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Linglong Sport Master 4S - Test Results

Test Statistics

5

Tests Completed

9th

Average Position

6th

Best Result

14th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Linglong Sport Master 4S - Official Image

The Linglong Sport Master 4S delivers standout dry performance and surprisingly strong wet braking for a budget-oriented all-season tyre, occasionally challenging premium brands. Across five tests it repeatedly posts top-tier dry braking/handling results and decent subjective feedback/comfort, supporting balanced road manners. However, it consistently underperforms in snow metrics and aquaplaning resistance, and often sits mid-to-lower pack in broader wet handling and rolling resistance. This divergence limits overall rankings despite occasional category highlights and one Satisfactory award.
Overall, the tyre suits temperate climates prioritizing dry grip and short wet stops rather than severe winter use or heavy rain at speed. Persistent weaknesses in snow and hydroplaning, plus inefficient rolling resistance, keep it from higher recommendations.

Performance Strengths
  • Dry Performance Strong
    • 3rd place dry braking in 2025 Autobild Crossover SUV (36.8 m, +7.6%)
    • 2nd place dry handling in 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car (92.7 km/h, +2.0%)
    • 2nd place dry braking in 2025 Autobild SUV (37.0 m, +6.0%)
    • 3rd place dry braking in 2025 Tyre Reviews (40.1 m, +12.6%)
    • 3rd place dry handling in 2025 AutoBild All Season (100.9 km/h, +1.8%)
  • Wet Braking Moderate
    • 2nd place wet braking in 2025 Autobild Crossover SUV (43.67 m, +9.5%)
    • 4th place wet braking in 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car (44.5 m, +13.2%)
  • Comfort and Subjective Feel Moderate
    • 1st place subjective comfort in 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car (13 pts)
    • 2nd place subjective comfort in 2025 Autobild SUV (7.3 pts, +8.8%)
    • 2nd place subjective dry handling in 2025 Tyre Reviews (10 pts)
  • Value/Affordability Indicators Minor
    • Satisfactory award in 2025 Tyre Reviews overall (6/11)
    • Value 8/15 in 2025 AutoBild All Season (+25.8%)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Snow Performance Strong
    • 11th in snow braking/traction/handling in 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car (e.g., snow braking 27.2 m, +19.8%)
    • 11th-12th snow metrics in 2025 Autobild Crossover SUV (e.g., snow braking 28 m, +23.9%)
    • 15th-16th in snow metrics in 2025 AutoBild All Season (e.g., snow braking 29.9 m, +34.1%)
    • 8th-9th snow metrics in 2025 Tyre Reviews (e.g., snow handling 90.8 s, +6.3%)
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • 12th curved aquaplaning in 2025 Autobild Crossover SUV (+16.9%) and 11th straight aqua (+7.3%)
    • 12th curved and 12th straight aqua in 2025 Autobild SUV (+29.1% curved, +13.8% straight)
    • 14th curved and 13th straight aqua in 2025 AutoBild All Season (+19.0% curved, +9.8% straight)
  • Wet Handling (overall) Moderate
    • 11th wet handling and 10th wet circle in 2025 Autobild SUV (+7.2%)
    • 14th wet handling in 2025 AutoBild All Season (+8.2%)
    • 8th wet handling in 2025 Tyre Reviews (+9.4%)
  • Rolling Resistance/Efficiency Strong
    • 11th rolling resistance in 2025 Autobild Crossover SUV (+18.6%)
    • 8th in 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car (+21.1%)
    • 11th in 2025 Autobild SUV (+10.3%)
    • 17th (last) in 2025 AutoBild All Season (+30.1%)
    • 7th in 2025 Tyre Reviews (+15.5%)
Performance Over Time

Test History

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of 12
2025 Autobild Crossover SUV All Season Test

2025
Winner: Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6

The Linglong Sport Master 4S presents itself as a dry-condition specialist and offers the highest permissible load capacity among the candidates tested. However, its winter performance raises conce...
Strong:
Wet Braking
Weak:
Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Snow Slalom, Rolling Resistance, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
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8
of 12
2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

The Linglong Sport Master 4S is the price fighter of the test, offering respectable driving performance on wet and dry surfaces while being the fastest in dry handling among all-season competitors....
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Dry Handling
Weak:
Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Snow Slalom, Snow Traction, Straight Aqua
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10
of 13
2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac

The Linglong Grip Master 4S presents itself as an affordable option with appealing dry road capabilities and good wet performance. On dry surfaces, the Chinese tyre surprisingly delivers excellent ...
Strong:
Subj. Comfort, Dry Braking, Snow Slalom
Weak:
Snow Braking, Snow Traction, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua
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14
of 17
2025 AutoBild All Season Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

The Linglong Sport Master 4S performs as a dry-weather specialist that also handles wet conditions sovereignly, all at an attractive purchase price. This Chinese tyre offers surprisingly competent ...
Weak:
Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Rolling Resistance
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6
of 11
The Best All Season Tyres for 2025/26 Satisfactory

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3

A fairly significant step ahead was the Linglong Sportmaster 4S, which is the new name for the GripMaster 4S. Linglong were one of the original budget manufacturers, but they have been making a hug...
Strong:
Subj. Dry Handling
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