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 265/65R18 size

In the size code 265/65R18, 265 is the section width in millimetres (about 10.4"). 65 is the aspect ratio — the sidewall height is 65% of the width, or roughly 172.3 mm. R18 means radial construction on a 18-inch wheel, giving an approximate overall diameter of 31.6".

The load index 114 means each tire supports up to 2,601 lbs — about 10,404 lbs across a full set of four. The speed symbol T certifies the tire to 118 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 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 $163.49 per tire, a full set of four costs $653.96. That is about 15% below the average price of the 106 tires we stock in this size. Backed by a 70,000-mile treadwear warranty, that works out to roughly $9.34 per 1,000 miles across the set.