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Petlas Imperium PT515

Touring Summer

The Petlas Imperium PT515 is an economy touring summer tyre with support for tread life and value. Independent tests repeatedly found weak braking and handling, especially in the wet, despite more favourable everyday owner impressions.

The quick answer

Owners say 78% from 13 owner reviews 85% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 23rd average finish across 7 independent tests Latest: P28 of 55 · 2024 See every test
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 January 2026.

  • 13owner reviews
  • 254,055miles driven
  • 7professional tests
Petlas Imperium PT515 1 photos

Tyre Reviews Score

Petlas Imperium PT515

6.0/10

Better than 28% of summer tyres

  • High Confidence
  • 5 tests
  • 13 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests5 tests · 3 publications · 2021-2024 23% 89%
Owner reviews13 owner reviews · rated 78% 75% 11%
Combined 28% 6.0

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tyres in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 24% 44% 4
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 36% 40% 4
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 77% 9% 3
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 2% 7% 1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tyre was doing. They are not counted a second time.

HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 24% 1
BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 24% 4

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 95% of the test figure. The other 5% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2024 2024 Summer Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P28 / 55
  2. 2023 2023 ADAC Summer Tyre Test ADAC · 205/55 R16 P30 / 50
  3. 2022 2022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre Test Vi Bilagare · 205/55 R16 P10 / 10
  4. 2021 2021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16 ADAC · 205/55 R16 P14 / 15
  5. 2021 2021 53 Summer Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P35 / 53
  6. 2019 2019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 ADAC · 185/65 R15 P13 / 16 Placing only
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  1. 2015 2015 Market Overview - Braking Test Auto Bild · 185/60 R15 P29 / 54 Placing only
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Tested 7 times by independent publications, the Petlas Imperium PT515 averages a finish of 23rd.

7 Tests
0 Test Wins
23rd Average
10th Best
35th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20152024

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20242024 Summer Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P28 / 55
20232023 ADAC Summer Tyre TestADAC · 205/55 R16P30 / 50
20222022 ViBilagare Eco vs Normal Tyre TestVi Bilagare · 205/55 R16P10 / 10
20212021 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 205/55 R16ADAC · 205/55 R16P14 / 15
20212021 53 Summer Tyre Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P35 / 53
20192019 ADAC Summer Tyre Test - 185/65 R15ADAC · 185/65 R15P13 / 16
20152015 Market Overview - Braking TestAuto Bild · 185/60 R15P29 / 54

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

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Size Range36 sizes available

175-225Width45-70Profile13-17Rim77-109 T-WLoad/Speed Index2014First On Market

EU LabelAcross 36 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-72dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17185/65 R15195/60 R15215/60 R16195/55 R15205/60 R15
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Petlas Imperium PT515 in the wet?
Across the 4 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Petlas Imperium PT515 stops 14.2% longer than premium rivals, 12.3% longer than mid-range rivals and 3.5% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 24/100, and owners rate it 7/10 in the wet from 13 reviews.
How good is the Petlas Imperium PT515 in the dry?
Across the 4 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Petlas Imperium PT515 stops 7.2% longer than premium rivals, 4.3% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.5% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 36/100, and owners rate it 8.1/10 in the dry from 13 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Petlas Imperium PT515?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Petlas Imperium PT515's rolling resistance is 17.8% higher than premium rivals and 10.7% higher than mid-range rivals.
How many miles does the Petlas Imperium PT515 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Petlas Imperium PT515 is expected to last around 27,682 miles (44,550 km).
What do owners say about the Petlas Imperium PT515?
Across 13 owner ratings the Petlas Imperium PT515 averages 78%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.1 out of 10 and Wet Grip lowest at 7. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 82% of owners score it 70% or better.
More questions about the Petlas Imperium PT515 (5)
What is the Petlas Imperium PT515's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Petlas Imperium PT515 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Petlas Imperium PT515?
Owners rate the Petlas Imperium PT515 7.7 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 11 reviews.
How well do the Petlas Imperium PT515 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Petlas Imperium PT515 7.8 out of 10 for wear across 11 reviews. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 20,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Petlas Imperium PT515 again?
85% of owners say they would buy the Petlas Imperium PT515 again, based on the 13 owner reviews that answered the question. 31% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What sizes does the Petlas Imperium PT515 come in?
The Petlas Imperium PT515 is available in 53 sizes, ranging from 175-225/45-70 R13-17.
Owner Questions (1)
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Is the imperiumT515, a RUNFLAT?
May 24, 2020
There are a number of Petlas PT515 in runflat sizes. The tyre retailer should indicate this on their website.

