How long do run flat tyres last compared to normal tyres?

Run Flat Tyres

Run flat tyres generally have the same tread-wear lifetime as their standard counterparts, though some claim that run flat tyres have the sidewalls stiffened to the point that the tread-wear becomes more rapid.

Expected mileage

• Premium run flat tyres: 25,000 to 35,000 miles
• Mid-range run flat tyres: 20,000 to 30,000 miles

Cost comparison

The point of purchase is where the most significant cost difference is noticeable. Run flat tyres typically cost 20 to 30 percent more than a non run flat system. The ongoing tread wear cost balances out so the additional cost of the run flat system is the cost of the safety feature.

How to maximise run flat tyre life

The same principles that apply to a standard tyre also apply to a run flat system. Those principles include maintaining the proper air-pressure, inspecting the alignment as well as avoiding aggressive driving. Run flat tyres especially do not like to be driven on with low air-pressure which is why constant inspection is extremely important.