Delinte DH2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

4

Tests Completed

32^nd

Average Position

11^th

Best Result

43^rd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across four summer tests, the Delinte DH2 consistently ranks near the bottom, with an average overall position of 31.8 and two last-tier finishes (43/43 in 2017, 40/50 in 2023). Wet safety performance is a recurring weakness, particularly in aquaplaning, and durability metrics (wear/abrasion) are poor in the most comprehensive ADAC test. The tyre does show isolated positives in low external noise, fuel consumption, and purchase price/value, but these strengths are overshadowed by safety-critical deficits.
Overall, the pattern indicates a budget-oriented tyre that trades wet grip, aquaplaning resistance, and longevity for lower cost, quietness, and slightly favorable fuel use. It is not competitive against mainstream options in safety-related categories.

Performance Strengths

Noise and Comfort Strong Details
• 1st place noise in 2023 ADAC (69.1 dB)
• Budget-class inclusion noted in 2016 Test World, aligning with comfort-oriented tuning
Fuel Efficiency Moderate Details
• 3rd place fuel consumption in 2023 ADAC (5.6 l/100km, +1.8% from best)
Purchase Price/Value Moderate Details
• Price 10/50 in 2023 ADAC (70, +55.6% from best price)
• Value 36/50 in 2023 ADAC (2.55 price/1000, +147.6% from best)

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Weather Performance (Aquaplaning) Strong Details
• Straight aquaplaning 45/50 in 2023 ADAC (+11% from best)
• Curved aquaplaning 49/50 in 2023 ADAC (+32.5% from best)
Overall Safety in Wet Braking/Grip Moderate Details
• Wet braking 25/44 in 2022 Auto Bild (+18.5% from best)
• Wet braking (concrete) 14/50 in 2023 ADAC (+8-10.8% from best) with poor aquaplaning dragging overall wet safety
Durability and Wear Strong Details
• Wear 45/50 in 2023 ADAC (27,500 km, +61.5% from best)
• Abrasion 45/50 in 2023 ADAC (96.1 mg/km/t, +176.1% from best)
Overall Competitive Standing Strong Details
• Overall 43/43 in 2017 Auto Bild shootout
• Overall 40/50 in 2023 ADAC
• Overall 33/44 in 2022 Auto Bild
• Overall 11/13 in 2016 Test World
Dry Braking Performance Moderate Details
• Dry braking 35/44 in 2022 Auto Bild (+9.5% from best)
• Dry braking 32/50 in 2023 ADAC (+10% from best)