous in rainy conditions. I don't like hydroplaning.

 

[JHZR2]

I just replaced a set of LTX M/S 2 at 55,000 miles. They were at between 5/32 and 6/32. They were also a little over 5 years old. They were dangerous in rainy conditions. I don't like hydroplaning.

If your tires are hydroplaning with 6/32 it may be another factor, including the driver going too fast for the conditions

 

[MParr]

If your tires are hydroplaning with 6/32 it may be another factor, including the driver going too fast for the conditions

Sorry, Charlie! I'm no speed demon. The tires had become hard and hitting standing water was an experience.
They were exceptional tires when new.

 

[rszappa1]

Yes. This pic is from August. The tires have 60-70k, and 6-7 years old. They live outdoors, though we’re not in an excessively hot or Uv intense climate.

View attachment 305289

Driving carefully and gently pays dividends.

These are the defender LTX - someone on here said the LTX variant intended for light trucks is better for heavy minivans, vs a regular car tire. Not sure of the reality, but we’ve been quite happy.

YUP....