I agree the tires are not the best for off-road use – I have encountered problems with them during my off-road jaunts. I noticed they become clogged with mud fast and fairly easy. However given the fact that I also tow trailers with the vehicle they seem to be a good balance between off-road and on-road use. Strict Mud-Terrain tires are not practical went towing/hauling. The tires that are on mine are the originals (though the tread is showing some wear and tear) They will soon need to be replaced. For factory equipped tires they are not as bad as some I have seen on other vehicles.

As for off-road abilities – again I also agree. A rock crawler it is not, and while off-road you must be aware that the IRS arms droop low, so as not to get them hung on anything.