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Centara Grand Tourer H/T – 275/50ZR20 113W XL

Description: The Centara Grand Tourer H/T in 275/50ZR20 113W XL is a High-Performance (HP) All-Season Highway Terrain tyre, designed for large, premium, and powerful SUVs and Crossovers (CUVs). Centara, manufactured by a budget-focused Chinese producer (often Shandong Zhongyi Rubber), offers a high-specification tyre size that is commonly fitted to luxury SUVs like the Mercedes-Benz GLE/GLS, Audi Q7/Q8, and Porsche Cayenne, aiming for a balance of performance, load safety, and value.

Key Features and Technical Details:

• Extra Load (XL) Capacity: The 113 load index and the XL (Extra Load) designation mean this tyre has a heavily reinforced construction, safely supporting up to 1150 kg (2535 lbs) per tyre. This robust construction is essential for handling the significant weight and dynamic demands of large, modern luxury SUVs.

• High-Speed Performance: Rated W (up to 168 mph / 270 km/h), this is a very high speed rating, placing the tyre in the High-Performance category. The ZR in the size code confirms the tyre’s internal structure is engineered for sustained high-speed use.

• All-Season Highway Terrain (H/T) Design: The tyre features an asymmetric tread pattern and an all-season compound (often marked M+S) optimized for:

  • Stable Handling: The tread design maintains constant road contact, enhancing steering responsiveness and driving stability, especially at highway speeds. The strong structure prevents deformation under driving pressure.

  • Wet Grip: Four wide circumferential grooves effectively disperse water and slush from the footprint, greatly improving wet braking and hydroplaning resistance.

• Driving Comfort: A key feature highlighted by the manufacturer is the focus on comfort. The tread design is computer-optimized to lower road noise and vibrations, promoting a quiet and smooth driving experience inside the vehicle cabin.

• Fuel Efficiency: The design is stated to have a lower rolling resistance, which contributes to decreased fuel consumption.

Performance Ratings (UTQG)

The Uniform Tire Quality Grade (UTQG) rating for the Centara Grand Tourer H/T is typically:

• Treadwear: 440 (Suggests a good tread life expectancy for this category).

• Traction: A (Indicates high performance in wet straight-line braking).

• Temperature: A (Indicates excellent resistance to heat generation and high-speed durability).