tire suggestions needed

Time to buy new tires for my 98 V70 GLT, since I run snows in the winter all
seasons are not really required for the summer.
I have been looking at Yokohama AVS ES100 195/60/15 does anyone have any
comments about these?
Is there some other performance tire that someone may recommend?
As far as sizing stock is 195/60/15 does anyone have any experience with
205/55/15
Also looking to spend less than $100/tire.

Thanks, Rob

 

I recently got a set of Bridgestone Potenza RS960s on my 740, they're
fantastic so far. About US$80 each, very quiet, the whole car feels much
more luxureous, and rain or shine, I've not yet broken one loose. The worn
Pirelli P6000s were not this good when they were new, and more recently
would spin easily if the road was at all wet. I suggest reading some online
reviews of whatever tires you're considering.

 

We've had good luck with the 70k mile rated Hankook tires, on both
our 240 (now sold) and our Camry wagon. They seem good quality, handle
fine, and are less than $100 per tire.

 

I could be wrong, but if I recall correctly, winter tires are better
when narrower and taller so they "cut" through the snow. The opposite
with summer tires. you want wider so you get more grip on the
pavement. And optionally lower for "driving comfort".

My 2cents.

Consumer Reports has recently rank the new Michelin X-Ice as the best
winter tires. Personally, I use Toyo for winter and for summer.

 

The width in itself has no effect on traction, although a wider tire puts
less stress per square inch of contact patch so they can be made of softer
more sticky rubber and still have acceptable life.

 

The Yokohama tires should work just fine. Reasonably priced, with
excellent ride, handling and wear characteristics. Also check Tire
Rack for reviews.