Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Maxxis Premitra HP5
- TR Score
- 8.4/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 119
- TR Score
- 8.1/10
- Owners say
- 72% · 42
In the 15 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun finished ahead 11 times and the Premitra HP5 4 times. The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun lasted 25.3% longer in the wear tests; the Premitra HP5 had 3.2% lower rolling resistance.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun for wet-weather confidence, quiet comfort, and balanced road manners. Pick Maxxis Premitra HP5 if you prefer a sportier feel, strong straight aquaplaning, and a lower purchase price-provided you accept more variability in wet braking and potential wear.
Where the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is stronger
- Outstanding wet braking and stable wet handling across sizes
- Good aquaplaning safety (especially curved/overall) and low noise
- Often competitive dry handling with balanced composure
Where the Premitra HP5 is stronger
- Sportier subjective handling and steering response
- Very good straight-line aquaplaning resistance
- Frequent dry braking strength and competitive pricing
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Premitra HP5 at a glance
| Category | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Gap | Premitra HP5 |
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| Shared tests won15 shared tests | 11 | 4 | |
| Dry24 measurements | 8 | The Premitra HP5 stopped 0.8% shorter in the dry (13 tests) | 14 |
| Wet39 measurements | 26 | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun stopped 2.7% shorter in the wet (13 tests) | 12 |
| Off road5 measurements | 2 | 3 | |
| Comfort12 measurements | 6 | 5 | |
| Value13 measurements | 5 | The Premitra HP5 had 3.2% lower rolling resistance (9 tests) | 8 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.4/10 | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun by 0.3 | 8.1/10 |
| Owner rating119 and 42 reviews | 80% | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun by 8 points | 72% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 78% | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun by 15 points | 63% |
| Pricein the 8 tests that listed prices | +9% | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was dearer in 6 of 8 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 86 | 48 sizes made in both | 53 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 15 tests, 2018 to 2024
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Field | Premitra HP5 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test | P6 of 9 | P8 of 9 | |
| 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test | P7 of 20 | P19 of 20 | |
| 2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview | P7 of 55 | P8 of 55 | |
| 2022 AZ SUV Tyre Test | P8 of 10 | P5 of 10 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test | P5 of 21 | P15 of 21 | |
| 2022 Summer Tyre Market Overview | P5 of 50 | P14 of 50 | |
| 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test | P15 of 20 | P11 of 20 | |
| 2021 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test | P9 of 11 | P6 of 11 | |
| 2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test | P6 of 10 | P7 of 10 | |
| 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test | P8 of 53 | P9 of 53 | |
| 2020 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test | P9 of 10 | P4 of 10 | |
| 2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test | P3 of 12 | P8 of 12 | |
| 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | P7 of 13 | P9 of 13 | |
| 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | P3 of 20 | P20 of 20 | |
| 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview | P6 of 51 | P9 of 51 |
Performance profile
15 measurements from the 15 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Premitra HP5
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 7 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Premitra HP5
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Premitra HP5
Not ahead in any category
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Owners rate the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 80% from 119 reviews and the Premitra HP5 72% from 42. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 79.89 | 0.1% | 79.75 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 106.6 | 0.5% | 106.1 | 3-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 39.08 | 2.7% | 40.15 | 11-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 80.56 | 0.9% | 79.65 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 71.63 | 0.3% | 71.88 | 3-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 6.37 | 7% | 5.96 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.9 | 1.7% | 12.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 83.48 | 0.2% | 83.29 | 7-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 4.65 | 3.2% | 4.8 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 66.1 | 1.1% | 66.8 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7,673 | 15.7% | 8,880 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7,618 | 0.5% | 7,579 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3,659 | 7.2% | 3,414 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3,644 | 8.5% | 3,953 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| scored | 7.3% | scored | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 70.02 | 0.4 dB | 70.4 | 6-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 9.07 | 5.5% | 8.57 | 0-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 35,160 | 25.3% | 28,128 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 9.09 | 3.2% | 8.79 | 2-7 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 8.4 and the Premitra HP5 8.1 out of 10.
| ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Category | Premitra HP5 | ||
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| 70 | Dry | 72 | ||
| 79 | Wet | 70 | ||
| 62 | Comfort | 40 | ||
| 42 | Value | 41 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Category | Premitra HP5 | ||
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| 8.6 | Dry Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 8.2 | Wet Grip | 7.5 | ||
| 8.1 | Road Feedback | 7.3 | ||
| 8 | Handling | 7.4 | ||
| 7.7 | Wear | 6.3 | ||
| 7.9 | Comfort | 7.1 | ||
Owners rate the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 80% from 119 reviews and the Premitra HP5 72% from 42. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
- 80%from 119 reviews
- 78%would buy again
- 1,000,122 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally describe the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun as an excellent value summer touring tyre with strong wet-weather safety (including aquaplaning resistance) and confident dry grip, often punching above its price class. A very common highlight is low cabin noise and an overall smooth, secure feel, with many users also reporting good wear life over high mileage. The most recurring drawbacks are higher rolling resistance (fuel consumption increase for some cars) and a softer/less precise steering feel that can disappoint more performance-focused drivers, with a subset also finding the ride firmer on rough roads.
