Auto Bild SportsCars published their second all-season tire test in October, evaluating ten tires in the 215/50 R 18 size. The test included products ranging from established premium manufacturers such as Continental, Pirelli, and Goodyear through to budget offerings from Linglong and Fortuna. All testing was conducted using a VW T-Roc R equipped with a 300 PS turbocharged engine and 4Motion all-wheel drive.
Test Publication:
215/50 R18
10 tires
5 categories
Images courtesy of Auto Bild Sportscars
Test Publication:
Images courtesy of Auto Bild Sportscars
Test Size:
215/50 R18
Tires Tested:
10 tires
The test produced a three-way tie for first place, with Bridgestone, Continental, and Pirelli all achieving a 1.2 overall grade and an "exemplary" rating. However, each arrived at this result via different routes. Continental demonstrated the strongest winter capabilities, coming closest to matching the reference winter tire on snow. Pirelli delivered the most balanced performance with no notable weaknesses in any discipline. Bridgestone similarly proved itself as a consistent all-rounder across all conditions.
Goodyear's fourth-place finish tells an interesting story of how a single weakness can derail an otherwise excellent product. The Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 matched the top performers on snow and led the all-season field in dry handling, yet received a downgrade due to wet braking distances approximately one vehicle length longer than competitors.

The budget segment produced mixed and sometimes surprising results. Linglong recorded shorter wet braking distances than every premium manufacturer in the test, yet struggled with snow braking and aquaplaning resistance, earning only a conditional recommendation. Fortuna presented the opposite problem: acceptable snow performance but dangerously extended wet braking distances and unpredictable wet handling. The testers issued a clear "not recommended" verdict for Fortuna despite its attractive price point.
Kleber, the Michelin sub-brand, carved out a niche as the snow specialist, recording the shortest braking distances and highest lateral grip on snow-covered surfaces. This makes it particularly suitable for drivers without all-wheel drive who regularly encounter winter conditions. However, this specialisation came at the cost of wet and dry handling precision.
Summer and Winter Tires vs All Seasons
The reference summer and winter tires provided context for understanding all-season compromises. On snow, even the best all-season candidates required approximately 2.5 additional metres to stop compared to the winter reference. The gap widened dramatically in the opposite direction: the summer reference needed 47 metres to stop on snow versus 22.6 metres for the winter tire. In dry braking, the summer reference stopped in 34.2 metres while the best all-season tire (Pirelli) required 35.6 metres, demonstrating that modern all-season designs have significantly closed this traditional weakness. Wet handling showed the summer reference averaging 82 km/h on the handling circuit compared to 80 km/h for the best all-season (Goodyear), indicating all-season tires can now approach summer tire wet performance.
Dry
Pirelli stopped shortest among all-season tires, with budget Linglong surprisingly close behind in second place. Fortuna required the longest distance, nearly five metres more than Pirelli.
- Reference Summer Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Reference Winter Ref
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
Goodyear led the all-season field in dry handling, with Pirelli and Bridgestone close behind. Fortuna trailed significantly, the only tire unable to break 100 km/h average.
- Reference Summer Ref
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Reference Winter Ref
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
Wet
Budget Linglong delivered a surprise win, stopping shorter than all premium competitors. Goodyear struggled here despite its dry handling prowess, while Fortuna's dangerously long stopping distance earned it a fail.
- Reference Summer Ref
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Reference Winter Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
Goodyear topped the wet handling test, matching its dry handling dominance. Fortuna again finished last by a considerable margin, reinforcing concerns about its wet weather safety.
- Reference Summer Ref
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Reference Winter Ref
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
Pirelli resisted aquaplaning longest, followed by Continental. Linglong and Fortuna were weakest, floating at speeds well below the leaders.
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Reference Winter Ref
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Reference Summer Ref
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
Giti topped curved aquaplaning, with Goodyear close behind. Linglong finished last, contrasting sharply with its strong wet braking result.
