Unacceptable road noise on Audi A3 - what can I do? | Ask Honest John

What is life like with your car? Let us know and win £500 in John Lewis vouchers | No thanks

Unacceptable road noise on Audi A3 - what can I do?

My recently purchased Audi A3 Sportback S-Line is fitted with 225/40 R18Y Contisport contact tyres which produce a lot of noise over 30mph. The dealer says this is normal, but I find it unacceptable. How do I find out what the DBA noise level is on these tyres and what alternatives are available?

Asked on 19 March 2016 by A Brazier

Answered by Honest John

Look up the tyres on the Continental website where it will give you the EC dB level. But the real problem is the width and profile of the tyres. If you want quieter tyres, switch the wheels to 16 inch and fit with Michelin Cross Climates.

Tags: wheels and tyres road noise

Similar questions

Which is more comfortable and quiet, the SEAT Ateca or Volkswagen Golf Estate?

My 10 year old Peugeot 307 SW, which I have enjoyed, needs replacing. Both the new SEAT Ateca 1.4 petrol DSG (18-inch wheels) and the new Volkswagen Golf Estate 1.5 petrol DSG (16-inch wheels) suit my...

The Michelin tyres on my Range Rover are very noisy - What should I replace them with?

I've got Michelin tyres on my 2012 Range Rover Autobiography 4.4. The tyres have done 22,000 miles and they're very noisy. What should I replace them with?

Will replacing low profile tyres with standards help reduce in-car road noise and/or improve ride comfort?

Related models

Audi A3 Sportback (2013 - 2020)

More practical version of the A3 has more passenger space and a larger boot. Wide choice of engines including impressive 1.4 TFSI. Well-equipped as standard.