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2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test

Overall test winnerContinental SportContact 7

The 2025 ADAC summer tyre test has been published, and it follows this years trend of testing in the sporty 225/40 R18 tyre size!As always with ADAC they sadly don't give us all the data for the test, but they do give us some interesting…

Data analyzed and reviewed byJonathan Benson
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18
Tested size
225/40 R18
Disciplines
10

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18 Tyres tested

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

1st

Continental SportContact 7

+The Continental SportContact 7 is the best tyre in the wet, with the shortest stops on both wet asphalt and wet concrete and excellent wet handling. It is fourth for dry braking with exceptional feedback and control on dry roads, has the fourth-lowest abrasion and shares the third-lowest fuel consumption.

−Aquaplaning resistance in bends is only satisfactory, joint twelfth, and it is fourth from last for value per kilometre.

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2nd

Bridgestone Potenza Sport

+The Bridgestone Potenza Sport is second for braking on both wet surfaces and third in the dry, with exceptional feedback and precision on dry roads and easy wet handling. It also has the fourth-highest predicted mileage and the fifth-lowest abrasion.

−It is the loudest tyre in the test and has the highest fuel consumption, and its straight-line aquaplaning is only ninth.

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3rd

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

+The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 has the second-highest predicted mileage and the second-lowest abrasion in the test, is third for wet braking on both surfaces with excellent wet handling, and is fourth for straight-line aquaplaning.

−It is the third-loudest tyre in the test, and on dry roads it can be sensitive to rising temperatures, with only adequate feedback.

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4th

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

+The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 is the second-quietest tyre in the test, fourth for wet braking on both surfaces with very good wet handling, and has the third-highest predicted mileage. It is also joint fourth for aquaplaning in bends and joint sixth for dry braking.

−There is no real weakness: its lowest placings are sixth for straight-line aquaplaning and mid-field for fuel consumption and value per kilometre.

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5th

Vredestein Ultrac Pro

+The Vredestein Ultrac Pro is sixth for braking on wet concrete, gives good feedback and stable handling on dry roads, and is one of the quieter tyres.

−ADAC rates its aquaplaning resistance only adequate, its dry braking is eleventh and its predicted mileage is in the bottom six. It is also a heavier tyre, with fuel consumption in the bottom four.

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6th

Yokohama Advan Sport V107

+The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 shares the shortest dry braking distance in the test and is very good on dry roads, with clear feedback and stable handling. In the wet it is joint seventh on concrete with good handling.

−It has the second-lowest predicted mileage and the second-highest abrasion, is third from last for straight-line aquaplaning and is one of the louder tyres.

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7th

Firestone Firehawk Sport

+The Firestone Firehawk Sport shares the third-lowest fuel consumption in the test, and on dry roads it gives clear feedback and stable handling. Its braking on wet asphalt is joint seventh, with good wet handling.

−Aquaplaning resistance is only adequate, joint fifteenth in bends and thirteenth in a straight line, and it has the third-lowest predicted mileage.

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8th

Falken Azenis FK520

+The Falken Azenis FK520 has the third-lowest abrasion and the fifth-highest predicted mileage, is sixth for wet braking on asphalt and joint seventh on concrete, and is one of the quieter tyres.

−Aquaplaning in bends is joint fifteenth and its wet handling is only satisfactory, with some understeer. On dry roads it can be sensitive to rising temperatures.

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9th

Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2

+The Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 is the best tyre for aquaplaning in bends and third in a straight line, with good wet handling, and it is the lightest tyre in the test.

−Its abrasion is the third highest and its predicted mileage below average, and it is in the bottom six for dry braking and for wet braking on asphalt. On dry roads it can be sensitive to rising temperatures.

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10th

Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

+The Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 is the third-quietest tyre in the test and fifth for value per kilometre, with the eighth-highest predicted mileage and eighth-lowest abrasion, and it stays stable in dry manoeuvres.

−Wet handling and straight-line aquaplaning are only adequate, with some understeer, and its braking on wet concrete is in the bottom six.

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11th

Toyo Proxes Sport 2

+The Toyo Proxes Sport 2 is fifth for dry braking, ninth for braking on wet concrete and joint sixth for aquaplaning in bends, with good wet handling.

−It has the fourth-lowest predicted mileage and the fourth-highest abrasion, and on dry roads it can be sensitive to rising temperatures.

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12th

Ceat SportDrive

+The Ceat SportDrive is second for value per kilometre and the fourth-quietest tyre in the test, shares the third-lowest fuel consumption and has the sixth-highest predicted mileage.

−Wet grip is below average: it is third from last for braking on both wet surfaces and fourth from last for straight-line aquaplaning, and on dry roads its handling is only satisfactory, with limited stability at the limit.

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13th

Kumho Ecsta PS71

+The Kumho Ecsta PS71 is the best tyre for straight-line aquaplaning, shares the shortest dry braking distance and is fifth for wet braking on both surfaces, with excellent wet handling.

−On dry roads its handling is unstable, with inadequate feedback and sensitivity to temperature. It is the second-loudest tyre in the test and its predicted mileage is in the bottom five.

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14th

Nokian Powerproof 1

+The Nokian Powerproof 1 is third for aquaplaning in bends, sixth for value per kilometre and has the sixth-lowest abrasion, and it shares the third-lowest fuel consumption.

−On dry roads its feedback is inadequate and its handling unstable, with dry braking fourth from last, and its braking on wet concrete is fifth from last.

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15th

Giti GitiSportS2

+The Giti GitiSportS2 is second for aquaplaning both in a straight line and in bends, and it shares the third-lowest fuel consumption.

−It has the lowest predicted mileage and the highest abrasion in the test, is second from last for dry braking and for wet braking on both surfaces, and its wet handling lacks grip.

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16th

Norauto Prevensys 4

+The Norauto Prevensys 4 is fourth for value per kilometre, has the seventh-highest predicted mileage and is joint seventh for braking on wet asphalt.

