Michelin XPS Rib 235/85R16
Michelin XPS Rib 235/85R16 E NONE Highway Rib Summer Tire 13080
💡 Is the Michelin XPS Rib 235/85R16 a Good Tire?
The Michelin XPS Rib 235/85R16 is a summer highway rib tire designed for commercial vans, medium-duty trucks, and work pickup trucks. It delivers solid dry highway traction and adequate wet performance thanks to its rib tread design optimized for even wear and fuel efficiency. Ride comfort is firm but controlled for its commercial application, with moderate road noise typical of highway rib designs. Tread life is strong for fleet applications where high mileage is prioritized over comfort. Rated Excellent by TireRack based on 29 consumer surveys, it excels in commercial highway use but is not suitable for winter conditions or off-road driving. Currently priced from $313.85, it is available through major online tire retailers.
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The Michelin XPS Rib 235/85R16 is a summer light truck tire designed for medium and heavy-duty truck, van, and pickup drivers who prioritize heavy-duty load capacity and even wear in everyday driving. Its highway rib tread design and compound focus on delivering low noise operation while maintaining reliable traction on both dry and wet road surfaces.
This tire features a traditional rib construction optimized for highway use, with circumferential grooves that help channel water away from the contact patch for wet weather performance. The robust casing is engineered to handle the demanding load requirements of commercial and heavy-duty applications. Driver feedback points to strong dry road grip and reliable wet weather handling, with notably smooth ride quality and impressive longevity in real-world use.
Compared to all-terrain options, it prioritizes on-road stability, load capacity, and highway efficiency over off-road capability. Overall, it's a solid choice for work trucks and commercial vehicles used primarily for highway driving and heavy hauling in temperate conditions.
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| Tire | Price | Rating | Best For | Season |
|---|---|---|---|---|
★Michelin XPS Rib 235/85R16 🛣️ Highway all-season | $313.85 | ⭐ Excellent (29 reviews) | Medium and heavy-duty truck highway driving | ☀️ Summer |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $145.7 | ⭐ N/A (2 reviews) | Full-size SUV daily commuting | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $177.19 | ⭐ N/A (51 reviews) | Daily commuting with occasional trail access | 🌤️ All Season |
🛣️ Highway all-season | $204.99 | ⭐ Good (22 reviews) | Heavy-duty pickup trucks and work vehicles | 🌤️ All Season |
🏔️ All-terrain capability | $210 | ⭐ N/A (35 reviews) | Mixed on-road and off-road driving | 🌤️ All Season |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"We consider this a premium highway tire that excels at heavy-duty commercial applications and long-distance trucking. The specialized rib design sacrifices off-road capability for highway performance."
