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Cooper Zeon CS8

Ultra High Performance Summer

The Cooper Zeon CS8 is a mid-range summer ultra high performance tyre that feels reassuring in the wet and pleasantly refined day-to-day. Drivers commonly praise its wet braking confidence, quiet running and comfortable ride, often noting strong value for money. Independent testing, however, suggests it generally sits behind premium rivals overall, particularly when braking and handling demands rise.

The quick answer

Owners say 79% from 17 owner reviews 76% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 19th average finish across 15 independent tests Latest: P33 of 55 · 2024 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Comfort, Wet Value 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 December 2025.

  • 17owner reviews
  • 267,100miles driven
  • 15professional tests
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Tyre Reviews Score

Cooper Zeon CS8

7.2/10

Better than 46% of summer tyres

  • High Confidence
  • 12 tests
  • 17 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests12 tests · 6 publications · 2017-2024 43% 89%
Owner reviews17 owner reviews · rated 79% 66% 11%
Combined 46% 7.2

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tyres in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 60% 43% 12
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 39% 39% 12
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 17% 9% 6
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 64% 7% 6
EnvironmentAbrasion: the rubber a tyre sheds as it wears 10% 2% 1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tyre was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 48% 12
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 39% 6

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 98% of the test figure. The other 2% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2024 2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P33 / 55
  2. 2023 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 205/55 R16 P33 / 50
  3. 2023 2023 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P24 / 50
  4. 2022 2022 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild · 215/55 R17 P25 / 50
  5. 2021 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P26 / 53
  6. 2019 2019 Mid Range Tyre Test Moottori · 205/55 R16 P6 / 8
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  1. 2019 2019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild Allrad · 225/55 R17 P9 / 10
  2. 2019 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P29 / 53
  3. 2018 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R17 P8 / 11
  4. 2018 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test Test World · 225/45 R17 P12 / 16
  5. 2018 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 195/65 R15 P16 / 20
  6. 2018 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview Auto Bild · 195/65 R15 P13 / 51 Placing only
  7. 2018 2018 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 ADAC · 205/55 R16 P14 / 16 Placing only
  8. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P17 / 20
  9. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Shootout Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P19 / 51 Placing only
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Tested 15 times by independent publications, the Cooper Zeon CS8 averages a finish of 19th.

15 Tests
0 Test Wins
19th Average
6th Best
33rd Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20172024

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20242024 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P33 / 55
20232023 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 205/55 R16P33 / 50
20232023 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R18P24 / 50
20222022 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 215/55 R17P25 / 50
20212021 53 Summer Tyre Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P26 / 53
20192019 Mid Range Tyre TestMoottori · 205/55 R16P6 / 8
20192019 SUV 4x4 Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild Allrad · 225/55 R17P9 / 10
20192019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P29 / 53
20182018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R17P8 / 11
20182018 Test World Summer Tyre TestTest World · 225/45 R17P12 / 16
20182018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 195/65 R15P16 / 20
20182018 AutoBild Summer Tyre OverviewAuto Bild · 195/65 R15P13 / 51
20182018 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16ADAC · 205/55 R16P14 / 16
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P17 / 20
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P19 / 51

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Running Costs
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In 195/65 R15, the Cooper Zeon CS8 is projected to cost €21.41 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €856 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test.

Bridgestone Turanza T005€11.33
Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125€14.30
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun€16.51
Cooper Zeon CS8€21.41
Tyre purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tyrecost per 1,000 km
Assumes a typical car using 8 l/100km (with rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €1.65 per litre and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2018 test; financing costs are excluded.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range96 sizes available

