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2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test

Overall test winnerHankook Ventus Evo

Auto Bild's 2026 summer tyre test covers the 245/45 R19 size - a common fitment on upper-mid-size cars including the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Mercedes S-Class - and puts 50 tyres through an initial qualifying round before selecting the 20…

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2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test
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2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test
Tyres tested
20
Tested size
245/45 R19
Disciplines
15

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20 Tyres tested

Published finishing positions, with the strengths and considerations from this test. Owner reviews cover other sizes and driving conditions.

1st

Hankook Ventus Evo

+The Hankook Ventus Evo has the best handling in the test on both dry and wet roads: fastest round the dry and wet handling tracks and the wet circle, and it shares the top subjective rating on both surfaces. It stops shortest in the dry by a clear margin and second shortest in the wet, shares the top comfort rating and is the cheapest tyre per kilometre.

−Aquaplaning is its weaker side, in the bottom six in a straight line and below average in bends.

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2nd

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

+The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 has the highest predicted mileage in the test and is the best tyre for aquaplaning in bends and second best in a straight line. It is also the second-quietest tyre, shares the top comfort rating and is fourth on the wet circle.

−It is one of the dearer tyres to buy, its dry braking is only mid-field, and it is mid-pack round the wet handling track.

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3rd

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

+The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 shares the best subjective dry handling rating and is second fastest through the dry handling course, third on the wet handling track and third for aquaplaning in bends. Its predicted mileage is the second highest in the test and its abrasion the fifth lowest.

−It is the second-loudest tyre on the noise test and one of the most expensive to buy, which makes it one of the dearer tyres per kilometre. Braking is only mid-field, wet and dry.

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Giti GitiSport S2+

+The Giti GitiSport S2 plus shares fourth place overall. It is third for straight-line aquaplaning, fourth in bends, joint fourth on the wet handling track and fifth for wet braking, and it is good value per kilometre.

−Ride comfort shares the lowest rating, rolling resistance is the third highest and its abrasion is above average.

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Pirelli Cinturato C3

+The Pirelli Cinturato C3 is one of the best tyres in the wet, second fastest round the wet handling track and third on the wet circle, and it shares the top subjective wet rating. It also has the fourth-lowest abrasion and the sixth-lowest rolling resistance.

−It is the loudest tyre in the test, its subjective dry handling rating is only mid-field, and it is one of the more expensive tyres per kilometre.

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Joint6th

Continental PremiumContact 7

+The Continental PremiumContact 7 has the third-highest predicted mileage and the second-lowest abrasion in the test, safe and predictable handling in the wet, and braking in the top six on both wet and dry roads.

−It is the most expensive tyre to buy and the most expensive per kilometre. Dry handling is in the bottom six on the clock and below average subjectively, and it is one of the louder tyres.

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Joint6th

Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72

+The Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 is strong in the wet: second on the wet circle, fourth for wet braking and joint fourth on the wet handling track, and it shares the top subjective wet rating. It is also good value per kilometre.

−It is the third-loudest tyre in the test, its aquaplaning resistance is below average both straight and in bends, and predicted mileage is below average.

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8th

GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO

+The GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO is the second-cheapest tyre per kilometre in the test, second best for aquaplaning in bends and one of the quieter tyres, with the sixth-fastest wet handling lap.

−Dry braking is in the bottom five and ride comfort shares the lowest rating. Rolling resistance and abrasion are both on the high side.

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Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

+The Nexen N'Fera Sport SU2 is the quietest tyre in the test and brakes well on both surfaces, joint second shortest in the dry and third in the wet. It is also the fourth-cheapest tyre per kilometre.

−Turn-in is slightly delayed and it is in the bottom five through the dry handling course. Wet handling is only mid-field and its abrasion is high.

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Vredestein Ultrac Pro

+The Vredestein Ultrac Pro is a dynamic tyre on dry roads, third fastest through the dry handling course with a top-three subjective rating, and fifth for dry braking. It is also the third-quietest tyre, fourth for rolling resistance and fifth on the wet circle.

−Predicted mileage is in the bottom four, wet braking is in the bottom six and it is weak against aquaplaning, especially in bends.

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Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo

+The Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo shares the top comfort rating, has the sixth-highest predicted mileage and is sixth for aquaplaning in bends, with confident wet handling.

−It is one of the most expensive tyres to buy and to run, one of the louder tyres, and its rolling resistance is on the high side. Braking is below average, wet and dry.

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Nokian Powerproof 2

+The Nokian Powerproof 2 has the second-lowest rolling resistance in the test and the sixth-lowest abrasion, and it is one of the quieter tyres. Its dry braking and dry handling are around the middle of the field.

−Wet roads are its weak side: it is last for aquaplaning in bends, third from last in a straight line, and in the bottom five round the wet handling track.

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Joint13th

Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2

+The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 shares the top comfort rating, is fourth for straight-line aquaplaning and eighth in bends.

−It shares the longest dry braking distance in the test and its wet braking is in the bottom five. Predicted mileage is below average, which makes it one of the more expensive tyres per kilometre.

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Falken Azenis FK520

+The Falken Azenis FK520 has the fifth-highest predicted mileage and the third-lowest abrasion, which makes it reasonable value per kilometre, and its wet braking is mid-field.

−Turn-in feels spongy: it is the slowest tyre through the dry handling course and shares the lowest subjective dry handling rating. It also shares the longest dry stop, and its wet handling and wet circle times are in the bottom five.

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Yokohama Advan Sport V107

+The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 is strong on dry roads, fourth fastest through the dry handling course with a top-three subjective rating and fourth for dry braking. It is also fifth for straight-line aquaplaning.

−It has the longest wet braking distance in the test and the highest rolling resistance, its abrasion is the third highest and it is one of the louder tyres.

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16th

Linglong Sport Master

+The Linglong Sport Master stops shortest in the wet by a wide margin and joint second shortest in the dry, and it is the cheapest tyre in the test to buy.

−It has the lowest predicted mileage and the highest abrasion in the test, and its rolling resistance is the second highest. Dry handling is in the bottom four, both on the clock and in the subjective rating.

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17th

Toyo Proxes Sport 2

+The Toyo Proxes Sport 2 is the best tyre for straight-line aquaplaning and seventh in bends. It is also fifth through the dry handling course with a top-three subjective rating, and one of the quieter tyres.

−Predicted mileage is the second lowest, which makes it the second most expensive tyre per kilometre. Wet braking and both wet handling times are in the bottom six.

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18th

Maxxis Victra Sport 6

+The Maxxis Victra Sport 6 handles well on dry roads, sixth fastest through the dry handling course with a top-three subjective rating, and it is one of the cheaper tyres to buy.

−Wet handling feels spongy: it is slowest on the wet circle, third from last round the wet handling track and shares the lowest subjective wet rating. It is last for straight-line aquaplaning, its abrasion is the second highest and ride comfort shares the lowest rating.

