2024 Sport Auto All Season Tyre Test

Below is the data from the Sport Auto all season tyre test. Their test vehicle was a sporty Hyundai i20N, and they included named reference summer and winter tyres, which is always nice (even if the summer tyre was the Asymmetric 3, a tyre originally launched over 10 years ago!)

Another key point is that the wet tests were done at cold conditions, "significantly below ten degrees", and around 7c for wet braking. Many of the all season tyres out performed the summer tyre, however as the summer tyre is not current it's hard to say whether a modern summer tyre would have performed better.

The full data is below.

Dry

In dry braking from 100-0 km/h, the summer reference tyre (Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3) led the pack with a stopping distance of 35.3 meters. The worst performing tyre was the winter reference tyre (Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3) at 43.4 meters - an 8.1 meter difference that could be crucial in emergency situations. The all-season tyres fell between these two extremes, with the Michelin CrossClimate 2 coming closest to summer tyre performance at 37.2 meters.

The dry handling test showed similar trends, with the summer reference tyre again setting the benchmark at 101.2 km/h average speed. The winter reference tyre was slowest at 97.6 km/h, 3.6 km/h behind the leader. The Continental AllSeasonContact 2 performed best among the all-season tyres with 100.4 km/h, showing that modern all-season tyres can deliver handling performance close to dedicated summer tyres in dry conditions.

Wet

The wet tests revealed interesting results, with the all-season tyres often outperforming both reference tyres. In wet braking from 80-0 km/h, the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 stopped in just 31.9 meters, while the summer reference tyre needed 35.2 meters - a substantial 3.3 meter difference. The winter reference tyre landed in the middle of the pack at 34.3 meters.

Wet handling showed the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 leading at 79.9 km/h, with both reference tyres posting identical speeds of 77.8 km/h. The 2.5 km/h spread from best to worst (Michelin CrossClimate 2 at 77.4 km/h) was relatively small, suggesting modern all-season tyres have achieved good wet handling balance.

In aquaplaning tests, the winter reference tyre excelled, leading both straight aquaplaning at 77.2 km/h and curved aquaplaning at 2.67 m/s². The summer reference performed surprisingly well in second place for both tests. The all-season tyres generally performed worse, with the Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus showing particular weakness in straight aquaplaning at 71.1 km/h.

Snow

The snow tests demonstrated the vast difference between summer and winter tyres in cold conditions. The winter reference dominated all snow tests, stopping from 50-5 km/h in just 24.4 meters compared to the summer tyre's dangerous 52.9 meters - more than double the distance. Snow handling showed an even more dramatic gap, with the winter tyre achieving 50.4 km/h versus the summer tyre's unsafe 14.3 km/h.

The all-season tyres performed respectably in snow, with most achieving around 90% of the winter tyre's performance. The Hankook Kinergy 4S2 was particularly strong across all snow tests, showing that all-season tyres can provide viable winter performance for moderate climates.



Comfort

For noise, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was quietest at 71.2 dB, while the summer reference was loudest at 73.1 dB - a noticeable 1.9 dB difference./

Value

Rolling resistance testing showed the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 and Michelin CrossClimate 2 leading at 8.0 kg/t, with the Vredestein trailing at 9.8 kg/t. Both reference tyres performed well in this metric, showing that specialized seasonal tyres don't necessarily compromise efficiency.

Results

1st: Continental AllSeasonContact 2

Continental AllSeasonContact 2
  • 215/40 R18 89W
  • EU Label: C/B/72
  • Weight: 8.49kgs
  • Tread: 7.7mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 156.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking4th39.1 M35.3 M+3.8 M90.28%
Dry Handling2nd100.4 Km/H101.2 Km/H-0.8 Km/H99.21%
Wet Braking4th33.7 M31.9 M+1.8 M94.66%
Wet Handling1st79.9 Km/H100%
Straight Aqua6th72.5 Km/H77.2 Km/H-4.7 Km/H93.91%
Curved Aquaplaning4th2.25 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.42 m/sec284.27%
Snow Braking4th26.5 M24.4 M+2.1 M92.08%
Snow Traction5th1.44 N1.57 N-0.13 N91.72%
Snow Handling3rd48.8 Km/H50.4 Km/H-1.6 Km/H96.83%
Noise1st71.2 dB100%
Rolling Resistance1st8 kg / t100%
Safe and dynamic on snow, very balanced and secure on wet asphalt. Very low rolling resistance.
While high speeds possible in dry handling, slightly limited lateral grip at the rear axle.
Test Winner.

