Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone?

rishi.nandan · 12th June 2013, 19:27

Hello

I wanted to figure if any of you have any feedback or opinion on the new range of tyres launched by Apollo? Goes by the name of 4G tyres and i am looking at the Alnac 4G for my Cruze.

Ricci · 14th June 2013, 23:04

It's too early (I think), they've just been launch weeks ago. Besides, general opinion of Apollos isn't very favourable, most BHPians seem to prefer Michelins or Yokohamas.

Maybe you can make your Cruze the test mule and update us with your experience

? Apollo reportedly had a tech tie-up with Michelin, so hopefully they have learnt a few things and incorporated them in these new tyres. I have a set of 205-R16s to be changed , and the prices of 16" rubber vs 15" or less caught me off guard , the Apollos are the cheapest, but not sure the 6.5k average price of Apollos in 16" - while more than 15" Michelins/Yokos, is up to the task.

rishi.nandan · 17th June 2013, 15:55

Thanks Ricci. Precisely why i sought the opinions of people here in the forum, to avoid being the test mule

. Leaning towards the Goddyear Assurance rubber for now considering they are in the same price bracket. Will keep you posted

rishi7 · 21st June 2013, 19:25

It is got good review, check its at 7th position in the below list:
http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Article...-Tyre-Test.htm

Can somebody let me know if its available in India and in size 205/55 16R and the cost.

rishi.nandan · 21st June 2013, 21:49

Moderator note: Back to back post, use EDIT post after approval. Thanks.

Rishi 7 - Called a couple of dealers and was quoted prices in the range of Rs 6400 - Rs 6800, however none of them had stocked these tyres.

Update - Could not wait any longer, got a good deal on Goodyear Assurance and bought a set of 4 last Wed. Done a few kms on it and initial impressions are good. Time will tell..

rishi7 · 22nd June 2013, 21:04

Thanks I too inquired and was quoted 9400 for aspire 4g as these were only one available in my size in the 4G range.

I too was not too sure to spend so much for Apollo's.

I intead bought Pirelli CINTURATO P7 which I got for 7250 per piece and these are number 5 in the list.

So I think we need to wait a little more for the first review of 4G.

Ricci · 22nd June 2013, 21:37

@Rishi

Great, do update after some running as to how good/bad they are. I have some time before I replace my set, so if they're good I'll consider the Apollos then.

Also, pics of your ride with new shoes would be nice !

rishi.nandan · 24th June 2013, 15:44

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Originally Posted by Ricci

@Rishi

Great, do update after some running as to how good/bad they are. I have some time before I replace my set, so if they're good I'll consider the Apollos then.

Also, pics of your ride with new shoes would be nice !

I will keep updating the thread on my experience with the new rubber. Will try and do a photoshoot soon..

guptavis · 17th July 2013, 23:41

i am planning to put Amazer 4g 145/80 R12 on my Alto this weekend.

Any idea if they will take possible trip to ladakh and the himalyas in general.

9thsphinx · 18th July 2013, 12:49

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Originally Posted by guptavis

i am planning to put Amazer 4g 145/80 R12 on my Alto this weekend.

Any idea if they will take possible trip to ladakh and the himalyas in general.

Not quite sure if I would want to do a new set of Apollo's (with very little reviews) for a trip up the mountains. Leave the 4G testing for something that would take less abuse. For Leh and Ladakh, I would rather choose something that's proven. Go Michelin, Yokohoma or Goodyears.

guptavis · 20th July 2013, 16:47

Quote:

Originally Posted by 9thsphinx

Not quite sure if I would want to do a new set of Apollo's (with very little reviews) for a trip up the mountains. Leave the 4G testing for something that would take less abuse. For Leh and Ladakh, I would rather choose something that's proven. Go Michelin, Yokohoma or Goodyears.

Thanks, lack of reviews on indian roads is what worries me too or i would not have any second thoughts. how about apollo 3g? its been there for a long time.

I generally go for desi products unless the difference with a foreign one is big.
I went to the market today and the prices for 145/80 R12 tubeless were
apollo 3g/4g - 2000
JK ultima XP - 1750
MRF ZVTS(?) - 2250

am thinking of the apollo 3g for the comfortable ride (and the good performance of aceleres on my other car) but i know the JK/MRF are stronger.

Please tell if you have good experiences on mountains with some specific model of yokohama, bridgestone or michelin.

Nikhilb2008 · 20th July 2013, 19:29

The issue with Apollos is that their higher end tyres rarely see the market. The old Acelere Sportz and the Aspire were jsut vapourware. Very very few tyres actually made it out into the market.

The Alnac actually looks like a nice tyre which should on paper mathc the Michelins and Yokos.

Looking forward to the reviews from fellow TBHPians.

guptavis · 20th July 2013, 20:55

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nikhilb2008

The issue with Apollos is that their higher end tyres rarely see the market. The old Acelere Sportz and the Aspire were jsut vapourware. Very very few tyres actually made it out into the market.

