Falken Azenis FK510

The Falken Azenis FK510 is a Ultra High Performance Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

This tyre replaced the Falken FK453 and this tyre has been replaced by the Falken Azenis FK520.

Dry Grip 89%
Wet Grip 88%
Road Feedback 82%
Handling 82%
Wear 72%
Comfort 77%
Buy again 82%

Tyre review data from 142 tyre reviews averaging 82% over 1,231,481 miles driven.

The Azenis FK510 is ranked 25th of 143 Summer Ultra High Performance tyres.

In Depth Tyre Comparisons

Latest Tyre Test Results

2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test - 9th of 10 tyres

  • Positive - Moderately dynamic summer tyre with good aquaplaning reserves, good comfort.
  • Negative - Weak grip and long braking in the wet, oversteer balance.
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2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre Test - 3rd of 11 tyres

  • Positive - Good performance potential, excellent aquaplaning resistance, stable handling the wet, sporty dry dynamics.
  • Negative - High price level.
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2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test - 8th of 10 tyres

  • Positive - Acceptable wet braking performance, good grip in the wet and dry.
  • Negative - Limited aquapaning resistance, poor balance in the dry, limited sportiness.
  • Overall - Well priced and essentially safe in the wet.
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2022 Tyre Tests

  • 3rd: 2022 AutoBild Sports Cars UHP Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R18)
  • 4th: 2022 Sport Auto UHP, UUHP and Semi Slick Tyre Test (235/35 R19)
  • 8th: 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tyre Test (245/45 R19)
  • 9th: 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tyre Test (245/40 R19)

    • 2021 Tyre Tests

  • 1st: 2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 225/50 R17 (225/50 R17)
  • 3rd: 2021 ACE / GTU Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 5th: 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tyre Test (225/40 R18)
  • 5th: 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tyre Test (275/35 R19)
  • 6th: 2021 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test (225/40 R18)
  • 7th: 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test (265/35 R20)

    • 2020 Tyre Tests

  • 6th: 2020 Auto Bild UHP 19 inch Tyre Test (265/35 R19)
  • 7th: 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (245/45 R18)
  • 8th: 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test (225/40 R18)
  • 8th: 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R18)
  • 15th: 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking Test (245/45 R18)

    • 2019 Tyre Tests

  • 3rd: 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 4th: 2019 Tyre Reviews UHP Summer Tyre Test (265/35 R19)
  • 6th: 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking Shootout (225/45 R17)
  • 7th: 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test (245/30 R20)
  • 7th: 2019 EVO Summer Tyre Test (225/40 R18)
  • 10th: 2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch Tyre Test (225/40 R18)

    • 2018 Tyre Tests

  • 1st: 2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer Tyre Test (235/45 R18)
  • 2nd: 2018 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 3rd: 2018 AZ Summer AND All Season Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 3rd: 2018 Test World Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 4th: 2018 Sport Auto 19 inch UHP and Track Day Tyre Test (265/35 R19)
  • 4th: 2018 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tyre Test (265/35 R19)
  • 5th: 2018 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 5th: 2018 EVO UUHP Tyre Test (235/35 R19)

    • 2017 Tyre Tests

  • 2nd: 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test (225/50 R17)
  • 3rd: 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Shootout (225/50 R17)
  • 4th: 2017 Auto Bild Sports Cars Tyre Test (235/35 R19)
  • 4th: 2017 EVO Summer Tyre Test (225/40 R18)
  • 5th: 2017 AMS Summer UHP Tyre Test (245/45 R18)
  • 6th: 2017 Auto Bild UHP Tyre Test (245/40 R18)

    • 2016 Tyre Tests

  • 5th: 2016 GTU Performance Summer Tyre Test (225/45 R17)
  • 7th: 2016 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test (225/40 R18)
  • 9th: 2016 EVO Summer Performance Tyre Test (235/35 R19)

    • Size Fuel Wet Noise Weight
    235/35 R19 91Y XL   E A 69 10.00kgs

    Questions and Answers for the Falken Azenis FK510

    2018-09-19 - Please can you tell me if it is safe to have an FK453 on nearside rear and FK510 on offside rear, on a Ford Mondeo Estate?

    It is always recommended to change tyres in axle pairs, so mixing them isn't advised. There would be nothing inherently unsafe, but it could cause vehicle balance issues, especially in the wet.

    2018-11-02 - Putting these Falkens on a 2007 911, are these tire able to be rotated from right to left?

    The Falken FK510 is an asymmetric tyre so yes you can rotate it left to right.

    2019-06-08 - Are Falken tyres (FK510) suitable for a Porsche Boxster S?

    Assuming you can find the correct size and load rating you need in the FK510, there's no reason you shouldn't use them on a Boxster.

    2019-10-21 - Are falken azenis fk510 tyres all season tyres?

    The Azenis FK510 is a summer tyre.

    2019-11-04 - Hi, I have Mazda 6 2.5 2008. I ride mostly 90% city + 10% curved countryside roads (I like enjoy them). The best solution is buy Michelin Pilot Sport 4, I know, but it is 50-60% more expensive then FK510. I decide between FK510 and Goodyear F1 Asym 5. Question is - Should I pay 15 % more for Goodyear or there isn't too much better behavior for that higher price?