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Reference Summer Ref
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Reference Winter Ref
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
Snow
Kleber stopped shortest on snow, followed by Giti. The premium trio of Pirelli, Continental, and Bridgestone sat mid-pack, while Linglong needed almost five metres more than Kleber.
- Reference Winter Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Reference Summer Ref
Pirelli led traction, important for pulling away on slippery surfaces. Maxxis and Linglong struggled most, a concern for drivers without all-wheel drive.
- Reference Winter Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Reference Summer Ref
Goodyear and Continental tied for fastest on the snow handling circuit. Linglong was slowest, consistent with its overall weak winter performance.
- Reference Winter Ref
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Reference Summer Ref
Kleber continued its snow dominance with the best lateral grip. Pirelli placed second, while Linglong again finished last.
- Reference Winter Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Reference Summer Ref
Comfort
Fortuna was the quietest tire tested, one of its few positive results. Goodyear was loudest, a trade-off for its otherwise strong performance.
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
- Reference Winter Ref
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Reference Summer Ref
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
Value
Goodyear recorded the lowest rolling resistance, beneficial for fuel economy. Maxxis was worst, potentially offsetting its lower purchase price over time.
- Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen 3
- Continental AllSeasonContact 2
- Reference Summer Ref
- Kleber Quadraxer SUV
- Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
- Reference Winter Ref
- Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3
- Giti AllSeason AS2
- Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X
- Fortuna Ecoplus 2 4S
- Linglong Sport Master 4S
- Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV
Results
The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 emerges as a true all-rounder, delivering very balanced performance across all road conditions tested. Whether on snow, wet, or dry surfaces, this tire consistently performs without any significant weaknesses. The testers noted it as an "Alleskönner" (jack of all trades) that drivers can rely on throughout the year. The only minor criticism relates to a somewhat louder rolling noise compared to some competitors, but this does not detract from its overall exemplary rating.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
3rd |
36.9 M |
35.6 M |
+1.3 M |
96.48% |
| Dry Handling |
3rd |
102.9 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-0.7 Km/H |
99.32% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
4th |
45.2 M |
43.67 M |
+1.53 M |
96.62% |
| Wet Handling |
3rd |
78.3 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-1.7 Km/H |
97.88% |
| Straight Aqua |
7th |
78.18 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-2.97 Km/H |
96.34% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
7th |
2.82 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.25 m/sec2 |
91.86% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
6th |
24.6 M |
23.4 M |
+1.2 M |
95.12% |
| Snow Traction |
5th |
2873.4 N |
2968.4 N |
-95 N |
96.8% |
| Snow Handling |
4th |
59.57 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-0.66 Km/H |
98.9% |
| Snow Slalom |
5th |
4.27 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.16 m/sec2 |
96.39% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
4th |
7.3 Points |
8 Points |
-0.7 Points |
91.25% |
| Noise |
9th |
73.67 dB |
72.14 dB |
+1.53 dB |
97.92% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
4th |
8.2 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+0.67 kg / t |
91.83% |
The Continental AllSeason Contact 2 proves itself as a snow expert, offering convincing winter properties that bring it closest to a dedicated quality winter tire among all candidates tested. It also achieves top results in wet conditions, making it particularly suited for drivers who prioritize cold-weather safety. The tire's only notable weakness is a slightly extended braking distance on dry roads, suggesting a small compromise was made to achieve its excellent winter performance.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
6th |
38.6 M |
35.6 M |
+3 M |
92.23% |
| Dry Handling |
6th |
102.6 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-1 Km/H |
99.03% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
3rd |
44.65 M |
43.67 M |
+0.98 M |
97.81% |
| Wet Handling |
5th |