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Kleber Dynaxer HP5

+The Kleber Dynaxer HP5 has the lowest rolling resistance and the lowest abrasion in the test, with predicted mileage and cost per kilometre in the top half.

−Grip is limited in the wet: it is slowest round the wet handling track, third longest for wet braking and in the bottom four for aquaplaning both straight and in bends. Dry handling is weak too, second slowest and sharing the lowest subjective rating.

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Sava Intensa UHP 2

+The Sava Intensa UHP 2 is the third-cheapest tyre per kilometre in the test, has the third-lowest rolling resistance and is fifth for aquaplaning in bends.

−Handling is imprecise on both wet and dry roads, with lap times and subjective ratings at or near the bottom, and its wet braking distance is the second longest. Dry braking is in the bottom three.

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2026 Autobild Summer Tyre Test · 245/45 R19

TyreHankook Ventus EvoGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6Michelin Pilot Sport 5Giti GitiSport S2+Pirelli Cinturato C3Continental PremiumContact 7Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72GT Radial SportActive 2 EVONexen N Fera Sport SU2Vredestein Ultrac ProBridgestone Potenza Sport EvoNokian Powerproof 2Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2Falken Azenis FK520Yokohama Advan Sport V107Linglong Sport MasterToyo Proxes Sport 2Maxxis Victra Sport 6Kleber Dynaxer HP5Sava Intensa UHP 2
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Category scores (% of best)
Dry100%95.5%97.8%95.7%94.9%94.1%95.4%94.6%94.6%96.7%94%95.4%93%91.2%96.8%93.9%96.1%95.4%91.8%91.5%
Wet96.4%96.7%95.6%96.1%96.1%95.1%96%95.1%94.5%93.3%94.6%92.3%93%93.1%91.5%97%91.4%89.2%89%89.4%
Comfort99.2%99.9%93.1%91%92.6%94.2%93.3%91.5%95.6%95.3%97.8%94.9%98.8%94.7%93.9%94.4%95.1%91%94.8%94.3%
Value87.8%87.3%83.8%76.9%80.6%81.7%78.9%78.6%78.5%74.2%75.2%80.8%71.3%84.8%69.5%67.2%67.6%70.9%91.3%82.8%
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The evidence behind the verdict

Auto Bild's 2026 summer tyre test covers the 245/45 R19 size - a common fitment on upper-mid-size cars including the BMW 5 Series, Audi A6 and Mercedes S-Class - and has put 50 tyres through an initial qualifying round (linked in the tyre test section) before selecting the 20 shortest-stopping for the full test!

Test setup & methodology

The test setting, the conditions recorded and how the results contribute to the score.

Recorded test conditions

Recorded test conditions

Dry Braking
100 → 0 km/h
Wet Braking
100 → 0 km/h

The results broadly confirm that the established premium brands remain the safest choice, with Hankook, Goodyear, Michelin and Pirelli all earning the top "exemplary" rating. The standout result, however, is Giti - a brand not typically associated with the premium tier - which scores highly enough across wet and dry tests to join that group, something the testers note in the article. This is a huge step forward for Giti, it's exciting to see how they perform in other tests and other categories across the coming months.

At the other end of the price scale, the Linglong Sport Master produces the single most impressive individual result of the entire test, recording the shortest wet braking distance of all fifty original candidates and the only sub-40-metre stop from 100 km/h in the wet. Despite that, it finishes sixteenth overall, held back by the lowest projected mileage in the finalist group - meaning buyers drawn in by its low purchase price and strong safety performance will find themselves replacing it sooner than almost any other tyre here, meaning it worked out to be more expensive than many of top tyers in this test.

Dry

Hankook sets the benchmark in dry braking with the shortest stopping distance in the test, with Linglong and Nexen close behind - an impressive result given both are significantly cheaper than most rivals. The Falken and Sava are at the back of the field, though the gap between first and last is just 2.5 metres.

Dry Braking

Dry braking in meters (100 - 0 km/h)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 32.8 m Best 0 km/h
2Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 33.9 m +1.10 m 23 km/h
2Linglong Sport Master
 33.9 m +1.10 m 23 km/h
4Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 34.1 m +1.30 m 25 km/h
5Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 34.2 m +1.40 m 26 km/h
6Giti GitiSport S2+
 34.3 m +1.50 m 27 km/h
6Pirelli Cinturato C3
 34.3 m +1.50 m 27 km/h
6Continental PremiumContact 7
 34.3 m +1.50 m 27 km/h
9Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 34.4 m +1.60 m 28 km/h
9Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 34.4 m +1.60 m 28 km/h
9Nokian Powerproof 2
 34.4 m +1.60 m 28 km/h
12Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 34.5 m +1.70 m 29 km/h
12Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 34.5 m +1.70 m 29 km/h
14Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 34.6 m +1.80 m 30 km/h
15Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 34.9 m +2.10 m 32 km/h
16GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 35 m +2.20 m 33 km/h
17Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 35.1 m +2.30 m 33 km/h
18Sava Intensa UHP 2
 35.2 m +2.40 m 34 km/h
19Falken Azenis FK520
 35.3 m +2.50 m 35 km/h
19Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 35.3 m +2.50 m 35 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 7.6% (2.5 m ≈ 0.6 Car Lengths). From 130 km/h, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 would still be travelling at 35 km/h when the Hankook Ventus Evo had stopped.

Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.

Hankook leads dry handling ahead of Michelin and Vredestein, with the top half of the field separated by a relatively narrow margin. Falken and Sava fall furthest behind, consistent with their weaker dry braking results - the two dry tests broadly agree on the order.

Dry Handling

Dry Handling Average Speed

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 101.5 km/h Best
2Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 101.3 km/h -0.20 km/h
3Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 101 km/h -0.50 km/h
4Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 100.8 km/h -0.70 km/h
5Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 100.7 km/h -0.80 km/h
6Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 100.6 km/h -0.90 km/h
7Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 100.5 km/h -1.00 km/h
8Giti GitiSport S2+
 100.3 km/h -1.20 km/h
9Nokian Powerproof 2
 100.1 km/h -1.40 km/h
10Pirelli Cinturato C3
 100 km/h -1.50 km/h
10Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 100 km/h -1.50 km/h
12GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 99.9 km/h -1.60 km/h
13Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 99.8 km/h -1.70 km/h
14Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 99.7 km/h -1.80 km/h
15Continental PremiumContact 7
 99.5 km/h -2.00 km/h
16Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 99.4 km/h -2.10 km/h
17Linglong Sport Master
 99.3 km/h -2.20 km/h
18Sava Intensa UHP 2
 99 km/h -2.50 km/h
19Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 98.9 km/h -2.60 km/h
20Falken Azenis FK520
 98.5 km/h -3.00 km/h

All the tyres in the Dry Handling test finished less than 3% apart.

The subjective dry handling scores largely reflect the objective lap times, with Hankook and Michelin rated highest. Falken, Kleber and Sava receive the lowest ratings, with the test team noting imprecise or vague behaviour at the limit.

