I recently got two sets of rims (16" and 19") for my 2003 S7, but need to figure out what tires to put on them. Basically, I need to dosome fair distance driving (50 miles one way)between my place to work during workdays and some offroad activities on my farm over the weekend. I am living in a northern rural area where a lengthy winter time (with big icy snows) will be observed. Any suggestions on what kind of tire(s) I need to consider to put on? Thanks

 

Dump the 18" rims, I recommend the Copper Discoverer S/T, it is a really good all terrain tire, it is good in the snow and dirt. I had them on my FedEx van and they were by far the better tire I had had. I had used the Cooper Discoverer ATR which wore out in underthree months, used the BFG AllTerrain and got stuck more than ever and wore out in less than 6 months, used the S/T and got stuck less and lasted longer than any other tire I used, almost a year.
Others on here are recommending the General AT2, I have no experience with them but they look like a good tire.
If you can find them, the Goodyear Workhorse are a great tire, they last forever and are prefered by farmers.

 

Sell your newly acquires wheels, they are junk on Discos, tires are way to expensive, they ride rough, they they don't hold up.
Us you set of 16" wheels and buy just one set of tires.

 

I run General grabber AT2's and so far have been very happy. The ride is quiet on the hwy and they really good off road. They also come with a 60,000 mile warranty. On 16" wheels you will loose a little MPG (maybe 1 at the very most) but they are net as bad as some other A/t tires. They are also a great price for the tire you get, not to mention, they look great too. Any other questions about GG A/t2's let me know.

 

I recently put the AT2s on and have been very pleased. Different feeling from the road tires, but I acclimated quickly. My mileage has actually improved since installing the tires--but I had so much other work done at the same time I don't know how to explain that. I just took the Disco on camping trip, loaded down with 2 adults, 3 kids, and LOTS of gear, and averaged 13.8 mpg driving steep, winding mountain roads--which was a pleasant surprise!

Love the way they look. Here are some shots of mine:

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Look up the Nitto Terra Graplers. http://www.nittotire.com/#HomeThey seem to fill the need you describe.

 

We have had the Nitto Terra Grapplers for awhile now & really like them.

 

I too can vouch for the General Grabbers At2. Been through a very bad Canadian winter this year, and passed with flying colors on ice and deep snow.

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Why are you thinking you will loose MPG running on 16" wheels. Wheels have nothing to do with your mileage it is the height of the tire that will at some point change your lileage.

 

X2 mike, was wondering the same thing. If aired up good, the size of the wheels is completely irrelevant.