Replacing the acclaimed Avon ZV5, the newly-developed ZV7 incorporates a range of advanced technologies that mean it offers a host of added features and benefits.
The distinctive tread pattern of the new Avon ZV7 is designed with large circumferential grooves that clear water quickly and efficiently to reduce aquaplaning in the wet. It features sequenced tread blocks to reduce noise generated from the road, providing a quieter driving experience.
The Avon ZV7 tread pattern also features 3D sipes, which have interlocking three dimensional points inside the sipe. The 3D sipes provide the same benefits of a traditional sipe, including helping the tyre warm up and providing enhanced wet grip, but limit the amount of flex in the tread block which helps control the amount of heat generation in the dry and keeps the tread block stable.
Using the latest available polymer technology and advanced mixing techniques, the ZV7’s tread compound delivers excellent wet and dry grip while also reducing rolling resistance for great fuel efficiency.
2016-09-06 - Hi, when did the Avon ZV7 replace the ZV5?
thanks
The Avon ZV7 was launched in April 2016
2017-05-03 - Could you let me know ZV7 tyres are unidirectional please? I have purchased a pair of 225/40/R18 for my VW Golf online, I request a pair suitable for my front axle, nearside and offside front, however they have arrived today and appear to for one side only, ie inline. I would be grateful for your advice.
The Avon ZV7 is asymmetric, which means it can run in any direction. The tyre must be mounted correctly on the wheel, but it can go either side of the car, even if the tread pattern does look slightly different side to side.
2019-06-07 - Would the Avon ZV7 fitted to my Volvo V70 2009, be ok as I tow a caravan. Within the specification it states for passenger cars.
Yes, as long as you're within the specified load rating.
Given 90%
while driving a
BMW 320D M Sport
(225/40 R18) on
a combination of roads
for 2,000
spirited miles
Great dry grip in any direction! Wet grip is excellent when starting and stopping; they do slide a bit when pushed to the limits although you do have to push it very hard!
The ride is smooth at all speeds although this does limit the feedback you get for them.
Overall they are fantastic value and they definitely keep up with tyres over twice the price.
369 - tyre reviewed on August 17, 2016
Given 54%
while driving a
Ford Fiesta
(195/45 R16) on
a combination of roads
for 7,000
average miles
Bought these for the front of my 08 tdi fiesta 1.6.
On the 5 April covered 7000 miles since then. Went back to get two rear last Friday 20th September, and was told that I needed two front also..even wear across tyre, just wore out...
104 - tyre reviewed on September 23, 2019
Given 29%
while driving a
Alfa Romeo 156 JTD
(215/45 R17 W) on
a combination of roads
for 14
average miles
This is a review after 14,000 miles. Tread depth overall is now just under 4mm but the handling and general feel are nowhere near as good as before. Steering is vague and grip in wet/dry also deteriorated. I'm really disappointed in the way these tyres have lasted. Going to replace with Goodyear Asymmetric 5, I won't buy these tyres again.
17 - tyre reviewed on August 28, 2020
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Given 47%
while driving a
Jaguar XF
(225/55 R17) on
a combination of roads
for 4,000
easy going miles
DO NOT BUY - TYRE CRACKS
I have had these tyres 9months on front and 15months rear (install split due to Covid lockdowns). Both tyres have over 7mm of tread depth remaining, but all 4 have radial cracking inside the inner and outer tread grooves. I have covered 4k & 6k miles respectively with these tyres.
I appreciate these are not premium Michelin / Bridgestone etc, but Avon isn't exactly a budget tyre. I have the correct specification tyre for my vehicle and always maintain correct pressures. Really disappointed and don't seem to be the first person to experience this issue with Avon ZV7.
0 - tyre reviewed on July 13, 2021
Mazda
(195/50 R15) on
a combination of roads
for 8,000
spirited miles
I really enjoyed these tyres I'm now in my 3rd set in 3 years on 3 cars.
Driven on both road and track they last really well giving consistent secure grip in the dry. In the wet they have an initial reluctance to turn for a heart beat but then grip like a limpet.
On track they do brilliantly. I drive mainly light weight sub 950kg cars and have never managed to overheat a set.
Braking is great sure footed and easy to make adjustments to line while braking in wet and dry.
If you can trail brake the zv7 is very rewarding.
0 - tyre reviewed on May 11, 2021
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BMW
(225/35 R19) on
a combination of roads
for 2,000
spirited miles
Very soft side walls resulting in very poor contact through the steering.
Not a good tyre for performance cars.
