Since I know there are guys on here who’d rather tune than off-road, I just upgraded my 2020 Ascent with Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 Plus in 245/45R20, paired with a fresh alignment.
For the record, I lean toward a more spirited driving style: fast highway cruising (usually locked in at 78 to 80 MPH), hard braking when needed, and confident cornering. I prioritize responsiveness and control over floaty comfort, but since this is still our family vehicle, I value a quiet, smooth ride for long trips, especially the 11-hour runs.
I’m not chasing track performance, but I do expect my tires and brakes to deliver real-world confidence and consistency, particularly in the rain or on extended drives. If I didn’t need the space, I’d be in a Porsche. So I want my Ascent to handle like it means it.
The difference with these tires is immediate: tighter steering, better grip (especially in the rain), and a more planted feel at speed. If Continental makes these in the OEM size, I couldn’t find them, so I went with a slightly lower profile than stock, aiming for a sharper response and a cleaner stance. And wow, does it show. They’re actually quieter and roll smoother, even with the shorter sidewall.
These tires are everything the Yokohama Geolandar CV G058s (245/50R20) weren’t: high-speed stable, confidence-inspiring in wet weather, and honestly just more fun to drive.
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For the record, I lean toward a more spirited driving style: fast highway cruising (usually locked in at 78 to 80 MPH), hard braking when needed, and confident cornering. I prioritize responsiveness and control over floaty comfort, but since this is still our family vehicle, I value a quiet, smooth ride for long trips, especially the 11-hour runs.
I’m not chasing track performance, but I do expect my tires and brakes to deliver real-world confidence and consistency, particularly in the rain or on extended drives. If I didn’t need the space, I’d be in a Porsche. So I want my Ascent to handle like it means it.
The difference with these tires is immediate: tighter steering, better grip (especially in the rain), and a more planted feel at speed. If Continental makes these in the OEM size, I couldn’t find them, so I went with a slightly lower profile than stock, aiming for a sharper response and a cleaner stance. And wow, does it show. They’re actually quieter and roll smoother, even with the shorter sidewall.
These tires are everything the Yokohama Geolandar CV G058s (245/50R20) weren’t: high-speed stable, confidence-inspiring in wet weather, and honestly just more fun to drive.
