2023 AZ UHP Summer Tire Test

The 2023 Auto Zeitung Performance Summer Tire Test included nine of the very best UHP summer tires in the popular 235/35 R19 tire size, and also included the Michelin CrossClimate 2 all season / all weather tire so show us how one of the best all season tires compared to some of the best summer tires. The test car was a 280bhp Ford Focus ST which will give the summer tires a good stress test, let alone the all seasons!

Test Publication:

235/35 R19 10 tires 4 categories

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Test Publication:

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Test Size: 235/35 R19

Tires Tested: 10 tires

Test Categories:
4 categories (9 tests)

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Wet

The Continental SportContact 7 and Bridgestone Potenza Sport led the way in wet braking, with a small gap to the third placed Pirelli P Zero PZ4.

The magazine noted the overall group was very close with the worst summer tire 7.1 meters behind the best... which actually sounds like quite a gap, and the CrossClimate 2 was another half meter behind the best summer tire. We know from all season tests the CrossClimate 2 isn't the best all season tire in the wet, so it's fair to assume an all season tire with higher wet grip could have jumped the Giti.

Wet handling had the Bridgestone back at the top, narrowly beating the Pirelli by just 0.2 seconds. Michelin, Goodyear and Kumho were next in line with the all season tire again at the back.

The all season tire again struggled during the aquaplaning tests, with the Giti the best of the summer tires.

Dry

Continental were back at the front for dry braking with the Falken Azenis FK520 and Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tied for second place. The CrossClimate 2, which IS the best all season tire in dry braking, again couldn't match any of the summer tires.

The Potenza Sport was back in the lead for dry handling, with the Continental again close behind.

Environment

The Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 was the quietest tire of the group, with the Michelin Pilot Sport 5 posting a rather high external noise figure.

The CrossClimate 2 had a huge advantage during the rolling resistance test, with the Giti GitiSportS2 the best of the summer tires, 12% off the all season tire.

There was a significant premium for the all season tire in the purchase prices.

Results

1^st

Continental SportContact 7

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: C/A/72
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10 kgs
• Tread: 6.9 mm

The new Continental SportContact 7 wins with balanced properties that very convincingly solve the balancing act between sportiness and efficiency. Safe when wet.

Dry

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	1st	31.6 M			100%
Dry Handling	2nd	98.5 s	98.4 s	+0.1 s	99.9%

Wet

97.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	1st	38.1 M			100%
Wet Handling	7th	69.2 s	66.5 s	+2.7 s	96.1%
Wet Circle	2nd	13.45 s	13.41 s	+0.04 s	99.7%
Straight Aqua	5th	79.4 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-3.9 Km/H	95.32%

Comfort

97.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	3rd	69 dB	67 dB	+2 dB	97.1%

Value

79.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	7th	750	540	+210	72%
Rolling Resistance	3rd	8.26 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+1.06 kg / t	87.17%

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1^st

Bridgestone Potenza Sport

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: D/A/72
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 9.9 kgs
• Tread: 6.5 mm

Outstanding on wet roads, great performance in the dry - this is how the Bridgestone Potenza Sport brought the test win. Slightly more expensive than the Conti with the same points and worse in terms of rolling resistance.

Dry

98.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	4th	32.6 M	31.6 M	+1 M	96.93%
Dry Handling	1st	98.4 s			100%

Wet

98.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	1st	38.1 M			100%
Wet Handling	1st	66.5 s			100%
Wet Circle	6th	13.72 s	13.41 s	+0.31 s	97.74%
Straight Aqua	3rd	80.3 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-3 Km/H	96.4%

Comfort

94.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	8th	71 dB	67 dB	+4 dB	94.37%

Value

73.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	8th	760	540	+220	71.05%
Rolling Resistance	10th	9.47 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+2.27 kg / t	76.03%

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3^rd

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: C/A/69
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 9.5 kgs
• Tread: 6.9 mm

Second place for the current, sixth generation of the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric, which shines as a dynamic all-rounder with remarkable driving comfort. Not a pure racer, but very harmonious.

