Advantage Control

About the BFGoodrich Advantage Control

All-Season Passenger Car, CUV and Minivan tire.

Features

* Aqua-Flume Technology* Advanced all-season compounds* g-Wedge Sidewall Stabilizer* M+S Rated* 75,000 Mile Limited Mileage Warranty (H Rated)* 65,000 Mile Limited Mileage Warranty (V/W Rated)

Benefits

* Designed to evacuate water from under the contact patch for enhanced braking on wet roads* Ensures year round control for daily driving* Steadies the tire sidewall for crisp handling and a comfortable ride

Understanding the 205/50R16 size

In the size code 205/50R16, 205 is the section width in millimetres (about 8.1"). 50 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 50% of the width, or roughly 102.5 mm. R16 means radial construction on a 16-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 24.1".

The load index 87 means each tire supports up to 1,201 lbs — about 4,804 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol V certifies the tire to 149 mph under its rated load. Always match or exceed the load index and speed rating listed on your vehicle's door-jamb placard.

Tread life and grip ratings

This tire carries a UTQG rating of 600 B A. The treadwear grade of 600 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 B measures straight-line wet stopping grip (AA is highest, then A, B and C). Temperature grade A reflects heat resistance at sustained speed (A is highest).

Price and value

At $115.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $461.96. That is about 11% above the average of the 27 tires we stock in this size, reflecting its position in the range. Backed by a 65,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $7.11 per 1,000 miles across the set.