Subj. Dry Handling

Subjective Dry Handling Score

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 10 Points Best
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 10 Points Best
3Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 8.7 Points -1.30 Points
3Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 8.7 Points -1.30 Points
3Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 8.7 Points -1.30 Points
3Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 8.7 Points -1.30 Points
7Giti GitiSport S2+
 8 Points -2.00 Points
7GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 8 Points -2.00 Points
7Nokian Powerproof 2
 8 Points -2.00 Points
7Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 8 Points -2.00 Points
7Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 8 Points -2.00 Points
12Pirelli Cinturato C3
 7.3 Points -2.70 Points
13Continental PremiumContact 7
 6.7 Points -3.30 Points
13Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 6.7 Points -3.30 Points
13Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 6.7 Points -3.30 Points
13Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 6.7 Points -3.30 Points
17Linglong Sport Master
 6 Points -4.00 Points
18Falken Azenis FK520
 5.3 Points -4.70 Points
18Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 5.3 Points -4.70 Points
18Sava Intensa UHP 2
 5.3 Points -4.70 Points

The difference between best and worst was 47% (4.7 Points).

Wet

Linglong produces the standout result in wet braking - the only tyre in the test to stop under 40 metres from 100 km/h - despite being the cheapest finalist. Yokohama and Sava are at the back, with the full spread between best and worst reaching nearly 9 metres, a significant gap in a real-world emergency stop.

Wet Braking

Wet braking in meters (100 - 0 km/h)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Linglong Sport Master
 39.3 m Best 0 km/h
2Hankook Ventus Evo
 42.1 m +2.80 m 34 km/h
3Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 42.3 m +3.00 m 35 km/h
4Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 42.4 m +3.10 m 35 km/h
5Giti GitiSport S2+
 42.5 m +3.20 m 36 km/h
6Continental PremiumContact 7
 42.7 m +3.40 m 37 km/h
7Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 42.9 m +3.60 m 38 km/h
8Pirelli Cinturato C3
 43 m +3.70 m 38 km/h
9Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 43.3 m +4.00 m 40 km/h
10Falken Azenis FK520
 43.4 m +4.10 m 40 km/h
11GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 43.6 m +4.30 m 41 km/h
12Nokian Powerproof 2
 44 m +4.70 m 42 km/h
13Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 44.1 m +4.80 m 43 km/h
14Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 44.9 m +5.60 m 46 km/h
15Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 45 m +5.70 m 46 km/h
16Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 45.5 m +6.20 m 48 km/h
17Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 46.1 m +6.80 m 50 km/h
18Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 46.7 m +7.40 m 52 km/h
19Sava Intensa UHP 2
 47.1 m +7.80 m 53 km/h
20Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 47.9 m +8.60 m 55 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 21.9% (8.6 m ≈ 1.9 Car Lengths). From 130 km/h, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 would still be travelling at 55 km/h when the Linglong Sport Master had stopped.

Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.

Hankook leads wet handling ahead of Pirelli, which the test team identified as the strongest wet specialist in terms of lateral grip and handling response. Kleber and Maxxis are at the back, consistent with their longer wet braking distances - both show a pattern of reduced wet-weather ability across multiple tests.

Wet Handling

Wet Handling Average Speed

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 83.6 km/h Best
2Pirelli Cinturato C3
 83.4 km/h -0.20 km/h
3Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 82.7 km/h -0.90 km/h
4Giti GitiSport S2+
 82.6 km/h -1.00 km/h
4Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 82.6 km/h -1.00 km/h
6GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 82.5 km/h -1.10 km/h
7Linglong Sport Master
 82.4 km/h -1.20 km/h
7Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 82.4 km/h -1.20 km/h
9Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 82.3 km/h -1.30 km/h
9Continental PremiumContact 7
 82.3 km/h -1.30 km/h
11Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 82.2 km/h -1.40 km/h
11Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 82.2 km/h -1.40 km/h
13Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 82 km/h -1.60 km/h
13Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 82 km/h -1.60 km/h
15Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 81.8 km/h -1.80 km/h
16Nokian Powerproof 2
 81.7 km/h -1.90 km/h
17Falken Azenis FK520
 81.3 km/h -2.30 km/h
18Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 80.7 km/h -2.90 km/h
19Sava Intensa UHP 2
 80.6 km/h -3.00 km/h
20Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 79.4 km/h -4.20 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 5% (4.2 Km/H).

Subjective wet handling scores reflect the objective results closely, with Hankook and Pirelli rated highest. Maxxis and Sava receive the lowest ratings, with the test team specifically noting vague and imprecise wet behaviour for both - a concern given wet tests account for 40% of the overall result.

Subj. Wet Handling

Subjective Wet Handling Score

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 8.7 Points Best
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 8.7 Points Best
1Pirelli Cinturato C3
 8.7 Points Best
4Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 8 Points -0.70 Points
4Giti GitiSport S2+
 8 Points -0.70 Points
4Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 8 Points -0.70 Points
4Continental PremiumContact 7
 8 Points -0.70 Points
4Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 8 Points -0.70 Points
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 8 Points -0.70 Points
4Linglong Sport Master
 8 Points -0.70 Points
11Falken Azenis FK520
 7.3 Points -1.40 Points
11Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 7.3 Points -1.40 Points
11Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 7.3 Points -1.40 Points
11Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 7.3 Points -1.40 Points
11Nokian Powerproof 2
 7.3 Points -1.40 Points
11GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 7.3 Points -1.40 Points
17Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 6 Points -2.70 Points
17Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 6 Points -2.70 Points
19Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 5.3 Points -3.40 Points
19Sava Intensa UHP 2
 5.3 Points -3.40 Points

The difference between best and worst was 39.1% (3.4 Points).

Toyo and Goodyear lead straight aquaplaning resistance, both able to sustain higher speeds before losing contact than any other tyre in the test. Maxxis and Nokian are at the back of the field, though notably Toyo's strong aquaplaning result does not carry over into wet handling, where it finishes in the lower half.

Straight Aqua

Float Speed in Km/H

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 94.9 km/h Best
2Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 94.7 km/h -0.20 km/h
3Giti GitiSport S2+
 94.5 km/h -0.40 km/h
4Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 93.2 km/h -1.70 km/h
5Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 93 km/h -1.90 km/h
6Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 92.9 km/h -2.00 km/h
6Pirelli Cinturato C3
 92.9 km/h -2.00 km/h
8Linglong Sport Master
 92.8 km/h -2.10 km/h
8GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 92.8 km/h -2.10 km/h
10Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 92 km/h -2.90 km/h
11Falken Azenis FK520
 91.6 km/h -3.30 km/h
12Continental PremiumContact 7
 91.5 km/h -3.40 km/h
13Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 91.1 km/h -3.80 km/h
14Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 91 km/h -3.90 km/h
15Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 90.4 km/h -4.50 km/h
15Hankook Ventus Evo
 90.4 km/h -4.50 km/h
15Sava Intensa UHP 2
 90.4 km/h -4.50 km/h
18Nokian Powerproof 2
 89.7 km/h -5.20 km/h
19Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 89.3 km/h -5.60 km/h
20Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 89.2 km/h -5.70 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 6% (5.7 Km/H).