Dry

97.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	6th	33 M	31.6 M	+1.4 M	95.76%
Dry Handling	3rd	99.1 s	98.4 s	+0.7 s	99.29%

Wet

96.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	6th	40.6 M	38.1 M	+2.5 M	93.84%
Wet Handling	4th	68.4 s	66.5 s	+1.9 s	97.22%
Wet Circle	5th	13.67 s	13.41 s	+0.26 s	98.1%
Straight Aqua	6th	79.3 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-4 Km/H	95.2%

Comfort

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	1st	67 dB			100%

Value

81.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	5th	700	540	+160	77.14%
Rolling Resistance	5th	8.39 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+1.19 kg / t	85.82%

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3^rd

Pirelli P Zero PZ4

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: C/A/71
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10.4 kgs
• Tread: 7.4 mm

Once again the Pirelli P Zero, this time in the PZ4 S.C. version, can establish itself at the forefront with its dynamic talents and its meticulously balanced steering characteristics. Level on points with Goodyear.

Dry

97.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	5th	32.7 M	31.6 M	+1.1 M	96.64%
Dry Handling	5th	100.1 s	98.4 s	+1.7 s	98.3%

Wet

97.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	3rd	39.6 M	38.1 M	+1.5 M	96.21%
Wet Handling	2nd	66.7 s	66.5 s	+0.2 s	99.7%
Wet Circle	1st	13.41 s			100%
Straight Aqua	6th	79.3 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-4 Km/H	95.2%

Comfort

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	6th	70 dB	67 dB	+3 dB	95.71%

Value

74.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	6th	745	540	+205	72.48%
Rolling Resistance	9th	9.46 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+2.26 kg / t	76.11%

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5^th

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: C/A/72
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10.3 kgs
• Tread: 6.4 mm

In the end, the new Michelin Pilot Sport 5 is only missing a single point for second place. He only performs worse in aquaplaning than the tire before him. Low rolling resistance, but high price level.

Dry

97.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	2nd	32.5 M	31.6 M	+0.9 M	97.23%
Dry Handling	5th	100.1 s	98.4 s	+1.7 s	98.3%

Wet

96.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	4th	39.9 M	38.1 M	+1.8 M	95.49%
Wet Handling	3rd	67.9 s	66.5 s	+1.4 s	97.94%
Wet Circle	3rd	13.52 s	13.41 s	+0.11 s	99.19%
Straight Aqua	9th	77.1 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-6.2 Km/H	92.56%

Comfort

93.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	10th	72 dB	67 dB	+5 dB	93.06%

Value

75.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	9th	825	540	+285	65.45%
Rolling Resistance	4th	8.37 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+1.17 kg / t	86.02%

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6^th

Falken Azenis FK520

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: C/A/70
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10.1 kgs
• Tread: 6.5 mm

The price-performance tip: Falken Azenis FK520. Although no longer fresh as a dew, the fairly priced tire remains within striking distance of the top products in the dry and masters the wet without any problems.

Dry

98.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	2nd	32.5 M	31.6 M	+0.9 M	97.23%
Dry Handling	4th	99.4 s	98.4 s	+1 s	98.99%

Wet

96.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	5th	40.1 M	38.1 M	+2 M	95.01%
Wet Handling	6th	68.9 s	66.5 s	+2.4 s	96.52%
Wet Circle	4th	13.63 s	13.41 s	+0.22 s	98.39%
Straight Aqua	8th	78.8 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-4.5 Km/H	94.6%

Comfort

97.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	3rd	69 dB	67 dB	+2 dB	97.1%

Value

87.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	3rd	595	540	+55	90.76%
Rolling Resistance	6th	8.48 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+1.28 kg / t	84.91%

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7^th

Nexen N Fera Sport SU2

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: E/A/69
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 9.9 kgs
• Tread: 7.3 mm

The Nexen N'Fera Sport SU2 doesn't set any highlights, but it delivers decent results and shows no major weaknesses. That's not enough for a good placement, but considering the price it's ok.

