2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer Tyre Test

Tire Rack are on a mission this year to test more tyres than anyone has before, which is very exciting. Their summer performance tyre test has tested eleven of the most popular tyres in 275/35 R19 using their new BMW M2 test vehicle, and it's a wonderful test.

As always, please go to the Tire Rack site to see the full details of this excellent test, it's really worth a read / watch. One of my favourite parts of this test this year was the inclusion of the OE BMW M2 MIchelin Pilot Sport 4S*, which I haven't databased so you'll have to go to the Tire Rack website to see the data. OE tyres are often fine-tuned to meet a vehicle maker’s specific performance targets, which can mean differences in ride comfort, noise, steering response, or outright grip. In this case, the OE Pilot Sport 4S* for the BMW M2 proved noticeably firmer and less comfortable than the aftermarket PS4S, with more road noise and harsher impact response. However, it delivered sharper steering and slightly better dry lap times, along with marginally improved braking. Wet performance was more precise and confidence-inspiring than the aftermarket version, though both still showed the same tendency toward edginess at the limit. Against the broader field, the OE PS4S* offered strong dry pace but was outperformed in wet grip and all-round refinement by newer rivals like the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, Continental ExtremeContact Sport 02, and Kumho Ecsta Sport S.

A quick note on the final order, Tire Rack do things a little differently to European tyre tests. Their final order of results is based purely on the subjective scoring, road and track. The objective measurements such as braking distances and laptimes do not feature in the score weighting for the overall results so if you want to play with the results, you can head over to the "Results Table" tab above and work out which tyre is best for you.

Results

1^st

Kumho Ecsta Sport S PS72

275/35 R19 100Y XL

A new category leader that excels in comfort, noise control, and composure while still delivering quick, balanced wet and dry performance. Its road refinement is unmatched in the group, and while it’s just shy of the absolute best in ultimate grip, its overall package is outstanding.

Dry97.4%

Wet97.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	4th / 10	32.1 m	+1.20 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	4th / 10	28.75 s	+0.56 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	2nd / 10	8.13 Points	-0.06 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	3rd / 10	0.98 g	-0.03 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	1st / 10	7.83 Points	Best in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better	3rd / 10	40.4 m	+0.80 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	3rd / 10	30.52 s	+0.44 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	3rd / 10	8 Points	-0.81 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	2nd / 10	0.88 m/s	-0.01 m/s

2^nd

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

275/35 R19 100Y XL

Exceptional wet grip, precise steering, and strong dry traction make the Asymmetric 6 one of the most complete tyres in the test. It feels natural and stable at all times, delivering top wet lap times and competitive dry performance, with only minor room for improvement in noise and front-end bite.

Dry98.2%

Wet99.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	1st / 10	30.9 m	Best in this discipline
Dry HandlingLower is better	2nd / 10	28.58 s	+0.39 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	2nd / 10	8.13 Points	-0.06 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	3rd / 10	0.98 g	-0.03 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	4th / 10	7.17 Points	-0.66 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	4th / 10	40.8 m	+1.20 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	1st / 10	30.08 s	Best in this discipline
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	1st / 10	8.81 Points	Best in this discipline
Wet CircleHigher is better	1st / 10	0.89 m/s	Best in this discipline

3^rd

Continental ExtremeContact Sport 02

275/35 R19 100Y XL

A benchmark performer with refined road comfort, responsive handling, and impressive wet and dry grip, this tyre delivers confidence and precision at any speed. It offers strong braking and quick lap times in all conditions, making it one of the most well-rounded and capable options in the Max Performance category.

Dry99.6%

Wet98.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	2nd / 10	31 m	+0.10 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	1st / 10	28.19 s	Best in this discipline
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	1st / 10	8.19 Points	Best in this discipline
Dry CircleHigher is better	1st / 10	1.01 g	Best in this discipline
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	3rd / 10	7.42 Points	-0.41 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	1st / 10	39.6 m	Best in this discipline
Wet HandlingLower is better	2nd / 10	30.26 s	+0.18 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	2nd / 10	8.13 Points	-0.68 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	2nd / 10	0.88 m/s	-0.01 m/s

4^th

Vredestein Ultrac Pro

275/35 R19 100Y XL

Comfort-focused and refined on the road, with quiet operation and precise steering, but lacking the ultimate grip to keep up with top performers. Predictable and friendly to drive, yet outpaced in both wet and dry conditions by the best in the category.

Dry94.5%

Wet92.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	8th / 10	33 m	+2.10 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	8th / 10	29.34 s	+1.15 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	8th / 10	7 Points	-1.19 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	6th / 10	0.96 g	-0.05 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	2nd / 10	7.58 Points	-0.25 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	6th / 10	43 m	+3.40 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	7th / 10	31.84 s	+1.76 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	6th / 10	7.44 Points	-1.37 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	6th / 10	0.83 m/s	-0.06 m/s

5^th

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S

275/35 R19 100Y XL

Still a strong, accurate-handling tyre with solid dry pace and dependable grip, but no longer the clear class leader. It suffers from elevated noise levels and edginess at the limit, especially in the wet, where it trails the latest competition in both braking and lap times.

