P14 of 20
Beat 32% of the field
Linglong Green Max Test Results
Tested 2011 to 2020
3 publications
Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Linglong Green Max averages a finish of 16th.
- 4Independent tests
- 0Test wins
- 0Podium finishes
- 16thAverage finish
- 27%Field beaten on average
- 3Publications
4 tests, 2011 to 2020
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 27%
The latest test
2020 Auto Zeitung Summer Tyre Test P14 of 20
Record by discipline
Where the Linglong Green Max finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking | 2 | P21.5 of 32.5 | 46% | - |
| Dry Handling | 1 | P19 of 20 | 5% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P19 of 20 | 5% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 2 | P13.5 of 32.5 | 67% | - |
| Wet Handling | 1 | P11 of 20 | 47% | - |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1 | P11 of 20 | 47% | - |
| Straight Aqua | 1 | P15 of 20 | 26% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P13 of 20 | 37% | - |
| Noise | 1 | P3 of 20 | 89% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Rolling Resistance | 1 | P7 of 20 | 68% | - |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 4 tests. Updated September 10, 2025.
Across four summer tests, the Linglong Green Max shows mixed but improving performance, peaking with a mid-pack 14/20 in Auto Zeitung 2020 with standout wet braking and competitive noise/price, yet struggling in dynamic handling and earlier-generation tests. It consistently underperforms in overall rankings (average 16.3) with notable deficits in dry handling and earlier test results (2016 GTU 13/14), indicating limitations in high-speed control and broad consistency versus premium rivals.
Wet braking in 2020 (4/20) and solid dry braking (6/20) suggest decent compound grip, complemented by low noise (3/20) and good value (5/20). However, dry/wet handling balance remains a weakness (19/20 dry handling in 2020; mid-pack wet handling), and the tyre fails to excel in large comparative fields (27/45 in Auto Bild 2019), reflecting mid-to-lower tier overall competitiveness.
Performance Strengths
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Wet Braking Performance
Moderate
Details
- 4th place wet braking (+2.8% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
- 23rd/45 wet braking (+16% from best) in 2019 Auto Bild braking shootout (mid-field among 53 patterns)
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Dry Braking
Moderate
Details
- 6th place dry braking (+3.7% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
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Noise/Comfort Value
Strong
Details
- 3rd/20 noise (71 dB, +1.4% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
- 5th/20 price (+8.7% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
- "Stand out performer from the cheaper tyres" in 2020 article mention
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Rolling Efficiency (relative)
Minor
Details
- 7th/20 rolling resistance (+23.9% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
Performance Weaknesses
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Dry Handling and Subjective Dynamics
Strong
Details
- 19th/20 dry handling (+2.8% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
- 19th/20 subjective dry handling (+70% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
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Overall Competitiveness Across Large Fields
Strong
Details
- 27th/45 overall in 2019 Auto Bild braking qualification
- Average overall position 16.3 across 4 tests
- 13th/14 overall in 2016 GTU test
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Aquaplaning Resistance
Moderate
Details
- 15th/20 straight aquaplaning (+13.4% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
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Wet Handling Balance
Moderate
Details
- 11th/20 wet handling (+8% from best) and 11th/20 subjective wet handling (+62.2% from best) in 2020 Auto Zeitung
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Dry Braking Consistency
Minor
Details
- 37th/45 dry braking (+10.2% from best) in 2019 Auto Bild braking shootout vs. 6th/20 in 2020 Auto Zeitung
Do owners agree with the tests?
Every tester write-up on the Linglong Green Max (2 tests) and 40 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Where owners and testers agree
- Dry grip strength in 1 of 2 tests 12 praise, 3 criticise of 40 reviews · Read those reviews
Raised by owners, not by any test of this tyre
- Wet grip no test mentions it 13 praise, 5 criticise of 40 reviews · Read those reviews
- Value for money no test mentions it 15 praise, 1 criticise of 40 reviews · Read those reviews
- Road noise no test mentions it 7 praise, 2 criticise of 40 reviews · Read those reviews
- Puncture resistance no test mentions it 1 praise, 4 criticise of 40 reviews · Read those reviews
- Vibration and balance no test mentions it 0 praise, 4 criticise of 40 reviews · Read those reviews
Every test, newest first 4
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2020 1 test
2019 1 test
P27 of 53
Beat 41% of the field
2016 1 test
P13 of 14
Beat 8% of the field
2011 1 test
P11 of 15
Beat 29% of the field
2011 Finnish ECO Touring Tyre Test
The Linglong Green Max is the first time a Linglong tyre has scored reasonably in a group test. Its wet braking is rather modest but lateral grip good in the wet and dry. Slightly let down by its rolling resistance.
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