Best Solution for NV200 Tire Replacement?

[SanJourney]

NV200 tires can generally last about 80,000 kilometers when driving on normal roads without any issues. If the road conditions are poorer, they can still last over 60,000 kilometers. The issue of rubber aging should also be considered. Based on the above, under normal circumstances, the optimal time to replace car tires is after about 80,000 kilometers or 6 years of use. Below are the detailed steps for tire replacement: 1. First, drive the vehicle to a safe area. Choose a level surface to park, turn on the hazard lights, and after the vehicle is parked, engage the handbrake. Once safety is confirmed, place a triangular warning sign 100 meters behind the left rear of the vehicle. 2. Retrieve the spare tire, tire wrench, and jack. 3. Position the jack under the vehicle's steel beam, aligning the jack's lifting claw with the support point beneath the vehicle. 4. Operate the jack to lift the vehicle. Then use the wrench to sequentially remove the bolts of the tire that needs to be replaced and take off the wheel. 5. Align the spare tire with the axle and bolt holes, and initially tighten the tire bolts. While tightening the bolts, you can step on the sidewall at the bottom of the tire with your foot to make the tightening process easier. 6. Lower the jack and tighten each bolt in a diagonal sequence.

[LaClayton]

I've been driving my NV200 for over five years and have thought about changing tires several times. The original tire size for this car is 185/65R15, and I recommend not casually altering the size—sticking to the original specifications is the safest bet. Last month, I replaced all four tires with Dunlop SP TOURING T1, and they run exceptionally quietly with significantly better grip than the factory tires. When carrying loads, the reduced body roll is noticeably better, and at just over 400 yuan per tire, they're quite a bargain. If you frequently drive on rough roads, the Giti 228 reinforced version is more wear-resistant with much thicker sidewalls, though it's a bit noisier. When changing tires, make sure to check that the production date isn't older than two years, and remember to do a wheel balance after replacement; otherwise, the steering wheel might shake at high speeds.

[LawsonAnn]

My NV200 is mainly used for urban and rural deliveries, so fuel-efficient and wear-resistant tires are the most practical. The most cost-effective ones I've used are the Chaoyang RP18, just over 300 yuan each, with low rolling resistance—a full tank can get me an extra 30 kilometers. Stick to the 185/65R15 specification to avoid annual inspection hassles. It's best to replace all four tires at once; mixing old and new tires can cause alignment issues. Last week, I helped a neighbor install the Cheng Shin CM658, which is great for heavy loads—its 8-ply carcass can handle over a ton of cargo, and the three tread grooves prevent slipping in the rain. Keep tire pressure at 2.3 when unloaded and increase to 2.6 when fully loaded to save both tires and fuel.

[DiCollin]

NV200 tire replacement focuses on load index. The original 88H rating withstands 600kg, but since I often overload for cargo, I switched to Hankook Optimo K715 with 94T rating, adding 150kg capacity. Don't blindly trust imported tires - domestic Warrior R30 surprisingly performs well with deep tread design for quick wet drainage and rim-protecting side ribs. Stick to 185/65R15 specs; size alteration causes speedometer errors. Mount new tires on front axle for safety, moving old ones to rear. Remember to rotate tires every 20,000km - this extends tire life by another 20,000km.