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Based on your selection of the 2019 Toyota Hilux 2.4 D-4D 2WD with a tyre size of 215/65 R16, we recommend the following tyres:
Don't have time to read the whole article? We've summarised everything into the table below for you.
Tyre | Traction (AA - C) | Wet Grip (A - E) | Treadwear | Noise (A - C) | Fuel Efficiency (A - E) | Best Price (Set of 4) |
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Goodyear OptiLife SUV | - | - | - | - | - | |
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 | - | B | - | B | E |
If traction and wet grip are most important to you, our analysis suggests that you should take a look at the All-Terrain T/A KO2.
For those who prefer a quiet tyre, take a look at the All-Terrain T/A KO2.
If fuel efficiency is important for you (who doesn't like saving money?), the All-Terrain T/A KO2 are worth investigating.
Before we take a look at how each of these tyres stacks up against each other in terms of performance, let's take a look at how much they cost.
Enter tyre quantity below and see table for the best available price in Australia for each of the products.
Tyre | Best Price (4 x 215/65R16) | Check Prices |
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Goodyear OptiLife SUV | $656 | Go To Store |
BFGoodrich All-Terrain T/A KO2 103/100S | $970 | Go To Store |
Let's take a look at what to consider when choosing car tyres, as well as how our recommended tyres above stack up against each other!
As you might have guessed, the primary role of tyres is to give your Toyota Hilux traction on the road.
Traction to grip the road and accelerate quickly, but also traction to allow you to brake and come to a stop quickly in wet and dry conditions.
Tyres with excellent traction performance have shorter stopping distances, which can mean the difference between a near miss and a collision while out on the road.
Excellent traction also means better contact and grip on a variety of terrain, and less likelihood of getting bogged. This is especially important for SUV tyres, which are more likely to see off-road action.
EU Grade (A - E) | Compared to an A grade tyre? | |
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OptiLife SUV | No data available for this tyre | |
All-Terrain T/A KO2 | B | 2.5 metre greater stopping distance when braking at 80km/h |
As you can see from the table above, the All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyre scored the highest, with a grade of B, whereas the All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyre scored the lowest, with a grade of B.
You can also see these results in the chart below.
The dominant source of noise from your Toyota Hilux while driving on the highway is your tyres. A typical tyre produces over 70 decibels of noise, with some tyre products being considerably noisier.
Excessive noise makes for an unpleasant journey, so it's worth looking for tyres that are less noisy.
All terrain and mud tyres tend to be noisier than standard road tyres, as the large tread blocks mean more friction on the road and therefore, more noise.
EU Grade (A - C) | Compared to an A grade tyre? | |
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OptiLife SUV | No data available for this tyre | |
All-Terrain T/A KO2 | B (74 dB) | 2 times as noisy |
In terms of noise, the All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyre scored the highest, with a grade of 74.3 dB, whereas the All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyre scored the lowest, with a grade of 74.3 dB.
These values might seem quite similar, but remember that the decibel scale is logarithmic, so small changes can have a big effect.
The US Department of Energy estimates that around 25% of the fuel consumption of a vehicle is attributable to the tyres.
This is more than you might think, and it means that tyres with poor fuel efficiency fitted to your Toyota Hilux could be adding hundreds of dollars to your yearly fuel bill.
While the upfront cost of a new set of tyres is important, it's also worth considering how much extra you will pay over the life of your tyres.
EU Grade (A - E) | Compared to an A grade tyre? | |
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OptiLife SUV | No data available for this tyre | |
All-Terrain T/A KO2 | E | 0.4L/100km extra fuel consumption. ~$96 extra per year |
As you can see from the table above, the All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyre scored the highest, with a grade of E, whereas the All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyre scored the lowest, with a grade of E.
You can also see these results in the chart below.
Many tyre manufacturers and suppliers in Australia now offer a warranty when you purchase a set of their tyres. This warranty is usually in the form of a wear life guarantee.
Typically, they either offer a time-based guarantee (eg. 6 years) or a distance based guarantee (eg. 60,000 km).
The warranty gives you peace of mind that your tyres will last either a certain amount of time or distance, otherwise you will be entitled to some compensation (usually pro-rated).
Warranty (Time) | Warranty (Distance) | |
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OptiLife SUV | 4 years | |
All-Terrain T/A KO2 | 6 years |
Key Info | |
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Vehicle Suitability | Light Truck / SUV |
Driving Style | Highway All-Season |
Season | All Season |
Release Date | 2012 |
Run Flat? | No |
The OptiLife SUV tyres were released on the market by Goodyear in 2012.
Key Info | |
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Vehicle Suitability | Light Truck / SUV |
Driving Style | On-/Off-Road All-Terrain |
Season | All Season |
Release Date | 2013 |
Run Flat? | No |
Review | BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 Review |
The All-Terrain T/A KO2 tyres were released on the market by BFGoodrich in 2013.
Their wet grip performance is good, with an overall grade of B in testing done by the European Union.
Testing shows that they produce about 74.3 dB at typical driving speeds, which is about average.
Fuel efficiency testing suggests poor performance, with a grade of E awarded by the European Commission.
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Louis
I'm Louis, an engineer passionate about helping Australians choose better tyres for their vehicles!