Petlas Imperium PT515 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 11 reviews

The Petlas Imperium PT515 receives its clearest owner support for value, with dry handling and tread life also attracting favourable comments. Later-life accounts include long service, although the two most enthusiastic high-mileage reviews come from the same owner and should not be counted as independent experiences. Wet grip is less convincing, with three critical mentions against two positive ones, ranging from satisfactory everyday behaviour to limited confidence in rain. Dry grip leans positive but has fewer comments than value, while comfort is split. The small owner sample supports its economy appeal more clearly than consistent wet-road performance.

What owners mention most counted across 9 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 13 ratings

  • Owner score 78%
  • Dry Grip 81%
  • Handling 78%
  • Wear 78%
  • Comfort 77%
  • Road Feedback 76%
  • Wet Grip 70%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 72%

“The tire was solid, there was no fault or defect. The seller sent it very quickly and I did not pay for the installation. Petlas's best tire is IMPERIUM. I used Falken before. Falken is better quality than Petlas, its...”

  • Ford Transit Courier
  • 15,000 miles
Read full review → 881 found this helpful
Longest term 70%

“Good noise and shock absorption, way better than my old michelin green X. Grip is pretty good from getgo before they warm up compared to others I used, but only serviceable in rain. Fuel consumption is more compared to...”

  • Renault
  • 20,000 miles
Read full review → 1,044 found this helpful

All 11 Petlas Imperium PT515 reviews

Score spread across 11 written reviews
70%
Member
Initial Impressions
no bad.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 7
Helpful 183
72%
Anonymous
The tire was solid, there was no fault or defect. The seller sent it very quickly and I did not pay for the installation. Petlas's best tire is IMPERIUM. I used Falken before. Falken is better quality than Petlas, its wet and dry ground grip is better, but it wore out quickly. Falken is a soft tire.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 5
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 2
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 7
Helpful 881
70%
Member
  • Renault
  • 205/65 R15
  • 20,000 miles
  • Mostly Town
  • Average
Good noise and shock absorption, way better than my old michelin green X. Grip is pretty good from getgo before they warm up compared to others I used, but only serviceable in rain. Fuel consumption is more compared to green x, but i exclusively drive in start stop traffic so not really noticeable in my use case.
For hard cornering its way better than green x's but thats not saying much considering those are eco hypermiling tires.
I got them for a pretty good deal, and they are available in some of the hard to find sizes, which was why I bought these.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 5
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,044

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87%
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Used them for 88,000 kms and has to change them because of uneven wear on 1 tyre. Haven’t reached wear indicators yet. Handling for wet & dry in the tropics under everyday normal conditions is very good. Best economical tyres in my book. I replaced them with exactly the same tyres. Highly recommend these.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 838
83%
Member
For six years I've been using these tyres. And stil looking good ( I used it only 12,000 km's) I'm about to change them to 4 seasons tyres for my conditions. I am not an agressive driver and never had a problem with these tyres even wet.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 924
89%
Member
Great all around economical long lasting tyres. Great wet grip for a standard tyre.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 956
71%
Member
using since 2 years in istanbul Turkey , i had no big expectations before buying but durabiliy is so good therefore dry road grip is very good . also tyres are poverfull against for bad quality village roads for summer season , Comfort is leak but handling on asphalt is good for me .and tyre performance speed till 170 km/h on highway is good . i am not using tyres in winter season for a long time .
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 4
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 945
86%
Member
  • Rover 620
  • 205/60 R15 H
  • 20,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
For this price i really think they are perfect :) btw they are 3 years old and the rubber is soft
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 714
69%
Member
Wet performance is not very good . The tyre grips on dry ground and the braking is good, but as the rubber ages, these properties also disappear .
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 6
Helpful 687
89%
Member
BEST SUITABLE FOR TOYOTA CAMRY, AMAZING RESULTS
VERY COST EFFECTIVE
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 727
64%
Member
same as bridgestone
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 6
  • Buy again 6
Helpful 671
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