AUTO BILD Sportscars conducted a comprehensive all-season tire test in their December 2025 issue, testing 10 all season tires in 225/45 R18. This dimension is commonly fitted to performance-oriented volume models such as the BMW M240i, Mercedes CLA 45 S AMG, and Alfa Romeo Giulia. The test covered products across a wide price range, from budget offerings at €340 per set to premium options at €740 per set.
Test Publication:
225/45 R18
10 tires
5 categories
Images courtesy of Auto Bild Sportscars
Test Publication:
Images courtesy of Auto Bild Sportscars
Test Size:
225/45 R18
Tires Tested:
10 tires
Summer and Winter Tire Findings
The testers included both a dedicated summer tire and winter tire as reference points outside the main scoring, and their performance clearly illustrates the compromises in all-season design. The summer specialist had significantly higher dry performance, achieving 94.6 km/h in the dry handling test compared to the best all-season at 92.7 km/h, and stopping from 100 km/h in just 34.7 meters versus 38.4 meters for the leading all-season. However, it proved completely undrivable on snow.

Conversely, the winter reference tire excelled on snow with a 22.7-meter stopping distance from 50 km/h, but this came at a substantial cost in other conditions: wet braking from 100 km/h required 47.1 meters (versus 42.9 meters for the best all-season), and dry braking extended to 43.3 meters. These results demonstrate that all-season tires position themselves closer to winter tire characteristics than summer tire performance, making them more accurately described as "improved winter tires for mild climates" rather than true year-round performance equivalents.
The test winner, Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF 3, succeeded by finding what the testers called "the golden middle"—no single outstanding performance, but strong results across all disciplines. At €650 per set, it placed second in wet performance, second-fastest in dry handling, and maintained respectable snow capabilities. This contrasts sharply with more specialized approaches: the Linglong Sport Master 4S achieved the fastest dry handling speed (92.7 km/h) among all-season competitors but suffered significantly on snow (27.2-meter stopping distance versus Michelin's 23.5 meters). The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 demonstrated strong wet and snow capabilities but extended dry braking to 44.5 meters. These results suggest that for sports car applications, consistency across conditions provides better real-world performance than excellence in any single area.
Two secondary brands in the test revealed interesting patterns. The Kleber Quadraxer 3, Michelin's budget line, inherited strong snow credentials from its parent company and achieved the quietest operation in the test (61.6 dB at 50 km/h, matching the summer reference), but showed weaker wet lateral grip. At €590, it offered a middle ground for buyers wanting Michelin-like winter performance at lower cost. The Viking Four Tech Plus, Continental's budget brand at €440, maintained decent snow performance but suffered from extended wet braking (49.4 meters) and finished last in dry handling (89.2 km/h), suggesting that while secondary brands can inherit some parent company technology, they typically compromise on overall refinement.