185-255Width35-65Profile15-19Rim82-103 V-YLoad/Speed Index2015First On Market

EU LabelAcross 96 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

67-71dB

Popular sizes205/55 R16225/45 R17225/50 R17195/45 R16225/50 R16215/45 R16
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Cooper Zeon CS8 in the wet?
Across the 12 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Cooper Zeon CS8 stops 6.1% longer than premium rivals, 1.6% longer than mid-range rivals and 6.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 60/100, and owners rate it 7.9/10 in the wet from 17 reviews.
How good is the Cooper Zeon CS8 in the dry?
Across the 12 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Cooper Zeon CS8 stops 6.4% longer than premium rivals, 2.9% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 39/100, and owners rate it 8.6/10 in the dry from 17 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Cooper Zeon CS8?
Across the 4 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Cooper Zeon CS8's rolling resistance is 10.1% higher than premium rivals, 6.5% higher than mid-range rivals and 10.2% higher than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Cooper Zeon CS8 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Cooper Zeon CS8 is expected to last around 21,358 miles (34,372 km).
What do owners say about the Cooper Zeon CS8?
Across 17 owner ratings the Cooper Zeon CS8 averages 79%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.6 out of 10 and Handling lowest at 7.5. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 75% of owners score it 70% or better.
More questions about the Cooper Zeon CS8 (9)
How much does the Cooper Zeon CS8 cost to run?
In 195/65 R15, the Cooper Zeon CS8 is projected to cost €21.41 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €856 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Bridgestone Turanza T005, at €11.33.
What is the Cooper Zeon CS8's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Cooper Zeon CS8 most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 70 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Cooper Zeon CS8?
Owners rate the Cooper Zeon CS8 8.2 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 16 reviews.
How well do the Cooper Zeon CS8 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Cooper Zeon CS8 7.6 out of 10 for wear across 16 reviews. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 9,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Cooper Zeon CS8 again?
76% of owners say they would buy the Cooper Zeon CS8 again, based on the 17 owner reviews that answered the question. 59% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Cooper Zeon CS8's wet grip?
Of the 15 owner reviews analysed for the Cooper Zeon CS8, 12 mention wet grip: 10 praise it (confident wet grip) and 2 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "excellent in dry and wet weather". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Cooper Zeon CS8's dry grip?
Of the 15 owner reviews analysed for the Cooper Zeon CS8, 10 mention dry grip: 9 praise it (strong dry grip) and 1 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "excellent in dry and wet weather". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Cooper Zeon CS8's tread life?
Of the 15 owner reviews analysed for the Cooper Zeon CS8, 9 mention tread life: 5 praise it (long-lasting) and 4 criticise it (wears quickly). One owner wrote: "surely returned an very good tread life". Read those reviews
What sizes does the Cooper Zeon CS8 come in?
The Cooper Zeon CS8 is available in 172 sizes, ranging from 185-255/35-65 R15-19.
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Cooper Zeon CS8 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 16 reviews

Most drivers rate the Cooper Zeon CS8 positively, highlighting confident wet-weather grip/braking, solid dry handling, and a quiet, comfortable ride for the price. Many also report strong mileage and good value versus more expensive brands. A smaller subset of users report premature wear and sidewall durability issues, with a few noting that noise and wet performance can deteriorate noticeably as the tyre ages.

What owners mention most counted across 15 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 17 ratings

  • Owner score 79%
  • Dry Grip 86%
  • Comfort 82%
  • Road Feedback 79%
  • Wet Grip 79%
  • Wear 76%
  • Handling 75%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 10%

“Fitted 2.5 years ago on Ford CMax. Around 12,000 miles driven since & our trusted garage said they had perished, would fail the MOT & needed replacement. Not good enough after just relatively low mileage.”

  • Ford Cmax
  • 12,000 miles
Read full review → 1,112 found this helpful
Most critical 27%

“Possibly the the worst tyres I have ever had. We put these on both of our mini coopers just over a year ago. The first set on the Copper SD: Within 3 months the 2 front had bulges in the sidewalls (they were however...”

  • MINI Cooper SD
  • 8,000 miles
Read full review → 1,186 found this helpful
Longest term 96%

“Hi i wanted avons an got sold these instead I never heard of them but brought into the garages sale tactics Turns out there great Got 48.000 miles out of the fronts still at 1.8mm Rears are still 4mm The side wall...”

  • SEAT Ibiza cupra sport 16v gti
  • 48,000 miles
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All 16 Cooper Zeon CS8 reviews

Score spread across 16 written reviews
47%
Member
  • BMW 320i
  • 205/55 R16
  • 5,000 miles
  • Mostly Country Roads
  • Spirited
I had this tire on my BMW E46 320Ci. In the dry it was gripping alright considering its price, in the wet tho the car lost its rear even in not very demanding situations. Wet braking wasnt that good too. Best thing about the tire is the sporty looking sidewall
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 4
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 5
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 2
Helpful 320
10%
Member
  • Ford Cmax
  • 215/50 R17
  • 12,000 miles
  • Mostly Town
  • Easy Going
Fitted 2.5 years ago on Ford CMax. Around 12,000 miles driven since & our trusted garage said they had perished, would fail the MOT & needed replacement.

