I will need new tyres soon. Do I look for car tyres or 4x4 tyres during the search? If I do not intend to go offroad (why have you got a RRS then I hear you say!) then do I need 4x4 tyres or is there another reason why I would need them?

I also wish to go 275/45/20 for a bit more comfort (appreciate speedo will be out). Is 285/45/20 an option?

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If you want comfort then I can recommend Pirelli Scorpions. (In comparison to Continental Sports) L405 P400e Autobiography (MY2020)... Silicon Silver / Espresso
RRS TDV6 HSE Lux (MY2011)... Nara Bronze / Arabica - now gone!

I currently have continentals cross contact - they're not that bad but then I have nothing to compare them too! I can't understand why a car like this has 40 series tyres!

Trust me, the Pirelli Scorpion Assymetrico tyres are totally different to those. Much more comfortable but the trade off is you don't get that rock solid fast and hard cornering ability. The compromise is well worth it in my opinion. You don't need 45 profiles. You should wangle a test drive in an RRS with them fitted. L405 P400e Autobiography (MY2020)... Silicon Silver / Espresso
RRS TDV6 HSE Lux (MY2011)... Nara Bronze / Arabica - now gone!

Interesting reply and view. Thanks ilard

I had Contis when i got my RRS. I swapped for a set ot Pirelli Scorpions that i think are a lot better. Current 2010 Range Rover Sport HSE with the usual toys: timed climate, Rosen headrest screens, tow bar with twin electrics, Blackvue HD cam
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Use 4x4 tyres not car tyres, car tyres designed for cars and yes you guessed it 4x4 tyres designed for 4x4's.

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+1 for pirelli scorpions after having had contis

I wouldn't recommend fitting 45 profile unless you're going to inform insurer of modification and it will throw speedo out  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

Are Pirelli's softer and subsequently more comfortable and does this allow to faster wear? What sort of shelf life can I expect from Pirelli's and Best Price?

apologies for all questions

I'm expecting them to last twice as long as Contis! L405 P400e Autobiography (MY2020)... Silicon Silver / Espresso
RRS TDV6 HSE Lux (MY2011)... Nara Bronze / Arabica - now gone!

Replaced contis at 10k due to worn edges

Pirelli done 18k now and about 6mm left

Ride improved greatly too  Wanted a Series 2 LR since childhood but previously owned MY16 Disco Sport HSE TD4 Auto, MY13 RR Sport Black Edition TDV6 Auto, MY10 RR Sport HSE TDV6 Auto, 2007 Freelander 1 Freestyle TD4 Soft Top, 2009 Freelander 2 GS TD4 Auto, 2007 Freelander 2 GS TD4, 2004 Disco 2 Metropolis Auto, 2002 Disco 2 GS, 2000 Freelander 1 SE TD4 SW

Still hoping for a S2 one day!

I changed the Pirellis on my previous Sport at around 30k miles. They had 3mm left at the time so still legal but probably not safe. First owner told me they were the original tyres from factory. No experience of Contis apart from having one on a spare that was never used. Current: Volvo XC90 T8 Inscription Pro PHEV with some optionals on top
Gone: MY16 RRS2 3.0 SDV6 Autobiography Dynamic, Carpathian Grey & Santorini Black Sliding Pano/Ebony & Ivory 2 Tone
Gone: MY13 RRS 3.0 SDV6 HSE Black Edition, Orkney Grey/Ivory
Gone: MY09 RRS 2.7 TDV6 HSE, Santorini Black/Almond

So, pretty much sold on the Pirelli's then! excellent.

Lastly then, who has seen the best price for these?

I got mine fitted for £220 (inc VAT) per corner by my main dealer during the 36 month service in 2013.

I expect AJS Tyres (site sponsor, http://ajstyres.co.uk) will be the best price you can get but not sure what areas of the UK they cover. L405 P400e Autobiography (MY2020)... Silicon Silver / Espresso
RRS TDV6 HSE Lux (MY2011)... Nara Bronze / Arabica - now gone!