Bridgestone Turanza 6 vs Falken Azenis FK520
The data shows meaningful gaps where it matters: Falken repeatedly leads dry braking (by 3-8%) and often wet braking too, while Bridgestone posts class-leading rolling resistance (typically 12-17% lower) and quieter pass-by noise. In SUV formats, results diverge: FK520 ranked 2/10 in AutoBild Off-Road (2025), but 7/8 in AMS (2024), whereas Turanza 6 landed 7/10 and 4/8 respectively-highlighting that tyre-character fit can vary by vehicle and test emphasis.
Test Results
Independent comparison tyre tests are the best source of data to get tyre information from, and the good news is there have been four tests which compare both tyres directly!
| Tyre | Test Wins | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgestone Turanza 6 | two | |
| Falken Azenis FK520 | two |
The Bridgestone Turanza 6 and Falken Azenis FK520 have an equal number of test wins. However, tyres are very complicated objects which means where one tyre is better than the other can be more important in real world use.
Let's look at how the two tyres compare across multiple tyre test categories.
Key Strengths
- Class-leading rolling resistance (≈12-17% lower vs FK520 in multiple tests)
- Very good curved aquaplaning resistance and rain security
- Lower exterior noise and refined road manners
- Balanced, predictable handling with strong gravel traction for light off-road
- Shorter dry and frequent wet braking (dry advantage ~3-8%)
- More dynamic handling feel on dry and wet circuits
- Stronger value: lower price and better wear in UHP size
- Solid aquaplaning straight-line performance and good overall SUV handling
Dry Braking
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during four dry braking tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 stopped the vehicle in 5.64% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Braking: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Dry Braking winner was calculated >>
| 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:35.7M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 33.7M |
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:35.7M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 33.7M |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:36.4M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 35.2M |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:36.1M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 33.2M |
Dry Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during three dry handling [km/h] tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 was 0.81% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Dry Handling [Km/H]: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Dry Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:118.2Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 119.2Km/H |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:93.5Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 93.7Km/H |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:106.4Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 107.8Km/H |
Wet Braking
Looking at data from four tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during three wet braking tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 stopped the vehicle in 3.45% less distance than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Braking: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Wet Braking winner was calculated >>
| 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:27.6M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 27M |
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:43.1M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 42.2M |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:29.9M | Falken Azenis FK520: 30.1M |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:52.4M | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 48.4M |
Wet Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during two wet handling [km/h] tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 was 0.98% faster around a wet lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Handling [Km/H]: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Wet Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:73.9Km/H | Falken Azenis FK520: 73.1Km/H |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:73.3Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 73.8Km/H |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:84Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 86.6Km/H |
Wet Circle
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during one wet circle tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 was 5.04% faster around a wet circle than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wet Circle: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Wet Circle winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:21.25s | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 20.18s |
Straight Aqua
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during two straight aqua tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 floated at a 0.34% higher speed than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Straight Aqua: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Straight Aqua winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:102.3Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 104.1Km/H |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:75.2Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 77.9Km/H |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:86.4Km/H | Falken Azenis FK520: 82.8Km/H |
Curved Aquaplaning
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during three curved aquaplaning tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 slipped out at a 4.11% higher speed than the Falken Azenis FK520.
Best In Curved Aquaplaning: Bridgestone Turanza 6
See how the Curved Aquaplaning winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:3.63m/sec2 | Falken Azenis FK520: 3.38m/sec2 |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:8.42m/sec2 | Falken Azenis FK520: 8.32m/sec2 |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:2.57m/sec2 | Falken Azenis FK520: 2.32m/sec2 |
Gravel Handling [Km/H]
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during one gravel handling [km/h] tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 was 1.48% faster around a lap than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Gravel Handling [Km/H]: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Gravel Handling winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:59.9Km/H | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 60.8Km/H |
Gravel Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during one gravel traction tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had 5.81% better traction on gravel than the Falken Azenis FK520.
Best In Gravel Traction: Bridgestone Turanza 6
See how the Gravel Traction winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:11180N | Falken Azenis FK520: 10530N |
Sand Traction
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during one sand traction tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 had 6.07% better traction in sand than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Sand Traction: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Sand Traction winner was calculated >>
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:9440N | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 10050N |
Grass Traction
Best In Grass Traction: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Grass Traction winner was calculated >>
Noise
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during three noise tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 measured 0.68% quieter than the Falken Azenis FK520.