Comfort

Hankook, Goodyear, Bridgestone and Dunlop receive the highest rolling comfort ratings from the test team. Giti, GT Radial and Maxxis are rated lowest - none of these three score particularly poorly in performance tests, so the comfort result is worth noting for buyers who prioritise ride quality on poorer road surfaces.

Subj. Comfort

Subjective Comfort Score

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 8 Points Best
1Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 8 Points Best
1Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 8 Points Best
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 8 Points Best
5Sava Intensa UHP 2
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Nokian Powerproof 2
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Pirelli Cinturato C3
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Continental PremiumContact 7
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Falken Azenis FK520
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Linglong Sport Master
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
5Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 7.3 Points -0.70 Points
18Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 6.7 Points -1.30 Points
18GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 6.7 Points -1.30 Points
18Giti GitiSport S2+
 6.7 Points -1.30 Points

The difference between best and worst was 16.3% (1.3 Points).

Goodyear and Nexen are the quietest tyres in the test, with Pirelli at the opposite end - the loudest of all finalists by a clear margin. The noise ranking does not follow the performance ranking closely, and several of the higher-performing tyres sit in the noisier half of the field.

Noise

External noise in dB

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 70.6 dB Best
2Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 70.8 dB +0.20 dB
3Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 71 dB +0.40 dB
4GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 71.1 dB +0.50 dB
5Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 71.3 dB +0.70 dB
6Nokian Powerproof 2
 71.7 dB +1.10 dB
7Giti GitiSport S2+
 71.8 dB +1.20 dB
7Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 71.8 dB +1.20 dB
7Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 71.8 dB +1.20 dB
7Hankook Ventus Evo
 71.8 dB +1.20 dB
11Falken Azenis FK520
 72 dB +1.40 dB
12Linglong Sport Master
 72.4 dB +1.80 dB
12Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 72.4 dB +1.80 dB
14Sava Intensa UHP 2
 72.5 dB +1.90 dB
15Continental PremiumContact 7
 72.7 dB +2.10 dB
16Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 73.1 dB +2.50 dB
17Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 73.8 dB +3.20 dB
18Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 74.1 dB +3.50 dB
19Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 74.3 dB +3.70 dB
20Pirelli Cinturato C3
 75.2 dB +4.60 dB

The difference between best and worst was 6.5% (4.6 dB).

Value

Goodyear, Michelin and Continental have the best wear, but all three carry higher purchase prices. Linglong and Toyo project the shortest mileage, which is significant.

Wear

Predicted tread life in KM

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 63,830 KM Best
2Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 59,670 KM -4,160 KM
3Continental PremiumContact 7
 56,350 KM -7,480 KM
4Hankook Ventus Evo
 56,310 KM -7,520 KM
5Falken Azenis FK520
 52,080 KM -11,750 KM
6Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 51,860 KM -11,970 KM
7Pirelli Cinturato C3
 50,350 KM -13,480 KM
8Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 50,240 KM -13,590 KM
9Nokian Powerproof 2
 50,080 KM -13,750 KM
10Giti GitiSport S2+
 50,020 KM -13,810 KM
11GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 49,440 KM -14,390 KM
12Sava Intensa UHP 2
 48,530 KM -15,300 KM
13Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 48,230 KM -15,600 KM
14Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 47,810 KM -16,020 KM
15Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 45,630 KM -18,200 KM
16Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 44,820 KM -19,010 KM
17Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 42,100 KM -21,730 KM
18Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 39,670 KM -24,160 KM
19Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 38,420 KM -25,410 KM
20Linglong Sport Master
 35,570 KM -28,260 KM

The difference between best and worst was 44.3% (28,260 KM).

Hankook offers the best cost-per-km ratio in the test, combining competitive mileage with a mid-range purchase price. Continental is the most expensive per kilometre despite its high projected mileage, reflecting its high upfront cost. The results show that purchase price alone is a poor guide to running cost.

Value

Euros/1000km based on cost/wear

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestcost per 1,000 km
1Hankook Ventus Evo
 11.01 Price/1000 Best €16.29
2GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 11.12 Price/1000 +0.11 Price/1000 €20.58
3Sava Intensa UHP 2
 11.75 Price/1000 +0.74 Price/1000 €16.71
4Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 12.13 Price/1000 +1.12 Price/1000 €19.02
5Giti GitiSport S2+
 12.2 Price/1000 +1.19 Price/1000 €22.78
6Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 12.22 Price/1000 +1.21 Price/1000 €19.89
7Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 12.44 Price/1000 +1.43 Price/1000 €19.75
8Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 12.54 Price/1000 +1.53 Price/1000 €13.93
9Linglong Sport Master
 12.65 Price/1000 +1.64 Price/1000 €24.43
10Falken Azenis FK520
 12.86 Price/1000 +1.85 Price/1000 €18.33
11Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 14.03 Price/1000 +3.02 Price/1000 €29.14
12Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 14.12 Price/1000 +3.11 Price/1000 €21.46
13Nokian Powerproof 2
 15.18 Price/1000 +4.17 Price/1000 €19.78
14Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 15.2 Price/1000 +4.19 Price/1000 €20.74
15Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 15.42 Price/1000 +4.41 Price/1000 €21.74
16Pirelli Cinturato C3
 15.69 Price/1000 +4.68 Price/1000 €21.16
17Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 15.84 Price/1000 +4.83 Price/1000 €25.60
18Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 16.39 Price/1000 +5.38 Price/1000 €25.93
19Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 16.4 Price/1000 +5.39 Price/1000 €25.90
20Continental PremiumContact 7
 17.39 Price/1000 +6.38 Price/1000 €23.22

The difference between best and worst was 57.9% (6.38 Price/1000). Over 40,000 km the cheapest tyre to own (Kleber Dynaxer HP5) works out €608 cheaper than the most expensive (Yokohama Advan Sport V107).

How this is calculated

Assumes a typical car using 8 l/100km (with rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €1.65 per litre and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2026 test; financing costs are excluded.

Kleber has the lowest rolling resistance of all twenty finalists - a meaningful result for fuel or energy costs over the life of the tyre. Yokohama is the worst in this test by a notable margin, and its rolling resistance result is flagged by the test team as a primary concern, directly increasing running costs regardless of performance in other areas.

