These tires should be banned .. as I have already reported and sent photos, the tread is cracking on the side and coming off .... rejected at the technical inspection....
And what is your customer service doing? Nothing, despite several messages and emails ...
I have banned Nokian! Too dangerous and no customer service.
Reported to the mounting company... stop sales of this brand!
Mr. Giry Laurent
205/65 R16 Tires
Everything we know about the 205/65 R16 tire size: 39 owner reviews covering 493,953 miles of driving, and EU label data for the tires you can actually buy in it.
- 39owner reviews
- 493,953 milescovered on them
- 457tires made in this size
205/65 R16 EU tire label data
EU label values are declared for each individual size, so the figures here are exact for 205/65 R16 rather than a range across a model. 329 tires carry label data in this size. The most common load index is 95 (up to 690 kg per tire). Speed ratings on offer: W (270 km/h), V (240 km/h), H (210 km/h), T (190 km/h), S (180 km/h), R (170 km/h), Q (160 km/h). 164 tires in this size carry the 3PMSF severe snow marking.
A Best wet grip
57 tires in this size hold the top EU wet grip rating, class A. The highest scoring on Tire Reviews:
- Goodyear Vector All Season 4 All Season 9.7
- Falken ZIEX ZE320 Summer 9.4
- Nokian Hakka Blue 3 Summer 9.1
- Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 Winter 8.9
- Michelin Primacy 5 Summer 8.8
- Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 Summer 8.8
A Lowest rolling resistance
The most fuel efficient choice: 12 tires in this size reach rolling resistance class A. The highest scoring on Tire Reviews:
- Pirelli Scorpion Summer 9
- Hankook Ventus Prime 3 K125 Summer 8.8
- Hankook Ventus Prime 4 Summer 8.8
- Vredestein Ultrac Summer 8.7
- Bridgestone Turanza T005 Summer 8.6
- Kumho Ecsta PS71 Summer 8.5
67dB Quietest tires
The quietest 205/65 R16 tires are labelled at 67 dB external noise:
- Falken ZIEX ZE320 Summer 9.4
- Falken Euroall Season AS220 All Season 9.1
- Nokian Hakka Blue 3 Summer 9.1
- Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 Winter 8.7
- Bridgestone Turanza T005 Summer 8.6
- Pirelli Carrier All Season All Season 8.2
Label values come from the EU EPREL database and apply to the EU market versions of each tire. Wet grip and rolling resistance run from class A (best) to E; noise is the measured drive-by figure. A good label is a floor, not a verdict - the tests and owner ratings above tell you far more.
What does 205/65 R16 mean?
A 205/65 R16 tire is 205 mm wide, its sidewall is 65% of that width (133 mm) tall, and it fits a 16 inch wheel. That gives an overall diameter of roughly 673 mm.
| Section width | 205 mm |
|---|---|
| Sidewall height | 133 mm |
| Rim diameter | 16" (406 mm) |
| Overall diameter | ≈ 673 mm |
| Circumference | ≈ 2,114 mm |
| Revolutions per km | ≈ 473 |
| Revolutions per mile | ≈ 761 |
Also written as
205/65R16 205/65 ZR16 205-65-16 205 65 16
Figures are calculated from the nominal size. A loaded, rolling tire runs a few percent smaller, and true widths vary slightly between makes.
What cars use 205/65 R16 tires?
The cars most often running this size in our owner reviews. Each links to the best rated tires for that exact car.
Toyota Camry
3 reviews in this size
Mercedes Benz E220Cdi
2 reviews in this size
Mercedes Benz Vito
2 reviews in this size
Nissan Primastar
1 reviews in this size
Volkswagen Transporter
1 reviews in this size
Volkswagen Golf MK7 GTI
1 reviews in this size
Toyota 2006 Avalon
1 reviews in this size
Hyundai I20
1 reviews in this size
Kia Motors Optima
1 reviews in this size
Renault Trafic
1 reviews in this size
Every tire reviewed in 205/65 R16
The complete record, including discontinued tires and tires with too few reviews to rank, ordered by the amount of evidence. A further 31 tires have a single review each; they count toward the totals but are not listed.
| Tire | Season | Owner rating | Reviews | Distance reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wanli S1063 | Summer | 94% | 2 | 1,000 miles |
| Michelin Energy Replaced by Michelin Energy Saver 4 | Summer | 60% | 2 | 23,000 miles |
| Falken Linam VAN01 | Summer | 56% | 2 | 3,100 miles |
| Nokian One | All Season | 52% | 2 | 10,000 miles |
Reviews only cover part of the market: 457 tires are made in 205/65 R16. Browse every 205/65 R16 tire →
What drivers say about their 205/65 R16 tires
The most recent owner reviews fitted in this size, in their own words.
