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Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 - Test Results

Test Statistics

2

Tests Completed

6th

Average Position

3rd

Best Result

8th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 - Official Image

Across two 2025 AutoBild all-season tests, the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 delivers balanced, value-forward performance with notable dry-road capability, competitive wet grip in lateral tests, and strong efficiency metrics. It achieved a podium in the SUV-focused test (3/13) and mid-upper placement in the 18-inch test (8/17), with praise for short braking distances and standout pricing.
Key weaknesses emerge in aquaplaning resistance (both straight and curved) and snow performance consistency, where it trends lower-mid pack. Noise is slightly elevated in the SUV test. Overall, it presents a well-rounded package with excellent value and rolling resistance, strongest on dry and moderately strong on wet grip excluding aquaplaning.

Performance Strengths
  • Dry Performance Moderate
    • 4th place dry braking in 2025 Autobild SUV test (+9.5% from best)
    • 6th place dry braking in 2025 AutoBild 225/40 R18 (+10.9% from best)
    • 7th place dry handling in both tests (+4.4% and +2.2% from best)
  • Wet Lateral Grip and Braking (excluding aquaplaning) Moderate
    • 3rd place wet braking in 2025 Autobild SUV (+9.8% from best)
    • 4th place wet circle in SUV (+6.8% from best)
    • 6th place wet circle in 225/40 R18 (+8.1% from best)
  • Efficiency and Value Strong
    • 2nd place rolling resistance in SUV (+1.8% from best)
    • 7th place rolling resistance in 225/40 R18 (+6.9% from best)
    • 4th place value in 225/40 R18 (+12.6% from best)
    • Article: "surprised with short braking distances at just €330 per set"
  • Comfort/Refinement Moderate
    • 2nd place subjective comfort in SUV (+8.8% from best)
    • Noise 9th/17 in 225/40 R18 (+2.1% from best) indicates acceptable refinement
Performance Weaknesses
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • Curved aquaplaning 10th/13 in SUV (+27.3% from best)
    • Straight aquaplaning 8th/13 in SUV (+10% from best)
    • Straight aquaplaning 16th/17 in 225/40 R18 (+12.5% from best)
    • Curved aquaplaning 16th/17 in 225/40 R18 (+25.4% from best)
  • Snow Performance Consistency Moderate
    • Snow braking 11th/13 in SUV (+13.1% from best)
    • Snow traction 10th/13 in SUV (+7.4% from best)
    • Snow handling 11th/16 in 225/40 R18 (+4.6% from best)
  • Noise Minor
    • Noise 12th/13 in SUV (+4.7% from best) despite good comfort score

Test History

3
of 13
2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac

The Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 emerges as the surprise candidate of the test, offering the best price-to-performance ratio while delivering consistently good results across all conditions. This Indian m...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Noise
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8
of 17
2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

The Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 emerges as a budget surprise, delivering impressively short braking distances across all road conditions. This Indian-manufactured tyre punches above its weight class, off...
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
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