Not good enough after just relatively low mileage.
83%
Member
I fitted Cooper Zeon's CS8 two years ago doing about 25K kilometers (17K miles) per year. They were replacing a set of Continentals and were selected due to their cheaper price tag. Although cheaper they were great tires. The side walls appear to be a bit softer than the Conti's or other tires I had before, but overall I was really happy from their grip, handling, dry or wet. Fresh rubber appears quieter compared to their end life and surely returned an very good tread life. I replaced them with a set of Goodyear Asymmetric 6. If anyone is interested in Cooper Zeon CS8 please go ahead and buy them. Just a word of advice for drivers leaving in warm-hot climates. Always look after tire pressures. These tires warm up - overheat in long trips and if you overinflate them you could easily eat away the middle part of the tires.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 8
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Possibly the the worst tyres I have ever had. We put these on both of our mini coopers just over a year ago. The first set on the Copper SD: Within 3 months the 2 front had bulges in the sidewalls (they were however quickly replaced under warranty), 8000 miles on the 2 front now need replacing as the tread is on the legal limit as well as showing signs of being perished, and the rears have perished and also need replacing. Second car Mini Cooper - 12,000 miles on front are illegal, and all 4 are showing signs of being perished. Worse tyres we have ever bought and these are not cheap budget tyres. I normally get 15,000-22,000 out of a set of tyres. Will never buy again and are currently awaiting a response from Goodyear (who own them. Given the poor mileage, bulging and short life - I'd class these as budget tyres and suggest they are well overpriced.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 2
  • Road Feedback 3
  • Handling 4
  • Wear 1
  • Comfort 2
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,186
100%
Member
Flawless tire on dry and wet roads.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 872
91%
Member
replaced some avons with these on my Alfa GTV 2.0 t spark there a lot better super peaceful in the car stick to the road well in the dry and very good in some monsoon condition we had in Cornwall this week if they last 20k will be super happy . avons lasted 15 .000 . very happy so far
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 990
97%
Member
Found these tyres excellent in dry and wet weather. The wear rate is also very impressive. Nice comfortable drive and low noise levels. Would definitely buy again.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 992
79%
Member
After 43k I must say that they hold on pretty good. I think that they could at least last another 20k. Dry and wet grip are still safe but not as good as new. Traction is I think where they have lost the most. Comparing to the Dunlop rt I used to have these are holding on better. I had to change the dunlop after 3 years and 35k. If I had to choose between them I would get the Cooper's
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,033
89%
Member
I do 25k a year mostly on the motorway. I have driven in all weathers with these tires and i am very happy with them. Excellent in the wet. Good dry grip, just got a new pair on the front after 25+k
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,151
96%
Member
Hi i wanted avons an got sold these instead
I never heard of them but brought into the garages sale tactics
Turns out there great
Got 48.000 miles out of the fronts still at 1.8mm
Rears are still 4mm
The side wall starting to look a bit flakey
Great tyres
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,083
47%
Member
  • Ford S Max
  • 225/50 R17 W
  • 10,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
These tyres have managed 10,000 miles on my S-Max and I'm not going to buy them again. The first two thirds of their life seemed fine, but after about 5,000 miles road noise started to increase noticeably and shortly after that wet grip started to worsen. They wore from 3mm to illegal in the last 750 miles. The innovative wear blocks on the shoulders still showed 50% when the tread across the tyre was below the legal limit, so do not buy them for their supposedly innovative features. The Cooper Zeon CS8 is most definite not worth the money.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 3
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 2
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 2
Helpful 781
90%
Member
I've just fitted a front pair to replace Michelin Primacy 3 that were down to about 2mm, giving a noticeably long stopping distance. I thought a lot about whether to stick with Michelins due to advice from mechanics and a bit of brand snobbery. These were 40 quid less per tyre though and had good reviews so went for it.

They went on just as the temperature was dropping to single figures, so worried if I should've actually put on winter tyres. No need - these are excellent. They give a confident, grippy feel in both wet and dry conditions and a comfortable ride.
I'm used to Michelin, Continental and Goodyear and these are definitely up there with all of those.

I can't comment on wear as they're only a month old. So far, so good though.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 745
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