−Dry roads are its weakness: it loses performance as temperatures rise, with poor feedback, slow steering response and oversteer, and its dry braking is third from last. Straight-line aquaplaning is fifth from last.

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17th

Syron Premium Performance

+The Syron Premium Performance has the second-lowest fuel consumption in the test and is third for value per kilometre.

−On dry roads it loses performance as temperatures rise, with poor feedback and oversteer. In the wet it is in the bottom four for braking on both surfaces and second from last for aquaplaning, both straight and in bends.

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18th

Double Coin DC 100

+The Double Coin DC 100 is the quietest tyre in the test, with the highest predicted mileage, the lowest abrasion and fuel consumption, and the best value per kilometre.

−It is dangerous in the wet: last by a wide margin for braking on both wet surfaces, last for aquaplaning both straight and in bends, and very low on grip. It also has the longest dry braking distance, and ADAC rates it deficient overall.

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2025 ADAC Summer Tyre Test · 225/40 R18

TyreContinental SportContact 7Bridgestone Potenza SportMichelin Pilot Sport 5Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6Vredestein Ultrac ProYokohama Advan Sport V107Firestone Firehawk SportFalken Azenis FK520Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2Nexen N Fera Sport SU2Toyo Proxes Sport 2Ceat SportDriveKumho Ecsta PS71Nokian Powerproof 1Giti GitiSportS2Norauto Prevensys 4Syron Premium PerformanceDouble Coin DC 100
Position1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th10th11th12th13th14th15th16th17th18th
Category scores (% of best)
Dry98.9%99.7%98%98%95.1%100%96.9%97.2%93.3%95.3%98.3%93.6%100%92.1%88.3%90.6%92.8%88.1%
Wet96.7%96.5%95.1%94.6%91%89.6%89.6%90.4%92.5%90%90.6%84.4%94%90.1%85.1%90%83.9%64.3%
Comfort98.3%96.3%97.3%99.9%99%97.5%98.3%99.2%97.7%99.7%98.2%99.4%96.6%98.2%98.8%98.2%98.2%100%
Value66.4%69.6%74.1%68.2%62.2%56.5%59.5%69.6%61.2%66.3%59.5%67.7%60%67.2%56.8%66.5%67.3%100%
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The evidence behind the verdict

The 2025 ADAC summer tyre test has been published, and it follows this years trend of testing in the sporty 225/40 R18 tyre size!

As always with ADAC they sadly don't give us all the data for the test, but they do give us some interesting insights, including wear, and they do a great job summarising each tyres performance overall.

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
80 → 0 km/h
Wet Braking - Concrete
80 → 0 km/h

So, what are the surprises from this years test? There's nothing significantly unusual, but as is usually the case with tyre testing, some of the result do not line up with expectations. 

Most notably was the wear test for the Bridgestone Potenza Sport. The Potenza Sport is traditionally one of the higher wearing tyres, but in this test it had the fourth best mileage overall which is a dramatic improvement from its usual result! 

Also on the subject of wear, the Doublecoin budget tyre put in an incredible result, 25% ahead of the next best (Michelin) however the testers could still not recommend the tyre, mostly due to the incredibly bad wet grip. In fact, braking down from 130 km/h in the wet, where you'd be stopped on the Continental you'd still be doing 79.1 km/h on the Double Coin. That's a big accident.

It would be nice to have insight to the rest of the data, but below is what we have. Be sure to check out the summary of the tyres performance at the bottom of the page, or on the full article over on the ADAC website.

Wet

Wet braking was as you'd expect on both asphalt and concrete. Continental, Bridgestone, Michelin and Goodyear took the top four places in both tests, with the Doublecoin performing horribly. From now on, we will be ignoring the Double Coin in the results summary.

Wet Braking

Wet braking in meters (80 - 0 km/h)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Continental SportContact 7
 28.4 m Best 0 km/h
2Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 28.8 m +0.40 m 15 km/h
3Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 29.2 m +0.80 m 22 km/h
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 29.5 m +1.10 m 25 km/h
5Kumho Ecsta PS71
 30.2 m +1.80 m 32 km/h
6Falken Azenis FK520
 30.5 m +2.10 m 34 km/h
7Firestone Firehawk Sport
 30.9 m +2.50 m 37 km/h
7Norauto Prevensys 4
 30.9 m +2.50 m 37 km/h
9Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 31 m +2.60 m 38 km/h
9Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 31 m +2.60 m 38 km/h
9Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 31 m +2.60 m 38 km/h
12Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 31.2 m +2.80 m 39 km/h
13Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 31.5 m +3.10 m 41 km/h
13Nokian Powerproof 1
 31.5 m +3.10 m 41 km/h
15Syron Premium Performance
 32.3 m +3.90 m 45 km/h
16Ceat SportDrive
 33.3 m +4.90 m 50 km/h
17Giti GitiSportS2
 34.6 m +6.20 m 55 km/h
18Double Coin DC 100
 45.1 m +16.70 m 79 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 58.8% (16.7 m ≈ 3.7 Car Lengths). From 130 km/h, the Double Coin DC 100 would still be travelling at 79 km/h when the Continental SportContact 7 had stopped.

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

Wet Braking - Concrete

Wet braking on Concrete in meters (80 - 0 km/h)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Continental SportContact 7
 34.2 m Best 0 km/h
2Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 34.6 m +0.40 m 14 km/h
3Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 35.3 m +1.10 m 23 km/h
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 35.8 m +1.60 m 27 km/h
5Kumho Ecsta PS71
 36 m +1.80 m 29 km/h
6Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 37.5 m +3.30 m 39 km/h
7Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 37.7 m +3.50 m 40 km/h
7Falken Azenis FK520
 37.7 m +3.50 m 40 km/h
9Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 37.8 m +3.60 m 40 km/h
10Firestone Firehawk Sport
 38 m +3.80 m 41 km/h
11Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 38.1 m +3.90 m 42 km/h
12Norauto Prevensys 4
 38.4 m +4.20 m 43 km/h
13Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 38.5 m +4.30 m 43 km/h
14Nokian Powerproof 1
 39 m +4.80 m 46 km/h
15Syron Premium Performance
 40.9 m +6.70 m 53 km/h
16Ceat SportDrive
 42 m +7.80 m 56 km/h
17Giti GitiSportS2
 44.4 m +10.20 m 62 km/h
18Double Coin DC 100
 55.2 m +21.00 m 80 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 61.4% (21 m ≈ 4.7 Car Lengths). From 130 km/h, the Double Coin DC 100 would still be travelling at 80 km/h when the Continental SportContact 7 had stopped.