Rolling Resistance

Rolling resistance in kg t

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestExtra fuel / year
1Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 6.67 kg/t Best £0
2Nokian Powerproof 2
 7.48 kg/t +0.81 kg/t £54
3Sava Intensa UHP 2
 7.56 kg/t +0.89 kg/t £59
4Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 7.65 kg/t +0.98 kg/t £65
5Hankook Ventus Evo
 7.69 kg/t +1.02 kg/t £67
6Pirelli Cinturato C3
 7.7 kg/t +1.03 kg/t £68
7Falken Azenis FK520
 7.71 kg/t +1.04 kg/t £69
8Continental PremiumContact 7
 7.83 kg/t +1.16 kg/t £77
9Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 7.97 kg/t +1.30 kg/t £86
10Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 8.04 kg/t +1.37 kg/t £91
11Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 8.08 kg/t +1.41 kg/t £93
12Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 8.15 kg/t +1.48 kg/t £98
13Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 8.33 kg/t +1.66 kg/t £110
14Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 8.61 kg/t +1.94 kg/t £128
15GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 8.7 kg/t +2.03 kg/t £134
16Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 8.74 kg/t +2.07 kg/t £137
16Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 8.74 kg/t +2.07 kg/t £137
18Giti GitiSport S2+
 8.99 kg/t +2.32 kg/t £153
19Linglong Sport Master
 9.15 kg/t +2.48 kg/t £164
20Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 10.1 kg/t +3.43 kg/t £227

The difference between best and worst was 51.4% (3.43 kg / t). Over 19,000 km a year at £1.45/L, the Yokohama Advan Sport V107 uses about 156 L (£227) more fuel than the Kleber Dynaxer HP5.

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19,000 km
£1.45/L
Estimates based on typical driving conditions. Rolling resistance accounts for approximately 20% of IC vehicle fuel consumption and 25% of EV energy consumption. Actual savings vary based on driving style, vehicle weight, road conditions, and tyre age. For comparative purposes only. Lifetime savings based on a 40,000km / 25,000 mile tread life.

Kleber again leads in tread abrasion after 4,000 km, losing the least material of any tyre in the test - consistent with its low rolling resistance and strong mileage projection. Linglong loses the most material, reinforcing the pattern seen in projected mileage. Continental and Falken also show low abrasion, supporting their higher mileage estimates.

Abrasion

Total weight loss after wear test in grams

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Kleber Dynaxer HP5
 1122 g Best
2Continental PremiumContact 7
 1302 g +180.00 g
3Falken Azenis FK520
 1305 g +183.00 g
4Pirelli Cinturato C3
 1320 g +198.00 g
5Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 1353 g +231.00 g
6Nokian Powerproof 2
 1386 g +264.00 g
7Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 1455 g +333.00 g
8Hankook Ventus Evo
 1470 g +348.00 g
9Sava Intensa UHP 2
 1521 g +399.00 g
10Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
 1533 g +411.00 g
11Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
 1605 g +483.00 g
12Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 1617 g +495.00 g
13Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 1656 g +534.00 g
14Giti GitiSport S2+
 1713 g +591.00 g
15Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 1719 g +597.00 g
16Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 1734 g +612.00 g
17GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
 1791 g +669.00 g
18Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 1794 g +672.00 g
19Maxxis Victra Sport 6
 1875 g +753.00 g
20Linglong Sport Master
 2022 g +900.00 g

The difference between best and worst was 80.2% (900 g).

Results

Hankook takes the overall win on the back of leading performances in both dry tests, with Goodyear and Michelin close behind - the top three are all established premium brands, though Giti and Pirelli join them in the "exemplary" rating category

1st

Hankook Ventus Evo

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Hankook Ventus Evo
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The Hankook Ventus evo takes first place overall, with the strongest dry handling score and the shortest dry braking distance in the test. Wet performance is also strong, with the fastest wet handling lap time and competitive braking. The tyre offers a good cost-per-km ratio relative to its performance level. Rolling comfort is above average. The main limitation is that wet grip, while good, falls slightly short of its dry performance level.
Dry100%
Wet96.4%
Comfort99.2%
Value87.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better1st / 2032.8 mBest in this discipline
Dry HandlingHigher is better1st / 20101.5 km/hBest in this discipline
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better1st / 2010 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better2nd / 2042.1 m+2.80 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 2083.6 km/hBest in this discipline
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 208.7 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet CircleLower is better1st / 2014.51 sBest in this discipline
Straight AquaHigher is better15th / 2090.4 km/h-4.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better12th / 203.4 m/sec2-0.57 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better1st / 208 PointsBest in this discipline
NoiseLower is better7th / 2071.8 dB+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better4th / 2056310 KM-7,520.00 KM
ValueLower is better1st / 2011.01 Price/1000Best in this discipline
Rolling ResistanceLower is better5th / 207.69 kg/t+1.02 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better8th / 201470 g+348.00 g
EU Label
C/A/70
Origin
Hungary
Weight
11.69 kgs
Price
620.00
2nd

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

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Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
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The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 finishes second overall and wins the "Green Tyre" award, primarily on the strength of its projected mileage - by far the highest in the test at 63,830 km. Performance across wet and dry tests is consistently high without leading in any single area. Rolling comfort is good, and pass-by noise is among the lowest recorded. The main drawback is a relatively high purchase price.
Dry95.5%
Wet96.7%
Comfort99.9%
Value87.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better12th / 2034.5 m+1.70 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 20100.5 km/h-1.00 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 208 Points-2.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better7th / 2042.9 m+3.60 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 2082.2 km/h-1.40 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better4th / 2014.68 s+0.17 s
Straight AquaHigher is better2nd / 2094.7 km/h-0.20 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better1st / 203.97 m/sec2Best in this discipline
Subj. ComfortHigher is better1st / 208 PointsBest in this discipline
NoiseLower is better2nd / 2070.8 dB+0.20 dB
WearHigher is better1st / 2063830 KMBest in this discipline
ValueLower is better6th / 2012.22 Price/1000+1.21 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better13th / 208.33 kg/t+1.66 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better7th / 201455 g+333.00 g
EU Label
C/A/70
Origin
Germany
Weight
11.22 kgs
Price
780.00
3rd

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

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Michelin Pilot Sport 5
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The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 takes third place with a strong dry handling score, equal to the Hankook. Wet performance is solid across braking and handling. Mileage is the second highest in the test, which helps offset the high purchase price over the tyre's life. Pass-by noise is slightly elevated compared to the top finishers, and the purchase price is among the higher end of the field.
Dry97.8%
Wet95.6%
Comfort93.1%
Value83.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better9th / 2034.4 m+1.60 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better2nd / 20101.3 km/h-0.20 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better1st / 2010 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better9th / 2043.3 m+4.00 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better3rd / 2082.7 km/h-0.90 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better9th / 2014.74 s+0.23 s
Straight AquaHigher is better10th / 2092 km/h-2.90 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better3rd / 203.72 m/sec2-0.25 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better19th / 2074.3 dB+3.70 dB
WearHigher is better2nd / 2059670 KM-4,160.00 KM
ValueLower is better15th / 2015.42 Price/1000+4.41 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better9th / 207.97 kg/t+1.30 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better5th / 201353 g+231.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
Germany
Weight
11.25 kgs
Price
920.00
Joint 4th

