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Prices Include Fitting, Balancing and Eco Tax
GREAT TYRES - GREAT PRICES
+ TRUSTED EXPERT FITTING
From step one, to step done. Simply a better experience for tyre replacement.
Prices Include Fitting, Balancing and Eco Tax
Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 ENLITEN: Excellence in All Conditions. Master the Four Seasons 16"
82,00 € - 425,00 €
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Key Features Explained
- XL (Extra Load): Signifies a reinforced structure to handle heavier vehicle weights.
- EVc (Electric Vehicle Compatible): Indicates the tyre is optimized to handle the specific demands of electric vehicles, such as instant torque and heavier weight, while maximizing range.
- RFT (Run Flat): Allows for limited distance driving after a puncture, eliminating the immediate need for a spare tyre change.
- MFS (Maximum Flange Shield): A rim protector feature that helps safeguard alloy wheels from kerb damage.
- ENLITEN Technology: A suite of advanced manufacturing technologies that reduce raw material use, lower rolling resistance for better fuel efficiency, and increase the tyre's lifespan without compromising performance.
- 3PMSF (Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake): All tyres listed are certified for genuine winter use, providing safety in snow and cold conditions.
Popular Compatible Vehicles
The 16" sizes are ideal for a wide range of popular vehicles in Ireland:
- Nissan Qashqai / Hyundai Tucson / Kia Sportage: These popular CUVs can use sizes like 215/65 R16, 225/60 R16, and 235/60 R16.
- Volkswagen Tiguan / Ford Kuga: Compatible with mid-profile 16" options for a reliable all-season solution.
- BMW 1 & 2 Series / MINI Countryman: Specific RFT-marked sizes (e.g., 205/55 R16, 195/55 R16) are compatible with these premium models.
- Toyota RAV4: Can use sizes like 215/70 R16 and 225/60 R16 as an all-season option.
Summer tyres are most common in Ireland, offering peak fuel efficiency mileage and grip when temperatures stay above 7°C. However, they are not the official standard for winter safety. Motorists must show caution in cold conditions; below 7°C, summer rubber hardens, significantly compromising grip and wet braking performance on cold, saturated Irish roads.
All-Season tyres are the superior "fit-and-forget" solution for Ireland's wet, temperate climate. Specifically engineered to remain flexible in the cold, they provide shorter stopping distances on near-freezing, rain-soaked surfaces and carry the 3PMSF certification for frost and light snow. They offer total year-round peace of mind without the hassle of seasonal swaps.
Load Rating: Maximum Weight Capacity Explained
The load index is a numerical code representing the maximum weight in kgs that a single tyre can safely carry. To ensure safety, the combined capacity of all four tyres must exceed the vehicle’s total weight when fully loaded.
Speed Rating: Maximum Velocity Explained
Represented by a letter, the speed rating indicates the maximum kph a tyre can maintain over a prolonged period. Higher speed ratings are engineered to handle the heat and stresses generated at faster speeds more effectively.
Quick Reference Guide
- Check your requirements: You can find the specific requirements for your vehicle on the tyre information plate (usually located on the driver-side door pillar) or in the owner's manual.
- Replacement rule: It is vital never to fit a tyre with a lower load index or speed rating than those recommended by the manufacturer.
- Common Ratings: Standard ratings include T (190 kph), H (210 kph), and V (240 kph). You can view a full conversion table below..
Available 16" Sizes and Markings
- 185, 50, 16, 85H, XL, RFT (Run Flat), EVc, MFS
- 185, 55, 16, 87V, XL, EVc
- 195, 45, 16, 84H, XL, EVc
- 195, 55, 16, 91H, XL, RFT (Run Flat)
- 195, 55, 16, 91V, XL, EVc
- 195, 60, 16, 93V, XL, EVc
- 205, 55, 16, 91H, EVc
- 205, 55, 16, 94V, XL, EVc
- 205, 55, 16, 94V, XL, RFT (Run Flat)
- 205, 60, 16, 96V, XL, EVc
- 205, 60, 16, 96V, XL, RFT (Run Flat)
- 215, 45, 16, 90V, XL, EVc
- 215, 55, 16, 97V, XL, EVc
- 215, 60, 16, 99V, XL, MFS, EVc
- 215, 65, 16, 102V, XL, EVc
- 215, 70, 16, 100H, EVc
- 225, 55, 16, 99W, XL, EVc
- 225, 60, 16, 102W, XL, EVc
- 235, 60, 16, 104V, XL, MFS, EVc