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

In the deeper water of the aquaplaning tests the Dunlop and Giti performing consistently across the straight and curved tests.

Straight Aqua

Float Speed in Km/H

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Kumho Ecsta PS71
 83.7 km/h Best
2Giti GitiSportS2
 82.6 km/h -1.10 km/h
3Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 81.2 km/h -2.50 km/h
4Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 79.9 km/h -3.80 km/h
5Continental SportContact 7
 79.6 km/h -4.10 km/h
6Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 79.4 km/h -4.30 km/h
7Nokian Powerproof 1
 79.1 km/h -4.60 km/h
7Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 79.1 km/h -4.60 km/h
9Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 78.9 km/h -4.80 km/h
10Falken Azenis FK520
 78.7 km/h -5.00 km/h
11Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 78.3 km/h -5.40 km/h
12Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 78 km/h -5.70 km/h
13Firestone Firehawk Sport
 77.5 km/h -6.20 km/h
14Norauto Prevensys 4
 77.1 km/h -6.60 km/h
15Ceat SportDrive
 76 km/h -7.70 km/h
16Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 75.9 km/h -7.80 km/h
17Syron Premium Performance
 73.2 km/h -10.50 km/h
18Double Coin DC 100
 69.3 km/h -14.40 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 17.2% (14.4 Km/H).

Curved Aquaplaning

Remaining lateral acceleration

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 3.5 m/sec2 Best
2Giti GitiSportS2
 3.4 m/sec2 -0.10 m/sec2
3Nokian Powerproof 1
 3.2 m/sec2 -0.30 m/sec2
4Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 3.1 m/sec2 -0.40 m/sec2
4Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 3.1 m/sec2 -0.40 m/sec2
6Kumho Ecsta PS71
 3 m/sec2 -0.50 m/sec2
6Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 3 m/sec2 -0.50 m/sec2
6Norauto Prevensys 4
 3 m/sec2 -0.50 m/sec2
6Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 3 m/sec2 -0.50 m/sec2
6Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 3 m/sec2 -0.50 m/sec2
6Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 3 m/sec2 -0.50 m/sec2
12Continental SportContact 7
 2.9 m/sec2 -0.60 m/sec2
12Ceat SportDrive
 2.9 m/sec2 -0.60 m/sec2
12Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 2.9 m/sec2 -0.60 m/sec2
15Falken Azenis FK520
 2.8 m/sec2 -0.70 m/sec2
15Firestone Firehawk Sport
 2.8 m/sec2 -0.70 m/sec2
17Syron Premium Performance
 2.5 m/sec2 -1.00 m/sec2
18Double Coin DC 100
 1.9 m/sec2 -1.60 m/sec2

The difference between best and worst was 45.7% (1.6 m/sec2).

Dry

The Yokohama Advan V107 narrowly beat the Bridgestone Potenza Sport for the best in dry braking, with an unusually large spread for dry.

Dry Braking

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

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Kumho Ecsta PS71
 34.8 m Best 0 km/h
1Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 34.8 m Best 0 km/h
3Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 34.9 m +0.10 m 7 km/h
4Continental SportContact 7
 35.2 m +0.40 m 14 km/h
5Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 35.4 m +0.60 m 17 km/h
6Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 35.5 m +0.70 m 18 km/h
6Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 35.5 m +0.70 m 18 km/h
8Falken Azenis FK520
 35.8 m +1.00 m 22 km/h
9Firestone Firehawk Sport
 35.9 m +1.10 m 23 km/h
10Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 36.5 m +1.70 m 28 km/h
11Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 36.6 m +1.80 m 29 km/h
12Ceat SportDrive
 37.2 m +2.40 m 33 km/h
13Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 37.3 m +2.50 m 34 km/h
14Syron Premium Performance
 37.5 m +2.70 m 35 km/h
15Nokian Powerproof 1
 37.8 m +3.00 m 37 km/h
16Norauto Prevensys 4
 38.4 m +3.60 m 40 km/h
17Giti GitiSportS2
 39.4 m +4.60 m 44 km/h
18Double Coin DC 100
 39.5 m +4.70 m 45 km/h

The difference between best and worst was 13.5% (4.7 m ≈ 1 Car Lengths). From 130 km/h, the Double Coin DC 100 would still be travelling at 45 km/h when the Kumho Ecsta PS71 had stopped.

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

Comfort

The external noise test had the Goodyear the best of the tyres that you'd consider buying, with the Michelin and Bridgestone noisier during the pass by noise test.

Noise

External noise in dB

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Double Coin DC 100
 71.1 dB Best
2Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 71.2 dB +0.10 dB
3Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 71.3 dB +0.20 dB
4Ceat SportDrive
 71.5 dB +0.40 dB
5Falken Azenis FK520
 71.7 dB +0.60 dB
6Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 71.8 dB +0.70 dB
7Giti GitiSportS2
 72 dB +0.90 dB
8Continental SportContact 7
 72.3 dB +1.20 dB
8Firestone Firehawk Sport
 72.3 dB +1.20 dB
10Syron Premium Performance
 72.4 dB +1.30 dB
10Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 72.4 dB +1.30 dB
10Norauto Prevensys 4
 72.4 dB +1.30 dB
10Nokian Powerproof 1
 72.4 dB +1.30 dB
14Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 72.8 dB +1.70 dB
15Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 72.9 dB +1.80 dB
16Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 73.1 dB +2.00 dB
17Kumho Ecsta PS71
 73.6 dB +2.50 dB
18Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 73.8 dB +2.70 dB

The difference between best and worst was 3.8% (2.7 dB).