Best In Noise: Bridgestone Turanza 6
See how the Noise winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:72.4dB | Falken Azenis FK520: 73dB |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:70.5dB | Falken Azenis FK520: 70.9dB |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:63.5dB | Falken Azenis FK520: 63.9dB |
Wear
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during one wear tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 is predicted to cover 9.82% miles before reaching 1.6mm than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Wear: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Wear winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:40400KM | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 44800KM |
Value
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during one value tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 proved to have a 26.44% better value based on price/1000km than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Value: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Value winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:15.47Price/1000 | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 11.38Price/1000 |
Price
Looking at data from one tyre tests, the Falken Azenis FK520 was better during one price tests. On average the Falken Azenis FK520 cost 18.4% less than the Bridgestone Turanza 6.
Best In Price: Falken Azenis FK520
See how the Price winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
Bridgestone Turanza 6:625 | ✓ Falken Azenis FK520: 510 |
Rolling Resistance
Looking at data from three tyre tests, the Bridgestone Turanza 6 was better during three rolling resistance tests. On average the Bridgestone Turanza 6 had a 14.19% lower rolling resistance than the Falken Azenis FK520.
Best In Rolling Resistance: Bridgestone Turanza 6
See how the Rolling Resistance winner was calculated >>
| 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tyre Test 225/45 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:7.13kg / t | Falken Azenis FK520: 8.61kg / t |
| 2024 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test 235/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:6.6kg / t | Falken Azenis FK520: 7.5kg / t |
| 2025 Autobild SUV Off-Road Summer Tyre Test 255/55 R18 |
✓ Bridgestone Turanza 6:6.23kg / t | Falken Azenis FK520: 7.15kg / t |
Real World Driver Reviews
Bridgestone Turanza 6 Driver Reviews
Most drivers rate the Bridgestone Turanza 6 highly, praising its excellent wet and dry grip, quiet ride, comfort, and confidence-inspiring stability, especially in heavy rain. Some note a soft sidewall feel that reduces steering sharpness and a minority report durability issues (faster wear or sidewall/tread damage). Overall, the Turanza 6 is a strong touring choice with standout wet performance and comfort.
Based on 40 reviews with an average rating of 82%
Falken Azenis FK520 Driver Reviews
Most drivers find the Falken Azenis FK520 delivers excellent dry and strong wet grip with progressive, predictable handling and very good value, often rivaling premium brands. Comfort and noise are generally good to very good, with several noting improved braking and stability and acceptable to good wear. A minority report drawbacks such as softer/less precise handling feel, vibrations or wobble at certain speeds/pressures, and performance drop-off under extended hard driving.
Based on 36 reviews with an average rating of 84%
Conclusion
Practically: the FK520 suits enthusiastic drivers and value seekers who want confident stopping and responsive handling without paying full-premium prices. The Turanza 6 is ideal for commuters, EV/hybrid owners, and long-distance travelers focused on fuel/electricity savings, comfort, and safety in heavy rain. The memorable takeaway: Falken stops sooner; Bridgestone sips fewer watts and keeps calmer in deep water.
Key Differences
- Braking: FK520 consistently shorter in dry and often wet; Turanza 6 only edges wet braking in one SUV test.
- Handling character: FK520 feels sharper and faster on laps; Turanza 6 is stable and mildly understeer-safe in the wet.
- Aquaplaning: Turanza 6 leads curved aquaplaning across tests; FK520 slightly better at straight aquaplaning in two of four.
- Efficiency: Turanza 6 has markedly lower rolling resistance (≈12-17%), beneficial for fuel/EV range.
- Comfort/noise: Turanza 6 is quieter by ~0.5-0.8 dB and rides more calmly; FK520 is a touch louder.
- Value and longevity: FK520 is cheaper (≈18% in cited UHP size) and showed longer wear (+11%) in AutoBild UHP.
Overall Winner: Falken Azenis FK520
Based on the tyre test data and user reviews we have in our database, the Falken Azenis FK520 has demonstrated better overall performance in this comparison. However, as you can see from the spider diagram above, each tyre has its own strengths which should be considered in your final tyre buying choice.Similar Comparisons
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Footnote
This page has been developed using tyre industry testing best practices. This means we are only comparing tests which have had both tyres in the same test.
Why is this important? Tyre testing is heavily affected by things like surface grip levels and surface temperature, which means you can only compare values from the same day. During a tyre test external condition changes are calculated into the overall results, but it is not possible to calculate this between tyre tests performed on different days or at different locations.
As a result you will see other tests on Tyre Reviews which feature both the %s and %s, but as they weren't conducted on the same day, the results are not comparable.
Lots of other websites do this sort of tyre comparison, Tyre Reviews doesn't.