Cooper Zeon RS3-G1 305/30-R19 all season tires for CT5-V Blackwing

[hatchetman]

I have a CT5-V Blackwing on order and living in a colder area would like to enjoy the car year round. Looks like 305/30-R19 is a pretty rare size for all season tires. Anybody running the Cooper Zeon in the rear?

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[FLYARMY]

I put my 5BW away for the NY winter. If they drive anything like my Dodge Challenger in the snow, its not worth the trouble.

 

[hatchetman]

Thankfully here in Virginia we don't often get persistent snow so on those clear but colder fall and winter days hopefully I'll be able to enjoy the car with these tires.

 

[Nadnerb]

I have a CT5-V Blackwing on order and living in a colder area would like to enjoy the car year round. Looks like 305/30-R19 is a pretty rare size for all season tires. Anybody running the Cooper Zeon in the rear?

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I run these. Pretty darn great in snow mode with ice on the road. Obviously its a RWD car so you drive like a grandpa but with snow mode and it being a manual, one of the better RWD cars I've had in the snow. I run them both front and rear. They make a 275 for the front as well

 

[fmusignac]

I went with this set up and love it.

Winter Wheels and Tires

lol If Car and Driver can't get the correct winter tires, no one can. Still confused why Cadillac did nothing to assure there were winter tires available for this car... did they really think no one would drive their "luxury" car in the cold? I blame C&D based on that article….I called discount...

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[marfan]

I agree with @turbotaz comments in the above linked Winter Wheels and Tires thread. The Coopers are fine if not a little more comfortable for winter use, but not nearly as reassuring as the stock tires when driven back to back.

I have only been caught in a very light snow once, and I was unimpressed (my prior car was on Pilot Alpin 4), but for typical daily driving in the winter, they're fine and they won't crack in low temps.

 

[turbotaz]

Yes, I am glad to be back on summers, but they are totally passable. I don't plant to ever intentionally drive them in the snow - but if I get caught by surprise, I bought a set of Autosock to keep in the trunk just in case. I should be able to make it home with those.

 

[lonergt]

Tire is now discontinued.

 

[turbotaz]

Yikes. And now there are literally no OEM size options available in anything but summer tires.

 

[Jim2000]

I had the Coopers on my ATS-V. Traction was OK and the wear was better than a PS4. They were OK overall, but if you can, buy a Michelin over Coopers even if you have to buy a different size. I didn't have any cracking issues with the Michelins in 30 degree weather; however, I didn't let the car sit for long periods as I shopped and I always parked the car in the garage.

 

[dribs15]

Check this out:
Post in thread 'Winter Wheels and Tires' Winter Wheels and Tires

 

[TruckeeTaurus]

I have a CT5-V Blackwing on order and living in a colder area would like to enjoy the car year round. Looks like 305/30-R19 is a pretty rare size for all season tires. Anybody running the Cooper Zeon in the rear?

Cooper Zeon RS3-G1™ Tire | Cooper Tire

Explore the Cooper Zeon RS3-G1™ tire from Cooper Tire. Visit us to find a Cooper Tire retailer near you to schedule a tire installation appointment.

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I was having the same problem with finding something to use in the fall/winter months (though I won’t be driving it in the snow. That’s what my RX350 is for).

I ended up buying the Nitto Inovos. I’ll definitely let you know how they do once I get the car. I keep getting the delayed arrival calls though. I’m supposed to get it next week.

 

[turbotaz]

I was having the same problem with finding something to use in the fall/winter months (though I won’t be driving it in the snow. That’s what my RX350 is for).

I ended up buying the Nitto Inovos. I’ll definitely let you know how they do once I get the car. I keep getting the delayed arrival calls though. I’m supposed to get it next week.

Aren't those also summer tires?

 

[TruckeeTaurus]

Aren't those also summer tires?

I hope not. They’re being branded as all seasons, and I read and was told they won’t crack in 40 and lower temperatures. That’s really all I care about. I want to be able to drive the car when it’s cold. Truckee/Tahoe is cold for 7-8 months a year, and the Bay Area gets a good amount of rain.

If it’s actively snowing, or if the roads are icy, I’ll be driving the AWD RX350.

 

[turbotaz]

I hope not. They’re being branded as all seasons, and I read and was told they won’t crack in 40 and lower temperatures. That’s really all I care about. I want to be able to drive the car when it’s cold. Truckee/Tahoe is cold for 7-8 months a year, and the Bay Area gets a good amount of rain.

If it’s actively snowing, or if the roads are icy, I’ll be driving the AWD RX350.

Unless there is more than one Invo, I can't find any mention of Ivno all seasons. In fact this listing says "The Nitto Invo's silica-enhanced tread formulation is designed for warmer weather; this tire should not be used if temperatures are below 40-45 degrees F."

I am still using my Coopers but would love it if it there were another OEM sized alternative for when they wear out.

 

[TruckeeTaurus]

Unless there is more than one Invo, I can't find any mention of Ivno all seasons. In fact this listing says "The Nitto Invo's silica-enhanced tread formulation is designed for warmer weather; this tire should not be used if temperatures are below 40-45 degrees F."

I am still using my Coopers but would love it if it there were another OEM sized alternative for when they wear out.

Big O Tires has them listed as all seasons.

 

[turbotaz]

Big O Tires has them listed as all seasons.

If it were me, I wouldn't go by their word. I would ask Nitto about freezing temps. Adding to the confusion, Motortrend calls them a "three season" tire here and a summer tire here.

 

[TruckeeTaurus]

If it were me, I wouldn't go by their word. I would ask Nitto about freezing temps. Adding to the confusion, Motortrend calls them a "three season" tire here and a summer tire here.

I just called Nitto’s customer service. The Invo is an all seasons tire. The rubber is safe to 20 Fahrenheit. They will not do well in snow or on ice. All from the horses mouth.

Hopefully that’s helpful to folks. I know that’ll let me drive the car in the Bay Area all year round, and in the mountains unless it’s snowed recently or is actively snowing. Even then in cold temperatures I’ll be taking it easy.

 

[turbotaz]

I just called Nitto’s customer service. The Invo is an all seasons tire. The rubber is safe to 20 Fahrenheit. They will not do well in snow or on ice. All from the horses mouth.

Hopefully that’s helpful to folks. I know that’ll let me drive the car in the Bay Area all year round, and in the mountains unless it’s snowed recently or is actively snowing. Even then in cold temperatures I’ll be taking it easy.

Great to know - thanks for checking into it!

 

[TruckeeTaurus]

Great to know - thanks for checking into it!

No sweat man. Your advice made me be smart about it and I appreciate that.