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Uniroyal RainExpert 5

Premium Touring Summer

Replaces the RainExpert 3

The Uniroyal RainExpert 5 has increased increased mileage and comfort when compared to the RainExpert 3.

The quick answer

Owners say 79% from 7 owner reviews 71% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 7th average finish across 1 independent tests Latest: P7 of 12 · 2023 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Value, Wet Dry 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 June 2026.

  • 7owner reviews
  • 42,000miles driven
  • 1professional tests
  • 76sizes available
Uniroyal RainExpert 5 1 photos

Tyre Reviews Score

Uniroyal RainExpert 5

7.2/10

Better than 46% of summer tyres

  • Limited Confidence
  • 1 test
  • 7 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tyres we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests1 test · 1 publication · 2023 40% 86%
Owner reviews7 owner reviews · rated 79% 81% 14%
Combined 46% 7.2

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 79% 44% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 7% 40% 1
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 83% 9% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 51% 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.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 59% 1
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 21% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 87% of the test figure. The other 13% comes from its predecessor, the Uniroyal RainExpert 3, 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

  1. 2023 2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested Auto Bild Allrad · 225/65 R17 P7 / 12
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2023 Best SUV Tyres Tested P7 of 12

Good.

Strong: Straight Aqua, Curved Aquaplaning, Grass Traction, Mud Traction Weak: Dry Braking, Dry Handling Winner: Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

YearTestResultAward
20232023 Best SUV Tyres TestedAuto Bild Allrad · 225/65 R17P7 / 12
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Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range48 sizes available

155-265Width60-80Profile14-18Rim75-112 T-WLoad/Speed Index2021First On Market

EU LabelAcross 48 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-73dB

Popular sizes205/60 R16205/50 R16185/65 R15185/60 R14185/65 R14175/65 R15
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 stops 3.5% longer than premium rivals, 3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 15.4% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 79/100, and owners rate it 8.7/10 in the wet from 7 reviews.
How good is the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 stops 6.2% longer than premium rivals, 4.4% longer than mid-range rivals and 6% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 7/100, and owners rate it 7.6/10 in the dry from 7 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Uniroyal RainExpert 5?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Uniroyal RainExpert 5's rolling resistance is 4.9% lower than premium rivals, 7.5% lower than mid-range rivals and 19.8% lower than budget rivals.
What do owners say about the Uniroyal RainExpert 5?
Across 7 owner ratings the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 averages 79%. Owners rate Wet Grip highest at 8.7 out of 10 and Handling lowest at 7.1. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 71% of owners score it 70% or better.
What is the Uniroyal RainExpert 5's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
More questions about the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 (5)
How comfortable and quiet are the Uniroyal RainExpert 5?
Owners rate the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 8.7 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 7 reviews.
How well do the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 7.7 out of 10 for wear across 7 reviews. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 2,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 again?
71% of owners say they would buy the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 again, based on the 7 owner reviews that answered the question. 57% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What does the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 replace?
The Uniroyal RainExpert 5 is the successor to the Uniroyal RainExpert 3 in Uniroyal's range.
What sizes does the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 come in?
The Uniroyal RainExpert 5 is available in 76 sizes, ranging from 155-265/60-80 R14-18.
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Uniroyal RainExpert 5 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 7 reviews

Drivers generally report the Uniroyal RainExpert 5 as a very strong wet-weather tyre, with multiple high-scoring reviews describing outstanding wet grip, reassuring stability in heavy rain, and confident braking/handling. Many also note it is quiet and comfortable, with good overall performance and strong value for money. A smaller but notable minority report weaker dry grip/traction (especially on starts), including one very low-score review describing unsafe dry performance on low-grip surfaces.

What owners mention most counted across 7 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 7 ratings

  • Owner score 79%
  • Wet Grip 87%
  • Comfort 87%
  • Road Feedback 77%
  • Wear 77%
  • Dry Grip 76%
  • Handling 71%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 97%

“It is a very good road holding and braking on dry and wet surfaces, and it is also a quiet and comfortable tire. As someone who uses all the other expensive brands, the only difference between them is that it is cheap...”

  • Ford Focus
  • 1,000 miles
Read full review → 806 found this helpful
Most critical 33%

“The tires in size 205/50/16 were fitted to a mazda nc. Total disappointment after the first 5000. Miserable in the dry, average in the wet. In conditions where there is increased slip on the road surface it is very...”

  • Mazda Mx5 2008
  • 16,000 miles
Read full review → 965 found this helpful
Longest term 69%

“I used them because I was impressed with their predecessor (Rainexpert 3). But the Rainexpert 5 are nowhere near! Still ok tyres, but a big step behind comparatively, in the dry. Low grip on starts, especially.”

  • Citroën Xantia 1,8 16v
  • 15,000 miles
Read full review → 963 found this helpful

All 7 Uniroyal RainExpert 5 reviews

Score spread across 7 written reviews
78%
Aleksandar75
Initial Impressions
Excellent on wet and very good on dry, good handling, they are precisely made. Driving comfort much better than to Hankook Ventus Prime3 which replaced.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 40
93%
Member
  • MINI ONE
  • 175/65 R15
  • 2,000 miles
  • Mostly Country Roads
  • Average
Tyres fitted to Mini one. All round i am very pleased with these tyres. Have driven during very heavy rain on country roads and found to be very sure footed and reassuring grip.
Drives well in the dry and so far have not had any grip issues.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 535
97%
Member
  • Ford Focus
  • 185/65 R14
  • 1,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
It is a very good road holding and braking on dry and wet surfaces, and it is also a quiet and comfortable tire. As someone who uses all the other expensive brands, the only difference between them is that it is cheap...
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 806

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91%
Member
The tyres are fantastic,but were it is even more fantastic is at wet and heavy wet roads,it is like you're driving in dry road without any water, first time i drive in a heavy rain and i couldn't believe the behaviour of the steering wheel (+) of course.my ex tyres were rain ex 3 ,and i was very satisfied,but the 5 is even much better!!
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 986
69%
Member
I used them because I was impressed with their predecessor (Rainexpert 3). But the Rainexpert 5 are nowhere near! Still ok tyres, but a big step behind comparatively, in the dry. Low grip on starts, especially.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 963
33%
Member
The tires in size 205/50/16 were fitted to a mazda nc. Total disappointment after the first 5000. Miserable in the dry, average in the wet. In conditions where there is increased slip on the road surface it is
very dangerous. This is probably also due to the Greek roads
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 3
  • Wet Grip 2
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 2
  • Wear 3
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 965
91%
Member
Wet grip is outstanding and very quiet on the road with reasonable steering feel, can’t say on wear yet but my van is much more sure footed on these Uniroyals than the original Michelin’s in the wet, will definitely buy again
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 814
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