Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs Linglong Grip Master 4S
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 32
- TR Score
- 8.5/10
- Owners say
- -
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 finished ahead 3 times and the Grip Master 4S once. The Quadraxer 3 stopped 3.1% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Kleber Quadraxer 3 for year-round safety, wet-weather confidence, winter capability, and better efficiency. Choose Linglong Grip Master 4S if upfront price is the priority and your driving is mainly dry, urban, and mild-climate with limited exposure to heavy rain or snow.
Where the Quadraxer 3 is stronger
- Excellent wet and snow performance (wins in wet handling, circle, aquaplaning; all snow tests)
- Consistently shorter braking distances across multiple years (notably wet: up to +8.5%)
- Lower rolling resistance and fuel use (RR ~18% lower; ~2.6% fuel saving)
Where the Grip Master 4S is stronger
- Very competitive price/value (≈29% better price index)
- Strong single-test braking in 2025 (dry and wet wins; 4/30 overall)
- Comfortable, safe dry-road manners per qualitative notes
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Quadraxer 3 vs Grip Master 4S at a glance
| Category | Quadraxer 3 | Gap | Grip Master 4S |
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| Shared tests won4 shared tests | 3 | 1 | |
| Dry5 measurements | 4 | The Quadraxer 3 stopped 3.2% shorter in the dry (4 tests) | 1 |
| Wet8 measurements | 7 | The Quadraxer 3 stopped 3.1% shorter in the wet (4 tests) | 1 |
| Snow4 measurements | 4 | 0 | |
| Comfort1 measurement | 0 | Level between the two. | 0 |
| Value4 measurements | 4 | 0 | |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Quadraxer 3 by 0.9 | 8.5/10 |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 72 | 26 sizes made in both | 32 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 4 tests, 2023 to 2025
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Quadraxer 3 | Field | Grip Master 4S |
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| 2025 All Season 30 Tire Braking Test | P8 of 30 | P4 of 30 | |
| 2024 AutoBild All Season Tire Test | P7 of 15 | P15 of 15 | |
| 2024 All Season Tire Market Overview | P7 of 37 | P14 of 37 | |
| 2023 All Season Tire 35 Set Shootout | P8 of 35 | P20 of 35 |
Performance profile
16 measurements from the 4 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Quadraxer 3
Grip Master 4S
Not ahead on any measurement here
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow.
Where each scores higher
Quadraxer 3
Grip Master 4S
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
| Measurement | Quadraxer 3 | Gap | Grip Master 4S | Wins | ||||||||||||||||
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| 127 | 3.2% | 131 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 58.7 | 0.9% | 58.2 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 175 | 3.1% | 181 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 44.3 | 2.6% | 43.2 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 12.01 | 2% | 12.25 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 46.8 | 6.1% | 44.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 10.2 | 7.6% | 9.5 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 80 | 5.1% | 84 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 613 | 7.9% | 568 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 33.5 | 4.5% | 32.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 13.8 | 7.7% | 12.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 72 | = | 72 | 0-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 31,236 | 2% | 30,634 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 7.72 | 18.3% | 9.45 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 4.8 | 2.6% | 4.93 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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| 545 | 20.3% | 684 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Quadraxer 3 scores 9.4 and the Grip Master 4S 8.5 out of 10.
| Quadraxer 3 | Category | Grip Master 4S | ||
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| 82 | Dry | 78 | ||
| 68 | Wet | 48 | ||
| 79 | Comfort | 90 | ||
| 66 | Value | 46 | ||
| 87 | Snow | 46 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Quadraxer 3 | Category | Grip Master 4S | ||
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| 8.6 | Dry Grip | - | ||
| 8.3 | Wet Grip | - | ||
| 8.4 | Road Feedback | - | ||
| 7.7 | Handling | - | ||
| 8.7 | Wear | - | ||
| 9.1 | Comfort | - | ||
| 8.5 | Snow Grip | - | ||
| 8.1 | Ice Grip | - | ||
Owners rate the Quadraxer 3 86% from 32 reviews; the Grip Master 4S has no owner reviews yet. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Kleber Quadraxer 3
- 86%from 32 reviews
- 90%would buy again
- 424,943 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Kleber Quadraxer 3 highly overall (85% average, with no outright negative reviews), most often praising its low road noise and cushioned, comfortable ride. Winter ability is a standout too, with many reporting strong traction in snow and dependable cold-weather grip, backed up by generally secure wet and dry grip. The main drawback is that a smaller but noticeable group mention the tire getting noisier or losing performance as it wears, and a few also note a slight hit to fuel economy.
