235s Factory Michelin Pilot Sport PS4s —> 245s Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 Plus
Just a quick first impression after changing from stock Summer tires 235/40/18 dimensions to 245/40/18 all season tires.
I chose to take a chance and up the tire size/change the compound hoping to not sacrifice too much driving feel.
As many are already aware, this 245 tire size is standard for the Morizo Edition*.
Overall, I do not regret changing the tire size.
Drive 9/10.
Looks 10/10.
A very small amount of steering feel was lost, but not enough to take away from the experience. If the car was a “track” setup I would stick with stickier performance tires or stock Michelins… but for a daily driver, the Continental Extreme Contact DWS-06 Plus tires in the 245/35/18 dimensions suits the GR Corolla MUCH better in my opinion.
The drive is smoother just cruising (does not feel as bouncy over bumps) and tire noise is virtually non existent.
The slightly larger sidewall also gives a little more peace of mind on crappy NY roads, pot holes etc. (I have had to plug the stock Michelins 4 times in the last 15 months).
Will add more impressions later on if I can give more feedback.
**Have not confirmed if speedo accuracy improved or got worse**