Value

The Michelin, Goodyear and Bridgestone performed well in the wear test, the test winning Continental finished midpack.

Wear

Predicted tread life in KM

Higher is better ↑
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Double Coin DC 100
 74,400 KM Best
2Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 56,400 KM -18,000 KM
3Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 50,800 KM -23,600 KM
4Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 50,500 KM -23,900 KM
5Falken Azenis FK520
 46,700 KM -27,700 KM
6Ceat SportDrive
 45,100 KM -29,300 KM
7Norauto Prevensys 4
 44,700 KM -29,700 KM
8Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 43,700 KM -30,700 KM
9Continental SportContact 7
 43,400 KM -31,000 KM
10Nokian Powerproof 1
 42,500 KM -31,900 KM
11Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 41,700 KM -32,700 KM
12Syron Premium Performance
 41,500 KM -32,900 KM
13Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 40,100 KM -34,300 KM
14Kumho Ecsta PS71
 37,300 KM -37,100 KM
15Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 36,600 KM -37,800 KM
16Firestone Firehawk Sport
 34,500 KM -39,900 KM
17Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 34,300 KM -40,100 KM
18Giti GitiSportS2
 33,600 KM -40,800 KM

The difference between best and worst was 54.8% (40,800 KM).

Naturally the low wearing, cheap to buy Double Coin was the best value tyre, but the best value of the usable tyres was the Falken and Bridgestone.

Value

Euros/1000km based on cost/wear

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Double Coin DC 100
 1.02 Price/1000 Best
2Ceat SportDrive
 2 Price/1000 +0.98 Price/1000
3Syron Premium Performance
 2.02 Price/1000 +1.00 Price/1000
4Norauto Prevensys 4
 2.1 Price/1000 +1.08 Price/1000
5Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 2.26 Price/1000 +1.24 Price/1000
6Nokian Powerproof 1
 2.35 Price/1000 +1.33 Price/1000
7Falken Azenis FK520
 2.36 Price/1000 +1.34 Price/1000
8Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 2.4 Price/1000 +1.38 Price/1000
9Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 2.52 Price/1000 +1.50 Price/1000
10Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 2.59 Price/1000 +1.57 Price/1000
11Kumho Ecsta PS71
 2.76 Price/1000 +1.74 Price/1000
12Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 2.89 Price/1000 +1.87 Price/1000
13Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 2.92 Price/1000 +1.90 Price/1000
14Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 3.03 Price/1000 +2.01 Price/1000
15Continental SportContact 7
 3.06 Price/1000 +2.04 Price/1000
16Firestone Firehawk Sport
 3.19 Price/1000 +2.17 Price/1000
17Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 3.3 Price/1000 +2.28 Price/1000
18Giti GitiSportS2
 3.39 Price/1000 +2.37 Price/1000

The difference between best and worst was 232.4% (2.37 Price/1000).

The Bridgestone used about 10% more fuel in the on-road fuel consumption test.

Fuel Consumption

Fuel consumption in Litres per 100 km

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to bestExtra fuel / year
1Double Coin DC 100
 5.3 l/100km Best £0
2Syron Premium Performance
 5.4 l/100km +0.10 l/100km £28
3Nokian Powerproof 1
 5.5 l/100km +0.20 l/100km £55
3Ceat SportDrive
 5.5 l/100km +0.20 l/100km £55
3Giti GitiSportS2
 5.5 l/100km +0.20 l/100km £55
3Continental SportContact 7
 5.5 l/100km +0.20 l/100km £55
3Firestone Firehawk Sport
 5.5 l/100km +0.20 l/100km £55
8Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
8Norauto Prevensys 4
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
8Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
8Falken Azenis FK520
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
8Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
8Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
8Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 5.6 l/100km +0.30 l/100km £83
15Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 5.7 l/100km +0.40 l/100km £110
15Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 5.7 l/100km +0.40 l/100km £110
15Kumho Ecsta PS71
 5.7 l/100km +0.40 l/100km £110
18Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 5.8 l/100km +0.50 l/100km £138

The difference between best and worst was 9.4% (0.5 l/100km). Over 19,000 km a year at £1.45/L, the Bridgestone Potenza Sport uses about 95 L (£138) more fuel than the Double Coin DC 100.

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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.

The Michelin had the best wearing compound when you calculate how much compound was worn away during the wear test.

Abrasion

Weight of Tyre Wear Particles Lost (mg/km/t)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TyreResultGap to best
1Double Coin DC 100
 43.9 mg/km/t Best
2Michelin Pilot Sport 5
 56.1 mg/km/t +12.20 mg/km/t
3Falken Azenis FK520
 61.9 mg/km/t +18.00 mg/km/t
4Continental SportContact 7
 63.4 mg/km/t +19.50 mg/km/t
5Bridgestone Potenza Sport
 63.8 mg/km/t +19.90 mg/km/t
6Nokian Powerproof 1
 67.7 mg/km/t +23.80 mg/km/t
7Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
 74.2 mg/km/t +30.30 mg/km/t
8Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
 74.7 mg/km/t +30.80 mg/km/t
9Vredestein Ultrac Pro
 75.5 mg/km/t +31.60 mg/km/t
10Syron Premium Performance
 76.3 mg/km/t +32.40 mg/km/t
11Ceat SportDrive
 80.5 mg/km/t +36.60 mg/km/t
11Norauto Prevensys 4
 80.5 mg/km/t +36.60 mg/km/t
13Firestone Firehawk Sport
 81.1 mg/km/t +37.20 mg/km/t
14Kumho Ecsta PS71
 85.7 mg/km/t +41.80 mg/km/t
15Toyo Proxes Sport 2
 85.9 mg/km/t +42.00 mg/km/t
16Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
 91 mg/km/t +47.10 mg/km/t
17Yokohama Advan Sport V107
 95 mg/km/t +51.10 mg/km/t
18Giti GitiSportS2
 97.7 mg/km/t +53.80 mg/km/t

The difference between best and worst was 122.6% (53.8 mg/km/t).

