Replacing the run-flats.. with same Bridgestone?

[ProsperX3]

My wife loves her '23 X3 30i and so we went ahead and purchased it at the end of its 36 mo lease. Less than 30k on the odometer and spotless inside and out. Since we are now going to keep this car for at least another year or two, I want to go ahead and replace the original 19" Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport RFT's with a non-RFT tire for improved ride and comfort. Costco (as well as other tire dealers) carry the same exact Bridgestone Dueler HP in its non-RFT version. I'm not a tire expert but it would seem to me that this would be the obvious choice. Any comments or advice on this would be welcome. The Turanza LS100 is another option for about $15.00 less per tire.

[JTK44]

Originally Posted by ProsperX3

My wife loves her '23 X3 30i and so we went ahead and purchased it at the end of its 36 mo lease. Less than 30k on the odometer and spotless inside and out. Since we are now going to keep this car for at least another year or two, I want to go ahead and replace the original 19" Bridgestone Dueler HP Sport RFT's with a non-RFT tire for improved ride and comfort. Costco (as well as other tire dealers) carry the same exact Bridgestone Dueler HP in its non-RFT version. I'm not a tire expert but it would seem to me that this would be the obvious choice. Any comments or advice on this would be welcome. The Turanza LS100 is another option for about $15.00 less per tire.Attachment 3839945

I replaced the Pirelli P7 Centurato RF also at Costco with the Bridgestone Driveguard Plus RF. I am not enough of a perfectionist to notice any difference between the Pirelli's and the Bridgestone.

I went with the Bridgestones because they are rated at 60K miles vs. 30K for the Pirelli's. I went with Costco because of their 5 year road hazard warranty.

Personally I like the extra "security" of the RF over the non RF. To me any marginal difference in ride is outweighed by the safety that the RF give over the RF.

On my new 2026 540i which comes with non RF, I tried to have the dealer switch out the non RF with RF - but they said they could not. I did however order the spare tire.

Hopes this helps.

[ProsperX3]

You're obviously a fan of run-flat technology JTK44, and that's fine. But I haven't had a tire lose pressure or go flat on me while the vehicle was in motion in over 50 years and want to get away from the compromises and drawbacks of run-flat tires. Thanks for your reply.

[DanG]

I would look at Michelin Crossclimate SUV or 3.

[ProsperX3]

Thanks DanG, but don't need the Crossclimate because it's mostly mild and dry during winter here in north Texas.

[No one]

Originally Posted by JTK44

On my new 2026 540i which comes with non RF, I tried to have the dealer switch out the non RF with RF - but they said they could not. I did however order the spare tire.

You don't spare your trunk space! The mobility kit the car comes with should be enough (back it with a phone though ).