Dry
Dry Braking
- Reference Summer Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Viking Fourtech Plus
Dry Handling
- Reference Summer Ref
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Delmax X Weather 4S
Wet
Wet Braking
- Reference Summer Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Delmax X Weather 4S
Wet Handling
- Reference Summer Ref
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Reference Winter Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Delmax X Weather 4S
Wet Circle
- Reference Summer Ref
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Reference Winter Ref
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Delmax X Weather 4S
Straight Aqua
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Reference Summer Ref
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Delmax X Weather 4S
Curved Aquaplaning
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Reference Winter Ref
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Reference Summer Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Delmax X Weather 4S
Snow
Snow Braking
- Reference Winter Ref
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Reference Summer Ref
Snow Traction
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Reference Summer Ref
Snow Handling
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
Snow Slalom
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
Comfort
Subj. Comfort
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
Noise
- Reference Summer Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Reference Winter Ref
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
Value
Rolling Resistance
- Delmax X Weather 4S
- Michelin CrossClimate 2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Kleber Quadraxer 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Viking Fourtech Plus
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus
- Reference Winter Ref
- Hankook Kinergy 4S2
- Reference Summer Ref
Results
The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF 3 strikes the golden middle ground and masters all test disciplines confidently. It demonstrates the best performance in the wet chapter overall, being the fastest in wet handling and second-fastest on dry surfaces. The tire delivers excellent rolling comfort and maintains composed behavior across all conditions. Pirelli has achieved what the testers call an exemplary compromise, successfully balancing the conflicting development goals that plague all-season tires. The tire offers sporty drivers crisp handling and maximum driving enjoyment while maintaining strong winter capabilities, making it the clear test winner despite being in the mid-price range.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
1st |
38.4 M |
|
|
100% |
| Dry Handling |
2nd |
92.5 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-0.2 Km/H |
99.78% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
1st |
42.9 M |
|
|
100% |
| Wet Handling |
2nd |
75.4 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-0.1 Km/H |
99.87% |
| Wet Circle |
2nd |
14.4 s |
14.34 s |
+0.06 s |
99.58% |
| Straight Aqua |
1st |
80.3 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
1st |
2.6 m/sec2 |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
8th |
25.2 M |
23.5 M |
+1.7 M |
93.25% |
| Snow Traction |
2nd |
2834 N |
2914 N |
-80 N |
97.25% |
| Snow Handling |
3rd |
55.3 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-0.6 Km/H |
98.93% |
| Snow Slalom |
2nd |
4.22 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.14 m/sec2 |
96.79% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
1st |
13 Points |
|
|
100% |
| Noise |
3rd |
68.9 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.1 dB |
98.4% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
5th |
8.1 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+1 kg / t |
87.65% |
The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 is a strong all-rounder with low rolling resistance (testers note not ours.) However, this efficiency comes with slight compromises in rolling comfort and pass-by noise levels, which are marginally higher than some competitors. The tire demonstrates balanced performance across all test categories without any particular weaknesses, making it a safe choice for drivers who prioritize efficiency alongside year-round capability. Its consistent performance in all conditions justifies its "exemplary" rating and second-place finish.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
3rd |
39.5 M |
38.4 M |
+1.1 M |
97.22% |
| Dry Handling |
7th |
91.1 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-1.6 Km/H |
98.27% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
2nd |
44.4 M |
42.9 M |
+1.5 M |
96.62% |
| Wet Handling |
6th |
74.7 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-0.8 Km/H |
98.94% |
| Wet Circle |
4th |
14.47 s |
14.34 s |
+0.13 s |
99.1% |
| Straight Aqua |
3rd |
79.2 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-1.1 Km/H |
98.63% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
2nd |
2.45 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.15 m/sec2 |
