Why Use This Tire?

[pj8708]

I have an 07', S80 Volvo, with Sport Package. It came from the factory with 245/40/18 tires. I can't find any one who can explain, including the dealer, why a sedan would need such a big/wide tire. It is good in snow and mpg runs about 28 on the highway.(engine is 3.2 non turbo). Does any one here know??

Any info. is better than what I've got so far.

Thanks,

Paul.

[SW03ES]

Handling, the big wide tires and wheels give it good stable handling...

[pj8708]

Handling, the big wide tires and wheels give it good stable handling...

You've been talking to my wife. That's something she says she want's with me. Better handling so she can stop the beatings!

Thanks for the answer. I can see now that with the sport package they would include those as it also has the push button suspension selection. Your the Shell answer man!

Paul