Destination LE3

About the Firestone Destination LE3

All-Season Passenger SUV/CUV tire. Outline White Letter (OWL) Sidewall or Black Sidewall (BSW) depending on Size.

Features

* Tractiontech Technology including full-depth read design and new, advanced rubber compounds* HydroGrip Technology with an improved tread pattern including open shoulder slots and full-depth tread design* Newly enhanced tread design with full-depth, 3D sipes* 70,000 Mile Limited Treadwear Warranty* 90 Day Buy & Try Guarantee

Benefits

* Provides more consistent wear over longer tire life* For enhanced water evacuation from contact patch under wet conditions* For enhanced snow traction and improved performance throughout the tire's limited warranty

Understanding the 205/70R16 size

In the size code 205/70R16, 205 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.1"). 70 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 70% of the width, or roughly 143.5 mm. R16 means radial construction on a 16-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 27.3".

The load index 97 means each tire supports up to 1,609 lbs — about 6,436 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol H certifies the tire to 130 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

What the Firestone Destination LE3 is built for

Fitment category: Undefined.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 700 A B. The treadwear grade of 700 is a relative durability score — a grade of 200 is expected to last roughly twice as long as a grade of 100 under the same controlled test. Traction grade A measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade B reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $119.99 per tire, a full set of four costs $479.96. That is about 11% above the average of the 19 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range. Backed by a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $6.86 per 1,000 miles across the set.