The Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 is an economy all-season tyre with competitive dry braking and low running costs. Snow performance is a weaker area, while aquaplaning resistance and rolling resistance vary sharply between tests.
The Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 is an economy all-season touring tyre with a stronger record for dry braking and value than for winter performance. Across independent Auto Bild tests it combines relatively short dry stops with competitive cost per kilometre, helped by low purchase prices and useful projected tread life. Wet braking was particularly good in the 2025 SUV test, although this was less distinctive in the full passenger-car tests.
Snow braking and traction were weaknesses in the SUV and 2026 full tests. Standing-water performance is inconsistent: weak aquaplaning results in 2025 were followed by an unusually strong 2026 result, the best among the all-season tyres. Efficiency also varied, with unusually high rolling resistance in 2026 contrasting with the low figure in the SUV test. Comfort and noise changed between tests as well. It makes most sense where dry braking and purchase or running costs matter more than snow capability; the conflicting aquaplaning and efficiency results prevent a firm general conclusion on those qualities.
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.
Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 averages a finish of 6th.
Finishing position in each test
2026 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test P7 of 15
The Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 shares seventh place and is rated good. It offers strong value, short dry braking and very good aquaplaning resistance for a low price, but its snow performance and high rolling resistance are clear compromises.
| Year | Test | Result | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 2026 Auto Bild All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P7 / 15 | gut (Good) |
| 2026 | 2026 All Season Tyre Braking Test - 30 SetsAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P4 / 30 | |
| 2025 | 2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 215/55 R17 | P3 / 11 | Preis-Leistungs-Sieger / vorbildlich (Best Value Winner / Exemplary) |
| 2025 | 2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/40 R18 | P8 / 15 | gut (Good) |
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In 225/45 R17, the Ceat 4 SeasonDrive X5 is projected to cost €12.07 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €483 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test.
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