Results

1st

Continental SportContact 7

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Continental SportContact 7
The Continental SportContact 7 tyre receives the highest overall rating in the test, excelling in both safety and environmental performance. It sets the benchmark for driving safety, offering exceptional feedback and control on dry roads, with very short braking distances. It also delivers top performance on wet roads, boasting the shortest wet braking distances and excellent handling, though its aquaplaning resistance in curves is only satisfactory. Furthermore, the tyre scores well in environmental impact, demonstrating good projected lifespan, low wear, and high efficiency.
Dry98.9%
Wet96.7%
Comfort98.3%
Value66.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1835.2 m+0.40 m
Wet BrakingLower is better1st / 1828.4 mBest in this discipline
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better1st / 1834.2 mBest in this discipline
Straight AquaHigher is better5th / 1879.6 km/h-4.10 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better12th / 182.9 m/sec2-0.60 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better8th / 1872.3 dB+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better9th / 1843400 KM-31,000.00 KM
ValueLower is better15th / 183.06 Price/1000+2.04 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better3rd / 185.5 l/100km+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better4th / 1863.4 mg/km/t+19.50 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/A/72
Weight
9.6 kgs
Price
133.00
2nd

Bridgestone Potenza Sport

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport earns a "good" overall rating, setting the standard for driving safety with a "very good" score. While it falls slightly short of a "good" rating in environmental performance due to above-average weight and fuel consumption, it excels in driving safety. It delivers exceptional feedback and precision on dry roads with high grip and short braking distances, earning a "very good" rating. It also shines on wet surfaces, achieving top marks for short braking distances and easy handling, making it one of the best tyres tested in wet conditions. However, its environmental impact is hindered by average efficiency, despite good scores for projected mileage and abrasion.
Dry99.7%
Wet96.5%
Comfort96.3%
Value69.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 better3rd / 1834.9 m+0.10 m
Wet BrakingLower is better2nd / 1828.8 m+0.40 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better2nd / 1834.6 m+0.40 m
Straight AquaHigher is better9th / 1878.9 km/h-4.80 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better4th / 183.1 m/sec2-0.40 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better18th / 1873.8 dB+2.70 dB
WearHigher is better4th / 1850500 KM-23,900.00 KM
ValueLower is better8th / 182.4 Price/1000+1.38 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better18th / 185.8 l/100km+0.50 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better5th / 1863.8 mg/km/t+19.90 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/72
Weight
9.9 kgs
Price
121.00
3rd

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
The Michelin Pilot Sport 5 achieves a "good" overall rating, earning "good" scores for both driving safety and environmental performance. On dry roads, while providing adequate feedback, it can be somewhat sensitive to temperature increases. However, it maintains stability during emergency maneuvers and achieves "very good" braking performance. Similar to other tyres tested, the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 also achieves top marks in wet conditions, demonstrating excellent braking and handling, making it one of the best tyres in wet conditions. Its environmental impact is positive, thanks to its excellent projected mileage, low abrasion, and efficient performance.
Dry98%
Wet95.1%
Comfort97.3%
Value74.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1835.5 m+0.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better3rd / 1829.2 m+0.80 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better3rd / 1835.3 m+1.10 m
Straight AquaHigher is better4th / 1879.9 km/h-3.80 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 183 m/sec2-0.50 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better16th / 1873.1 dB+2.00 dB
WearHigher is better2nd / 1856400 KM-18,000.00 KM
ValueLower is better10th / 182.59 Price/1000+1.57 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better2nd / 1856.1 mg/km/t+12.20 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/A/72
Weight
9.5 kgs
Price
146.00
4th

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 earns a "good" overall rating, achieving "good" scores for both driving safety and environmental performance. It provides good feedback on dry roads with stable handling during maneuvers and excellent braking. It excels in wet conditions, achieving top marks with other tyres, exhibiting very good braking and handling performance, making it among the best in the test on wet surfaces. Its environmental impact is positive, with good projected mileage, low abrasion, and efficient fuel consumption, supported by its low weight.
Dry98%
Wet94.6%
Comfort99.9%
Value68.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1835.5 m+0.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better4th / 1829.5 m+1.10 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better4th / 1835.8 m+1.60 m
Straight AquaHigher is better6th / 1879.4 km/h-4.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better4th / 183.1 m/sec2-0.40 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better2nd / 1871.2 dB+0.10 dB
WearHigher is better3rd / 1850800 KM-23,600.00 KM
ValueLower is better9th / 182.52 Price/1000+1.50 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better7th / 1874.2 mg/km/t+30.30 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/A/70
Weight
9.2 kgs
Price
128.00
5th

Vredestein Ultrac Pro

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
The Vredestein Ultrac Pro achieves a "good" overall rating, with a "good" score in driving safety, although it doesn't replicate this in environmental performance. It offers good feedback and stable handling on dry roads, with excellent braking. It performs well in wet conditions, achieving "good" ratings for braking and handling, ensuring safe and precise control. However, its aquaplaning resistance is just adequate. Its environmental performance falls short of "good" due to only satisfactory projected mileage and higher weight, though it achieves a "good" score for abrasion and just manages a "good" rating for fuel consumption.
Dry95.1%
Wet91%
Comfort99%
Value62.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 better11th / 1836.6 m+1.80 m
Wet BrakingLower is better9th / 1831 m+2.60 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better6th / 1837.5 m+3.30 m
Straight AquaHigher is better7th / 1879.1 km/h-4.60 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 183 m/sec2-0.50 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better6th / 1871.8 dB+0.70 dB
WearHigher is better13th / 1840100 KM-34,300.00 KM
ValueLower is better12th / 182.89 Price/1000+1.87 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better15th / 185.7 l/100km+0.40 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better9th / 1875.5 mg/km/t+31.60 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/72
Weight
10 kgs
Price
116.00
6th

