202 Road/Tyre Noise

[stevesey]

I get quiet a lot of road/type noise above 60 - I suspect a lot is related to the tyres (Khumo) although they don't get bad reviews for noise. When it's time for new tryes I'll llok at reviews carefully - and suspect I'll end up with some Michellins.

The difference between some sections of motorway very significant, there is a nice section on the M4 between 17 and 18 where everything goes really quiet (so it is just road/tyre noise), yet other sections are quite noisy at times. Most of the most seems to come from the rear and subjectively I'd say it's quieter with a full boot (difficult to a side by side test).

Anyone else noticed this - done anything about it?

Noticed that the boot "carpet" pannels are only loosely plonked over the wheel arches and there is no attempt at deadening the "outside" half of the arch in the boot. So though that might be a starting point for some improved sound proofing. Suggestions?

 

[bigasotonuk]

Hi,
On my C230K I use Pirrelli's (15' Rims).
On my C43 AMG I use Goodyear F1's (17' Rims).
I have never noticed any excessive road noise with either vehicle with these make tyres. The C230K had Pirelli's fitted new. After owning the C230K for a year or so i fitted 2 amplifers and Sub in the boot and was told to line the inside of the boot floor, sides and the inside of the Boot lid with Dynamat sound deadening material, this did make a difference all be it subtle.
Though i have no complaint with the Goodyears on the AMG I will be putting on Continentals on it as it came with them fitted standard plus i can get a good deal on a set.

 

[television]

Tyre noise depends on the type of tread, the more chunky it is, the noisier it gets

Is yours a saloon or estate

 

[anyweb]

we recently had a very noisey issue with our chrysler voyager, i thought it was the tires (the noise got worse above 60mph), when i turned the steering wheel right the noise got less,

long story short a drive bearing was gone kaput on the right wheel (fwd car)

i don't know if W202's have bearings in the front or rear wheels (possible they do in the rear) but that may be a source of noise

just a thought, or.... alternatively you may have tires out of alignment (tracking)

does the noise disappear when turning around corners ?

 

[stevesey]

Tyre noise depends on the type of tread, the more chunky it is, the noisier it gets

Is yours a saloon or estate

A Saloon.

 

[astradave81]

we recently had a very noisey issue with our chrysler voyager, i thought it was the tires (the noise got worse above 60mph), when i turned the steering wheel right the noise got less,

long story short a drive bearing was gone kaput on the right wheel (fwd car)

i don't know if W202's have bearings in the front or rear wheels (possible they do in the rear) but that may be a source of noise

just a thought, or.... alternatively you may have tires out of alignment (tracking)

does the noise disappear when turning around corners ?

Every modern car has wheel bearings at the front and rear..

 

[Royville]

I get quiet a lot of road/type noise above 60 - I suspect a lot is related to the tyres (Khumo) although they don't get bad reviews for noise. When it's time for new tryes I'll llok at reviews carefully - and suspect I'll end up with some Michellins.

The difference between some sections of motorway very significant, there is a nice section on the M4 between 17 and 18 where everything goes really quiet (so it is just road/tyre noise), yet other sections are quite noisy at times. Most of the most seems to come from the rear and subjectively I'd say it's quieter with a full boot (difficult to a side by side test).

Anyone else noticed this - done anything about it?

Noticed that the boot "carpet" pannels are only loosely plonked over the wheel arches and there is no attempt at deadening the "outside" half of the arch in the boot. So though that might be a starting point for some improved sound proofing. Suggestions?

Hi Steve,
I have a 96 c180 with the same thing. Its definatly road nose as it goes very quiet on certain roads. (Hell my wifes little car rides quieter sometimes!) I had dunlops all round last year, but I put conties on the front this year and they made no difference. Also I had my rear wheel bearings done and this made hardly any difference either.
I too would be interested in any explainations/solutions.
Royville

 

[stevesey]

Hi Steve,
I have a 96 c180 with the same thing. Its definatly road nose as it goes very quiet on certain roads. (Hell my wifes little car rides quieter sometimes!) I had dunlops all round last year, but I put conties on the front this year and they made no difference. Also I had my rear wheel bearings done and this made hardly any difference either.
I too would be interested in any explainations/solutions.
Royville

Roy - I've been thinking about swapping the front/rears around (different tread patterns) to see if that alters the noise balance/perception. Might be something you could try as well - not doing it today though it's cold/wet outside.