94.23% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
6th |
24.7 M |
23.5 M |
+1.2 M |
95.14% |
| Snow Traction |
7th |
2685 N |
2914 N |
-229 N |
92.14% |
| Snow Handling |
6th |
54.2 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-1.7 Km/H |
96.96% |
| Snow Slalom |
5th |
3.93 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.43 m/sec2 |
90.14% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
8th |
10 Points |
13 Points |
-3 Points |
76.92% |
| Noise |
6th |
69.1 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.3 dB |
98.12% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
6th |
8.3 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+1.2 kg / t |
85.54% |
The Hankook Kinergy 4S² proves to be another strong all-rounder with a particular affinity for snow conditions. It offers very good price-performance value, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers who don't want to compromise on safety. The tire shows slightly lower traction on snow compared to the best performers, but this is a minor weakness in an otherwise well-balanced package. Its handling characteristics are predictable and confidence-inspiring across all surfaces, earning it a shared second-place finish and "exemplary" rating.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
6th |
41.9 M |
38.4 M |
+3.5 M |
91.65% |
| Dry Handling |
3rd |
92.1 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-0.6 Km/H |
99.35% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
5th |
44.6 M |
42.9 M |
+1.7 M |
96.19% |
| Wet Handling |
4th |
75 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-0.5 Km/H |
99.34% |
| Wet Circle |
1st |
14.34 s |
|
|
100% |
| Straight Aqua |
7th |
75.9 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-4.4 Km/H |
94.52% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
4th |
2.3 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.3 m/sec2 |
88.46% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
4th |
23.9 M |
23.5 M |
+0.4 M |
98.33% |
| Snow Traction |
8th |
2662 N |
2914 N |
-252 N |
91.35% |
| Snow Handling |
5th |
54.4 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-1.5 Km/H |
97.32% |
| Snow Slalom |
6th |
3.92 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.44 m/sec2 |
89.91% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
4th |
12 Points |
13 Points |
-1 Points |
92.31% |
| Noise |
10th |
69.4 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.6 dB |
97.69% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
10th |
8.8 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+1.7 kg / t |
80.68% |
The Michelin CrossClimate 2 is the undisputed snow king, delivering outstanding winter performance that actually surpasses the dedicated winter tire reference in three out of four snow disciplines. However, the French manufacturer appears to have over-emphasized winter properties, as the tire shows comparatively weak wet handling characteristics. This represents the classic compromise dilemma of all-season tires taken to an extreme. Despite being the most expensive tire in the test, it's an excellent choice for drivers who frequently encounter snow and ice but comes with the highest purchase price and a fourth-place overall finish.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
2nd |
38.8 M |
38.4 M |
+0.4 M |
98.97% |
| Dry Handling |
6th |
91.4 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-1.3 Km/H |
98.6% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
6th |
45.9 M |
42.9 M |
+3 M |
93.46% |
| Wet Handling |
8th |
72.7 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-2.8 Km/H |
96.29% |
| Wet Circle |
7th |
14.8 s |
14.34 s |
+0.46 s |
96.89% |
| Straight Aqua |
5th |
77.5 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-2.8 Km/H |
96.51% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
5th |
2.29 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.31 m/sec2 |
88.08% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
1st |
23.5 M |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Traction |
1st |
2914 N |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Handling |
1st |
55.9 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Slalom |
1st |
4.36 m/sec2 |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
8th |
10 Points |
13 Points |
-3 Points |
76.92% |
| Noise |
6th |
69.1 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.3 dB |
98.12% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
2nd |
7.8 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+0.7 kg / t |
91.03% |
The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 demonstrates good performance in both snow and wet conditions, with particularly impressive straight-line aquaplaning reserves. The tire delivers confident handling and good feedback to the driver. Its weaknesses include a slightly extended braking distance on dry surfaces and a speed rating limited to 270 km/h (W-rated), which may disappoint owners of higher-performance sports cars. Overall, it represents a solid choice for drivers prioritizing wet and winter safety over ultimate dry performance.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
8th |
44.5 M |