Giti GitiSport S2+

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Giti GitiSport S2+
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The Giti GitiSport S2+ finishes fourth and is one of the more surprising results in the test. It delivers competent wet and dry performance across all tests without a clear weak area, and its purchase price is among the lower half of the finalists. Rolling resistance is slightly higher than average, which will have a small impact on fuel consumption. The result represents strong value relative to its performance level.
Dry95.7%
Wet96.1%
Comfort91%
Value76.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better6th / 2034.3 m+1.50 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better8th / 20100.3 km/h-1.20 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 208 Points-2.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better5th / 2042.5 m+3.20 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 2082.6 km/h-1.00 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better6th / 2014.7 s+0.19 s
Straight AquaHigher is better3rd / 2094.5 km/h-0.40 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better4th / 203.6 m/sec2-0.37 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better18th / 206.7 Points-1.30 Points
NoiseLower is better7th / 2071.8 dB+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better10th / 2050020 KM-13,810.00 KM
ValueLower is better5th / 2012.2 Price/1000+1.19 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better18th / 208.99 kg/t+2.32 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better14th / 201713 g+591.00 g
EU Label
C/A/70
Origin
China
Weight
12.15 kgs
Price
610.00
Joint 4th

Pirelli Cinturato C3

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Pirelli Cinturato C3
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The Pirelli Cinturato C3 shares fourth place with an emphasis on wet performance - wet handling and lateral grip scores are among the best in the test. Dry braking is also competitive. Rolling comfort is acceptable. The notable weakness is pass-by noise, which is the highest recorded in the test. Rolling resistance is low, which benefits running costs.
Dry94.9%
Wet96.1%
Comfort92.6%
Value80.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better6th / 2034.3 m+1.50 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better10th / 20100 km/h-1.50 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better12th / 207.3 Points-2.70 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better8th / 2043 m+3.70 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better2nd / 2083.4 km/h-0.20 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 208.7 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet CircleLower is better3rd / 2014.64 s+0.13 s
Straight AquaHigher is better6th / 2092.9 km/h-2.00 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better9th / 203.46 m/sec2-0.51 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better20th / 2075.2 dB+4.60 dB
WearHigher is better7th / 2050350 KM-13,480.00 KM
ValueLower is better16th / 2015.69 Price/1000+4.68 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better6th / 207.7 kg/t+1.03 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better4th / 201320 g+198.00 g
EU Label
B/A/71
Origin
Romania
Weight
10.95 kgs
Price
790.00
Joint 6th

Continental PremiumContact 7

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Continental PremiumContact 7
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The Continental PremiumContact 7 finishes sixth with a balanced all-round profile across wet and dry tests. Wet handling and braking are both strong, and dry braking is competitive. Tread wear after 4,000 km is one of the lowest in the test, which contributes to longevity. The main downside is the highest purchase price of any tyre in the test.
Dry94.1%
Wet95.1%
Comfort94.2%
Value81.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better6th / 2034.3 m+1.50 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better15th / 2099.5 km/h-2.00 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better13th / 206.7 Points-3.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better6th / 2042.7 m+3.40 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better9th / 2082.3 km/h-1.30 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better7th / 2014.72 s+0.21 s
Straight AquaHigher is better12th / 2091.5 km/h-3.40 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better9th / 203.46 m/sec2-0.51 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better15th / 2072.7 dB+2.10 dB
WearHigher is better3rd / 2056350 KM-7,480.00 KM
ValueLower is better20th / 2017.39 Price/1000+6.38 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better8th / 207.83 kg/t+1.16 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better2nd / 201302 g+180.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
Czech Republic
Weight
11.14 kgs
Price
980.00
Joint 6th

Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72

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Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
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The Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 also finishes sixth and performs particularly well in wet conditions, with good braking and handling results. Dry performance is competitive across the board. The purchase price is among the lowest in the finalist group, making it a strong value option. Rolling noise is slightly above average, which is the main comfort-related limitation.
Dry95.4%
Wet96%
Comfort93.3%
Value78.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better9th / 2034.4 m+1.60 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better10th / 20100 km/h-1.50 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 208 Points-2.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better4th / 2042.4 m+3.10 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 2082.6 km/h-1.00 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 208.7 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet CircleLower is better2nd / 2014.6 s+0.09 s
Straight AquaHigher is better14th / 2091 km/h-3.90 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better11th / 203.43 m/sec2-0.54 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better18th / 2074.1 dB+3.50 dB
WearHigher is better13th / 2048230 KM-15,600.00 KM
ValueLower is better7th / 2012.44 Price/1000+1.43 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better12th / 208.15 kg/t+1.48 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better11th / 201605 g+483.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
South Korea
Weight
12.13 kgs
Price
600.00
8th

GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO

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GT Radial SportActive 2 EVO
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The GT Radial SportActive 2 Evo finishes eighth with competitive wet and dry results and the second-lowest cost-per-km figure in the test. Wet safety margins are adequate, and dry performance is consistent. Rolling resistance is slightly higher than average, and rolling comfort is rated below the mid-field. For buyers prioritising running costs, it offers a strong case.
Dry94.6%
Wet95.1%
Comfort91.5%
Value78.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better16th / 2035 m+2.20 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better12th / 2099.9 km/h-1.60 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 208 Points-2.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better11th / 2043.6 m+4.30 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better6th / 2082.5 km/h-1.10 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 207.3 Points-1.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better11th / 2014.82 s+0.31 s
Straight AquaHigher is better8th / 2092.8 km/h-2.10 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better2nd / 203.85 m/sec2-0.12 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better18th / 206.7 Points-1.30 Points
NoiseLower is better4th / 2071.1 dB+0.50 dB
WearHigher is better11th / 2049440 KM-14,390.00 KM
ValueLower is better2nd / 2011.12 Price/1000+0.11 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better15th / 208.7 kg/t+2.03 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better17th / 201791 g+669.00 g
EU Label
C/A/69
Origin
China
Weight
12.04 kgs
Price
550.00
Joint 9th

Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
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The Nexen N'Fera Sport finishes ninth with short braking distances in both wet and dry conditions and good overall safety margins. It qualifies as a solid mid-range choice. The noted handling weakness is a slightly delayed turn-in response, which affects steering precision. Pass-by noise is low, placing it among the quieter tyres in the test.
Dry94.6%
Wet94.5%
Comfort95.6%
Value78.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better2nd / 2033.9 m+1.10 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better16th / 2099.4 km/h-2.10 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better13th / 206.7 Points-3.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better3rd / 2042.3 m+3.00 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better13th / 2082 km/h-1.60 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 207.3 Points-1.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better11th / 2014.82 s+0.31 s
Straight AquaHigher is better6th / 2092.9 km/h-2.00 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better13th / 203.38 m/sec2-0.59 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better1st / 2070.6 dBBest in this discipline
WearHigher is better14th / 2047810 KM-16,020.00 KM
ValueLower is better4th / 2012.13 Price/1000+1.12 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better10th / 208.04 kg/t+1.37 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better15th / 201719 g+597.00 g
EU Label
C/A/71
Origin
Czech Republic
Weight
12.25 kgs
Price
580.00
Joint 9th

