One of the most asked questions at Les Schwab is about the price of new tires. People want to know what a set of four tires will cost them. The price of a new set of tires depends on the type of vehicle you drive, how much comfort you want, ride quality, noise level, tread durability, and traction features, which can include seasonal tires and tires for specific terrain. Here’s how to understand the cost of your next set of new tires and why the Les Schwab Best Tire Value Promise saves you money with free peace of mind tire protection and a warranty that won’t cost you extra.
Price is a big factor for any purchase. While some online retailers might have the tires you want at a price you like, you run the risk of getting the wrong type of tires for your vehicle and driving needs. Plus, you'll need to find someone to mount them to your wheels, balance them, install them on your vehicle, and dispose of your old tires. This takes more of your time and adds to the overall cost of getting new tires. Then there are tire manufacturer warranties or other premium services to consider.
When you purchase passenger or light truck tires at Les Schwab, we mount them for free, rotate those tires for free, re-balance them for free, offer free flat repair and air-pressure checks, as well as give you a free best-in-the-industry warranty that even includes road hazard protection at no extra charge. More on that warranty in a bit.
On new tires, the price can range greatly. Tire size, which is directly tied to the vehicle you drive, affects the price. You’ll typically need a larger tire for a pickup than you would for a car. Tires are also priced based on the amount of rubber used to manufacture them as well as the manufacturing technology and features. For example, an electric vehicle (EV) will require performance tires with a higher speed rating and load capacity, which can cost more than a set of standard all-season tires.
As with any purchase with varying levels of price and performance, there are trade-offs to consider. These can include comfort, control and traction, tire life, durability, fuel economy and the cost of a set of tires. You might even consider replacing just two instead of all four tires to save money. However, doing so can impact vehicle safety, performance, and longevity. See our article on replacing all four tires on an AWD vehicle.
If you’re looking for maximum fuel efficiency, we can help with our article on how to choose car tires.
Looking for snow tires? Depending on what you drive, maneuverability in the snow can add to the price of tires. That’s because today’s snow tires are highly engineered and packed with technological breakthroughs designed to keep you and your family safe on the road, whether that’s bare pavement on a well-maintained interstate or a snow-covered, winding motorway through the mountains.
Check out our guide to buying tires for help pinpointing the type and size of tire you need.
These can include all-season tires, all-weather tires, winter/snow tires, mud terrain, as well as all-terrain tires, performance tires, highway tires, traction tires, and specialty tires.
Another factor to consider when evaluating the price of a new set of tires is the warranty and other after-purchase services. The tread life on a set of tires can range up to 80,000 miles and beyond. Some places might charge extra for the warranty, but at Les Schwab, that’s part of our Best Tire Value Promise.
Our freebies include a world-class warranty, free lifetime tire and mileage care, and free peace of mind tire protection, including flat repair, rotations, rebalancing, replacement, safety checks, brake inspections, and visual alignment checks at any Les Schwab location. From Colorado and Wyoming to the West Coast, you’re never far from one of our stores – or the road services we deliver. We even offer free tire disposal when you replace your old tires at Les Schwab.
Many of today’s new vehicles come with run-flat tires. Most of the time, these cars don’t have a spare, making run-flat tires the important difference between being stranded on the side of the road or being able to get to a repair shop. However, they can be more expensive than standard tires.
When you’re ready to shop new tires, our pros are here to help. Stop by your local Les Schwab and we’ll take a look at your current tires, make recommendations for your next set, and show you all the options that best fit your driving needs.
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At some point, every car requires new tires. Since you want to budget accordingly, it’s important to know how much does it cost to replace your tires?
In this guide, we cover the varying factors that influence the new tire price. We also give you a few tips that may help you save some money.
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How Much Do New Tires Cost?A new set of four tires will usually cost you between $400 and $1500, depending on the type of tire, vehicle, quality and where you get them installed. If you choose cheap tires, you may be able to spend $50 each, but on some vehicle types, you can easily spend $1500 or more on a new set of tires.
Now that we have the quick answer to the general cost of new tires, let’s take a closer look at the factors that affect the cost.
Factors Affecting Cost to Replace Your Tires1. Tire SizeThe biggest factor affecting your expense will be the size of the tire you need. You can find tires in all sizes, meant for a multitude of purposes. If you have a compact car, you will have the cheapest tires available, maybe even $50 each.