- Quiet on the road for an all-season tire
- Strong snow traction and winter confidence
- Comfortable, compliant ride
- Reassuring wet grip
- Can lose grip or feel less consistent as it wears
- Slightly higher rolling resistance / fuel use
- Road noise can be an issue for some (especially at certain speeds)
Summarised by AI from 28 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 32 Quadraxer 3 reviews5 years on the Citroen C8, they held up good, with no remarks on ride quality or wear. Easily comparable to vector 4 season or crossclimate.
Linglong Grip Master 4S
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Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 72 sizes of the Quadraxer 3 and 32 of the Grip Master 4S, 26 of them made in both.
| Category | Quadraxer 3 | Grip Master 4S |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 72 sizes, 14 to 20 inch | 32 sizes, 13 to 19 inch |
| Made in both | 26 sizes 155/65 R14165/70 R14175/65 R14185/60 R14175/65 R15185/55 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/50 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15and 14 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | B84%C16% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C67%D26%B7% | D53%C47% |
| EU label noise | 69-71 dB A74%B26% | 68-72 dB A84%B16% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 121 of 121 | 32 of 32 |
| On the market since | 2022 | 2022 |
| Replaced | Kleber Quadraxer 2 (2016) | - |
| Replaced by | - | Linglong Sport Master 4S |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two touring all-season options for passenger cars: the Kleber Quadraxer 3 and the Linglong Grip Master 4S. Across four shared professional tests (2023-2025) in popular 17-18-inch sizes, the Kleber consistently finished in the upper tier, while the Linglong ranged from mid-pack to lower half depending on the discipline.
The data highlights a clear theme: the Kleber delivers broader, more balanced performance, especially in wet, snow, and aquaplaning safety metrics, whereas the Linglong shows flashes of strength in isolated braking results and price-led value. Drivers prioritizing year-round safety margins and efficiency will likely lean Kleber; strict budget shoppers or dry-focused urban use may find the Linglong compelling.
Conclusion
The Kleber Quadraxer 3 is the more complete tire: it wins 3 of 4 shared tests and dominates category scores in wet handling, aquaplaning, and all snow disciplines, while also trimming fuel use and abrasion thanks to lower rolling resistance. Its braking advantage is consistent across years and sizes, with meaningful gaps in wet and snow that translate to safer stopping and stability in real weather.
The Linglong Grip Master 4S counters with sharp value and a strong 2025 braking showing (4/30 overall, narrowly ahead in both dry and wet braking in that test). However, its weaker wet and snow performance in broader testing, plus higher rolling resistance, limit its all-round appeal. Choose the Kleber for confident four-season safety and efficiency; pick the Linglong if upfront cost is critical and your driving is mostly fair-weather, urban, and moderate speeds.
Quadraxer 3 vs Grip Master 4S: your questions
Is the Kleber Quadraxer 3 or the Linglong Grip Master 4S the better tire?
In the 4 independent tests that ran both tires, the Kleber Quadraxer 3 finished ahead 3 times and the Grip Master 4S once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Quadraxer 3 scores 9.4 and the Grip Master 4S 8.5 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Quadraxer 3 or the Grip Master 4S?
The Quadraxer 3 led 7 of the 8 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.1% shorter in the wet across 4 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Quadraxer 3 led 4 of the 5 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 3.2% shorter in the dry across 4 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Quadraxer 3 led 4 of the 4 snow measurements the shared tests recorded.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Quadraxer 3 86% from 32 reviews; the Grip Master 4S has no owner reviews yet.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Quadraxer 3 is made in 72 sizes (14 to 20 inch) and the Grip Master 4S in 32 (13 to 19 inch). 26 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Quadraxer 3 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Grip Master 4S B and D.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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