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Firestone Roadhawk
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The Firestone RoadHawk is a good-value mid-range summer touring tyre with secure wet handling, strong aquaplaning resistance and dependable dry grip for everyday driving. It often feels comfortable and reassuring, making it a sensible option for drivers prioritising safety and price over sporty response. However, wet braking, road noise and long-term wear are recurring concerns, so it falls short of the best premium touring tyres.
In use, the Firestone RoadHawk suits drivers looking for dependable everyday grip rather than outright premium performance. Its best attribute is its behaviour in wet conditions, where it feels secure and resists standing water well, although professional tests show that stopping distances in the wet can lag behind class leaders. Dry performance is generally predictable and confidence-inspiring for normal road driving, but larger or sportier fitments can expose a softer, less precise feel.
The main reservations are durability, refinement and consistency. Many owners like the initial value and comfort, but a notable number report fast or uneven tread wear, which can undermine long-term value. The soft sidewall construction helps ride comfort but can make the tyre look under-inflated and reduce steering sharpness, while noise is a repeated weakness in both driver feedback and independent testing. Overall, it is a competent mid-range summer touring tyre with clear wet-weather strengths, but it is not without compromises.
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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 November 2026.
- 46owner reviews
- 383,106miles driven
- 24professional tests
All Tests
View Test ResultsTested 24 times by independent publications, the Firestone RoadHawk averages a finish of 11th.
Finishing position in each test
| Year | Test | Result | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P6 / 20 | |
| 2024 | 2024 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P12 / 55 | |
| 2023 | 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 205/55 R16 | P20 / 50 | |
| 2023 | 2023 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R18 | P31 / 50 | |
| 2022 | 2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer Tyre TestADAC · 215/60 R16 | P11 / 18 | |
| 2022 | 2022 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 15 InchADAC · 185/65 R15 | P9 / 16 | |
| 2022 | 2022 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 215/55 R17 | P28 / 50 | |
| 2021 | 2021 Auto Bild 16 Inch Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P9 / 20 | |
| 2021 | 2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 225/50 R17ADAC · 225/50 R17 | P17 / 17 | |
| 2021 | 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P10 / 53 | |
| 2020 | 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18 | P9 / 20 | |
| 2020 | 2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 225/50 R17 | P12 / 20 | |
| 2020 | 2020 ACE Mid Range Summer Tyre TestACE · 215/55 R17 | P7 / 9 | |
| 2020 | 2020 Tyre Market Overview Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18 | P11 / 50 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre TestAuto Navigator · 205/55 R16 | P9 / 15 | |
| 2019 | 2019 NAF Summer Tyre TestNAF · 205/55 R16 | P3 / 7 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P18 / 20 | |
| 2019 | 2019 Summer 53 Tyre Braking ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/45 R17 | P13 / 53 | |
| 2019 | 2019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15ADAC · 185/65 R15 | P5 / 16 | |
| 2018 | 2018 New and Worn Summer Tyre TestAuto Navigator · 205/55 R16 | P8 / 16 | |
| 2018 | 2018 Gute Fahrt Summer Tyre TestGute Fahrt · 205/55 R16 | P4 / 12 | |
| 2018 | 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 195/65 R15 | P4 / 20 | |
| 2018 | 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre OverviewAuto Bild · 195/65 R15 | P3 / 51 | |
| 2018 | 2018 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16ADAC · 205/55 R16 | P4 / 16 |
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View TestIn 205/55 R16, the Firestone Roadhawk is projected to cost €13.07 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €523 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test.
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165-295Width30-70Profile15-21Rim81-116 T-YLoad/
EU LabelAcross 118 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.
Fuel
Wet
Noise
68-73dB A/B
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These firestone tyres have not been tested against a 'good ' tyre such as the Hankook Ventus Prime 3. They have been compared with lesser tyres I believe. Show more These firestone tyres have not been tested against a 'good ' tyre such as the Hankook Ventus Prime 3. They have been compared with lesser tyres I believe. And they don't seem to be available with 95 rating only 99 or XL rating. Which I am not looking for as my car has quite hard suspension anyway. Would you think the Hankook tyres would be a better purchase? Show less
I will be needing new tyres in approx. 6 months and wondered if the Firestone Roadhawk is due to be tested this year. Show more I will be needing new tyres in approx. 6 months and wondered if the Firestone Roadhawk is due to be tested this year. It appears to be in my price range, and seems better than most at that price point. I just wondered if anything conclusive has been printed?? Show less
Firestone Roadhawk Owner Reviews
Review this tyreWhat owners say summarised from 43 reviews
Firestone RoadHawk is most often described as a strong-value mid-range tyre with confident dry and wet grip (including good resistance to standing water) and a generally comfortable ride. However, a large share of drivers report rapid tread wear-sometimes uneven-leading to poor longevity and value over time. Another recurring complaint is very soft sidewalls/deflection that can make the tyre look under-inflated and contribute to vague steering/handling on some cars, with noise levels also reported as higher by a notable minority.
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Owner ratings averaged from 46 ratings
- Owner score 66%
- Dry Grip 83%
- Wet Grip 73%
- Comfort 71%
- Road Feedback 69%
- Handling 64%
- Wear 56%
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- 25,000 miles
A good overall tyre , value for money. A good choice for medium range types.
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- 30,000 miles
very grippy, not very fuel efficient but that's fair.
40k km and still a lot of tread, probably due to very light car
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- 235/45 R18
- 7,000 miles
Not happy to be honest, wont buy again
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