78.1 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-1.9 Km/H |
97.63% |
| Straight Aqua |
2nd |
80.05 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-1.1 Km/H |
98.64% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
6th |
2.86 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.21 m/sec2 |
93.16% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
8th |
25.3 M |
23.4 M |
+1.9 M |
92.49% |
| Snow Traction |
4th |
2909 N |
2968.4 N |
-59.4 N |
98% |
| Snow Handling |
1st |
60.23 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Slalom |
3rd |
4.36 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.07 m/sec2 |
98.42% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
4th |
7.3 Points |
8 Points |
-0.7 Points |
91.25% |
| Noise |
3rd |
72.73 dB |
72.14 dB |
+0.59 dB |
99.19% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
2nd |
7.88 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+0.35 kg / t |
95.56% |
The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF 3 is described as the "compromise ace" of the test, delivering strong results across all test disciplines without any notable slip-ups. This tire demonstrates convincing grip in wet conditions, consistently placing near the top in all wet-weather tests. The testers could not identify any significant weaknesses, making it an excellent choice for drivers seeking a well-rounded all-season solution that excels everywhere rather than specializing in one area.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
1st |
35.6 M |
|
|
100% |
| Dry Handling |
2nd |
103.2 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-0.4 Km/H |
99.61% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
2nd |
43.94 M |
43.67 M |
+0.27 M |
99.39% |
| Wet Handling |
2nd |
78.7 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-1.3 Km/H |
98.38% |
| Straight Aqua |
1st |
81.15 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
3rd |
2.96 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.11 m/sec2 |
96.42% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
7th |
25.2 M |
23.4 M |
+1.8 M |
92.86% |
| Snow Traction |
1st |
2968.4 N |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Handling |
3rd |
59.93 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-0.3 Km/H |
99.5% |
| Snow Slalom |
2nd |
4.42 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.01 m/sec2 |
99.77% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
1st |
8 Points |
|
|
100% |
| Noise |
8th |
73.28 dB |
72.14 dB |
+1.14 dB |
98.44% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
5th |
8.41 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+0.88 kg / t |
89.54% |
The Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 performs like a snow plow in winter conditions while also delivering a strong showing on dry roads. Its handling characteristics are sporty and engaging, particularly appreciated in dry conditions where it leads the field. However, the tire receives a downgrade due to an extended braking distance in wet conditions, which the testers described as a full vehicle length longer than the best performers. This safety-relevant weakness prevents an otherwise impressive tire from achieving an exemplary rating.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
7th |
39 M |
35.6 M |
+3.4 M |
91.28% |
| Dry Handling |
1st |
103.6 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
9th |
48.98 M |
43.67 M |
+5.31 M |
89.16% |
| Wet Handling |
1st |
80 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Straight Aqua |
6th |
79.32 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-1.83 Km/H |
97.74% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
2nd |
3.06 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.01 m/sec2 |
99.67% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
4th |
24.3 M |
23.4 M |
+0.9 M |
96.3% |
| Snow Traction |
3rd |
2917.9 N |
2968.4 N |
-50.5 N |
98.3% |
| Snow Handling |
1st |
60.23 Km/H |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Slalom |
7th |
4.19 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.24 m/sec2 |
94.58% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
1st |
8 Points |
|
|
100% |
| Noise |
10th |
73.97 dB |
72.14 dB |
+1.83 dB |
97.53% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
1st |
7.53 kg / t |
|
|
100% |
The Hankook Kinergy 4S 2 X distinguishes itself as an aquaplaning expert, offering reassuring resistance to hydroplaning in both straight-line and cornering situations. It delivers consistently good performance across all disciplines without any dramatic weaknesses, combined with an attractive price point. The testers noted that braking distances in both wet and dry conditions are somewhat longer compared to the class leaders, but overall the tire represents solid value for money-conscious drivers.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