Yokohama Advan Sport V107

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Yokohama Advan Sport V107
The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 earns a "good" overall rating, achieving a "good" score for driving safety due to its "very good" performance on dry roads and "good" performance on wet roads. It provides clear feedback, stable handling, and excellent braking on dry surfaces. It performs well in wet conditions, with good braking and handling, but its aquaplaning resistance is only adequate. However, its environmental performance is only satisfactory due to low projected mileage, average abrasion and high weight.
Dry100%
Wet89.6%
Comfort97.5%
Value56.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1834.8 mBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better12th / 1831.2 m+2.80 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better7th / 1837.7 m+3.50 m
Straight AquaHigher is better16th / 1875.9 km/h-7.80 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better12th / 182.9 m/sec2-0.60 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better15th / 1872.9 dB+1.80 dB
WearHigher is better17th / 1834300 KM-40,100.00 KM
ValueLower is better17th / 183.3 Price/1000+2.28 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better15th / 185.7 l/100km+0.40 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better17th / 1895 mg/km/t+51.10 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/71
Weight
10 kgs
Price
113.00
7th

Firestone Firehawk Sport

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Firestone Firehawk Sport
The Firestone Firehawk Sport achieves a "good" overall rating, with a "good" score for driving safety. It falls short of a "good" rating in environmental performance. It provides clear feedback, stable handling, and excellent braking on dry surfaces. It performs well in wet conditions, with good braking and handling. However, its aquaplaning resistance is only adequate. Its environmental performance is only satisfactory due to limited projected mileage and only average abrasion, despite achieving good ratings for efficiency.
Dry96.9%
Wet89.6%
Comfort98.3%
Value59.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1835.9 m+1.10 m
Wet BrakingLower is better7th / 1830.9 m+2.50 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better10th / 1838 m+3.80 m
Straight AquaHigher is better13th / 1877.5 km/h-6.20 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better15th / 182.8 m/sec2-0.70 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better8th / 1872.3 dB+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better16th / 1834500 KM-39,900.00 KM
ValueLower is better16th / 183.19 Price/1000+2.17 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better3rd / 185.5 l/100km+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better13th / 1881.1 mg/km/t+37.20 mg/km/t
EU Label
B/A/70
Weight
9.3 kgs
Price
110.00
8th

Falken Azenis FK520

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Falken Azenis FK520
The Falken Azenis FK520 achieves a "good" overall rating, earning "good" scores for both driving safety and environmental performance. While providing adequate feedback on dry roads, it can be sensitive to temperature increases, making precise steering slightly challenging. However, it maintains stability during maneuvers and achieves excellent braking. On wet roads, it earns an adequate "good" rating with good braking and aquaplaning resistance, although its handling and aquaplaning on curves are only satisfactory, exhibiting some understeer. Its environmental performance is "good," with good projected mileage and abrasion, and efficient fuel consumption, although its weight and sustainability are only average.
Dry97.2%
Wet90.4%
Comfort99.2%
Value69.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 better8th / 1835.8 m+1.00 m
Wet BrakingLower is better6th / 1830.5 m+2.10 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better7th / 1837.7 m+3.50 m
Straight AquaHigher is better10th / 1878.7 km/h-5.00 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better15th / 182.8 m/sec2-0.70 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better5th / 1871.7 dB+0.60 dB
WearHigher is better5th / 1846700 KM-27,700.00 KM
ValueLower is better7th / 182.36 Price/1000+1.34 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better3rd / 1861.9 mg/km/t+18.00 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/A/70
Weight
9.8 kgs
Price
110.00
9th

Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
The Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2 achieves a "good" overall rating, with a "good" score for driving safety. However, its environmental performance is only satisfactory. While providing adequate feedback on dry roads, it can be sensitive to temperature increases. However, it maintains stability during maneuvers, and its braking is considered good. On wet roads, it performs well in all areas, offering good braking and handling. Its aquaplaning resistance is also above average. However, its environmental performance is limited by below-average projected mileage and abrasion, although it excels in efficiency and is the lightest tyre in the test.
Dry93.3%
Wet92.5%
Comfort97.7%
Value61.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 better13th / 1837.3 m+2.50 m
Wet BrakingLower is better13th / 1831.5 m+3.10 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better11th / 1838.1 m+3.90 m
Straight AquaHigher is better3rd / 1881.2 km/h-2.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better1st / 183.5 m/sec2Best in this discipline
NoiseLower is better14th / 1872.8 dB+1.70 dB
WearHigher is better11th / 1841700 KM-32,700.00 KM
ValueLower is better13th / 182.92 Price/1000+1.90 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better16th / 1891 mg/km/t+47.10 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/A/71
Weight
9.1 kgs
Price
122.00
10th

Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
The Nexen N Fera Sport achieves a "good" overall rating, earning "good" scores for both driving safety and environmental performance. While providing adequate feedback on dry roads, it can be sensitive to temperature increases, making precise steering slightly challenging. However, it maintains stability during maneuvers and achieves excellent braking. On wet roads, it receives a "good" rating, with good braking, but it only achieves adequate aquaplaning resistance and handling, exhibiting some understeer. Its environmental performance is "good," with good projected mileage, abrasion, efficiency, low weight and fuel consumption.
Dry95.3%
Wet90%
Comfort99.7%
Value66.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 better10th / 1836.5 m+1.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better9th / 1831 m+2.60 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better13th / 1838.5 m+4.30 m
Straight AquaHigher is better11th / 1878.3 km/h-5.40 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 183 m/sec2-0.50 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better3rd / 1871.3 dB+0.20 dB
WearHigher is better8th / 1843700 KM-30,700.00 KM
ValueLower is better5th / 182.26 Price/1000+1.24 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better8th / 1874.7 mg/km/t+30.80 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/71
Weight
9.6 kgs
Price
99.00
11th

