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What are the best tires for a Toyota Prius?

My Toyota Prius’s tires feel like they aren’t giving me enough traction, so I’m looking for replacement tires with better handling. What are the best tires for a Toyota Prius?

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Melanie Mergen · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
The best tires for your
Toyota Prius
will depend on several factors, one of the most important tire size.
Your owner’s manual should tell you what tire size you need. Also, keep in mind that vehicles within the same make and model year can sometimes have different tire sizes depending on trim level and other factors.
For example, one possible tire size for a 2022
Toyota
Prius LE is 195/65R15. Here’s a breakdown of what that means:
  • The 195 means the tire is 265 millimeters wide
  • The 65 means the tire’s height is 65% of its width
  • The R means the tire’s inner layers lie radially
  • The 15 refers to the rims’ 15-inch diameter
You’ll also want to pay attention to a tire’s speed rating and load index for compatibility. And as for tire types, here are a few options to consider for your Toyota Prius:
  • All-season car tires: All-season tires offer reliable year-round handling, which sounds like a good option for you to consider based on what you’re looking for
  • Winter/snow car tires: You can switch out your summer tires for these for better handling on snowy, icy roads
  • Ultra-high performance (UHP) tires: Some UHP tires are used year-round, while others are only for warm seasons. They can provide added traction and improved handling, but the tread on UHP tires can wear faster than other options
If your current
car insurance
policy gives you little to no traction, it’s probably time to replace that.
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