Of course, high-performance cars, large pickup trucks, specialty off-road vehicles, and SUVs will naturally cost more.
A good rule of thumb is that the larger the tire is, the more you can expect to pay for it.
There are just as many tire brands as there are sizes. Many tire shops specialize in one budget brand and carry a multitude of name brands.
You will spend far less to go with the no-name brand, but you need to think about the quality. After all, if you save money today by choosing this brand, does it really pay off if you have to replace the tires again prematurely? You may also get a much longer mileage warranty with quality tires, than with inexpensive tires.
If you choose a premium tire brand such as Michelin, Continental, Goodyear, Bridgestone, you will of course pay much more, but you know that you will get quality tires that last a long time and keep your vehicle on the road.
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3. Installation CostMost tire shops do not make a lot of money on the tire installation.
The job itself doesn’t take long and the price can often be included with the cost of the tires.
On average, you can expect most shops to tack on about $20-$40 per tire for the installation. However, if you visit a warehouse club, that expense could be even less.
4. Tire DisposalYou don’t get to leave your old tires with the shop without paying a price. These shops must pay to have them recycled, so that cost gets passed down to you.
On average, the tire disposal fees will be between $2 and $10 per tire to dispose of them. If you would rather save this money, you can get rid of them yourself.
5. Road Hazard/Warranty ProtectionOn top of the regular price paid for your tires, you may choose to add some extra warranty protection. With road hazard protection, you are covered if your tires get a hole or blow out.
However, you must be careful who you choose to get road hazard through. Not all companies are going to follow through on the agreement, leaving you paying for protection that doesn’t matter when something actually goes wrong.
When your new tires are installed, you will need to get a wheel alignment. Having properly aligned tires ensures that they last as long as possible.
You might pay between $75 and $200 to have the wheels aligned, depending on how many need to be done. However, this money can be seen as an investment, ensuring that your tires continue to provide reliable transportation.
How to Save Money on Tires1. Shop AroundThe most important factor is shopping around. You can call one location and get a price on a particular set of tires and the cost is completely different somewhere else, even though they are the same tires.
When you are shopping around, keep a couple of costs in mind. You will have the cost of the tires, the cost of installation and any fees that the company charges. Ask for the “out the door” price, so you can compare it apples-to-apples.
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Watch for SalesYou can get a great deal if you shop during a sale. Of course, it’s not always convenient to wait for the next sale, but if you have some time before the tires need to be changed, this is a great way to save.
Throughout the year, tire shops will offer various sales. You can take advantage of a Buy 3, Get 1 Free deal or enjoy a certain percentage off. Most tire sales correspond with holidays, so you can tell when one might be around the corner.
3. Take Advantage of RebatesTire shops don’t often make a whole lot on the tire, so discounts can be limited. However, the manufacturers are happy to offer rebates throughout the year.
Most of the rebates are through the mail but can be found online. Additionally, the tire shops have the inside scoop on what’s available, so be sure to ask.
4. Ask about TakeoffsIt’s not always wise to purchase used tires, but the takeoff is something entirely different.
These tires were installed brand-new and only used for a couple of days before the customer decided they didn’t want them.
It could be that the client didn’t appreciate the ride or simply decided they wanted something better. Either way, the tire shop will offer the replacement tires at a discounted price, so be sure to ask what’s available, especially if you use a popular tire size.
5. Use All-Season TiresIf you live in a cold climate where a lot of snow falls, you might have two sets of tires. Most people in these regions use summer and winter tires. With two sets of tires, you have a lot more money out, especially every time you need to have them switched.
If you aren’t actually driving in the snow, it might be better to use all-season tires throughout the year. While these aren’t going to get you through deep snow, there’s no sense spending more for something you don’t need. Evaluate your options and see if you can stick to using one set all year long.
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The lifespan of a tire will depend on the type of tire, the type of driving you do, and the climate. Generally, tires last between 50,000 and 80,000 miles and 6 years. If you drive a lot in city traffic and brake a lot or live in a hot climate, your tires may wear out sooner. If you often drive around with low tire pressure or a bad wheel alignment, they may also wear down sooner.
If your tire tread depth is close to 2/32” or under, it’s definitely time to replace them. Most tire manufacturers recommend replacing tires every 6 years, regardless of the number of miles driven.
This is because tire rubber degrades over time, even if the tires are not used. Tires that are more than 6 years old should be inspected by a professional to determine if they are safe to use.
