If you’ve ever driven a Corvette with sub-par or worn tires, you’re familiar with that gut-wrenching feeling of disconnection with the road, knowing that you can’t extract 100% of your Corvette’s performance. In racing circles, the right tire can shed tenths, if not seconds, from your lap times. But even more importantly, the right tire can add safety measures, especially during inclement weather. The enthusiasts at CorvSport hope this tire guide will help you extract the maximum pleasure (and safety) from your C6 Corvette! [Author’s Note: This article is FREE and not behind a paywall. Yes, FREE! If/when any pop-ups appear, please click to dismiss them and continue enjoying the article. One may require two steps–first, the arrow on the left, then the x on the top right.]
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Now, without further ado, let’s jump into today’s C6 tire guide!
Methodology:
While CorvSport has no affiliation with Discount Tire, and many tire retailers have entered the market in the last number of years, Discount Tire is still the top tire retailer, with what’s reported as a “significant lead.” This market lead is supported by the volume of customers reviewing tires purchased from their website, and we will cite the rating and number of reviews for each tire. This information is deemed accurate at the time of publication (5/7/2025).
The Highest-Rated Tires For Your C6 Corvette
♦ 2005-2013 C6 Corvette
Factory Tire Sizes, Base/Z51: 245/40 R18 (Front), 285/35 R19 (Rear)
Highest Rated Tires/C6 Base, Z51: Based on Consumer Reviews
#1: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
4.7 Rating with 1,662 Reviews
94% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
#2: Continental Extreme Contact DWS06 Plus
4.7 Rating with 934 Reviews
95% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
#3: Michelin Pilot Super Sport
4.6 Rating with 609 Reviews
94% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
♦ 2006-2013 C6 Z06
♦ 2010-2013 C6 Grand Sport
Factory Tire Sizes, Z06/Grand Sport: 275/35 R18 (Front), 325/30 R19 (Rear)
Highest Rated Tires/C6 Z06, GS: Based on Consumer Reviews
#1: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
4.7 Rating with 1,672 Reviews
94% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
#2: Continental Extreme Contact Sport 02
4.7 Rating with 127 Reviews
95% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
#3: Michelin Pilot Sport 4S
4.6 Rating with 530 Reviews
95% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
♦ 2009-2013 C6 ZR1
Factory Tire Sizes, ZR1: 285/30 R19 (Front), 335/25 R20 (Rear)
Highest Rated Tires/C6 ZR1: Based on Consumer Reviews
#1: Michelin Pilot Sport All Season 4
4.7 Rating with 1,672 Reviews
94% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
#2: Continental Extreme Contact DWS06 Plus
4.7 Rating with 934 Reviews
95% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
#3: Michelin Pilot Super Sport
4.6 Rating with 609 Reviews
94% of Reviewers Recommend This Tire
Happy motoring, Corvette enthusiasts, and remember to keep the shiny side up!
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