 

[Royville]

The weather 's the same here too!
In the next few weeks I will be replacing my rears anyway as they're getting a bit low especially with winter upon us. I'll probably have conties - quite simply because I don't know which tyres are quietest and they are cheapest.

Unless anyone knows different - of course.

Royville.

 

[stevesey]

Unless anyone knows different - of course.

Reviews/ratings etc here are helpful, no side by side comparisions - so a bit fiddly to look each one up in turn - but useful.

 

[bigasotonuk]

Hi,
Try these people for price on tyres seem very good

http://www.protyre.co.uk

 

[television]

My tires are normally around £225 each. Mytires wanted £196 this one in the link £165 delivered

http://www.tyrexpress.com/index.aspx

 

[FIBAMAN]

My 96 C180 came with Contis which were ok all round, I cahnged to Pirelli P6000 as they were cheaper and noticed an immediate improvement on noise on any surface, with noticeable improvement in wet grip also. Stuck with Pirelli for the next 180,000 miles then changed to Lassa (made by Bridgestone) which were cheaper again and believe it or not they were just as good in all respects.

 

[grpar]

I get quiet a lot of road/type noise above 60 - I suspect a lot is related to the tyres (Khumo) although they don't get bad reviews for noise. When it's time for new tryes I'll llok at reviews carefully - and suspect I'll end up with some Michellins.

The difference between some sections of motorway very significant, there is a nice section on the M4 between 17 and 18 where everything goes really quiet (so it is just road/tyre noise), yet other sections are quite noisy at times. Most of the most seems to come from the rear and subjectively I'd say it's quieter with a full boot (difficult to a side by side test).

Anyone else noticed this - done anything about it?

Noticed that the boot "carpet" pannels are only loosely plonked over the wheel arches and there is no attempt at deadening the "outside" half of the arch in the boot. So though that might be a starting point for some improved sound proofing. Suggestions?

Not sure I would rush to Michelins, Stevesey.

I replaced the Conti Sport Contact 2's on the front of my C-class because I thought they were noisy and hard riding. Which they were, I hasten to add. Whilst the Michelin Pilot Exalto 2's are certainly bouncier and softer in terms of ride, the trade off is quite noticeable under-steer on slower sharper corners (e.g. turning left off a main road with some "enthusiasm"). I think next time I may just have to return to the Conti's which at least clung on through all corners, come what may.

 

[philharve]

Tyre recommendations

Hi

I'm happy to recommend Toyo Proxes for their 'quiet' performance having had the TR-1 and then the CF-1. They won't break the bank either.

http://www.toyo.co.uk/products.php?identity=products&category_id=2

REGARDS

Phil

 

[Lordjellybelly]

On my previous Merc, W202 1998 C240 I fitted Toyo Road Pros all round and was very impressed; roadholding wet and dry and above all quietness.

 

[Marvinstockman]

I don't know if you can get them in England, but I just put Falken ZE-912's on my '97 C280 Sport with good results. Not expensive at all, less than $70 US installed. From what I've seen, that will probably translate to $70 pounds.

 

[stevesey]

Swapped the front/rear tyres around at the weekend. Driving along the M4 today I'd say that the noise has moved forwards - suggesting it's the tyres that have gone rear to front that are noisest of the two tread patterns I have (also they have slightly more tread, which can mean more noise). Need to wait for them to wear out now!!


N.B Toyo had cropped up on my shortlist as they seemed to get good reviews for noise, performance and value. Good to have some extra views from those of you who reccomended them.

 

[johno2004]

Hi,

I have four new conties fitted to my 17"amgs and have noticed a lot more road noise but grip is good.

Safety or noise ??? safety

Johno