Bridgestone Turanza T005 vs Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
- TR Score
- 8.6/10
- Owners say
- 73% · 200
- TR Score
- 8.4/10
- Owners say
- 80% · 119
In the 19 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 finished ahead 17 times and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun twice. The Turanza T005 had 20.8% lower rolling resistance; the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun lasted 6.7% longer in the wear tests.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose the Bridgestone Turanza T005 if you prioritize low energy use (especially EV/plug-in hybrids or high motorway mileage), consistent dry braking, and predictable wet handling. Choose the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun if you want strong touring performance for less money, prefer a quieter ride, and are comfortable trading away efficiency (higher rolling resistance) and some consistency in aquaplaning/handling balance.
Where the Turanza T005 is stronger
- Class-leading rolling resistance/efficiency in most tests (frequent ~20-27% advantage; 11 category wins)
- Very consistent dry braking performance across many tests (12 wins)
- Strong wet handling stability and controllability (10 wet-handling wins)
Where the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is stronger
- Typically better value and lower purchase price (frequent 15-33% cheaper; strong value metrics)
- Often quieter externally and more comfort-oriented (9 noise wins; strong subjective comfort in some tests)
- Wet braking is a recurring highlight and can be decisively shorter in some test protocols (8 wins; e.g., ADAC wet on concrete 35.8 vs 39.1 m)
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.
Turanza T005 vs ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun at a glance
| Category | Turanza T005 | Gap | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
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| Shared tests won19 shared tests | 17 | 2 | |
| Dry30 measurements | 19 | The Turanza T005 stopped 1.6% shorter in the dry (15 tests) | 8 |
| Wet51 measurements | 25 | The Turanza T005 averaged a 2.3% higher speed on the wet handling course (6 tests) | 24 |
| Off road5 measurements | 4 | 1 | |
| Comfort19 measurements | 7 | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 0.6 dB quieter (12 tests) | 10 |
| Value17 measurements | 13 | The Turanza T005 had 20.8% lower rolling resistance (11 tests) | 4 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 8.6/10 | The Turanza T005 by 0.2 | 8.4/10 |
| Owner rating200 and 119 reviews | 73% | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun by 7 points | 80% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 57% | The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun by 21 points | 78% |
| Pricein the 10 tests that listed prices | +20.5% | The Turanza T005 was dearer in 9 of 10 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 138 | 62 sizes made in both | 86 |
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 19 tests, 2018 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.
Performance profile
16 measurements from the 19 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Turanza T005
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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. 9 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Turanza T005
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
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.
Where owners rate each higher
Turanza T005
Not ahead in any category
ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Turanza T005 73% from 200 reviews and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 80% from 119. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
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.
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| 67.21 | 0.2% | 67.05 | 0-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 65 | 0.2% | 64.9 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 128 | 0.1% | 128 | 7-8 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 128 | 8.4% | 117 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 86.89 | 0.6% | 87.45 | 4-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 46.8 | 2.3% | 45.7 | 6-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8.5 | 1.2% | 8.3 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.6 | 0.4% | 11.65 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 49.1 | 3.1% | 50.6 | 2-11 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 11.7 | 2% | 11.6 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 41.4 | 0.8% | 41.1 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 1,984 | 15% | 1,725 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 22,748 | 6.7% | 24,178 | 0-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7.04 | 20.8% | 8.95 | 11-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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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 Turanza T005 scores 8.6 and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 8.4 out of 10.
| Turanza T005 | Category | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | ||
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| 76 | Dry | 70 | ||
| 80 | Wet | 79 | ||
| 27 | Comfort | 62 | ||
| 88 | Value | 42 | ||
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
| Turanza T005 | Category | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun | ||
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| 8.1 | Dry Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 7.7 | Wet Grip | 8.2 | ||
| 7.3 | Road Feedback | 8.1 | ||
| 7.3 | Handling | 8 | ||
| 6.8 | Wear | 7.7 | ||
| 7.2 | Comfort | 7.9 | ||
Owners rate the Turanza T005 73% from 200 reviews and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 80% from 119. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Bridgestone Turanza T005
- 73%from 200 reviews
- 57%would buy again
- 2,906,122 milesdriven by reviewers
Owner feedback on the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is mixed (average 68.6%), but most agree it delivers dependable everyday grip, particularly on dry roads and often in the wet too. Comfort and fuel efficiency are also frequent highlights, with many describing an easy, relaxed touring feel. The main drawbacks are refinement and longevity: around a third of owners complain about road noise, while tread life is debated and slightly leans negative overall, with many reporting quicker-than-expected wear. A smaller but notable group (around one in five) also dislike the steering feel, often describing it as light or lacking feedback, and a few report weak performance in cold weather.
- Strong dry grip and reassuring traction
- Confident wet grip for normal driving
- Comfortable, compliant ride
- Good dry handling and stability
- Noticeable road noise, especially at motorway speeds
- Tread life can be disappointing for the price
- Light or vague steering feel / limited feedback
Summarised by AI from 171 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 200 Turanza T005 reviewsEş zamanlı olarak hem turanza6 hem turanza5 kullanıyorum. Turanza6 kolay kolay kaymaz ve ABS açmazdı. Turanza5 daha 5000km olmasına rağmen ilk günden beri hem kuru, hem de ıslak zeminde orta/sert frende çok erken ABS açma meyilinde. Turanza6 ya göre belirgin daha sert ve konforsuz. Parasının hakkını veren bir lastik kesinlikle değil.