0 - tyre reviewed on May 4, 2021
Given 74%
while driving a
Volkswagen Sharan 1.9TDi
(205/55 R16) on
mostly country roads
for 6,000
average miles
I've had Avon's for over 20 years and been very happy with them. I found this tyre site tonight sadly. I wish I had lastnight because others have gone through what I have over the last 18 months. Tyres deflating.... It's happened 3-4 times. The last time was 25/01/21. The following day I inflated the tyre back up to the correct pressure and thought it was a nail or something. The following day I got out to expect it to be low and it was absolutely fine. However I had two new ones fitted. Then came across this website. Reading some of the reviews on here I can fully understand that in all fairness the sidewalls are cracking and letting the air out....
8 - tyre reviewed on January 27, 2021
Given 41%
while driving a
Ford Fiesta ST180
(205/40 R17 W) on
mostly town
for 6,000
average miles
Decent tyres for the money. If you're just using your car for driving around town, they'll be fine. If you do any spirited driving whatsoever, avoid.
I had these on the front of my 2015 Ford Fiesta ST and they lasted less than four months. They were fitted by Blackcircles in June and they've now come off this week for a set of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 tyres.
They have a soft compound so they're quite good in the rain but they wear very quickly. Road feedback is okay, they're not the quietest and they're not the cheapest either so I'd pay extra to go with a premium brand. I definitely won't be buying Avons again.
I thought I'd be changing these next summer, not this soon. Like I said, for a small hatchback for motorway or town journeys they'll be fine but on a fwd hot hatch you'll struggle to get much life out of these.
1 - tyre reviewed on November 25, 2020
Given 62%
while driving a
Mazda MX5
(205/50 R16 W) on
a combination of roads
for 17,000
average miles
Good feel tyre but rather noisy.
BUT after less than 17,000 mile were told they are perished. They still have loads of grip but all 4 tyres have developed a crack between the tread on the whole circumference of each tyre. Now have to buy 4 new tyres and lodge a compliant, a low drawn out affair which clearly favours the manufacturer and not the customer!
Before I submit, I'm a very hard driver !!!
Great dry grip in any direction!
Wet grip is excellent, however they do slide a bit when pushed to the limits (Mondeo 2.0 TDCi) !
Excellent cornering.
The ride is smooth at all speeds.
They do wear out quicker, but the Mondeo is a very heavy front wheel drive car.
I had Michelin PS 4, won't be fitting them again.
15 - tyre reviewed on October 12, 2020
Given 100%
while driving a
BMW Z3 roadster
(225/45 R17) on
a combination of roads
for 150
easy going miles
After putting up with tramlining for years with the continentals that were fitted when I bought the car I read on a website that the avon zv range may help. What a difference these tyres have made. It is like driving a different car so relaxing to drive now and goes were you point it and not following every irregularity on the road surface. I have had my bmw z3 nine years now and I wish I had found out a bit sooner.
9 - tyre reviewed on October 11, 2020
Given 89%
while driving a
Mazda 5
(225/45 R17) on
a combination of roads
for 7,000
average miles
225/45/17 2009 mazda5 2l diesel sport. finding this tyre to be be a really good all rounder since fitting 2yrs ago
9 - tyre reviewed on July 19, 2020
Given 60%
while driving a
Honda 1.6 I DTEC
(205/55 R16) on
a combination of roads
for 8,000
average miles
Good no nonsense package with reasonable DB, good grip and wear. Prices are keen. But, after two replacements under warranty for groove cracks after 4 months and now 12 months later all 4 tyres are now cracked in the grooves all the way round, that's it for me and Avon. Since finding the cracks again, have found forum after forum on this matter with Avon. Shame, they are a good tyre for standard UK 'roads'
Hopefully this will be resolved fairly. I've had really low end budget tyres outlast my ownership of previous cars. heard of the same thing with other brands as well.
7 - tyre reviewed on July 13, 2020
Given 63%
while driving a
Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTI
(225/50 R17) on
mostly town
for 7,000
average miles
Made in June 2019 by tyre dot code. Fitted end of 2019 within 6 months .all 4 tyres have cracks in the tread this is why I checked the manufacturer date
Avon are not helpful at all, apparently its a common fault with Avons(google it)
It's my sons car which he bought after Uni so I did the dad thing of I thought, put some good A rated in wet tyres on. 7000miles and 2mm wear so hoping next year I will change all 4 as don't want any blow outs. Very disappointed
5 - tyre reviewed on May 23, 2020
Given 93%
while driving a
Vauxhall Signum 2.2 direct
(225/45 R17) on
a combination of roads
for 13,000
average miles
Final review on zv7's. Have just sold the Signum after running on these tyres for two years and 13000 miles.
I was pleased with them when I reviewed them at 2000 miles and nothing has changed. I'm not what you would call a progressive driver but I don't hang around on motorways and similar roads. They never gave me any exiting moments and when I asked them to stop quickly they did just that.
After 13000 miles there is plenty of tread left which for 60 pounds each you can't grumble at.
Have just put a pair on the rear of the replacement car and will do the same on the front before winter sets in.
A good 'made in England' product.
Thoroughly recommend.
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