84%
- Toyota Avensis
- 195/60 R15
- 15,000 miles
gentle comfortable tire, a real all-round recommendation!!!
GT Radial FE2
Replaced by the FE2 EVO Replaces the Champiro FE1
Aimed primarily at compact and family passenger cars and small and crossover SUVs, the GT Radial FE2 is initially available in 17 sizes from 15-18", with speed indices T, H, V, W and Y, section widths from 185-235 and series sizes from 50-65. The tyre has ultimately registered a 15% improvement in wet braking, 12% upgrade in wet handling and a 7% increase in aquaplaning resistance against the original GT Radial Champiro FE1 pattern. It will also deliver around 5% more mileage.
The quick answer
Strengths & weaknesses
Value, Dry
Comfort
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 October 2026.
- 6owner reviews
- 34,505miles driven
- 6professional tests
All Tests
View Test ResultsTested 6 times by independent publications, the GT Radial FE2 averages a finish of 17th.
6
Tests
0
Test Wins
17th
Average
11th
Best
22nd
Worst
Finishing position in each test
| Year | Test | Result | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P14 / 20 | |
| 2024 | 2024 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P19 / 55 | |
| 2023 | 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 205/55 R16 | P22 / 50 | |
| 2022 | Tyre Reviews Best Summer Touring TyresTyre Reviews · 205/55 R16 | P11 / 13 | Tested by Tyre Reviews |
| 2022 | 2022 Auto Bild Summer Tyre TestAuto Bild · 215/55 R17 | P20 / 21 | |
| 2022 | 2022 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 215/55 R17 | P17 / 50 |
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Running Costs
View TestIn 205/55 R16, the GT Radial FE2 is projected to cost €14.73 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €589 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test.
GT Radial FE2€14.73
Dimensions & Label Scores
View AllSize Range42 sizes available
165-235Width50-70Profile14-18Rim81-108 T-YLoad/
EU LabelAcross 42 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.
Fuel
A2%
B17%
C62%
D19%
E
Wet
A88%
B10%
C
D2%
E
Noise
69-71dB A/B
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the GT Radial FE2 in the wet?
Across the 6 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the GT Radial FE2 stops 5.7% longer than premium rivals, 3.2% longer than mid-range rivals and 9.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 47/100, and owners rate it 7.6/10 in the wet from 6 reviews.
How good is the GT Radial FE2 in the dry?
Across the 6 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the GT Radial FE2 stops 3.1% longer than premium rivals, 0.8% longer than mid-range rivals and 4.1% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 58/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the dry from 6 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the GT Radial FE2?
Across the 3 tests measuring rolling resistance, the GT Radial FE2's rolling resistance is 9.1% higher than premium rivals, 1.9% lower than mid-range rivals and 3.5% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the GT Radial FE2 last?
Based on test and owner data, the GT Radial FE2 is expected to last around 19,426 miles (31,263 km).
How much does the GT Radial FE2 cost to run?
In 205/55 R16, the GT Radial FE2 is projected to cost €14.73 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €589 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2024 AutoBild Summer Tyre Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2, at €10.33.
More questions about the GT Radial FE2 (4)
What is the GT Radial FE2's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the GT Radial FE2 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 69 dB for noise.
What does the GT Radial FE2 replace?
The GT Radial FE2 is the successor to the GT Radial Champiro FE1 in GT Radial's range.
Has the GT Radial FE2 been replaced?
The GT Radial FE2 has been replaced by the GT Radial FE2 EVO.
What sizes does the GT Radial FE2 come in?
The GT Radial FE2 is available in 153 sizes, ranging from 165-235/50-70 R14-18.
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GT Radial FE2 Owner Reviews
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Across 6 owner ratings the GT Radial FE2 averages 83%. Owners rate Comfort highest at 8.8 out of 10 and Road Feedback lowest at 7.5. 1 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles.
Owner ratings averaged from 6 ratings
- Owner score 83%
- Comfort 88%
- Dry Grip 83%
- Wear 83%
- Handling 82%
- Wet Grip 76%
- Road Feedback 75%
All 3 GT Radial FE2 reviews
Score spread across 3 written reviews
83%
- MG Morris 1000
- 165/70 R14
- 5 miles
- Mostly Country Roads
- Average
Just had a new set of these fitted, to replace 10 year old mixed make tyres that were getting dangerously slippery on wet roads. I immediately noticed they seem to give a softer and quieter ride over the local rough surfaced country roads. They were very good value, at £260 for a set of four, including valves and balancing.
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80%
- Skoda
- 185/60 R14
- 500 miles
- Mostly Town
- Average
I've just mounted them on the car. These are my first thoughts. I find this tyres interesting. I drive mostly in town but I often get the impression that they are not as grippy as the winter Debicas I've had before. They are way better than an 6 year old summer tyre that I had last summer. So dry grip it is average for town driving. In the wet I think they excel, they give you great confidence, for example when going through puddles or sharp corners. Comfort is good. It was a noticeable difference from the winter tyres going over bumps. They are quiet, I mean in the first miles I noticed how less I hear the tyres. All in all I think I made a good choice, now I want to see their fuel mileage and wear.
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