30+ Best Affordable Budget All-Season Tires for Your Car, SUV, Light Truck, CUV

With the rate at which inflation has risen lately, you're probably looking for as many ways to cut costs as possible. While you'll be OK buying generic bleach, as our high school chemistry teachers would say, bleach is bleach; it's just a mixture of sodium hypochlorite. But tires are not tires. Don't skimp when it comes to your and your passengers' safety.

Whether you know it or not, the tires on your vehicle are key to safe driving. The last thing you want to do is run out and buy the cheapest set of rubber you can find. That said, some decent, affordable all-season tires are available for most vehicles. We'll start with your best five options and include a handful of others you might want to consider.

Things to Look for When Buying Tires

Before you let price dictate which tires you buy, keep in mind the long-term costs of purchasing low-quality tires. Saving money up front doesn't mean it's a better bargain. You will have to replace cheap tires sooner than you would high-quality models. That's one thing to consider.

Other things to look for when purchasing tires are fuel economy, warranty, noise ratings, and DOT codes.

Oh, and you want to avoid used tires at all costs. They are not safe. That's because you don't know their true history, and tires have expiration dates. Tap or click here for our full report on why used tires are a bad idea.

5 Best All Season Tires

Without further ado, here are the top five affordable all-season tires, in no particular order, even though we've numbered them.

1. Falken Sincera SN201 A/S 

When discussing top-of-the-line affordable tires, the Falken Sincera SN201 A/S leads the pack. It's designed for compact and mid-size vehicles and delivers outstanding all-weather responsiveness and exceptional durability at an incredible value. It is offered in both T & H speed ratings with Falken’s 65,000-mile limited tread life warranty and its 30-day ride guarantee. Comfort and performance are delivered with this affordable option.

2. GT Radial Champiro Touring A/S 

These tires have a 60,000-mile limited warranty and built-in road hazard protection — need we say more? Oh, and they even come with roadside assistance! GT Radial is an iconic brand you can trust. So, it comes as no surprise the GT Radial Champiro Touring A/S tires are long-lasting, quiet and efficient.

3. Lexani LXTR-203 

Lexani is well-known for producing wheels and tires for high-end and custom vehicles. But the company also has a couple of bargains in its portfolio. Take, for example, the Lexani LXTR-203. This well-priced tire comes with a 40,000-mile warranty while offering pleasant road manners and consistent all-weather performance.

4. Nexen N'priz AH5 

Ever heard of Nexen tires? Now you have. This bad boy has a 50,000-mile warranty and roadside assistance for 36 months. Not only that, but the N'priz AH5 is fuel efficient, so you get more bang for your buck. This tire was designed with longitudinal grooves that improve drainage performance, a rigid shoulder block design to enhance cornering and handling and offers a quiet, comfortable ride.

5. Ohtsu FP7000 

Falken is a household brand, and Ohtsu is its associate company. So, you know you’re getting a high-quality product minus the big-name overhead. Symmetrical, non-directional tread allows the Ohtsu FP7000 to provide responsive handling and braking. Meanwhile, a variable shoulder tread block design reduces noise and increases comfort.

There are so many good all-season tires out there that choosing five isn't really fair. So, we've picked through our roster of A/S favorites and found a couple dozen more you can get starting at under $100 (prices vary based on size). We think you'll be pleased to find that even top-tier tire brands offer affordable all-season tires with excellent warranties and performance.

Runners-Up: All-Season Tires Starting Under $100

Consider these economically priced all-season tires for the perfect blend of traction, comfort and affordability.

• Americus Touring Plus – An excellent option for drivers who spend lots of time on the road, and it comes with a 60,000-mile warranty
• The Crosswind HP010 – A high-performance model at an affordable price with a 45,000-mile warranty
• Crosswind Eco Touring – An all-weather tire with low rolling resistance and a 55,000-mile warranty
• Eldorado Tourmax GFT – Not just an affordable tire, but also excellent fuel efficiency, combined with its 60,000-mile warranty
• Firestone Champion Fuel Fighter – Long wear life with a 70,000-mile warranty, quiet ride and incredible fuel efficiency
• Ironman GR906 – All-season tires with superior handling in harsh weather thanks to an advanced tread design; delivers low rolling resistance, stability and a comfortable ride
• Kelly Edge A/S – With a 55,000-mile warranty, you can't go wrong with the tire.
• Kumho Solus TA11– Amazing 75,000-mile warranty and incredible fuel efficiency
• Laufenn G Fit AS – Provide a comfortable ride, fuel efficiency, all-weather performance, and a 60,000-mile warranty
• Lionhart LH-501 – All-weather-capable, high-performance tire with a 40,000-mile warranty
• Mastercraft SRT Touring – Offers a quiet, comfortable ride, perfect for all weather conditions; 60,000-mile warranty means it's built for performance
• Milestar MS932 Sport and MS775 Touring SLE – Come with 50,000 and 40,000-mile warranty, respectively
• Multi-Mile Matrix Tour RS – Balances all-weather traction with comfort and comes with an impressive 60,000-mile warranty
• Nitto Neo Gen – All-season, ultra-high performance tire created for all weather conditions.
• Nokian Tyres One – Designed with safety, durability and sustainability in mind; provides excellent fuel efficiency and comes with an amazing 80,000-mile warranty
• Otani EK1000 – Promotes a comfortable driving experience and has a 50,000-mile warranty
• Sailun Atrezzo SH406 – Offers a smooth, quiet ride and a 45,000-mile warranty
• Sumitomo Touring LS T/H/V – Offers a smooth ride and all-weather performance, with roadside assistance and a 65,000-mile warranty
• Thunderer Mach I R201 – A long-lasting tire built for everyday use and an impressive 60,000-mile warranty
• Thunderer Mach II R301 – Similar to the Mach I R201, this is a high-performance tire with excellent stability and handling and a 60,000-mile warranty
• Thunderer Mach IV R302 –Offers advanced water expelling capabilities and a 60,000-mile warranty
• Thunderer Mach III R702 – Offers superior traction and handling at high speeds and a 60,000-mile warranty
• Toyo Celsius and Extensa HP II– Both are great all-season options that come with 60,000 and 45,000-mile warranties, respectively
• Uniroyal Tiger Paw AWP II – A tire for classic cars, featuring a white sidewall to give your vehicle a great look; comes with a 65,000-mile warranty
• Westlake SA07 Sport – Developed for sports-minded vehicles, an all-season high performer to enhance your driving experience
• Westlake RP 18– Built for year-round performance and offers optimized wet traction, steering response and quality handling
• Windforce CatchPower – A high-performance tire delivering comfort, wet traction and low road noise

Honorable Mention: Cheapest All-Season Tires For Cars and Minivans, $100 to $125

• Cooper CS5 Grand Touring – Features comfort and quiet handling while maintaining excellent traction in all weather conditions; also has an impressive 70,000-mile warranty
• Signature II series tire from Dunlop – Offers outstanding all-weather technology for performance vehicles and a 65,000-mile warranty
• General AltiMAX RT43 – Provides a quiet, comfortable ride in all weather conditions; impressive 75,000-mile warranty
• Goodyear Assurance All-Season – A long-lasting, easy handling all-weather tire with a 65,000-mile warranty
• Goodyear Eagle LS-2 – An all-weather performance tire built for sports cars, offering a smooth and quiet ride that we can all get behind
• Radar Dimax AS-8 – Offers a stellar combination of value and performance; highlights include a 60,000 limited mileage warranty and exceptional traction during all seasons

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