If your car is two-wheel-drive, it’s fine to replace two tires on the same axle instead of four, although you need to consider that your car will handle differently with two new tires than with four. If you are replacing two tires, it is best to put the new or best tires on the rear axle, as this will improve traction and stability.
On many 4WD and AWD cars, however, the diameter of the tires must match, otherwise, you can damage the transmission or the differential. Therefore, it is recommended to replace all four tires on 4WD cars, and it’s a requirement for many car brands like BMW and Audi.
You need to read the tire dimensions on your old tires and take them to the tire shop. You can also call your authorized dealer or check your owner’s manual if the wheels are stock.
We have already written how to check the geometry of the body, generator, ignition system, battery, engine, running gear when inspecting a used car. In this article we will tell you how to check the tires when buying a used car.
Some experts say that using used tires is like playing Russian roulette - you only have to rely on luck. And to make the case really happy, you should check the wheels as carefully as possible.
Tires are a guarantee of safety on the road.
When inspecting a car and used tires, check the following:
Each of the parameters is important in its own way, and therefore ignoring at least one of them can significantly reduce the level of safety on the road.
We recommend checking first. If the tires have served their allotted time, further operation does not seem rational. This is easy to do - the date consists of two digits: the week number and year of issue, applied to the outside of the rubber. If, upon inspection of the machine, it is found that the numbers on each wheel are different, then this indicates a non-simultaneous replacement of the wheels. The reason for the replacement, if the service life has not yet come up, you should ask the seller.
Visual inspection is sufficient to check tire wear. It is important that tire wear (if any) is uniform over the entire circumference of the wheel. Uneven tire wear can be a sign of wheel imbalance, and it also indicates a possible sloppy driving style of the previous owner, which can cause several more problems when operating a car. Increased wear on the outside indicates insufficient tire pressure, which should also be checked before a test drive. The operation of such wheels is fraught with the fact that in corners the rubber will not “hold” the road well. If the center part was more subject to wear, get ready for a decrease in acceleration, handling and braking.
When buying a car, be sure to pay attention to this parameter. Tests show that the permissible tread depth should be at least half of the original - for summer tires it is at least 3 mm (1.6 mm by law, but it would be better to leave a margin), for winter tires - at least 4 mm.
It is not difficult to check the depth - in car dealerships you can buy a special probe with marks or use a simple ruler.
When inspecting the tread, it is not superfluous to check for signs of repair from the inside (on a smooth surface). By themselves, the patches on the tread are not critical, but only if their number does not exceed a couple of pieces per wheel, and their size is a third of the width of the pattern. Otherwise, the operation of the "horse" on such wheels should be abandoned. Pay attention to the nature of the patch - the restored tread pattern (the so-called "grooving") can result in a tire rupture.
The tire grips the road surface across the entire tread width. The edges of the tire also have an impact on braking performance. The smaller they become, the less grip the rubber has on the road surface, and therefore the risk of driving on wet or slippery surfaces increases. A worn leading edge indicates problems with the car's suspension, which is also worth paying attention to.
You can check this part of the tread "by touch" - the problem is present if the teeth on the tread edges differ in sharpness.
Tire micro cracks can occur even under conditions of minimal rubber wear and careful storage. The average service life of rubber is 5 years, but, as a rule, by the end of the term, the tire naturally becomes unusable. In the presence of small cracks, it is not recommended to exceed the speed of more than 80 kilometers per hour, otherwise the chances of complete tire wear increase rapidly. Deep cracks appear with a large degree of delamination of the tire. The use of such tires is highly discouraged.
Defects in the form of cuts and repair marks are a clear signal to stay away from the selected used rubber. As a rule, tire side cuts are dangerous due to the fact that the repair of such defects is extremely difficult and not gives a further guarantee of the quality of rubber operation.
But, in addition, it is necessary to check and make sure that there are no hidden damages. Deformation of the tire carcass in the form of dents and creases can be the result of driving or parking on a flat tire, as well as a strong impact. The end of the service life in this case may come earlier than expected.
The internal delamination of the tire is extremely difficult to detect. A warning can be various types of swelling on the inside of the tire. Visible breaks in the layer are also possible. Check the degree of puncture of the tire - when pressed with two thumbs, the tire should not deform much, but will quickly return to its original shape.
