Tire suggestions for medical issue

[D.P.R.]

Hi. Taking suggestions for the smoothest (and quietest) tire possible. Recently started driving again after suffering a stroke in '23. The stroke left me with nerve damage and vibrations aggravate my condition. Current vehicle is a '22 Mazda CX5 (stiff suspension and not the smoothest engine out there) with stock 225/55r19 Toyo A36. I am hoping a smooth/soft tire can help minimize vibrations to some degree before going to the more expensive alternative of changing vehicle. snow traction is not a concern but wet weather is.
What is, in your opinion, a super smooth and quiet? Thanks.

 

[JeffKeryk]

My favorites are Michelin and Continental.

 

[edyvw]

Hi. Taking suggestions for the smoothest (and quietest) tire possible. Recently started driving again after suffering a stroke in '23. The stroke left me with nerve damage and vibrations aggravate my condition. Current vehicle is a '22 Mazda CX5 (stiff suspension and not the smoothest engine out there) with stock 225/55r19 Toyo A36. I am hoping a smooth/soft tire can help minimize vibrations to some degree before going to the more expensive alternative of changing vehicle. snow traction is not a concern but wet weather is.
What is, in your opinion, a super smooth and quiet? Thanks.

Michelin and Continental. Don't look elsewhere.
Check the Michelin Primacy lineup. That is basically their comfort-oriented lineup of tires.
If you need snow performance, Michelin CrossClimate2.

 

[slacktide_bitog]

You can use smaller wheels with tires that have more sidewall. Tire rack even sells pre-mounted tire and wheel packages that ship right to your door so a family member or friend can put them on for you (or they could ship directly to the shop of your choice)

So, the best option would be to get 17" wheels with some tires. The new tire size would be 225/65-17. The Toyo Celsius II is a good choice for you.

 

[JoelB]

Michelin and Continental. Don't look elsewhere.
Check the Michelin Primacy lineup. That is basically their comfort-oriented lineup of tires.
If you need snow performance, Michelin CrossClimate2.

Cross climate 3 should be available shortly I believe. Hold out for the improvements!

 

[edyvw]

Cross climate 3 should be available shortly I believe. Hold out for the improvements!

They will be marginal. CC2 is already a well-rounded tire.
Considering it is September, CC3 is supposed to be out a month ago. I would say they are skipping this winter in the US.

 

[AZjeff]

The 19" wheels and 55 series tires are going to be stiff(er). 17" wheels with 65 series tires also came on that model and would be a softer ride with the taller sidewall. Best bet for ride quality info across brands would be to read reviews on tirerack.com and discounttire.com A standard touring all-season or summer tire should be softest. Stay away from performance tires.

A set of pre-mounted 17" wheels/tires is a good suggestion.

Glad to hear you're well enough to drive again.

 

[Zee09]

Best of luck to the original poster
I love how the go to a doctor crowd had nowhere to go with this one..

 

[edyvw]

The 19" wheels and 55 series tires are going to be stiff(er). 17" wheels with 65 series tires also came on that model and would be a softer ride with the taller sidewall. Best bet for ride quality info across brands would be to read reviews on tirerack.com and discounttire.com A standard touring all-season or summer tire should be softest. Stay away from performance tires.

A set of pre-mounted 17" wheels/tires is a good suggestion.

Glad to hear you're well enough to drive again.

Yep. I would do that.
1. It will improve comfort drastically.
2. Tires will be cheaper.
3. There might be less unsprung weight, hence, better mpg and acceleration.

I bet he can find used wheels on Facebook.

 

[SwampSurvivor]

I'd drop to the smallest wheel that will fit over the calipers.

 

[Danno]

If I can suggest landing on your tire size and then research noise and comfort ratings on tire rack. I'm a fan of Pirelli Scorpion Verde.

 

[JMJNet]

In summary, buy new wheels (smallest wheel that fit the caliper).
Then replace the tire with the appropriate size for that smaller wheel with taller sidewall to provide better cushion.
Make sure you buy good brand tires not the cheap tires.

 

[camrydriver111]

Lower speed rating should also help.

Higher speed rating means stiffer tire.

 

[AZjeff]

Of course there's the Crown Vic option....

 

[krzyss]

Hi. Taking suggestions for the smoothest (and quietest) tire possible. Recently started driving again after suffering a stroke in '23. The stroke left me with nerve damage and vibrations aggravate my condition. Current vehicle is a '22 Mazda CX5 (stiff suspension and not the smoothest engine out there) with stock 225/55r19 Toyo A36. I am hoping a smooth/soft tire can help minimize vibrations to some degree before going to the more expensive alternative of changing vehicle. snow traction is not a concern but wet weather is.
What is, in your opinion, a super smooth and quiet? Thanks.

Can you downsize the rims?
That may have even bigger impact than tire model/brand.

Krzyś

PS Late to the party and the same suggestion was posted a few times earlier by others.

 

[50yr Street Mech]

Happy to hear you have some freedom to drive !!!! Must have been a long haul for you ... CONGRATS !!!!! I don't know which tire to get, I was just happy to hear you get to DRIVE after 2 long years. Must have been a lot of physical therapy...CONGRATS !!!!!!!!

 

[Kira]

I love how the go to a doctor crowd had nowhere to go with this one..

?? Members jumped on with suggestions right away.

I bet he can find used wheels on Facebook.

^^Aggro like that our patient doesn't need.

OP: Glad you're doing OK.

 

[Zee09]

?? Members jumped on with suggestions right away.

^^Aggro like that our patient doesn't need.

OP: Glad you're doing OK.

I figured you wouldn't get it...

 

[spasm3]

You can use smaller wheels with tires that have more sidewall. Tire rack even sells pre-mounted tire and wheel packages that ship right to your door so a family member or friend can put them on for you (or they could ship directly to the shop of your choice)

So, the best option would be to get 17" wheels with some tires. The new tire size would be 225/65-17. The Toyo Celsius II is a good choice for you.

The 19" wheels and 55 series tires are going to be stiff(er). 17" wheels with 65 series tires also came on that model and would be a softer ride with the taller sidewall. Best bet for ride quality info across brands would be to read reviews on tirerack.com and discounttire.com A standard touring all-season or summer tire should be softest. Stay away from performance tires.

A set of pre-mounted 17" wheels/tires is a good suggestion.

Glad to hear you're well enough to drive again.

When we bought out 17 CX-5 , i had them swap the 19 for the smaller wheel 17. Overall diameter was the same. Ride is very comfortable. Perhaps look for some mazda CX5 wheels in 17 inch.

 

[walterjay]

Also don't over inflate tires. I run 33 psi on my tires when at road temp. Sticker says 35 cold but it is too stiff for my comfort.