Toyo Proxes Sport 2

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
The Toyo Proxes Sport 2 achieves a "good" overall rating, earning a "good" score for driving safety. However, its environmental performance is only satisfactory due to limited projected mileage. While providing adequate feedback on dry roads, it can be sensitive to temperature increases, making precise steering slightly challenging. However, it maintains stability during maneuvers and achieves excellent braking. On wet roads, it performs well with good braking and handling, but it narrowly misses a good rating for aquaplaning resistance. Its environmental performance is limited by only satisfactory projected mileage, abrasion, and weight, although it achieves a good rating for fuel consumption.
Dry98.3%
Wet90.6%
Comfort98.2%
Value59.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1835.4 m+0.60 m
Wet BrakingLower is better9th / 1831 m+2.60 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better9th / 1837.8 m+3.60 m
Straight AquaHigher is better12th / 1878 km/h-5.70 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 183 m/sec2-0.50 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better10th / 1872.4 dB+1.30 dB
WearHigher is better15th / 1836600 KM-37,800.00 KM
ValueLower is better14th / 183.03 Price/1000+2.01 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better15th / 1885.9 mg/km/t+42.00 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/71
Weight
10 kgs
Price
109.00
12th

Ceat SportDrive

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Ceat SportDrive
The Ceat SportDrive achieves a "satisfactory" overall rating. Its driving safety performance is "satisfactory," with a "good" rating on dry roads but falling short of "good" on wet roads. While providing adequate braking on dry surfaces, its feedback and handling are only satisfactory, exhibiting sensitivity to temperature increases and limited stability at the limit. On wet roads, it performs below average in braking and aquaplaning, with mediocre grip and handling. Its environmental performance is nearly "good," with good projected mileage, low abrasion, low weight and low fuel consumption.
Dry93.6%
Wet84.4%
Comfort99.4%
Value67.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1837.2 m+2.40 m
Wet BrakingLower is better16th / 1833.3 m+4.90 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better16th / 1842 m+7.80 m
Straight AquaHigher is better15th / 1876 km/h-7.70 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better12th / 182.9 m/sec2-0.60 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better4th / 1871.5 dB+0.40 dB
WearHigher is better6th / 1845100 KM-29,300.00 KM
ValueLower is better2nd / 182 Price/1000+0.98 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better3rd / 185.5 l/100km+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better11th / 1880.5 mg/km/t+36.60 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/71
Weight
9.7 kgs
Price
90.00
13th

Kumho Ecsta PS71

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Kumho Ecsta PS71
The Kumho Ecsta PS71 achieves a "satisfactory" overall rating due to its "satisfactory" performance in driving safety, hindered by its performance on dry roads. It performs well on wet roads. Its environmental performance is also "satisfactory," contributing to the overall rating. On dry roads, it offers inadequate feedback, lacks precision, and is sensitive to temperature, resulting in unstable handling. However, it achieves excellent braking. On wet roads, it performs well, with near-excellent braking and excellent handling. Its aquaplaning resistance is good, but it narrowly misses a "good" rating for lateral aquaplaning. Its environmental performance is limited by a low projected mileage and average abrasion and efficiency.
Dry100%
Wet94%
Comfort96.6%
Value60%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1834.8 mBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better5th / 1830.2 m+1.80 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better5th / 1836 m+1.80 m
Straight AquaHigher is better1st / 1883.7 km/hBest in this discipline
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 183 m/sec2-0.50 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better17th / 1873.6 dB+2.50 dB
WearHigher is better14th / 1837300 KM-37,100.00 KM
ValueLower is better11th / 182.76 Price/1000+1.74 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better15th / 185.7 l/100km+0.40 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better14th / 1885.7 mg/km/t+41.80 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/72
Weight
9.8 kgs
Price
103.00
14th

Nokian Powerproof 1

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Nokian Powerproof 1
The Nokian Tyres Powerproof 1 achieves a "satisfactory" overall rating, limited by its "satisfactory" performance in driving safety, despite a "good" environmental performance score. On dry roads, it provides inadequate feedback, lacks precision, and is sensitive to temperature, leading to unstable handling. However, it achieves good braking. On wet roads, it performs well across all criteria, earning "good" ratings for braking, aquaplaning resistance, and handling. Its environmental performance is "good," with good projected mileage, abrasion, and efficiency.
Dry92.1%
Wet90.1%
Comfort98.2%
Value67.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1837.8 m+3.00 m
Wet BrakingLower is better13th / 1831.5 m+3.10 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better14th / 1839 m+4.80 m
Straight AquaHigher is better7th / 1879.1 km/h-4.60 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better3rd / 183.2 m/sec2-0.30 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better10th / 1872.4 dB+1.30 dB
WearHigher is better10th / 1842500 KM-31,900.00 KM
ValueLower is better6th / 182.35 Price/1000+1.33 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better3rd / 185.5 l/100km+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better6th / 1867.7 mg/km/t+23.80 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/A/69
Weight
9.4 kgs
Price
100.00
15th

Giti GitiSportS2

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Giti GitiSportS2
The Giti GitiSport S2 achieves a "satisfactory" overall rating due to its "satisfactory" performance in both driving safety and environmental performance. On dry roads, it offers adequate feedback but lacks precision, is sensitive to temperature, and exhibits unstable handling. Its braking is good. On wet roads, its braking is only satisfactory, below average compared to the test field. Its handling is nearly satisfactory, with low grip leading to understeer or oversteer and imprecise control. However, it performs well in aquaplaning. Its environmental performance is limited by below-average projected mileage and abrasion. It achieves a good score for fuel efficiency due to low fuel consumption, but the high weight results in an only satisfactory rating.
Dry88.3%
Wet85.1%
Comfort98.8%
Value56.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1839.4 m+4.60 m
Wet BrakingLower is better17th / 1834.6 m+6.20 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better17th / 1844.4 m+10.20 m
Straight AquaHigher is better2nd / 1882.6 km/h-1.10 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better2nd / 183.4 m/sec2-0.10 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better7th / 1872 dB+0.90 dB
WearHigher is better18th / 1833600 KM-40,800.00 KM
ValueLower is better18th / 183.39 Price/1000+2.37 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better3rd / 185.5 l/100km+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better18th / 1897.7 mg/km/t+53.80 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/70
Weight
9.8 kgs
Price
114.00
16th