    Have a watch of our big tyre test on YouTube, it should answer your question. In short, if you like handling, then the Asym5 is worth the extra.

    2021-04-05 - I have a suv 4x4 with Bridgestone Dueler on front and rear axles. The rears have worn to 3.4mm in 15000 miles the fronts are on 5mm. I tow a caravan. Would Falken FK510 tyres be any better?

    There is almost no wear testing for highly loaded tyres for reference, however the Bridgestone Dueler range of tyres have traditionally be good wearing tyres so I would be surprised if the Falken gave you extra treadlife. There would likely be improvements in wet performance and comfort.

    2021-05-12 - Looking to put falken fk510 on my vauxhall gtc with 19" rims, new pair onto go on the front only. However, load rating for the falkens is 99, car already has 95 load tyres on the back which will stay on, and 95 is the norm for this vehicle. Will there be any difference with the 99 load on the front? Thanks

    In theory the 99 load could have a slightly stiffer construction, but given they're different brand tyres front and rear that will be a bigger difference than the different load ratings fitted.

    2021-11-03 - Is the Falken f510 suitable for rear drive wheels of a mercedes e250cdi amg convertable

    Yes it is.

    2021-11-22 - Are FALKEN AZENIS FR510 18” run flats

    Falken do make the FK510 in certain runflat sizes.

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    Size Price Range  
    255/35 R19 £190.99 - £190.99 (1 Prices) Compare Prices >>
    Available in 38 tyre sizes - View all.

    YouTube Review

    Top 3 Falken Azenis FK510 Reviews

    Given 100% while driving a Honda Civic Type R (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 0 average miles
    Better than Pirelli
    Helpful 719 - tyre reviewed on July 6, 2016
    Given 81% while driving a Ford S Max (225/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 0 miles
    I have been driving 225/50 17 98 XL FR tyre for three years. Amazing wet grip, maybe not so amazing in the last season - the tyre became hard...
    Helpful 266 - tyre reviewed on April 1, 2020
    Given 80% while driving a BMW bmw (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 150,000 spirited miles
    Love Falken!
    Have been driving BMW's for over 20 years...... have always swapped to Falken when tyres needed changing.

    Latest set front and rear RF's on a 430d .... great tyres...why pay more....these Tyres are so underrated!
    Helpful 182 - tyre reviewed on February 10, 2018
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    Latest Falken Azenis FK510 Reviews

    Given 56% while driving a Hyundai Coupe 2.0L (215/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 10 spirited miles
    Do not buy this tyre or ANY hard compound tyre if you drive a Hyundai Coupe, especially a TSIII with factory lowered suspension, you will feel every single imperfection in the road and the ride comfort is absolutely abysmal. This car cannot handle hard compound tyres, fit a soft compound like Bridgestone Turanza.
    Helpful 7 - tyre reviewed on January 29, 2024
    Given 81% while driving a BMW 320D xDrive Gran Turismo (225/45 R19) on mostly motorways for 0 average miles
    Good tyres, maybe little too soft but overall very good. Good and stable in the rain.
    Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on December 8, 2023
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    Given 96% while driving a Mercedes Benz C220 cdi (255/35 R19) on mostly motorways for 20,000 average miles
    I’ve driven Pirelli Cinturato P7 and Goodyear aswell on Mercedes C class and I can say that Pirelli is the worst especially in the wet. Comparing Goodyear and Falken they are both worth the money, the only difference is the wear where Falken is not that good. But since Goodyear and other high end price tyres can be double of Falken price, I would definetely recommend Falken.
    Helpful 25 - tyre reviewed on October 24, 2023
    Given 64% while driving a Citroën C5 (245/45 R18) on mostly country roads for 22,000 spirited miles
    The tires were fitted to the car since I bought it (used). They were 1.5 years old when I bought the car, with 15000 km (8000 miles) fitted beginning of 2020. I have done 20k km with the car since, so tires changed at 35k km.
    From 15-20000 km they were performing really good, dry and wet conditions. At around 20k I had swapped front and back ones as wear was pretty high at the front, and from 20-25k wet grip was fading. I had also experienced balancing issues (around 120+ km a mild rattling of the steering wheel).
    I would say that for the first 20k it's a really high performance tire, as grip was amasing, dry and wet, but as it wears out it starts becoming more and more slippery. At the end of their life they were kind of dangerous in the wet, and 35k kilometers (~28k miles) it's not that high for the price of 18 inch tires (rears were at the same level as the legal limit indicators). I have gone to something completely different (higher profile 17 inches to try how my hydractive suspension behaves) so I cannot give a direct comparison, obviously the new tires are grippier than the almost slick falkens :p
    Helpful 27 - tyre reviewed on August 21, 2023
    Given 73% while driving a Volkswagen Golf GTI 7.5 (225/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 300 spirited miles
    Just had these fitted on my 300HP tuned MK7.5 Golf GTI. So this review will be initial impressions after a few hundred KM of city and highway driving. I will not be able to comment on the tyre wear right now. I will be comparing the FK510 to the Bridgestone RE004 that I was using prior.