- Strong wet grip and reassuring aquaplaning resistance
- Good dry grip and braking
- Low road noise / quiet cabin
- Good value for money
- Higher rolling resistance leading to increased fuel consumption for some drivers
- Soft sidewalls or less precise steering/feedback (not ideal for hard sporty driving)
- Firm/harsh ride on rough roads for some vehicles/setups
Summarised by AI from 107 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 119 ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun reviewsA quiet tire, very predictable/forgiving at the limit, especially in the rain, with a soft sidewall.These miles were covered with spirited driving on winding roads.
Maxxis Premitra HP5
- 72%from 42 reviews
- 63%would buy again
- 945,555 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners most often praise the Maxxis Premitra HP5 for strong dry grip and reassuring wet grip, with many describing it as confidence-inspiring for everyday driving. Value for money is another standout, with around one in five owners highlighting premium-like performance for the price. Longevity is more divisive: almost as many owners criticise tread life as praise it, and around one in seven report that grip and stability drop away noticeably once the tread wears down. Noise is also mixed, with a similar number finding it quiet as those who complain of loudness on certain road surfaces.
- Strong dry grip
- Reassuring wet grip
- Good value for money
- Secure, enjoyable dry handling
- Tread life can be disappointing for some
- Noticeable loss of performance as the tyre wears
- Road noise can be intrusive on some surfaces
Summarised by AI from 41 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 42 Premitra HP5 reviewsNoise levels is good, grip dry or wet more than I need. The big surprise is how comfortable they are for 40 series tyres. Too early to judge wear.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 86 sizes of the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and 53 of the Premitra HP5, 48 of them made in both.
| Category | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | Premitra HP5 |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 86 sizes, 14 to 19 inch | 53 sizes, 15 to 18 inch |
| Made in both | 48 sizes 195/50 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15205/60 R15225/60 R15185/55 R16195/45 R16195/50 R16195/55 R16195/60 R16205/45 R16and 36 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A100% | A98%B2% |
| EU label rolling resistance | D50%C47%B2%A1% | C67%D28%B3%A2% |
| EU label noise | 67-72 dB A74%B26% | 69-72 dB B98%A2% |
| On the market since | 2017 | - |
| Replaced | Falken ZIEX ZE914 EcoRun (2012) | Maxxis PRO R1 |
| Replaced by | Falken ZIEX ZE320 | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was the dearer tyre in 6 of the 8 tests that listed prices, by 9% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun, a well-rounded premium-touring summer tyre, against the sportier Maxxis Premitra HP5 from the UHP camp. Across 15 shared tests from 2018-2024, both have built strong reputations-Falken for wet safety and balance, Maxxis for brisk responses and value. Yet their strengths diverge in meaningful ways that affect daily driving, long-distance economy, and spirited runs.
Recent tests show a tight duel in dry braking and handling, but the pattern is clearer in the wet: Falken repeatedly stops shorter and offers more secure wet cornering, while Maxxis often counters with stronger straight-line aquaplaning and a sportier feel. Rolling resistance and wear swing between tests and sizes, shaping total cost of ownership differently for each buyer.
Conclusion
Synthesizing results, Falken is the safer bet in changeable climates: it wins the majority of wet braking categories (11-2) and brings consistently composed wet handling with low noise. Maxxis tends to feel more eager in subjective handling and frequently excels in straight-line aquaplaning, often pairing this with sharper dry responses and lower prices.
For most drivers prioritizing confidence in rain and balanced manners, choose Falken. If you value a sportier steering feel, strong aquaplaning resistance, and upfront savings, Maxxis makes sense-just note variability in wet braking and wear across sizes. The practical takeaway: wet-safety first? Falken. Driver-focused feel and price? Maxxis.
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun vs Premitra HP5: your questions
Is the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun or the Maxxis Premitra HP5 the better tyre?
In the 15 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun finished ahead 11 times and the Premitra HP5 4 times. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun scores 8.4 and the Premitra HP5 8.1 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun or the Premitra HP5?
The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun led 26 of the 39 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2.7% shorter in the wet across 13 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Premitra HP5 led 14 of the 24 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 0.8% shorter in the dry across 13 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun lasted 25.3% longer in the wear tests (4 tests); the Premitra HP5 had 3.2% lower rolling resistance (9 tests). Owners rate wear 7.7/10 for the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and 6.3/10 for the Premitra HP5.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 7.9/10 for the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun and 7.1/10 for the Premitra HP5.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 80% from 119 reviews and the Premitra HP5 72% from 42. 78% of ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun owners would buy it again, against 63% for the Premitra HP5.
Which is more expensive?
In the 8 tests that listed prices, the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was the dearer tyre in 6 of them, by 9% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is made in 86 sizes (14 to 19 inch) and the Premitra HP5 in 53 (15 to 18 inch). 48 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is graded A for wet grip and D for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Premitra HP5 A and C.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tyre Reviews Score rates each tyre out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tyres can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tyre Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tyres independently since 2007.
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