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun
- 80%from 119 reviews
- 78%would buy again
- 1,000,122 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally describe the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun as an excellent value summer touring tire with strong wet-weather safety (including aquaplaning resistance) and confident dry grip, often punching above its price class. A very common highlight is low cabin noise and an overall smooth, secure feel, with many users also reporting good wear life over high mileage. The most recurring drawbacks are higher rolling resistance (fuel consumption increase for some cars) and a softer/less precise steering feel that can disappoint more performance-focused drivers, with a subset also finding the ride firmer on rough roads.
- Strong wet grip and reassuring aquaplaning resistance
- Good dry grip and braking
- Low road noise / quiet cabin
- Good value for money
- Higher rolling resistance leading to increased fuel consumption for some drivers
- Soft sidewalls or less precise steering/feedback (not ideal for hard sporty driving)
- Firm/harsh ride on rough roads for some vehicles/setups
Summarised by AI from 107 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 119 ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun reviewsA quiet tire, very predictable/forgiving at the limit, especially in the rain, with a soft sidewall.These miles were covered with spirited driving on winding roads.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 138 sizes of the Turanza T005 and 86 of the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun, 62 of them made in both.
| Category | Turanza T005 | ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun |
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| Season | Summer | Summer |
| Sizes made | 138 sizes, 14 to 22 inch | 86 sizes, 14 to 19 inch |
| Made in both | 62 sizes 185/60 R14185/65 R14195/70 R14165/65 R15185/55 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/50 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15205/60 R15and 50 more | |
| EU label wet grip | A64%B36%C0% | A100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | B58%A29%C9%D3% | D50%C47%B2%A1% |
| EU label noise | 66-74 dB B88%A12% | 67-72 dB A74%B26% |
| On the market since | 2016 | 2017 |
| Replaced | Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo (2016) | Falken ZIEX ZE914 EcoRun (2012) |
| Replaced by | Bridgestone Turanza 6 | Falken ZIEX ZE320 |
| Price in the shared tests | The Turanza T005 was the dearer tire in 9 of the 10 tests that listed prices, by 20.5% on average. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
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.
Bridgestone's Turanza T005 and Falken's ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun occupy the same "summer touring" space on paper, but the test history shows they get there with very different priorities. The T005 is a long-running premium benchmark (now being phased out in some markets) that repeatedly targets efficiency and predictable, safe handling. The ZE310 EcoRun is the classic value disruptor: often close on lap times and braking, usually quieter, and typically much cheaper.
Across 19 shared professional tests, the comparison becomes a trade-off between energy efficiency and price vs. outright wet-braking sharpness and cabin refinement. In some recent data (e.g., Motor's 2025 low rolling resistance test) the tires even land close overall (4th vs 5th), but the way they achieve those rankings differs-especially in rolling resistance and aquaplaning behavior.
Conclusion
If you want the most consistently "complete" tire across the widest mix of tests, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 comes out ahead more often and more convincingly. It repeatedly posts stronger dry braking (12 wins vs 3), much stronger overall wet handling (10 wins vs 1), and-most importantly for running costs-dominates rolling resistance (11 wins vs 0). In Tire Reviews' 2023 touring test, for example, the T005's rolling resistance was 6.76 kg/t vs the Falken's 8.72 kg/t, and similar ~20-27% efficiency gaps appear in multiple other tests, which can be a meaningful real-world difference for high-mileage drivers and EV/plug-in owners.
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun, however, makes a strong case if your priority is value and you're willing to accept higher energy use. It's frequently cheaper (e.g., ADAC 2023: €89 vs €111; Motor 2025: €336 vs €437), tends to be quieter (noise wins 9 vs 2), and it often matches or beats the Bridgestone in wet braking (8 wins vs 7)-sometimes by a lot (Tire Reviews 2020: 35.7 m vs 41.0 m). The practical takeaway: the Bridgestone is the safer "all-round + efficiency" pick, while the Falken is the cost-effective, comfort-leaning option that can be excellent in wet braking but less consistent in aquaplaning behavior and almost always weaker on rolling resistance.
Turanza T005 vs ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun: your questions
Is the Bridgestone Turanza T005 or the Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun the better tire?
In the 19 independent tests that ran both tires, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 finished ahead 17 times and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun twice. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Turanza T005 scores 8.6 and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 8.4 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Turanza T005 or the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun?
The Turanza T005 led 25 of the 51 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it averaged a 2.3% higher speed on the wet handling course across 6 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Turanza T005 led 19 of the 30 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.6% shorter in the dry across 15 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Turanza T005 had 20.8% lower rolling resistance (11 tests); the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun lasted 6.7% longer in the wear tests (4 tests). Owners rate wear 6.8/10 for the Turanza T005 and 7.7/10 for the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun was 0.6 dB quieter (12 tests). Owners rate comfort 7.2/10 for the Turanza T005 and 7.9/10 for the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Turanza T005 73% from 200 reviews and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 80% from 119. 57% of Turanza T005 owners would buy it again, against 78% for the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun.
Which is more expensive?
In the 10 tests that listed prices, the Turanza T005 was the dearer tire in 9 of them, by 20.5% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Turanza T005 is made in 138 sizes (14 to 22 inch) and the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun in 86 (14 to 19 inch). 62 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Turanza T005 is graded A for wet grip and B for rolling resistance in most sizes; the ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun A and D.
Which is the newer tire?
The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun is the newer design: it reached the market in 2017, the Turanza T005 in 2016. The Turanza T005 replaced the Bridgestone Turanza T001 Evo. The ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun replaced the Falken ZIEX ZE914 EcoRun.
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