What is the tire model of the top configuration Passat?
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3.0 flagship model tire specifications reach 235/45R18. Passat: It is a mid-size sedan designed by Volkswagen AG in Germany. In the Volkswagen lineup, it is classified as a B-segment car. Since its birth in 1973, the Volkswagen Passat has swept the global automotive market with its high safety standards, classic design, and top-tier manufacturing quality for over 40 years, with a total production and sales of more than 30 million units. Tire: It is a circular elastic rubber product assembled on various vehicles or machinery for ground rolling. Usually mounted on metal rims, it can support the vehicle body, cushion external impacts, achieve contact with the road surface, and ensure the vehicle's driving performance. Tires are often used under complex and harsh conditions, enduring various deformations, loads, forces, and high and low temperatures during operation. Therefore, they must have high load-bearing performance, traction performance, and cushioning performance. At the same time, they are also required to have high wear resistance and flex resistance, as well as low rolling resistance and heat generation.
I've been driving the top-of-the-line Passat for several years, using 235/45 R18 tires, with Michelin being the more common brand. This size provides excellent stability, especially on highways, with strong grip and responsive braking. Even on wet roads during rainy days, I've never experienced any slipping. The slightly wider tires give the car a more imposing look visually, but on long trips, it's important to check tire pressure and wear to prevent premature aging. When changing tires, I usually go to professional shops because the larger size comes at a slightly higher price, but it perfectly matches the car's performance. If you drive on mountain roads, the grip performance of these tires gives me great confidence. Daily maintenance is simple—just checking the tire condition during car washes is sufficient.