9th |
39.2 M |
35.6 M |
+3.6 M |
90.82% |
| Dry Handling |
7th |
102.1 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-1.5 Km/H |
98.55% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
6th |
46.99 M |
43.67 M |
+3.32 M |
92.93% |
| Wet Handling |
7th |
77.1 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-2.9 Km/H |
96.38% |
| Straight Aqua |
4th |
79.54 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-1.61 Km/H |
98.02% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
5th |
2.94 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.13 m/sec2 |
95.77% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
5th |
24.4 M |
23.4 M |
+1 M |
95.9% |
| Snow Traction |
8th |
2825.9 N |
2968.4 N |
-142.5 N |
95.2% |
| Snow Handling |
8th |
57.6 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-2.63 Km/H |
95.63% |
| Snow Slalom |
8th |
4.14 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.29 m/sec2 |
93.45% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
8th |
6.7 Points |
8 Points |
-1.3 Points |
83.75% |
| Noise |
5th |
73.04 dB |
72.14 dB |
+0.9 dB |
98.77% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
7th |
8.79 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+1.26 kg / t |
85.67% |
The Giti All Season AS 2 shows its strengths as a winter performer, achieving impressively short braking distances on snow-covered roads and excelling in curved aquaplaning resistance. However, the tire struggles with extended wet braking distances and displays slightly imprecise handling characteristics on dry pavement. These inconsistencies across different conditions result in a satisfactory rather than good overall rating, despite the competitive pricing.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
8th |
39.1 M |
35.6 M |
+3.5 M |
91.05% |
| Dry Handling |
8th |
101.4 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-2.2 Km/H |
97.88% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
8th |
48.87 M |
43.67 M |
+5.2 M |
89.36% |
| Wet Handling |
8th |
77 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-3 Km/H |
96.25% |
| Straight Aqua |
5th |
79.36 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-1.79 Km/H |
97.79% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
1st |
3.07 m/sec2 |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
2nd |
23.8 M |
23.4 M |
+0.4 M |
98.32% |
| Snow Traction |
6th |
2849.6 N |
2968.4 N |
-118.8 N |
96% |
| Snow Handling |
6th |
57.78 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-2.45 Km/H |
95.93% |
| Snow Slalom |
6th |
4.2 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.23 m/sec2 |
94.81% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
4th |
7.3 Points |
8 Points |
-0.7 Points |
91.25% |
| Noise |
4th |
72.82 dB |
72.14 dB |
+0.68 dB |
99.07% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
6th |
8.48 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+0.95 kg / t |
88.8% |
The Kleber Quadraxer 3 SUV emerges as the snow specialist of the test, recording the best lateral grip and shortest braking distance on snow among all candidates. Drivers without all-wheel drive should particularly appreciate its strong traction values for getting moving on slippery surfaces. However, the tire's winter focus comes at the expense of wet handling and braking performance, as well as dry handling precision, making it best suited for regions with significant snowfall.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
4th |
37.3 M |
35.6 M |
+1.7 M |
95.44% |
| Dry Handling |
9th |
101.3 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-2.3 Km/H |
97.78% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
7th |
48.76 M |
43.67 M |
+5.09 M |
89.56% |
| Wet Handling |
9th |
76.7 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-3.3 Km/H |
95.88% |
| Straight Aqua |
8th |
77.39 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-3.76 Km/H |
95.37% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
8th |
2.68 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.39 m/sec2 |
87.3% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
1st |
23.4 M |
|
|
100% |
| Snow Traction |
2nd |
2953.5 N |
2968.4 N |
-14.9 N |
99.5% |
| Snow Handling |
5th |
59.45 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-0.78 Km/H |
98.7% |
| Snow Slalom |
1st |
4.43 m/sec2 |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
4th |
7.3 Points |
8 Points |
-0.7 Points |
91.25% |
| Noise |
6th |
73.05 dB |
72.14 dB |
+0.91 dB |
98.75% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
3rd |
8.17 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+0.64 kg / t |
92.17% |
