39%
- BMW 320i Msport
- 235/45 R18
- 5,000 miles
Cheap, deadly on wet roads.
Arivo Carlorful A/S
Touring All Season
Winter rated
The Arivo Carlorful AS is a budget all-season touring tyre with reasonable snow traction and low road noise. Its very long wet braking distances and poor wet handling are serious shortcomings.
The Carlorful AS has some useful all-season qualities. In independent tests it was quiet, and its snow traction was judged satisfactory. It also performed relatively well in an SUV snow slalom, while ice braking was acceptable in another test. Fuel consumption and value scored well in one assessment, although another tester criticised its rolling resistance.
Those positives are overshadowed by consistently poor wet performance. The Arivo finished last for wet braking in several comparisons, taking around 20 metres longer to stop from 100 km/h than the wet-braking winner in one SUV test. Testers also found very low wet grip and unpredictable handling, while one test placed it last for straight-line aquaplaning resistance. Dry handling drew criticism too, with imprecise steering and early oversteer during lane changes. It finished at or near the bottom overall in several tests. Despite its snow traction and low noise, its wet-road weaknesses make it difficult to recommend as an all-season tyre.
The quick answer
Strengths & weaknesses
Value, Comfort
Ice, Wet
Relative to its rivals across every test we hold
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.
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- 1owner reviews
- 5,000miles driven
- 4professional tests
All Tests
View Test ResultsTested 4 times by independent publications, the Arivo Carlorful A/S averages a finish of 23rd.
4
Tests
0
Test Wins
23rd
Average
11th
Best
36th
Worst
Finishing position in each test
The latest test
| Year | Test | Result | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 All Season Tyre Braking Test - 30 SetsAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P30 / 30 | |
| 2025 | 2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 215/55 R17 | P11 / 11 | |
| 2025 | 2025 ADAC All Season Tyre TestADAC · 225/45 R17 | P15 / 16 | |
| 2024 | 2024 All Season Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/50 R17 | P36 / 37 |
On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict
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Alternative Tyres
View AllDimensions & Label Scores
View AllSize Range106 sizes available
145-315Width35-80Profile13-20Rim71-112 T-YLoad/
EU LabelAcross 106 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.
Fuel
A
B
C94%
D6%
E
Wet
A
B
C100%
D
E
Noise
68-72dB A/B
3PMSF on every size
Popular sizes235/45 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Arivo Carlorful A/S in the wet?
Across the 4 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Arivo Carlorful A/S stops 33.6% longer than premium rivals, 27.5% longer than mid-range rivals and 17.8% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 2/100, and owners rate it 1/10 in the wet from 1 review.
How good is the Arivo Carlorful A/S in the dry?
Across the 4 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Arivo Carlorful A/S stops 6.4% longer than premium rivals, 3.5% longer than mid-range rivals and 1.6% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 40/100, and owners rate it 7/10 in the dry from 1 review.
How good is the Arivo Carlorful A/S in the snow?
Across the 2 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Arivo Carlorful A/S stops 3.9% longer than premium rivals, 4.3% longer than mid-range rivals and 10.1% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 2 snow-traction tests, it is 5% worse than premium rivals, 4% worse than mid-range rivals and 7.2% better than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews snow score of 44/100.
How good is the Arivo Carlorful A/S on ice?
Across the 1 ice-braking test it has featured in, the Arivo Carlorful A/S stops 1.8% longer than premium rivals, 0.2% longer than mid-range rivals and 6.7% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews ice score of 39/100.
How fuel efficient is the Arivo Carlorful A/S?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Arivo Carlorful A/S's rolling resistance is 1.8% higher than premium rivals, 0.9% higher than mid-range rivals and 3.8% lower than budget rivals.
More questions about the Arivo Carlorful A/S (3)
How many miles does the Arivo Carlorful A/S last?
Based on test and owner data, the Arivo Carlorful A/S is expected to last around 28,583 miles (46,000 km).
What is the Arivo Carlorful A/S's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Arivo Carlorful A/S most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 69 dB for noise.
What sizes does the Arivo Carlorful A/S come in?
The Arivo Carlorful A/S is available in 430 sizes, ranging from 145-315/35-80 R13-20.
Owner Questions
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Arivo Carlorful A/S Owner Reviews
Review this tyreOwner ratings averaged from 1 ratings
- Owner score 39%
- Dry Grip 70%
- Wear 60%
- Handling 50%
- Road Feedback 40%
- Comfort 30%
- Wet Grip 10%
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