Dry98.1%

Wet93.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	3rd / 10	31.4 m	+0.50 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	3rd / 10	28.62 s	+0.43 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	4th / 10	8 Points	-0.19 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	2nd / 10	1 g	-0.01 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	5th / 10	7.08 Points	-0.75 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	8th / 10	43.9 m	+4.30 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	4th / 10	31.18 s	+1.10 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	8th / 10	7.38 Points	-1.43 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	4th / 10	0.85 m/s	-0.04 m/s

6^th

Toyo Proxes Sport 2

275/35 R19 100Y XL

A standout UHP tyre that challenges higher categories, delivering quick, reactive handling, strong wet and dry grip, and class-leading lap times and braking. Road comfort and noise could be improved, but its performance ceiling sets a new benchmark for the segment.

Dry96.2%

Wet93.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	5th / 10	32.3 m	+1.40 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	5th / 10	28.82 s	+0.63 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	5th / 10	7.88 Points	-0.31 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	3rd / 10	0.98 g	-0.03 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	6th / 10	6.83 Points	-1.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	6th / 10	43 m	+3.40 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	5th / 10	31.39 s	+1.31 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	4th / 10	7.88 Points	-0.93 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	6th / 10	0.83 m/s	-0.06 m/s

7^th

Falken Azenis FK510

275/35 R19 100Y XL

Well-balanced and easy to drive, the FK510 combines pleasant road manners with strong wet and dry traction. While it could use a touch more urgency in the steering and grip in the dry, it remains a harmonious, confidence-inspiring tyre that delivers solid results without major compromises.

Dry94.1%

Wet95.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	7th / 10	32.9 m	+2.00 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	6th / 10	29.03 s	+0.84 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	7th / 10	7.19 Points	-1.00 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	8th / 10	0.95 g	-0.06 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	6th / 10	6.83 Points	-1.00 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	2nd / 10	40.3 m	+0.70 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	6th / 10	31.44 s	+1.36 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	5th / 10	7.75 Points	-1.06 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	5th / 10	0.84 m/s	-0.05 m/s

8^th

BFGoodrich g Force Phenom TA

275/35 R19 100Y XL

A lively, responsive tyre with good noise control and composed street manners, the Phenom T/A feels quick but struggles to deliver matching grip, especially as heat builds on track. It’s enjoyable to drive but lacks the standout performance needed to compete with the segment’s best, making it a solid yet unremarkable option in a competitive field.

Dry94.3%

Wet91.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	6th / 10	32.8 m	+1.90 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	7th / 10	29.08 s	+0.89 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	6th / 10	7.25 Points	-0.94 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	6th / 10	0.96 g	-0.05 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	9th / 10	6.58 Points	-1.25 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	9th / 10	44 m	+4.40 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	8th / 10	32.06 s	+1.98 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	6th / 10	7.44 Points	-1.37 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	8th / 10	0.82 m/s	-0.07 m/s

9^th

Sumitomo HTR Z5

275/35 R19 100Y XL

Responsive steering and balanced feel make the HTR Z5 pleasant to drive, but its limited traction and longer braking distances keep it from being truly competitive. It’s agile but lacks the grip window needed for faster, more confident driving.

Dry91.8%

Wet90.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	9th / 10	34.3 m	+3.40 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	9th / 10	29.55 s	+1.36 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	9th / 10	6.69 Points	-1.50 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	9th / 10	0.94 g	-0.07 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	8th / 10	6.75 Points	-1.08 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	5th / 10	41.9 m	+2.30 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	9th / 10	32.69 s	+2.61 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	9th / 10	6.94 Points	-1.87 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	9th / 10	0.79 m/s	-0.10 m/s

10^th

Nitto NT555 G2

275/35 R19 100Y XL

Comfortable enough over impacts and easy to control at the limit, but limited by low wet and dry grip that leaves it drifting rather than driving quickly. It’s predictable but slow, finishing last in lap times and braking distances in the group.

Dry89.9%

Wet84.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

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

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	10th / 10	34.8 m	+3.90 m
Dry HandlingLower is better	10th / 10	30.01 s	+1.82 s
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better	10th / 10	6.44 Points	-1.75 Points
Dry CircleHigher is better	10th / 10	0.92 g	-0.09 g
Subj. Road ScoreHigher is better	10th / 10	6.33 Points	-1.50 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better	10th / 10	49.7 m	+10.10 m
Wet HandlingLower is better	10th / 10	33.86 s	+3.78 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better	10th / 10	6.69 Points	-2.12 Points
Wet CircleHigher is better	10th / 10	0.77 m/s	-0.12 m/s