The Alnac actually looks like a nice tyre which should on paper mathc the Michelins and Yokos.

Looking forward to the reviews from fellow TBHPians.

Hello Nikhil,

Any idea about the apollo 3g regarding its toughness.
I am changing tyres for my alto and need something strong that can take bad roads (hills) without too much damage. price is same for both 3g/4g - Rs 2000/tyre.

Nikhilb2008 · 22nd July 2013, 13:27

Amazer 3G should be quite rugged. It is a mass market tyre.

I have no personal experience or anything.

itwasntme · 6th September 2013, 12:14

Any market feedback on the Alnac 4Gs? Pricing seems to be pretty good so any real-world Indian experiences would be great!

12th June 2013, 19:27	#1
rishi.nandan Newbie Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 13 Thanked: 6 Times	Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? Hello I wanted to figure if any of you have any feedback or opinion on the new range of tyres launched by Apollo? Goes by the name of 4G tyres and i am looking at the Alnac 4G for my Cruze.
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14th June 2013, 23:04	#2
Ricci BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Pune Posts: 809 Thanked: 1,177 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? It's too early (I think), they've just been launch weeks ago. Besides, general opinion of Apollos isn't very favourable, most BHPians seem to prefer Michelins or Yokohamas. Maybe you can make your Cruze the test mule and update us with your experience ? Apollo reportedly had a tech tie-up with Michelin, so hopefully they have learnt a few things and incorporated them in these new tyres. I have a set of 205-R16s to be changed , and the prices of 16" rubber vs 15" or less caught me off guard , the Apollos are the cheapest, but not sure the 6.5k average price of Apollos in 16" - while more than 15" Michelins/Yokos, is up to the task. Last edited by Ricci : 14th June 2013 at 23:06.
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17th June 2013, 15:55	#3
rishi.nandan Newbie Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 13 Thanked: 6 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? Thanks Ricci. Precisely why i sought the opinions of people here in the forum, to avoid being the test mule. Leaning towards the Goddyear Assurance rubber for now considering they are in the same price bracket. Will keep you posted
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21st June 2013, 19:25	#4
rishi7 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 51 Thanked: 52 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? It is got good review, check its at 7th position in the below list: http://www.tyrereviews.co.uk/Article...-Tyre-Test.htm Can somebody let me know if its available in India and in size 205/55 16R and the cost.
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21st June 2013, 21:49	#5
rishi.nandan Newbie Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: New York Posts: 13 Thanked: 6 Times	Moderator note: Back to back post, use EDIT post after approval. Thanks. Rishi 7 - Called a couple of dealers and was quoted prices in the range of Rs 6400 - Rs 6800, however none of them had stocked these tyres. Update - Could not wait any longer, got a good deal on Goodyear Assurance and bought a set of 4 last Wed. Done a few kms on it and initial impressions are good. Time will tell.. Last edited by Jaggu : 22nd June 2013 at 00:34. Reason: Back to back post, use EDIT post after approval. Thanks.
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22nd June 2013, 21:04	#6
rishi7 BHPian Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Gurgaon Posts: 51 Thanked: 52 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? Thanks I too inquired and was quoted 9400 for aspire 4g as these were only one available in my size in the 4G range. I too was not too sure to spend so much for Apollo's. I intead bought Pirelli CINTURATO P7 which I got for 7250 per piece and these are number 5 in the list. So I think we need to wait a little more for the first review of 4G.
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22nd June 2013, 21:37	#7
Ricci BHPian Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Pune Posts: 809 Thanked: 1,177 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? @Rishi Great, do update after some running as to how good/bad they are. I have some time before I replace my set, so if they're good I'll consider the Apollos then. Also, pics of your ride with new shoes would be nice !
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17th July 2013, 23:41	#9
guptavis BHPian Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: chandigarh Posts: 339 Thanked: 66 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? i am planning to put Amazer 4g 145/80 R12 on my Alto this weekend. Any idea if they will take possible trip to ladakh and the himalyas in general.
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20th July 2013, 19:29	#12
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,136 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? The issue with Apollos is that their higher end tyres rarely see the market. The old Acelere Sportz and the Aspire were jsut vapourware. Very very few tyres actually made it out into the market. The Alnac actually looks like a nice tyre which should on paper mathc the Michelins and Yokos. Looking forward to the reviews from fellow TBHPians.
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22nd July 2013, 13:27	#14
Nikhilb2008 Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Bangalore Posts: 5,196 Thanked: 10,136 Times	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? Amazer 3G should be quite rugged. It is a mass market tyre. I have no personal experience or anything.
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itwasntme Distinguished - BHPian Join Date: May 2007 Location: BANGALORE Posts: 6,973 Thanked: 12,523 Times View My Garage	Re: Apollo 4G Tyres, anyone? Any market feedback on the Alnac 4Gs? Pricing seems to be pretty good so any real-world Indian experiences would be great!
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