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2nd: Hankook Kinergy 4S2

Hankook Kinergy 4S2
  • 215/40 R18 89V
  • EU Label: C/B/72
  • Weight: 8.45kgs
  • Tread: 8mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 126.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking7th42.2 M35.3 M+6.9 M83.65%
Dry Handling3rd99.8 Km/H101.2 Km/H-1.4 Km/H98.62%
Wet Braking2nd32.7 M31.9 M+0.8 M97.55%
Wet Handling2nd79.7 Km/H79.9 Km/H-0.2 Km/H99.75%
Straight Aqua3rd75.2 Km/H77.2 Km/H-2 Km/H97.41%
Curved Aquaplaning3rd2.42 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.25 m/sec290.64%
Snow Braking2nd26 M24.4 M+1.6 M93.85%
Snow Traction2nd1.5 N1.57 N-0.07 N95.54%
Snow Handling2nd49.6 Km/H50.4 Km/H-0.8 Km/H98.41%
Noise2nd71.5 dB71.2 dB+0.3 dB99.58%
Rolling Resistance4th8.5 kg / t8 kg / t+0.5 kg / t94.12%
Outstanding grip and safe dynamics on both snow-covered and wet roads.
Longer braking distances and slight overall deficits on dry, cold asphalt.
Very Good.

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3rd: Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6

Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
  • 215/40 R18 89Y
  • EU Label: C/B/70
  • Weight: 8.63kgs
  • Tread: 7.3mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 149.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking3rd38 M35.3 M+2.7 M92.89%
Dry Handling4th99.6 Km/H101.2 Km/H-1.6 Km/H98.42%
Wet Braking1st31.9 M100%
Wet Handling6th77.8 Km/H79.9 Km/H-2.1 Km/H97.37%
Straight Aqua5th74.2 Km/H77.2 Km/H-3 Km/H96.11%
Curved Aquaplaning6th2.13 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.54 m/sec279.78%
Snow Braking5th26.9 M24.4 M+2.5 M90.71%
Snow Traction4th1.48 N1.57 N-0.09 N94.27%
Snow Handling5th47.7 Km/H50.4 Km/H-2.7 Km/H94.64%
Noise6th72.5 dB71.2 dB+1.3 dB98.21%
Rolling Resistance4th8.5 kg / t8 kg / t+0.5 kg / t94.12%
Secure cornering grip and balanced, albeit slightly nervous handling on snow. Very good braking performance on all surfaces.
Could offer more precise steering and better cornering grip in wet conditions.
Very Good.

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4th: Michelin CrossClimate 2

Michelin CrossClimate 2
  • 215/40 R18 89V
  • EU Label: C/B/71
  • Weight: 8.6kgs
  • Tread: 6.6mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 173.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking2nd37.2 M35.3 M+1.9 M94.89%
Dry Handling7th99.2 Km/H101.2 Km/H-2 Km/H98.02%
Wet Braking5th34.1 M31.9 M+2.2 M93.55%
Wet Handling8th77.4 Km/H79.9 Km/H-2.5 Km/H96.87%
Straight Aqua4th75 Km/H77.2 Km/H-2.2 Km/H97.15%
Curved Aquaplaning5th2.22 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.45 m/sec283.15%
Snow Braking3rd26.3 M24.4 M+1.9 M92.78%
Snow Traction3rd1.49 N1.57 N-0.08 N94.9%
Snow Handling3rd48.8 Km/H50.4 Km/H-1.6 Km/H96.83%
Noise5th71.9 dB71.2 dB+0.7 dB99.03%
Rolling Resistance1st8 kg / t100%
Strong grip, precise and dynamic on snow, fairly balanced in wet conditions, strong braking when dry. Particularly low rolling resistance.
Significantly delayed turn-in when wet, sluggish in dry conditions.
Very Good.

