Sales Guide Exquisite Silence ·Exceptional Softness ·Excellent Safety XQ OPTIMO H422

XQ OPTIMO H422

Contents 1. Concept 2. Technical Presentation 3. Test Results 4. Available Size

1. Concept

Ultra High Performance Sedan 35~65 Series 14~18 Inch Speed-Rating : V / W

Exquisite Silence ·Exceptional Softness ·Excellent Safety XQ Optimo not only adopts a rib-block design for the shoulder to minimize vibration while driving but also employs the optimized width of lateral grooves to generate the least possible noise. XQ Optimo's improved low noise design give proof of its elegant qualities. XQ OPTIMO H422

Position Map Sport Comfort XQ OPTIMO H422 Max Performance UHP Premium Sport UHP Sport UHP Sport & Comfort UHP Luxury UHP Comfort UHP Sport Comfort for SUV UHP XQ OPTIMO H422

2. Technical Presentation 2-1. Exquisite Silence 2-2. Exceptional Softness 2-3. Excellent Safety

2-1. Exquisite Silence 5 Pitch Design SS S M By employing a five-row tread block design rather than the existing three-row design, XQ Optimo effectively disperses pattern noise, resulting in drastically reduced noise. L LL XQ Optimo 5 pitch Previous 3 pitch XQ OPTIMO H422

2-1. Exquisite Silence Rounded Main Groove Edge The main groove edges of XQ Optimo are more smoothly rounded compared with existing tire products in an effective attempt to minimize noise arising from the vibration of the block edges. Previous Tire cut XQ OPTIMO H422

2-2. Excellent Softness New Bead Profile By minimizing the gap between the rims and beads and realizing an even distribution of the contact pressure, XQ Optimo delivers improved ride and handling stability.

2-3. Excellent Safety Equilibrium Carcass Profile Before After Equilibrium Carcass Profile Featuring an equilibrium carcass profile the carcass shape is uniformly maintained regardless of internal pressure. On top of this, shear strain of the belts and deformation of the beads are also minimized, leading to increased durability of the belts and beads. Internal Pressure Internal Pressure XQ Optimo Balancce carcass line plan Existing product unbalance carcass line plan

2-3. Excellent Safety 1. Jointless Bead Wire & High Hardness Bead Filler : A new bead profile has also been designed to enhance tire fit in the rim, bolstering steering stability at high speed. 2. Wide, High-Tensile Steel Belts & Jointless Two-Cap Ply : Enhance tread strength for steering response and wear life. Improve uniformity for smooth ride and durability. 3. Rim Protector : Provides better protection against outer shock or scratches. 3 2 1 XQ OPTIMO H422

2-3. Excellent Safety Rounded Main Groove Edge Optimized four wide grooves help realize outstanding water channeling while the V-shaped unidirectional pattern delivers improved hyroplanning performance. XQ OPTIMO H422

3. Test Results

3. Test Results Test Size : 215/45ZR17W 108 106 104 102 100 98 96 94 Dry Handling DryBraking Wet Braking Wet Braking 승차감 예상 Mileage 수입산 H422

4. Available Size

4. Available Size Extra Load Sidewall Type Extra Load Sidewall Type 65 60 55 205/65R14 205/65R15 215/65R15 195/60R14 205/60R15 215/60R15 225/60R15 205/60R16 215/60R16 225/60R16 205/55ZR16 215/55ZR16 225/55ZR17 235/55ZR17 91V 94V 96V 86V 95V 98V 94W 97W 101W 103Wz XL VSB VSB VSB 50 45 40 35 205/50ZR15 205/50ZR16 215/50ZR17 225/50ZR17 205/45ZR16 215/45ZR17 225/45ZR17 235/45ZR17 215/40ZR17 225/40ZR18 235/40ZR18 255/40ZR17 265/35ZR18 86W 87W 91W 94W 97W 92W 95W 98W 93W XL VSB VSB VSB These data can be changed by manufacturer without prior notice. * VSB : Vertical Serrated Band This size will be available in April 2005