XSE tire options (19" rim)

Discussion in 'Gen 5 Prius Main Forum' started by GeoJ, Mar 5, 2026 at 7:55 AM.

  1. GeoJ

    GeoJ Active Member

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    I was looking around at replacement tires for our gen5 prime. There are a lot of good tires out there, but very few of them are available in size 195/50R19. In fact, is it still just two options for all-season, Toyo and Michelin? Hoping maybe there are updates on tire selection that I am not aware of.

    We do get snow and ice in New England, so l am wondering what folks have found and/or can recommend in good quality, long lasting, low rolling resistance all-weather tires in size 195/50R19. And that don't appreciably harm mileage or EV range.

    I know there's a large group here that would say switch to 17" rims, but I prefer to just stick with the rims that came with the car. And, I do not want to use a dedicated snow and switch out tires, although I also know many here would recommend that approach. Thanks.
     
  2. notspam3

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    You need to resign yourself to getting stuck with $$$$ tires on 19" wheels. I bought a set of 16" aluminum alloy wheels and michelin x-ice winter tires for the same price as the 19" rubber tires only. I've been happy with the x-ice snow and ice traction and find I get really decent fuel economy as a snow tire.

    I'm in snow country and 3-season "all season" tires don't cut the mustard. To each his own.