38.4 M |
+6.1 M |
86.29% |
| Dry Handling |
4th |
91.9 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-0.8 Km/H |
99.14% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
8th |
47.9 M |
42.9 M |
+5 M |
89.56% |
| Wet Handling |
1st |
75.5 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Wet Circle |
3rd |
14.43 s |
14.34 s |
+0.09 s |
99.38% |
| Straight Aqua |
2nd |
79.7 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-0.6 Km/H |
99.25% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
6th |
2.25 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.35 m/sec2 |
86.54% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
2nd |
23.7 M |
23.5 M |
+0.2 M |
99.16% |
| Snow Traction |
3rd |
2808 N |
2914 N |
-106 N |
96.36% |
| Snow Handling |
2nd |
55.7 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-0.2 Km/H |
99.64% |
| Snow Slalom |
4th |
3.99 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.37 m/sec2 |
91.51% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
4th |
12 Points |
13 Points |
-1 Points |
92.31% |
| Noise |
5th |
69 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.2 dB |
98.26% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
3rd |
7.9 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+0.8 kg / t |
89.87% |
The Kleber Quadraxer 3 is a snow expert from the Michelin stable, offering a more affordable alternative to its premium sibling while maintaining strong winter credentials. The tire delivers excellent rolling comfort with the quietest operation in the test. However, it shows comparatively lower lateral grip on wet surfaces, which affects confidence in wet corners. The tire represents good value for money, particularly for drivers who want Michelin-like snow performance without the premium price tag, though wet handling requires a more cautious driving style.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
4th |
39.6 M |
38.4 M |
+1.2 M |
96.97% |
| Dry Handling |
8th |
90.7 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-2 Km/H |
97.84% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
7th |
47.8 M |
42.9 M |
+4.9 M |
89.75% |
| Wet Handling |
7th |
72.9 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-2.6 Km/H |
96.56% |
| Wet Circle |
9th |
15.05 s |
14.34 s |
+0.71 s |
95.28% |
| Straight Aqua |
4th |
78 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-2.3 Km/H |
97.14% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
3rd |
2.43 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.17 m/sec2 |
93.46% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
3rd |
23.8 M |
23.5 M |
+0.3 M |
98.74% |
| Snow Traction |
3rd |
2808 N |
2914 N |
-106 N |
96.36% |
| Snow Handling |
4th |
54.5 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-1.4 Km/H |
97.5% |
| Snow Slalom |
3rd |
4.2 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.16 m/sec2 |
96.33% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
1st |
13 Points |
|
|
100% |
| Noise |
1st |
67.8 dB |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
4th |
8 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+0.9 kg / t |
88.75% |
The Vredestein Quatrac Pro + is a wet specialist with good traction and short braking distances on snow. However, the tire suffers from limited handling qualities on both snowy and dry surfaces, which affects driving enjoyment and precision. The rolling comfort is acceptable but not exceptional, and it shows surprisingly weak performance in the dry handling tests despite being positioned as a performance-oriented option. For drivers who rarely encounter challenging winter conditions and prioritize wet performance, it offers decent value, but enthusiastic drivers will find the handling compromises frustrating.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
7th |
43.7 M |
38.4 M |
+5.3 M |
87.87% |
| Dry Handling |
9th |
90.6 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-2.1 Km/H |
97.73% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
3rd |
44.5 M |
42.9 M |
+1.6 M |
96.4% |
| Wet Handling |
3rd |
75.3 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-0.2 Km/H |
99.74% |
| Wet Circle |
5th |
14.52 s |
14.34 s |
+0.18 s |
98.76% |
| Straight Aqua |
8th |
72.1 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-8.2 Km/H |
89.79% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
8th |
2.2 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.4 m/sec2 |
84.62% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
9th |
25.7 M |
23.5 M |
+2.2 M |
91.44% |
| Snow Traction |
6th |
2718 N |
2914 N |
-196 N |
93.27% |
| Snow Handling |
7th |
53.8 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-2.1 Km/H |
96.24% |
| Snow Slalom |
9th |
3.76 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.6 m/sec2 |
86.24% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
6th |
11 Points |
13 Points |
-2 Points |
84.62% |
| Noise |
9th |
69.3 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.5 dB |
97.84% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
9th |
8.7 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+1.6 kg / t |
81.61% |