These tire and wheel test parameters apply to both summer and winter tires. But, in the cold season, when the car is “reshod” in winter tires, some other factors should be taken into account.
In winter, buying a car with winter tires is considered correct, but another situation is possible, so do not neglect to inspect the wheels.
First of all, you should check what the car is “shod” in - it can be idle for a long time, especially if the transaction takes place in the car market. Winter wheels are divided into two types: studded and friction.
Equally important is the tread depth. For 100%, it is customary to take the tread depth of new tires, 0% - unusable, respectively. The minimum permitted tread depth for winter tires is 4 mm, otherwise 0%. From the factory, tires are produced with different depths. Keep in mind that if the initial depth reached 8 mm, then 4 mm is not 50% wear, as some sellers say.
A buyer's vigilance will be a guarantee of a good deal. Bad tires in the general good condition of the car is not always a reason to refuse a purchase. If the wear is natural and even, and also corresponds to the average life of tires, the option of purchasing a car is worth considering. You can always eventually replace the rubber with one that will inspire confidence.
To avoid doubts about the history of the purchased car during the inspection, check the history of the car using the Autocode online service. To obtain a complete report, only the VIN, chassis number or state number of the vehicle of interest is required.
By driving in unique car numbers, you will receive the following data:
If you are a professional car dealer, you can also use the Autocode Profi service of unlimited car checks. Autocode Profi allows you to quickly check a large number of cars, add comments to reports, create your own lists of liquid vehicles, quickly compare options and store vehicle data in an orderly manner.
Tire wear or other negative factors may be hidden by the seller. So that they do not subsequently lead to problems in other parts of the machine, order an on-site Autocode check. The specialist will arrive at the place at any time and conduct a professional inspection of the vehicle. Checking the machine through Autocode will help to verify the correctness of your assumptions or refute them.
If there are no serious problems in the history and technical part of the car and you decide to buy, take the final step - enter the seller's passport data through the car owner verification service. This service will show whether he has problems with the law, whether his passport is valid, whether there are debts and enforcement proceedings.
If the audit finds serious problems, it is better to refuse the deal. View sample report
Deyakі know on the Internet the opinions of spozhivachіv, scho to assess the quality of a particular model of car tires. They also draw information about auto gumi from specialized magazines, and often publish test drives of new products. All tsi save the garni! Ale only yakshcho vrakhovuvati іndivіdіdualnі osoblіstі avtomobilya і style voіdіnnya avtolyubіl.
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Tse to fight for the polypshennia of endurance. We need soft tires for a fee, so that the stench does not crackle in the cold. For this, add elastomer to the warehouse. | 🚗 Product: | ⭐ Varti: |
| Shini Kormoran Road Performance 195/65 R15 907. | |
| Tires Debica Presto UHP 2 235/55 R17 103W XL FP | 2688 UAH |
| Tire Barum Bravuris 5HM 205/60 R16 92H | UAH 2082 |
| Tires Cordiant Road Runner PS-1 175/70 R13 82H | 1320 UAH |
| Tires Bridgestone Ecopia EP300 205/55 R16 91V | 2005 |
Like a buti, like a market for overlapping propositions? Tires of different breeds may have the same characteristics.
The most respected are the products of such giants, for example, Michelin or Goodyear, as vicarious innovative products, and as a component of the gum sum. In real life, people choose tires, buy yaki allow them prices.
| 🚙 Guma for car: | Tires Nokian Nordman S2 SUV 215/65 R16 98H for 2929 UAH; |
| 🚙 Guma for car: | Tires Gislaved Urban Speed 185/60 R14 82H for 1300 UAH; |
| 5/70 R15C 104/102R for 2842 UAH. |
The variability of tires of the same type and size in different tire manufacturers depends not only on the quality of the product itself, but also on the popularity of the brand. However, buying the gum of popular brands, you also pay for advertising, which is included in the product.
In the middle price segment, you can also find good tires for cars with top performance.
For example, the Matador trademark is a subsidiary of the Continental concern and all of their products strive for the identical technologies of the tire giant, and the variability is significantly lower. In the last hour, the Rosava virobnik became the launcher of products under the brand of the British company Premiorri. Tires already knew their shanuvalniks among the Ukrainian gentlemen.
The tire characteristics will be added to the price. You can buy gum for a car in Ukraine more cheaply, so that you turn on the power, you definitely don’t need it. For example, don’t varto buy tires with spikes, as if there is no need for the car to be corristled when it’s hot.
