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Looking for a tyre with low road noise

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I currently drive a VW Golf 5, 2.0l non FSI version. Version 5 is not the most quiet car in terms of road noise. Currently the tyres fitted is Dunlop SP Sport 6060 in size 205/55/16 which were fitted by the dealer when I bought the car. According to my humble opinion roadnoise is quite pronounced with these tyres. Its time for replacements. I haven't driven a Golf with a different brand of tyre so my opinion might be a subjective one. Can anyone advise please because low roadnoise is one of my key requirements.
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Yokohama Decibels are awesome!
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Thanks. Appreciate
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anything but dunlop in my experience
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Ecopia are quiet

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I fitted the Yokohamas and they are really quiet and comfortable. Happy so far. thanks for the advice.
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Stay away from any v-pattern tyres.
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Noted. Thanks
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As Kyle said, if price is not an issue, go for Michelin. I was also pleasantly surprised by the Barum Bravuris2 tires. It's a nice soft compound and VERY quite for its price. It's worth looking into.
I would stay away from Dunlop. I had them on my 8P S3 and had serious sidewall issues with them.
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Appreciate the advice. Fitted the Yokohamas Decibels and happy so far.
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