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. The tire provides excellent rolling comfort, matching the best in this category. However, it's comparatively weak on snow, making it unsuitable for regions with regular winter weather. Additionally, it's limited to 270 km/h (W-rated). For drivers in mild climates who rarely see snow but want all-season versatility at an attractive price, the Linglong represents good value, but winter capability is clearly sacrificed.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
5th |
39.8 M |
38.4 M |
+1.4 M |
96.48% |
| Dry Handling |
1st |
92.7 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
3rd |
44.5 M |
42.9 M |
+1.6 M |
96.4% |
| Wet Handling |
5th |
74.9 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-0.6 Km/H |
99.21% |
| Wet Circle |
6th |
14.53 s |
14.34 s |
+0.19 s |
98.69% |
| Straight Aqua |
9th |
71.2 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-9.1 Km/H |
88.67% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
10th |
27.2 M |
23.5 M |
+3.7 M |
86.4% |
| Snow Traction |
10th |
2499 N |
2914 N |
-415 N |
85.76% |
| Snow Handling |
10th |
52.5 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-3.4 Km/H |
93.92% |
| Snow Slalom |
10th |
3.7 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.66 m/sec2 |
84.86% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
1st |
13 Points |
|
|
100% |
| Noise |
3rd |
68.9 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.1 dB |
98.4% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
8th |
8.6 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+1.5 kg / t |
82.56% |
The Viking Four Tech Plus is a budget-friendly second brand from Continental, showing good performance on snow-covered roads. However, the tire suffers from an extended braking distance in wet conditions and finishes last in dry performance, which significantly impacts overall safety and driving enjoyment. The rolling comfort is below average, and the tire lacks the precision and feedback that sporty drivers expect. While the low price may be tempting, the compromises in wet safety and dry handling make it difficult to recommend for performance-oriented vehicles.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
10th |
46.1 M |
38.4 M |
+7.7 M |
83.3% |
| Dry Handling |
5th |
91.5 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-1.2 Km/H |
98.71% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
9th |
49.4 M |
42.9 M |
+6.5 M |
86.84% |
| Wet Handling |
9th |
71.2 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-4.3 Km/H |
94.3% |
| Wet Circle |
8th |
14.92 s |
14.34 s |
+0.58 s |
96.11% |
| Straight Aqua |
5th |
77.5 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-2.8 Km/H |
96.51% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
7th |
2.23 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.37 m/sec2 |
85.77% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
5th |
24.3 M |
23.5 M |
+0.8 M |
96.71% |
| Snow Traction |
5th |
2720 N |
2914 N |
-194 N |
93.34% |
| Snow Handling |
8th |
53.5 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-2.4 Km/H |
95.71% |
| Snow Slalom |
8th |
3.8 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.56 m/sec2 |
87.16% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
8th |
10 Points |
13 Points |
-3 Points |
76.92% |
| Noise |
2nd |
68.6 dB |
67.8 dB |
+0.8 dB |
98.83% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
7th |
8.4 kg / t |
7.1 kg / t |
+1.3 kg / t |
84.52% |
The Delmax X-Weather 4S offers the lowest purchase price of all candidates and features the lowest rolling resistance for maximum fuel efficiency. On snow, it still delivers respectable performance. However, the tire shows inadequate performance on wet surfaces, with dangerously extended braking distances—stopping over 13 meters later than the best tire from 100 km/h. This is a critical safety deficiency that the testers describe as "really dangerous." Despite acceptable rolling comfort, the severe wet weather shortcomings make this tire "not recommendable" for any application where safety is a priority, regardless of the price savings.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
9th |
45 M |
38.4 M |
+6.6 M |
85.33% |
| Dry Handling |
10th |
89.2 Km/H |
92.7 Km/H |
-3.5 Km/H |
96.22% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
10th |
56.3 M |
42.9 M |
+13.4 M |
76.2% |
| Wet Handling |
10th |
68.2 Km/H |
75.5 Km/H |
-7.3 Km/H |
90.33% |
| Wet Circle |
10th |
15.67 s |
14.34 s |
+1.33 s |
91.51% |
| Straight Aqua |
10th |
66.3 Km/H |
80.3 Km/H |
-14 Km/H |
82.57% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
9th |
2.09 m/sec2 |
2.6 m/sec2 |
-0.51 m/sec2 |
80.38% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
7th |
24.8 M |
23.5 M |
+1.3 M |
94.76% |
| Snow Traction |
9th |
2659 N |
2914 N |
-255 N |
91.25% |
| Snow Handling |
9th |
52.6 Km/H |
55.9 Km/H |
-3.3 Km/H |
94.1% |
| Snow Slalom |
7th |
3.91 m/sec2 |
4.36 m/sec2 |
-0.45 m/sec2 |
89.68% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
6th |
11 Points |
13 Points |
-2 Points |
84.62% |
| Noise |
8th |
69.2 dB |
67.8 dB |
+1.4 dB |
97.98% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
1st |
7.1 kg / t |
|
|
100% |