Vredestein Ultrac Pro

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
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The Vredestein Ultrac Pro also finishes ninth with its strongest performance in dry handling, where it matches the top scorers. Dry braking is short and rolling resistance is low. Projected mileage is one of the lower figures in the finalist group, which reduces its cost efficiency and is its main weakness relative to its performance level.
Dry96.7%
Wet93.3%
Comfort95.3%
Value74.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better5th / 2034.2 m+1.40 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 20101 km/h-0.50 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 208.7 Points-1.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better15th / 2045 m+5.70 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better9th / 2082.3 km/h-1.30 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better5th / 2014.69 s+0.18 s
Straight AquaHigher is better15th / 2090.4 km/h-4.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better17th / 203.23 m/sec2-0.74 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better3rd / 2071 dB+0.40 dB
WearHigher is better17th / 2042100 KM-21,730.00 KM
ValueLower is better14th / 2015.2 Price/1000+4.19 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better4th / 207.65 kg/t+0.98 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better12th / 201617 g+495.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
Netherlands
Weight
11.53 kgs
Price
640.00
Joint 11th

Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
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The Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo finishes eleventh with consistently solid dry and wet results without standing out in any individual test. Rolling comfort is rated above average. The tyre is competent across conditions but is limited by a high purchase price and slightly above-average rolling resistance, both of which affect overall cost efficiency.
Dry94%
Wet94.6%
Comfort97.8%
Value75.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better12th / 2034.5 m+1.70 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better13th / 2099.8 km/h-1.70 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better13th / 206.7 Points-3.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better13th / 2044.1 m+4.80 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better7th / 2082.4 km/h-1.20 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better8th / 2014.73 s+0.22 s
Straight AquaHigher is better13th / 2091.1 km/h-3.80 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 203.54 m/sec2-0.43 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better1st / 208 PointsBest in this discipline
NoiseLower is better17th / 2073.8 dB+3.20 dB
WearHigher is better6th / 2051860 KM-11,970.00 KM
ValueLower is better18th / 2016.39 Price/1000+5.38 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better16th / 208.74 kg/t+2.07 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better10th / 201533 g+411.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
Italy
Weight
11.52 kgs
Price
850.00
Joint 11th

Nokian Powerproof 2

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Nokian Powerproof 2
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The Nokian Powerproof 2 also finishes eleventh with strong braking results on both wet and dry surfaces and a competitive rolling resistance figure. Dry handling is good. The overall wet performance package is rated slightly below the front-runners, which holds it back in the standings. Mileage is reasonable and cost-per-km is acceptable.
Dry95.4%
Wet92.3%
Comfort94.9%
Value80.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better9th / 2034.4 m+1.60 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better9th / 20100.1 km/h-1.40 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 208 Points-2.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better12th / 2044 m+4.70 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better16th / 2081.7 km/h-1.90 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 207.3 Points-1.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better13th / 2014.9 s+0.39 s
Straight AquaHigher is better18th / 2089.7 km/h-5.20 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better20th / 203.1 m/sec2-0.87 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better6th / 2071.7 dB+1.10 dB
WearHigher is better9th / 2050080 KM-13,750.00 KM
ValueLower is better13th / 2015.18 Price/1000+4.17 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better2nd / 207.48 kg/t+0.81 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better6th / 201386 g+264.00 g
EU Label
B/A/70
Origin
Romania
Weight
12.62 kgs
Price
760.00
Joint 13th

Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
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The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 finishes thirteenth. Its strongest area is water dispersal and straight aquaplaning resistance, where it finishes mid-field. Dry braking is competitive and rolling comfort is rated positively. However, it loses ground in the cost tests, with higher tread wear and above-average price-per-km, which drags down the overall result.
Dry93%
Wet93%
Comfort98.8%
Value71.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better19th / 2035.3 m+2.50 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better14th / 2099.7 km/h-1.80 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better13th / 206.7 Points-3.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better16th / 2045.5 m+6.20 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 2082.2 km/h-1.40 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 207.3 Points-1.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better15th / 2014.97 s+0.46 s
Straight AquaHigher is better4th / 2093.2 km/h-1.70 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better8th / 203.48 m/sec2-0.49 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better1st / 208 PointsBest in this discipline
NoiseLower is better12th / 2072.4 dB+1.80 dB
WearHigher is better16th / 2044820 KM-19,010.00 KM
ValueLower is better17th / 2015.84 Price/1000+4.83 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better16th / 208.74 kg/t+2.07 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better13th / 201656 g+534.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
Luxembourg
Weight
11.44 kgs
Price
710.00
Joint 13th

Falken Azenis FK520

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Falken Azenis FK520
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The Falken Azenis FK520 finishes thirteenth with competent wet braking and good dry safety reserves. Mileage per cost is reasonable. The handling characteristic noted is a vague or imprecise turn-in, which reduces driver confidence in cornering. Rolling resistance is low-to-average. It represents a mid-range option without a standout strength or major weakness.
Dry91.2%
Wet93.1%
Comfort94.7%
Value84.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better19th / 2035.3 m+2.50 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better20th / 2098.5 km/h-3.00 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better18th / 205.3 Points-4.70 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better10th / 2043.4 m+4.10 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better17th / 2081.3 km/h-2.30 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 207.3 Points-1.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better16th / 2015 s+0.49 s
Straight AquaHigher is better11th / 2091.6 km/h-3.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better16th / 203.3 m/sec2-0.67 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better11th / 2072 dB+1.40 dB
WearHigher is better5th / 2052080 KM-11,750.00 KM
ValueLower is better10th / 2012.86 Price/1000+1.85 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better7th / 207.71 kg/t+1.04 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better3rd / 201305 g+183.00 g
EU Label
C/A/70
Origin
Turkey
Weight
11.98 kgs
Price
670.00
Joint 13th

Yokohama Advan Sport V107

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Yokohama Advan Sport V107
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The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 finishes thirteenth with strong dry handling qualities and the highest straight aquaplaning resistance in the test. However, it carries the highest rolling resistance figure of all finalists, which directly increases fuel or energy consumption. It also scores weaker in wet handling relative to the top tier, and the overall cost rating is pulled down by higher running costs.
Dry96.8%
Wet91.5%
Comfort93.9%
Value69.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better4th / 2034.1 m+1.30 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better4th / 20100.8 km/h-0.70 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 208.7 Points-1.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better20th / 2047.9 m+8.60 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better13th / 2082 km/h-1.60 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 207.3 Points-1.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better14th / 2014.95 s+0.44 s
Straight AquaHigher is better5th / 2093 km/h-1.90 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better15th / 203.31 m/sec2-0.66 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better16th / 2073.1 dB+2.50 dB
WearHigher is better15th / 2045630 KM-18,200.00 KM
ValueLower is better11th / 2014.03 Price/1000+3.02 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better20th / 2010.1 kg/t+3.43 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better18th / 201794 g+672.00 g
EU Label
D/A/71
Origin
Japan
Weight
12.08 kgs
Price
640.00
16th

