Originally Posted by Choku Dori

$85/tire for 215/45/17 isn't going to get you much, to be frank

If you want tires that are good values, consider the Falken Ziex ZE512, Falken Azenis ST115, Kumho MSX, Sumitomo HTR+, and Yokohama Advan AVS ES100. Each has their strengths and shortcomings, but all are considered to be pretty good values.