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5th: Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3

Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
  • 215/40 R18 89W
  • EU Label: C/B/72
  • Weight: 8.63kgs
  • Tread: 7.9mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 143.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking5th41.7 M35.3 M+6.4 M84.65%
Dry Handling6th99.4 Km/H101.2 Km/H-1.8 Km/H98.22%
Wet Braking7th34.5 M31.9 M+2.6 M92.46%
Wet Handling4th78.8 Km/H79.9 Km/H-1.1 Km/H98.62%
Straight Aqua7th72 Km/H77.2 Km/H-5.2 Km/H93.26%
Curved Aquaplaning7th2.06 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.61 m/sec277.15%
Snow Braking6th27.1 M24.4 M+2.7 M90.04%
Snow Traction6th1.4 N1.57 N-0.17 N89.17%
Snow Handling6th47.5 Km/H50.4 Km/H-2.9 Km/H94.25%
Noise7th72.6 dB71.2 dB+1.4 dB98.07%
Rolling Resistance6th8.7 kg / t8 kg / t+0.7 kg / t91.95%
Safe, easily controllable handling with slight understeer in snow and wet conditions.
Somewhat longer braking distances in wet conditions, not particularly efficient, high rolling noise, increased rolling resistance.
Good.

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6th: Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
  • 215/40 R18 89Y
  • EU Label: D/B/72
  • Weight: 9.8kgs
  • Tread: 7.6mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 142.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking5th41.7 M35.3 M+6.4 M84.65%
Dry Handling5th99.5 Km/H101.2 Km/H-1.7 Km/H98.32%
Wet Braking3rd32.8 M31.9 M+0.9 M97.26%
Wet Handling5th78.2 Km/H79.9 Km/H-1.7 Km/H97.87%
Straight Aqua8th71.1 Km/H77.2 Km/H-6.1 Km/H92.1%
Curved Aquaplaning7th2.06 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.61 m/sec277.15%
Snow Braking7th29.3 M24.4 M+4.9 M83.28%
Snow Traction7th1.34 N1.57 N-0.23 N85.35%
Snow Handling7th45.9 Km/H50.4 Km/H-4.5 Km/H91.07%
Noise2nd71.5 dB71.2 dB+0.3 dB99.58%
Rolling Resistance8th9.8 kg / t8 kg / t+1.8 kg / t81.63%
Good braking and secure cornering grip in wet conditions, high rolling comfort.
Reduced grip levels and load-change sensitivity on snow, delayed turn-in on wet and dry asphalt, very high rolling resistance.
Good.

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Reference Tyre: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3
  • 215/40 R18 89Y
  • EU Label: C/B/72
  • Weight: 9.15kgs
  • Tread: 7.1mm
  • 3PMSF: no
  • Price: 181.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking1st35.3 M100%
Dry Handling1st101.2 Km/H100%
Wet Braking8th35.2 M31.9 M+3.3 M90.63%
Wet Handling6th77.8 Km/H79.9 Km/H-2.1 Km/H97.37%
Straight Aqua2nd75.4 Km/H77.2 Km/H-1.8 Km/H97.67%
Curved Aquaplaning2nd2.63 m/sec22.67 m/sec2-0.04 m/sec298.5%
Snow Braking8th52.9 M24.4 M+28.5 M46.12%
Snow Traction8th0.35 N1.57 N-1.22 N22.29%
Snow Handling8th14.3 Km/H50.4 Km/H-36.1 Km/H28.37%
Noise8th73.1 dB71.2 dB+1.9 dB97.4%
Rolling Resistance3rd8.3 kg / t8 kg / t+0.3 kg / t96.39%
Strong performance typical of summer tyres on wet and dry roads - despite cool temperatures. High steering precision and dynamics.
Unsuitable for winter roads, poor wet grip at low temperatures below +10°C, offers less rolling comfort.

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Reference Tyre: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
  • 215/40 R18 89V
  • EU Label: C/C/71
  • Weight: 8.08kgs
  • Tread: 8.3mm
  • 3PMSF: yes
  • Price: 174.00
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking8th43.4 M35.3 M+8.1 M81.34%
Dry Handling8th97.6 Km/H101.2 Km/H-3.6 Km/H96.44%
Wet Braking6th34.3 M31.9 M+2.4 M93%
Wet Handling3rd78.9 Km/H79.9 Km/H-1 Km/H98.75%
Straight Aqua1st77.2 Km/H100%
Curved Aquaplaning1st2.67 m/sec2100%
Snow Braking1st24.4 M100%
Snow Traction1st1.57 N100%
Snow Handling1st50.4 Km/H100%
Noise4th71.7 dB71.2 dB+0.5 dB99.3%
Rolling Resistance7th8.8 kg / t8 kg / t+0.8 kg / t90.91%
Winter-typical strong performance on snow, safe wet characteristics, outstanding aquaplaning safety compared to summer or all-season tyres.
Longer braking distances on wet and dry roads, less precise and direct handling, increased rolling resistance.

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