Linglong Sport Master

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Linglong Sport Master
The Linglong Sport Master finishes sixteenth - the lowest-priced tyre in the finalist group - and produces the shortest wet braking distance of the entire test at 39.3 m, the only tyre to stop under 40 m from 100 km/h in the wet. Dry braking is also competitive. The main limitation is mileage, which is the lowest of all twenty finalists, meaning the low purchase price advantage is partially offset by more frequent replacement.
Dry93.9%
Wet97%
Comfort94.4%
Value67.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better2nd / 2033.9 m+1.10 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better17th / 2099.3 km/h-2.20 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better17th / 206 Points-4.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better1st / 2039.3 mBest in this discipline
Wet HandlingHigher is better7th / 2082.4 km/h-1.20 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 208 Points-0.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better9th / 2014.74 s+0.23 s
Straight AquaHigher is better8th / 2092.8 km/h-2.10 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better13th / 203.38 m/sec2-0.59 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better12th / 2072.4 dB+1.80 dB
WearHigher is better20th / 2035570 KM-28,260.00 KM
ValueLower is better9th / 2012.65 Price/1000+1.64 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better19th / 209.15 kg/t+2.48 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better20th / 202022 g+900.00 g
EU Label
C/A/69
Origin
Serbia
Weight
12.60 kgs
Price
450.00
17th

Toyo Proxes Sport 2

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
The Toyo Proxes Sport 2 finishes seventeenth with strong dry handling and the highest resistance to straight aquaplaning in the test. Dry braking is competitive. The significant weakness is a short projected mileage, one of the lowest in the group, which substantially increases cost-per-km. Wet performance is adequate but not a strength.
Dry96.1%
Wet91.4%
Comfort95.1%
Value67.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better14th / 2034.6 m+1.80 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better5th / 20100.7 km/h-0.80 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 208.7 Points-1.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better17th / 2046.1 m+6.80 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better15th / 2081.8 km/h-1.80 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better17th / 206 Points-2.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better18th / 2015.29 s+0.78 s
Straight AquaHigher is better1st / 2094.9 km/hBest in this discipline
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better7th / 203.51 m/sec2-0.46 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better5th / 2071.3 dB+0.70 dB
WearHigher is better19th / 2038420 KM-25,410.00 KM
ValueLower is better19th / 2016.4 Price/1000+5.39 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better14th / 208.61 kg/t+1.94 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better16th / 201734 g+612.00 g
EU Label
C/A/71
Origin
Japan
Weight
11.69 kgs
Price
630.00
18th

Maxxis Victra Sport 6

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Maxxis Victra Sport 6
The Maxxis Victra Sport 6 finishes eighteenth with competitive dry braking and a low purchase price. However, wet handling is rated as imprecise, with vague behaviour reducing confidence in wet cornering. Tread wear is high - one of the highest in the test - which contributes to an elevated cost-per-km figure and limits the value proposition of the low upfront price.
Dry95.4%
Wet89.2%
Comfort91%
Value70.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better17th / 2035.1 m+2.30 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better6th / 20100.6 km/h-0.90 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 208.7 Points-1.30 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better14th / 2044.9 m+5.60 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better18th / 2080.7 km/h-2.90 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better19th / 205.3 Points-3.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better20th / 2015.51 s+1.00 s
Straight AquaHigher is better20th / 2089.2 km/h-5.70 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better19th / 203.16 m/sec2-0.81 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better18th / 206.7 Points-1.30 Points
NoiseLower is better7th / 2071.8 dB+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better18th / 2039670 KM-24,160.00 KM
ValueLower is better12th / 2014.12 Price/1000+3.11 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better11th / 208.08 kg/t+1.41 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better19th / 201875 g+753.00 g
EU Label
C/A/72
Origin
China
Weight
12.11 kgs
Price
560.00
Joint 19th

Kleber Dynaxer HP5

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Kleber Dynaxer HP5
The Kleber Dynaxer HP5 finishes nineteenth with the lowest rolling resistance of all twenty finalists, which translates to measurably lower fuel or energy consumption. Projected mileage is reasonable and tread wear is the lowest recorded in the test. The main limitation is wet grip, where braking distances and lateral performance are below the mid-field, requiring more caution in wet conditions.
Dry91.8%
Wet89%
Comfort94.8%
Value91.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better15th / 2034.9 m+2.10 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better19th / 2098.9 km/h-2.60 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better18th / 205.3 Points-4.70 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better18th / 2046.7 m+7.40 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better20th / 2079.4 km/h-4.20 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better17th / 206 Points-2.70 Points
Wet CircleLower is better17th / 2015.28 s+0.77 s
Straight AquaHigher is better19th / 2089.3 km/h-5.60 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better18th / 203.18 m/sec2-0.79 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better7th / 2071.8 dB+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better8th / 2050240 KM-13,590.00 KM
ValueLower is better8th / 2012.54 Price/1000+1.53 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better1st / 206.67 kg/tBest in this discipline
AbrasionLower is better1st / 201122 gBest in this discipline
EU Label
B/A/70
Origin
Romania
Weight
10.62 kgs
Price
630.00
Joint 19th

Sava Intensa UHP 2

245/45 R19 102Y XL
Sava Intensa UHP 2
The Sava Intensa UHP 2 also finishes nineteenth and shares the lowest rolling resistance with Kleber. Dry braking is adequate and tyre weight is the lowest of all finalists. However, wet performance is a clear weakness - braking distances are among the longest in the final group and handling is rated as imprecise. The overall wet safety margin is the main concern for this tyre.
Dry91.5%
Wet89.4%
Comfort94.3%
Value82.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (15)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better18th / 2035.2 m+2.40 m
Dry HandlingHigher is better18th / 2099 km/h-2.50 km/h
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better18th / 205.3 Points-4.70 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better19th / 2047.1 m+7.80 m
Wet HandlingHigher is better19th / 2080.6 km/h-3.00 km/h
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better19th / 205.3 Points-3.40 Points
Wet CircleLower is better19th / 2015.48 s+0.97 s
Straight AquaHigher is better15th / 2090.4 km/h-4.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better5th / 203.58 m/sec2-0.39 m/sec2
Subj. ComfortHigher is better5th / 207.3 Points-0.70 Points
NoiseLower is better14th / 2072.5 dB+1.90 dB
WearHigher is better12th / 2048530 KM-15,300.00 KM
ValueLower is better3rd / 2011.75 Price/1000+0.74 Price/1000
Rolling ResistanceLower is better3rd / 207.56 kg/t+0.89 kg/t
AbrasionLower is better9th / 201521 g+399.00 g
EU Label
B/A/71
Origin
Germany
Weight
10.07 kgs
Price
570.00

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