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Those quiet tracks only come in the 94v, so only the 2.0 T MkZs should run them. Yes they are big money, but get lots of miles for a touring tire.

Hope you enjoy that Z. That color combo sounds awesome...i smile every time I hit the gas with the 3.0 awd. Update on tires, we just bought a set of Pirelli Cinturato all sesson plus2. Only a couple weeks in, but we really like them over the Mich's, plus 70k mile warranty. Smooth and quiet. Per a few calls to Tire rack, these or the Continentals pure contact LS were the recommended all season touring tires in 98 extra load ratings...For more performance then the Bridgstone RE980 all season, but 50k warranty...good luck.

Thanks MKZMark..how do you like the Continentals compared to the factory Michelins? Smoother, quieter?

Thanks again..I did give Tire Rack a call again. And did get different information, but it does make sense..The sales rep stated that the key item is the 98 rating. Therefore, not a lot of touring tires in that range, in the 19 inch needed for the Mkz 3.0. I am going to try the Pirelli which is a 98V XL, rated at 70k miles. Cooper and Continental have options, but the rep recommended the Pirelli P7 all season plus 2, it is a new tire not enough reviews yet on Tire Rack.

Thanks for the information. My car is Magnetic grey with black interior, and it does have the 98W extra load Michelins in 19 inch. It appears the 2.0T and hybrids with the 19 inch wheels come with the 94V standard load tire...hence my question of why do I need extra load tires? Is it simply for better handling with a more powerful engine? It is an amazing engine upgrade to the 3.0T. Impresses me every time I need to hit the gas.

Hello. I am in the market for new tires for my 2018 3.0T AWD with 19 inch wheels. Has anyone run the Bridgestone Quiet tracks yet? The factory Mich's are extra load and are very noisy and give a rough ride, plus only lasted 21k miles. Do I need extra load tires or can I use a standard load ? Looking for smooth and quiet and long lasting, over handling. Thanks for any help, I have already looked on tire rack and in this forum related to the Quiet tracks on the Z with 19s.