It is better to buy tires in Ukraine from overworked post-employees, so you don’t have to marry a tire or use a limited term of appurtenance. Our online store is successfully working not the first time. Orienting on the dovgostrokovu spіvpratsyu, we promote the same gumu of popular brands. Delivery is available all over Ukraine.
Right now and we can advise on the choice, which will give you the opportunity to comfortably transfer a round river.
Debica Frigo HP2 205/55 R16 91H
2 149 ₴
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2 205/55 R16 94T XL FP
3 449 ₴
2 891 ₴
2 029 ₴
Debica Frigo 2 185/65 R14 86T
2 806 ₴
Debica Frigo 2 185/65 R15 88T
1 989 ₴
Goodyear Ultra Grip 9+ 195/65 R15 91T
2 417 ₴
Goodyear UltraGrip Ice SUV G1 225/60 R18 104T XL
6 288 ₴
Debica Frigo 2 175/65 R14 82T
1 689 ₴
2 245 ₴
Gislaved Euro Frost 6 195/65 R15 91T
2 031 ₴
Debica Frigo 2 205/55 R16 91T
2 089 ₴
1 Debica Frigo HP2 215/65 R16 98H
3 039 ₴
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Rostislav
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EXPERIENCE 10 pm
First time I buy on your site, everything came in an hour, they called me back in the medical care.
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28 leaf fall 2022
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Good tires. Haven't tested it on ice and snow yet.
I want to write a review on tire fitting at a warehouse in the Dnieper. I couldn't find it, so I'm posting here. Guys are handsome. Everything was done quickly. But with one caveat. The locks were twisted so that I had to weld the nut on top to unscrew it. Of the 4 wheels, only one came loose. The rest were knocked out with chisels and weld nuts. I was lucky that they filmed at the service station, and if it were on the road, I would still have the quest.
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Premiorri ViaMaggiore Z Plus 205/55 R16 91H
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129
27 leaf fall 2022
On Lanos, mini cooper
EXPERIENCE 14 years
Normal tires. There is no noise even at 140 on both cars.
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41
27 leaf fall 2022
At Toyota
EXPERIENCE > 20 years
Odїzdiv two winters on this rubber. Even more worthy in all aspects vikoristannya. For this winter already having installed 2 new Fulda tires. I will buy 2 more in the next hour. Having bought 2 wheels a month ago on this site with NP delivery. The managers are competent, correcting the delivery, delivery is also fast. Dyakuyu for spіvpratsyu.
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Matador MP-93 Nordica 185/65 R14 86T
Oleksandr
27 leaf fall 2022
On Lada
EXPERIENCE 8 years
Good tires.
Duzhe m'yaka, not noisy.
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Doublestar DW08 175/65 R14 82T
Vyacheslav
26 leaf fall 2022
Duzhe good
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DK Tavria 11021 Metallic W4.5 R13 PCD3x256 ET30 DIA228.1
Oleksandr Gruda
26 leaf fall 2022
At ZAZ TAVRIYA
EXPERIENCE > 20 years
Everything is miraculous. Dyakuyu.
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Debica Frigo 2 185/70 R14 88T
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Leonid
26 leaf fall 2022
On Reno
EXPERIENCE 12 years
Satisfied with tires, I recommend! Guma to finish the milk, not noisy, rowing better in the snow, not yet testing on ice, came to the new mail very fast consultants 👌 .. the gum is fresh, every second of the month they prepared
Perevgs: in the Tsiloma all the good
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Sergey
25 Listopad 2022
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Goodyear UltraGrip Ice+
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82
25 leaf fall 2022
For toyota
EXPERIENCE > 20 years
The first injury is more positive, not judging that the tires may be balanced in the current conditions. What do we need when winter gum is installed - first noise, not to buzz and no jet noise - buzz, other - softness when passing unevenness - everything is soft and smooth, keratinization is not visible - everything is clearly according to the planned trajectory, snow, porridge, wet - I don’t watch the difference with a dry surface, but it’s neatly ale forward. Price-yak_st - name the shortest option, but try the GYUGI+ cob. I'm just in the grip of the Good Year. I never wrote reviews, but I just can’t speak. (Front tyres: Nokian W, Debica frigo 2, Continental contiwintercontact ts 850)
Tranquility: rather quiet, piercing ideal, soft on unevenness.
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