Norauto Prevensys 4

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Norauto Prevensys 4
The Norauto Prevensys 4 achieves an "adequate" overall rating, primarily due to its weak performance in driving safety, particularly on dry roads. Despite a "good" rating on wet roads and a "good" score for environmental performance, its dry road shortcomings limit the overall result. On dry roads, it exhibits significant weaknesses, losing performance with increasing temperature, providing poor feedback, and responding slowly to steering inputs, leading to unstable handling and oversteer. Its braking distance is good. On wet roads, it achieves a "good" overall rating with slightly above-average braking and slightly below-average handling, allowing for safe and mostly precise control. It narrowly misses "good" ratings for aquaplaning resistance. Its environmental performance is "good," with good projected mileage, abrasion, and efficiency.
Dry90.6%
Wet90%
Comfort98.2%
Value66.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1838.4 m+3.60 m
Wet BrakingLower is better7th / 1830.9 m+2.50 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better12th / 1838.4 m+4.20 m
Straight AquaHigher is better14th / 1877.1 km/h-6.60 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 183 m/sec2-0.50 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better10th / 1872.4 dB+1.30 dB
WearHigher is better7th / 1844700 KM-29,700.00 KM
ValueLower is better4th / 182.1 Price/1000+1.08 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better8th / 185.6 l/100km+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better11th / 1880.5 mg/km/t+36.60 mg/km/t
EU Label
D/A/70
Weight
9.6 kgs
Price
94.00
17th

Syron Premium Performance

225/40 R18 92Y XL
Syron Premium Performance
The Syron tyres Premium Performance achieves an "adequate" overall rating, primarily due to its weak performance in driving safety, especially on dry roads. It nearly achieved a "good" rating for environmental performance, but its overall performance is limited to "adequate." On dry roads, it exhibits significant weaknesses, losing performance with increasing temperature, providing poor feedback, and responding slowly to steering inputs, leading to unstable handling and oversteer. Its braking distance is good. On wet roads, it achieves a "satisfactory" overall rating, narrowly missing a "good" rating for braking. Its aquaplaning resistance is only satisfactory. Its handling performance is "adequate," struggling to combine longitudinal and lateral forces effectively, leading to understeer and oversteer. It nearly achieved a "good" rating for environmental performance, but also for projected mileage. Its abrasion is rated "good." It achieves a "very good" rating for fuel consumption and performs well in weight.
Dry92.8%
Wet83.9%
Comfort98.2%
Value67.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1837.5 m+2.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better15th / 1832.3 m+3.90 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better15th / 1840.9 m+6.70 m
Straight AquaHigher is better17th / 1873.2 km/h-10.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better17th / 182.5 m/sec2-1.00 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better10th / 1872.4 dB+1.30 dB
WearHigher is better12th / 1841500 KM-32,900.00 KM
ValueLower is better3rd / 182.02 Price/1000+1.00 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better2nd / 185.4 l/100km+0.10 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better10th / 1876.3 mg/km/t+32.40 mg/km/t
EU Label
C/B/72
Weight
9.6 kgs
Price
84.00
18th

Double Coin DC 100

225/40 R18 92W XL
Double Coin DC 100
The Doublecoin DC100 receives a "deficient" overall rating due to its dangerously poor driving safety performance. While it achieves the best environmental performance score in the test, this cannot compensate for its hazardous handling. On dry roads, it exhibits significant weaknesses, losing performance with increasing temperature, providing poor feedback, and responding slowly to steering inputs, leading to unstable handling and oversteer. Its braking distance is rated as "good." On wet roads, the Doublecoin DC100 fails completely. Its braking performance is so poor that it receives a "deficient" rating. For instance, it requires approximately 45 meters to stop from 80 km/h on wet asphalt compared to about 28 meters for the best tyre, a difference of 17 meters. Handling is also "deficient" due to very low grip, early understeer/oversteer, and very long braking distances, resulting in highly imprecise steering. Aquaplaning resistance is rated as "adequate." Despite its poor performance in driving safety, the Doublecoin DC100 achieves the best environmental performance score in the test, mainly due to its very high projected mileage and very low abrasion. It also achieves the top score for efficiency, primarily due to its low fuel consumption. Its sustainability is rated as "adequate.".
Dry88.1%
Wet64.3%
Comfort100%
Value100%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (10)

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 / 1839.5 m+4.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better18th / 1845.1 m+16.70 m
Wet Braking - ConcreteLower is better18th / 1855.2 m+21.00 m
Straight AquaHigher is better18th / 1869.3 km/h-14.40 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better18th / 181.9 m/sec2-1.60 m/sec2
NoiseLower is better1st / 1871.1 dBBest in this discipline
WearHigher is better1st / 1874400 KMBest in this discipline
ValueLower is better1st / 181.02 Price/1000Best in this discipline
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better1st / 185.3 l/100kmBest in this discipline
AbrasionLower is better1st / 1843.9 mg/km/tBest in this discipline
EU Label
C/C/72
Weight
9.7 kgs
Price
76.00

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Discussion

4 comments
  1. Erdem Şensoy archived

    Although it’s a summer test, there is no dry breaking and cornering data.

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    1. TyreReviews Erdem Şensoy archived

      Yeah, adac don't publish it for some reason. They definitely do it though, you can see on their site they have a dry score.

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    2. Max Power Erdem Şensoy archived

      Dry braking and other data is available by clicking on the tyre within the ranking.
      Biggest surprise for me is the Bridgestone. Many other tests devaluate the Potenza Sport because of its high wear and overheating when driven hard, but they don't even mention it (but they do mention it on other tyres). Is it possible that Bridgestone improved the tyre compound? I can hardly imagine that so many (including TyreReviews) did notice this, but ADAC did not. Very strange.

      Btw., here is the direct link to the test: https://www.adac.de/rund-ums-fahrzeug/ausstattung-technik-zubehoer/reifen/reifentest/sommerreifen/225-40-r18/

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