    Dry grip is good. Very close to the RE004. Definitely more than adequate for daily driving. Even when cornering at speed, the tyres grip well and don’t squeal much. Wet grip is slightly better than the RE004. The RE004 felt a bit nervous when driving quickly on wet roads. But on the FK510, there is less aquaplaning and the car feels more planted.

    Feel wise, the RE004 is noticeably stiffer than the FK510. As a result, the FK510 just doesn’t feel as sharp or darty through corners. A nice handling tyre but just not sharp enough to compete with the best in this mid-range UHP segment. However the FK510 is more comfortable and absorbs bumps better.

    Overall, a good UHP tyre for daily driving but definitely not the best in the segment in terms of handling. I wouldn’t buy these again as I prioritise driving enjoyment over all else but for someone who wants a jack-of-all-trades tyre for their daily driver. The FK510 is a good choice.
    Helpful 17 - tyre reviewed on August 7, 2023
    Given 78% while driving a Subaru BRZ (245/40 R17) on mostly motorways for 2,000 average miles
    I bought these after about a month of searching for 245 wide tires that won't explose my budget, since I wanted some more meat under my BRZ. The sidewall feels softer than my previous set, but it's probably only due to the increased size (going from 215 on a 7in to a 245 on a 9in). Overall the tire has great grip, wether its cold, warm or wet. Tried a single session on them at a local racetrack, and they held very well! No understeer or oversteer even after pushing. I do have a slightly aggressive alignment, which may help. Overall its a great tire for a fun daily driver, maybe not as good as the top dogs in the UHP category, hopefully after some more miles they still shine.
    Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on June 11, 2023
    Given 67% while driving a Volkswagen Passat B7 (235/40 R18) on mostly motorways for 20,000 spirited miles
    Bare in mind before you read this review, I had these tires on a 170 HP VW, so I might not have the most fair review... but man these tires rock. I can never break traction in the dry, and almost never do in the wet. Only complaint is they don't last at all.
    Helpful 28 - tyre reviewed on May 5, 2023
    Given 87% while driving a Alfa Romeo 159 (225/50 R17) on mostly motorways for 30,000 easy going miles
    I had these tires on my previous car (2011 Alfa Romeo 159 SW 2.0 JTDm). I sold it about 1 month ago. As it is still fresh in my memory, a wrote this review. The Falken Azenis FK510 is fantastic! Maybe not the best for rolling resistance so fuel economy, but not bad either. If my new car (2018 Mazda 6 SW 2.0 Skyactiv-G 165) needs new tires, chances are it will be Falken. Maybe I will try the new FK520 then.
    Helpful 23 - tyre reviewed on December 20, 2022
    Given 68% while driving a Volkswagen Golf MK7 R 300 BHP (235/35 R19) on a combination of roads for 0 average miles
    Coming from a set of touring tyres fitted by the previous owner, I immediately noticed how much better they felt on the road. Road feedback and grip was greatly improved. Potholes can be a bit crashy (35 profile on 19inch wheels), but I've found that dropping the tyre pressure (1-2 psi) can help. However these do provide a quiet ride on most road surfaces and are relatively inexpensive down here in Australia.
    Helpful 19 - tyre reviewed on November 17, 2022
    Given 80% while driving a BMW 530D (275/35 R18) on mostly motorways for 12,000 average miles
    Falken fk510 front axle nothing wrong. On rear axle it,s only last 4.8 mm after 18 000 km !
    Helpful 27 - tyre reviewed on November 3, 2022
    Given 80% while driving a Honda Stepwgn (225/40 R19) on mostly town for 12,000 easy going miles
    I really like this tyre. I have 19x8 aftermarket Japanese wheels fitted to my family (8-seater) people mover and almost all of the driving is around town with school runs, shopping, weekend outings and the occasional road trip to another city or town. Unlike many others who choose a tyre of this size and model for daily driving a performance car, my main concern was wet ability and noise. For both of these aspects, I find these tyres to be excellent. After over 13,000 miles on these I still have a lot of tread left and by rotating the tyres I will be able to maximise their lifespan. I find them to be quiet and relatively comfortable, and would have another set without hesitation.
    Helpful 21 - tyre reviewed on September 20, 2022
    Given 94% while driving a Mercedes Benz C200 w205 (245/35 R19) on a combination of roads for 9,000 spirited miles
    All i can say is WOW. Not really a fan of Falkens. After my Michelin Ps4s wears, tyre shop highly recommended me to try this Fk510. After much thought i gave it a try. Driving out the shop i could instantly feel the comfort. Otw home, the rough roads suddenly now became less noisy n less harsh. Was really impressed. So i thought mybe its a comfort tyre with not much grip. But i was wrong. This tyre corners like its on rails. Tried during heavy rain or on dry roads, not a single screech. N after using it for this long, the tyres are still as comfortable n grippy like the day i bought it. Falken has really did an excellent job. Kudos!
    Helpful 25 - tyre reviewed on September 16, 2022