For the majority of daily driving, you’d be wasting money putting high performance Michelin, Pirelli, etc., especially on a SUV. You should be able to find a Bridgestone or Continental touring tire that fits your needs.
Treadlife is one consideration. Handling/stopping in wet or icy conditions is another. A top of the line Michelin Cross Climate vs a cheap Chinese tire on a winding road in a rainstorm might be the difference in your loved one getting home safe vs wrapping their vehicle around a telephone pole. Tires are the only part of the vehicle touching the road, get the best you can afford and take care of them.