The Maxxis Premitra All Season AP3 SUV positions itself as a rain king, boasting large aquaplaning reserves that inspire confidence in heavy downpours. Unfortunately, this tire is overall weaker on snow and records the highest rolling resistance among all candidates, which diminishes its fuel-saving potential. The elevated rolling resistance represents a hidden ongoing cost that offsets some of the initial purchase price savings.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
5th |
37.8 M |
35.6 M |
+2.2 M |
94.18% |
| Dry Handling |
4th |
102.7 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-0.9 Km/H |
99.13% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
5th |
45.77 M |
43.67 M |
+2.1 M |
95.41% |
| Wet Handling |
6th |
77.8 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-2.2 Km/H |
97.25% |
| Straight Aqua |
3rd |
79.9 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-1.25 Km/H |
98.46% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
3rd |
2.96 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.11 m/sec2 |
96.42% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
9th |
27 M |
23.4 M |
+3.6 M |
86.67% |
| Snow Traction |
10th |
2514.2 N |
2968.4 N |
-454.2 N |
84.7% |
| Snow Handling |
9th |
57.24 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-2.99 Km/H |
95.04% |
| Snow Slalom |
9th |
4.04 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.39 m/sec2 |
91.2% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
1st |
8 Points |
|
|
100% |
| Noise |
2nd |
72.58 dB |
72.14 dB |
+0.44 dB |
99.39% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
10th |
9.37 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+1.84 kg / t |
80.36% |
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 concerns, with extended braking distances on snow and weaker aquaplaning resistance. These shortcomings in safety-critical areas result in a conditional recommendation, suggesting drivers in regions with harsh winters should look elsewhere.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
2nd |
36.8 M |
35.6 M |
+1.2 M |
96.74% |
| Dry Handling |
4th |
102.7 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-0.9 Km/H |
99.13% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
1st |
43.67 M |
|
|
100% |
| Wet Handling |
3rd |
78.3 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-1.7 Km/H |
97.88% |
| Straight Aqua |
9th |
75.26 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-5.89 Km/H |
92.74% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
10th |
2.55 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.52 m/sec2 |
83.06% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
10th |
28 M |
23.4 M |
+4.6 M |
83.57% |
| Snow Traction |
9th |
2546.9 N |
2968.4 N |
-421.5 N |
85.8% |
| Snow Handling |
10th |
55.08 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-5.15 Km/H |
91.45% |
| Snow Slalom |
10th |
4 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.43 m/sec2 |
90.29% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
8th |
6.7 Points |
8 Points |
-1.3 Points |
83.75% |
| Noise |
7th |
73.06 dB |
72.14 dB |
+0.92 dB |
98.74% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
9th |
8.93 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+1.4 kg / t |
84.32% |
The Fortuna Eco Plus 2 4S attracts attention as a budget option with surprisingly good performance on snow. However, this is where the positives end. The tire exhibits significantly excessive wet braking distances that pose a genuine safety concern, combined with difficult-to-control handling behavior in wet conditions and an unharmonious feel on dry roads. The testers conclude with a clear warning: drivers should avoid this tire entirely despite its tempting low price.
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Dry Braking |
10th |
40.4 M |
35.6 M |
+4.8 M |
88.12% |
| Dry Handling |
10th |
99.6 Km/H |
103.6 Km/H |
-4 Km/H |
96.14% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Wet Braking |
10th |
54.99 M |
43.67 M |
+11.32 M |
79.41% |
| Wet Handling |
10th |
72.1 Km/H |
80 Km/H |
-7.9 Km/H |
90.13% |
| Straight Aqua |
10th |
72.39 Km/H |
81.15 Km/H |
-8.76 Km/H |
89.21% |
| Curved Aquaplaning |
9th |
2.63 m/sec2 |
3.07 m/sec2 |
-0.44 m/sec2 |
85.67% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Snow Braking |
3rd |
24.2 M |
23.4 M |
+0.8 M |
96.69% |
| Snow Traction |
6th |
2849.6 N |
2968.4 N |
-118.8 N |
96% |
| Snow Handling |
7th |
57.72 Km/H |
60.23 Km/H |
-2.51 Km/H |
95.83% |
| Snow Slalom |
4th |
4.28 m/sec2 |
4.43 m/sec2 |
-0.15 m/sec2 |
96.61% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Subj. Comfort |
8th |
6.7 Points |
8 Points |
-1.3 Points |
83.75% |
| Noise |
1st |
72.14 dB |
|
|
100% |
| Test |
# |
Result |
Best |
Diff |
% |
| Rolling Resistance |
8th |
8.83 kg / t |
7.53 kg / t |
+1.3 kg / t |
85.28% |