Winter Tires - Dunlop SP Winter Sport M2??? Opinions wanted

[Bora20]

Has anyone used these before? I was thinking about getting a set in a 255/60/17 for the ML320 since the Dunlop SP 5000 aren't going to cut it in the winter, even with the all-wheel drive, and we want to keep the shinny side up.
Here are some of the specs:

* Premium performance in all weather conditions.
* Directional tread pattern, high-density siping and undeniable precision for luxury cars.
* Maximum responsiveness and handling in adverse weather conditions.
* Porsche-approved for 100% of their current vehicles Winter tire needs.
* Factory-recommended by Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Volkswagen.
* Rubber Manufacturers Association (RMA) rated for SEVERE SNOW CONDITIONS.

I am thinking that they can't be a bad tire. Does anyone have any experiences with them

[Manuel NSX1164]

am considering these as well for 300CE for Chicago-area winter use

Choosing between this and Bridgestone Blizzak WS-50

The test comparison data (from tirerack.com) is interesting:
- Dunlop has higher speed rating (H vs Q)
- Dunlop has better handling and dry traction, comfort, noise, wear
- Blizzak has better snow (and presumably ice) traction -- although Dunlop is NOT bad

Blizzak WS50 or Dunlop Sport M2 -- for Chicago, seems like Dunlop may have the edge. For a more snow/ice area, definitely Blizzak WS50

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Any first-hand experience with these on a Benz ??

[Luke@tirerack]

you are comparing an apple to an orange ...

Winter Sport M2's should be compared with

Blizzak LM-22's

I would recommend the Blizzaks over the M2's but, the M2's are pretty good

[Bora20]

Can the LM-22 be had in a 255/60R17 size?

[Luke@tirerack]

Can the LM-22 be had in a 255/60R17 size?

the only winter tire available in that size is the Winter Sport M2


Sorry
Luke

[Bora20]

No problem Luke. I am going to get a set of 4. Unfortunately duty and exchange makes it too expensive to order from the TireRack.

I suggest Canadians order from www.tiretrends.com Great service and excellent prices!

[Manuel NSX1164]

you are comparing an apple to an orange ...

Winter Sport M2's should be compared with Blizzak LM-22's

I would recommend the Blizzaks over the M2's but, the M2's are pretty good

I guess my REAL question is:

For MBZ E-class in CHICAGO winter, do you suggest a "snow/ice" or "sport winter" fitment ??

Snow/Ice includes: Blizzak WS-50, Michelin Arctic Alpin, etc

Sport Winter includes: Blizzak LM-22, Dunlop Winter Sport M2, Michelin Pilot Alpin, Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice, etc

[Luke@tirerack]

In Chicago I typically recommend Sport Winter tires because even though you occationally get heavy snow, mostly your driving on lightly covered roads or wet roads and the sprt tires aere a little more versatile in those types of conditions

[Manuel NSX1164]

In Chicago I typically recommend Sport Winter tires because even though you occationally get heavy snow, mostly your driving on lightly covered roads or wet roads and the sprt tires aere a little more versatile in those types of conditions

Thanks Luke... that's what I had concluded, based on reviews, etc.

Am choosing between Dunlop WS M2, Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice, and possibly Blizzak LM22. Pirelli W210 is too $$ IMO.

[Luke@tirerack]

LM-22's
Pirelli w210
Pilot Alpin
Winter Sport M2's

is the order I would put them in