Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun - Test Results

Test Statistics

26

Tests Completed

7th

Average Position

3rd

Best Result

15th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun - Official Image

Across 26 summer tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun delivers balanced, often competitive performance with standout wet safety and aquaplaning resistance, plus strong dry handling. It frequently places upper-midfield to top tier in key dynamic disciplines and has multiple top results (e.g., wet braking wins and aquaplaning podiums). However, consistently elevated rolling resistance and occasional mediocre noise/comfort scores limit overall rankings, and results can vary by size/application (notably some SUV/van tests).
Overall, it's a safe, confidence-inspiring choice in the wet with very solid dry handling, but efficiency-focused buyers or those prioritizing low fuel consumption may be better served elsewhere.

Performance Strengths
  • Wet Weather Performance Strong
    • 1st place wet braking in 2020 Tyre Reviews (35.7 m)
    • Top-4 wet braking and circle in 2023 Tyre Reviews (4th wet braking 33.88 m; 4th wet circle +1.3%)
    • 3rd wet braking in 2022 Auto Bild (43.6 m) and 3rd wet braking (concrete) in 2024 ADAC (+13.4% advantage vs worst, 3/16)
    • Consistently strong wet handling: 2024 AutoBild 10/21 (+2.2%); 2020 Tyre Reviews 5/12 (+0.3%)
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • Straight aquaplaning wins: 2022 Auto Bild (1/22); 2021 Sport Auto (1/11); 2019 Aftonbladet (1/13)
    • Frequent top-3 aquaplaning: 2024 Motorhome curved 2/10 and straight 3/10; 2023 Tyre Reviews straight 2/13 and curved 2/13; 2024 AutoBild straight 6/21, curved 5/21
  • Dry Handling Strong
    • 1st place dry handling in 2024 AutoBild (1/21)
    • Top-5 dry handling in 2020 Tyre Reviews (4/12, +0.3%); 2023 Tyre Reviews (5/13, +0.9%); 2024 AZ (5/9, +1.5%)
    • 2025 Motor LRR: dry braking 2/7 (+0.6%) and dry handling 3/7 (+0.8%)
  • Value/Wear (durability and cost efficiency) Moderate
    • Good wear results: 2023 ADAC wear 15/50 (+42.9% from best); 2018 Auto Bild wear 4/20 (+10.9%)
    • Value metrics often favorable: 2021 Auto Bild value 6/20 (+24.4%); 2024 ADAC value 8/16 (+61%)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Rolling Resistance / Fuel Efficiency Strong
    • Consistently bottom-tier RR: 2022 Auto Bild 22/22 (+64.9%); 2021 Sport Auto 11/11 (+30.3%); 2020 Tyre Reviews 12/12 (+36.6%); 2020 Auto Bild 17" 10/10 (+36.2%); 2023 Tyre Reviews 11/13 (+29%)
    • 2024 ADAC fuel consumption last (16/16, +5.3%)
  • Noise/Comfort Moderate
    • Mid-to-lower noise results: 2023 ADAC noise 42/50 (+4.1%); 2024 AutoBild noise 13/21 (+1.9%); 2025 Motor noise 5/7 (+2.5%)
    • Subjective comfort variability: 2020 Tyre Reviews comfort 11/12
  • SUV/Van Application Variability Moderate
    • 2024 Motorhome wet handling last (10/10, +2.7%) and dry braking 9/10 (+5.1%), overall 8/10
    • 2022 AZ SUV overall 8/10 with wet braking 8/10 (+5.8%) and RR last (10/10)
  • Dry Braking Variability Minor
    • Occasional weak dry braking: 2021 Sport Auto 11/11 (+7.8%); 2020 17" 8/10 (+9.6%); 2024 AZ 8/9 (+4.3%)
    • But also strong showings: 2025 Motor 2/7 (+0.6%)
Performance Over Time

Test History

5
of 7
2025 Motor Low Rolling Resistance (AA) Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Continental UltraContact NXT

The Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun demonstrates the narrowing gap between mid-range and premium tyres, matching Bridgestone's overall score to tie for fourth place. The Falken particularly impresses in d...
Strong:
Dry Braking
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning
8
of 8
2024 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Vredestein Ultrac

Summary The Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun, despite being seven years old, showed mixed performance across various tests. Its strengths were in aquaplaning resistance and refinement, performing well i...
8
of 10
2024 Motorhome Summer Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza Sport

Strong:
Curved Aquaplaning
Weak:
Dry Braking, Wet Handling
6
of 9
2024 AZ Summer Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun is a decent tyre for everyday driving, offering a comfortable ride and reasonable performance in both wet and dry conditions. However, this older model suffers from hig...
Weak:
Dry Braking, Rolling Resistance, Straight Aqua
7
of 21
2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Michelin Primacy 4 Plus

Good.
Strong:
Dry Handling
10
of 16
2024 ADAC Summer Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Falken Ziex ZE 310 EcoRun achieves only a satisfactory overall result, primarily due to its dry performance. On dry surfaces, it fails to provide precise steering feedback, making it difficult ...
Weak:
Fuel Consumption
7
of 55
2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

3
of 12
2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested

2023
Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

Exemplary.
Strong:
Sand Traction
Weak:
Wet Circle
6
of 50
2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test

2023
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

Driving safety: The Falken ZIEX ZE310 ECORUN sets the bar high on dry roads and also secures a good rating on wet roads, which leads to a good assessment of driving safety. The Falken secured the t...
6
of 13
Tyre Reviews Best Summer Touring Tyres

2023
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Falken Ziex ZE310 combines a very high aquaplaning resistance with good wet braking and very high levels of comfort.
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
8
of 10
2022 AZ SUV Tyre Test

2022
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005

The ZE-310 has safe handling however it has high rolling resistance and average comfort.
Strong:
Price
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
5
of 22
2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre Test

2022
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

Strong:
Straight Aqua
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
5
of 44
2022 Summer Tyre Market Overview

2022
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005

15
of 20
2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre Test

2021
Winner: Kumho Ecsta HS51

Acceptable.
9
of 11
2021 Sport Auto Summer Tyre Test

2021
Winner: Michelin Primacy 4

Good.
Strong:
Straight Aqua
Weak:
Tyre Weight, Dry Braking, Rolling Resistance
6
of 10
2021 All Road SUV Summer Tyre Test

2021
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV

Recommended.
Weak:
Gravel Traction, Mud Traction, Rolling Resistance
8
of 53
2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test

2021
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125

9
of 10
2020 Auto Express Summer Tyre Test

2020
Winner: Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

Although the Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun handled well in the dry, rolling resistance let it down.
3
of 12
2020 Tyre Reviews Ultimate Summer Tyre Test

2020
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 6

A very strong performance for the Falken ZIEX ZE310, with good grip in the dry and wet.
Strong:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking
Weak:
Subj. Comfort, Tyre Weight, Rolling Resistance
8
of 10
2020 New 17 Inch Summer Tyre Test

2020
Winner: Continental Premium Contact 6

Strong:
Noise, Straight Aqua
Weak:
Rolling Resistance
7
of 13
2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test

2019
Winner: Nokian Hakka Blue 2

Strong:
Straight Aqua
5
of 9
2019 ACE Summer Tyre Test

2019
Winner: Nokian WetProof

8
of 11
2019 AMS Summer SUV Tyre Test

2019
Winner: Nokian WetProof

Weak:
Rolling Resistance
10
of 16
2019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15

2019
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza T005

3
of 20
2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test

2018
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125

6
of 47
2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview

2018
Winner: Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125