Dry

95.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	8th	33.8 M	31.6 M	+2.2 M	93.49%
Dry Handling	8th	101 s	98.4 s	+2.6 s	97.43%

Wet

94.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	8th	43.8 M	38.1 M	+5.7 M	86.99%
Wet Handling	7th	69.2 s	66.5 s	+2.7 s	96.1%
Wet Circle	8th	13.95 s	13.41 s	+0.54 s	96.13%
Straight Aqua	2nd	80.9 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-2.4 Km/H	97.12%

Comfort

98.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	2nd	68 dB	67 dB	+1 dB	98.53%

Value

88.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	2nd	565	540	+25	95.58%
Rolling Resistance	7th	8.81 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+1.61 kg / t	81.73%

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8^th

Kumho Ecsta PS91

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: D/A/72
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10.2 kgs
• Tread: 7.2 mm

The Kumho Ecsta PS91 SC doesn't do anything wrong, but it's no longer up to date - a successor is in the works. Currently, however, the low price is the strongest argument for this tire.

Dry

96.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	7th	33.4 M	31.6 M	+1.8 M	94.61%
Dry Handling	7th	100.8 s	98.4 s	+2.4 s	97.62%

Wet

94.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	7th	42 M	38.1 M	+3.9 M	90.71%
Wet Handling	5th	68.8 s	66.5 s	+2.3 s	96.66%
Wet Circle	7th	13.91 s	13.41 s	+0.5 s	96.41%
Straight Aqua	4th	79.8 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-3.5 Km/H	95.8%

Comfort

94.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	8th	71 dB	67 dB	+4 dB	94.37%

Value

88.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	1st	540			100%
Rolling Resistance	8th	9.29 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+2.09 kg / t	77.5%

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9^th

Giti GitiSportS2

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: D/A/70
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10.5 kgs
• Tread: 7.6 mm

Best in aquaplaning, low rolling resistance. But those who opt for the Giti Sport S2 have to accept compromises in wet performance. The latest update is said to offer noticeably more grip.

Dry

93.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	9th	35.4 M	31.6 M	+3.8 M	89.27%
Dry Handling	9th	101.1 s	98.4 s	+2.7 s	97.33%

Wet

92.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	9th	46.6 M	38.1 M	+8.5 M	81.76%
Wet Handling	9th	70.4 s	66.5 s	+3.9 s	94.46%
Wet Circle	9th	14.41 s	13.41 s	+1 s	93.06%
Straight Aqua	1st	83.3 Km/H			100%

Comfort

97.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	3rd	69 dB	67 dB	+2 dB	97.1%

Value

84.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	4th	670	540	+130	80.6%
Rolling Resistance	2nd	8.12 kg / t	7.2 kg / t	+0.92 kg / t	88.67%

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10^th

Michelin CrossClimate 2

235/35 R19 91Y

• EU Label: C/B/71
• 3PMSF: no
• Weight: 10.2 kgs
• Tread: 6.8 mm

The Michelin CrossClimate 2 gets the fewest points. But a direct comparison with UHP summer pros would be unfair, so no placement. But: It is fast, very economical and suitable for winter!

Dry

92.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	10th	35.7 M	31.6 M	+4.1 M	88.52%
Dry Handling	10th	102.6 s	98.4 s	+4.2 s	95.91%

Wet

89.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	10th	47.2 M	38.1 M	+9.1 M	80.72%
Wet Handling	10th	71.9 s	66.5 s	+5.4 s	92.49%
Wet Circle	10th	14.58 s	13.41 s	+1.17 s	91.98%
Straight Aqua	10th	75.9 Km/H	83.3 Km/H	-7.4 Km/H	91.12%

Comfort

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	6th	70 dB	67 dB	+3 dB	95.71%

Value

77.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Price	10th	975	540	+435	55.38%
Rolling Resistance	1st	7.2 kg / t			100%

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