OK, bought a set of Good Year Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2s.
Correct 215/45 size, but although I ordered 87 loading, 91s were fitted.
First impressions:
- Much quieter and noticeably more compliant than the Contis. Immediately detectable on familiar roads, and even my kids commented.
- Primary ride also seems better
- Subjectively, the steering feels a bit 'meatier' with very good directional stability
- Everything else feels much as before, with of course the added confidence of new tyres.
Overall, very pleased and would definitely recommend these tyres.
Interestingly, the GYs on Speedlines weigh c.1.25 kg per corner more than the Contis on the standard Clio 200 alloys.