Only 2k miles on the tires so far. Initial impressions is its a good bang for your buck. I was almost assuming because these were fairly inexpensive that the feedback and performance of the tire were not fantastic. Then I read how Laufenn is a subsidiary of Hankook tires. Basically there mid to entry level tires. I decided since they were designed by hankook and said to be good for fuel efficiency and quiet ride. So initial impression.... yes, they are quiet...surprisingly quiet. I drive a 2016 mazda 3. These cars are noisy...lots of road noise usually resonates. These made it surprisingly quiet. Fuel efficiency, i do see slightly better gas mileage...ill need to put more miles on it before I can say it increases mpg for sure..... cornering.... thats where the first mediocre performing aspect of the tire. On dry road, it seems to grip very well ( but what tire in its first 2k miles break in isnt usually sticky ans grippy...) but the sidewalk seems a bit weak..i am definitely getting a little bit of squishyness and feeling the outward roll of the car a bit more. Not significantly more than my previous continentals but a little. Now, ill again say this is for sure untill more miles are put on but I think its all possible my previous tires were at the end of their treadlife.... meaning the tires were smaller giving my car a lower ride height and ultimately giving it a lower center of gravity. Which is why when switching to brand new , fresh tread tires. Its raised my height. Possibly making the roll more noticeable. I have not had an oppurtunity to drive these on what i would consider , proper wet road conditions to give an opinion or review of there performance in that dept. But overall.. the quietness is fantastic. I drive 33 miles each way to work everyday . 30 of those miles is interstate . These tires are everything I need them to be. Great value if your not wanting to break the bank I think i paid something like $600 for them through les schwabs
Replaced all four tires after I got tire burst on front left tire after a tire rotation.
Since then I have been driving on Michelin tires with minimal issues apart from regular tire pressure checks and few foreign body tire punctures.
Wet roads and dry roads. Not much comfortable but not so bad. Looks very resistant to poorly maintained roads. Behaves better than the Kinergy in rainy days. Treadwear 480 is very good.
An average to good tire in most respects. However, the tread-wear is amazing. It's not going to quite reach the 90k warranty, but it will get damn close.
The rolling resistance is also decent considering the thick tread and huge longevity. Better MPG than the Michelin Defender2.
Recommended if you can get them on sale.
I'll start with the positives:
1- High safety with these tires. Despite having approximately three studs per tire, I didn't experience any vibration or sudden blowouts from any tire, even while driving at speeds exceeding 120 km/h.
2- The grip level remained almost constant over two years of use in desert city weather. The difference between the first day of use and the last was negligible, especially considering the high speeds I typically took on turns. This contrasts with other tire brands where the difference between old and new tires is significant.
3- Very low wear rate and long tire life. I reached 50,000 km with approximately half the tread remaining.
4- Excellent comfort.
5- Very quiet tire noise when new.
Disadvantages:
1- The biggest problem with this tire is its tendency to pick up nails from the road. Each tire has approximately three nail holes, a problem I haven't experienced with any other tire from any other company.
2- There's a significant difference in noise level between the new and old tires.
1- High safety with these tires. Despite having approximately three studs per tire, I didn't experience any vibration or sudden blowouts from any tire, even while driving at speeds exceeding 120 km/h.
2- The grip level remained almost constant over two years of use in desert city weather. The difference between the first day of use and the last was negligible, especially considering the high speeds I typically took on turns. This contrasts with other tire brands where the difference between old and new tires is significant.
3- Very low wear rate and long tire life. I reached 50,000 km with approximately half the tread remaining.
4- Excellent comfort.
5- Very quiet tire noise when new.
Disadvantages:
1- The biggest problem with this tire is its tendency to pick up nails from the road. Each tire has approximately three nail holes, a problem I haven't experienced with any other tire from any other company.
2- There's a significant difference in noise level between the new and old tires.
With Mercedes w211 very poor tire. Dangerous and unpredictable. The car was always with esp active even if I didn’t notice the car was sliding the front, in slow inclined curves. To the point that the mechanic thought it was a problem with the car. Bad in dry , long distance for braking and a nightmare in wet sliding the front of the car abruptly.
Mostly had Michelin tires with no problems.
Last ones were primacy 4 made in Poland and no problems. These e primacy Mo certified, are from Spain and so far the worst tire I had.
Spent several hundred euros in tests with the car because we thought it was a mechanical problem. Even changed all abs sensors. The car is fine.
Changed for Toyo and the car is normal again.
Representative from Michelin didn’t comment or was of any help.
May be bad luck with these ones. However they last much more then average. If only they were not dangerous would be perfect.
Less noise then the Toyos and comfortable if going straight ahead.
Tried all the pressures recommended in Mercedes manual. Didn’t made any difference.
Mostly had Michelin tires with no problems.
Last ones were primacy 4 made in Poland and no problems. These e primacy Mo certified, are from Spain and so far the worst tire I had.
Spent several hundred euros in tests with the car because we thought it was a mechanical problem. Even changed all abs sensors. The car is fine.
Changed for Toyo and the car is normal again.
Representative from Michelin didn’t comment or was of any help.
May be bad luck with these ones. However they last much more then average. If only they were not dangerous would be perfect.
Less noise then the Toyos and comfortable if going straight ahead.
Tried all the pressures recommended in Mercedes manual. Didn’t made any difference.
Exceptional tire I mounted these on Dacia Duster 4x4 and grip is unlimited, I can floor the car in any conditions, dry wet and snow.
Vredestein always gives very good feedback and steering feel while also being comfortable, these are more comfortable and less sporty than the Quatrac PRO.
It's much cheaper than Michelin for example but quality is not far off and when you consider these tires last for 60-80tkm they're the best value possible because quality is great and price is good. After 15tkm the tread is like new so they'll last over 50tkm for sure (my Quatrac Pro on Audi A3 lasted almost 80tkm which is insane)
Would recommend without any doubt if you can get them cheaper than some Conti or Bridgestone (for negligible price difference these two still give slightly better performance)
Vredestein always gives very good feedback and steering feel while also being comfortable, these are more comfortable and less sporty than the Quatrac PRO.
It's much cheaper than Michelin for example but quality is not far off and when you consider these tires last for 60-80tkm they're the best value possible because quality is great and price is good. After 15tkm the tread is like new so they'll last over 50tkm for sure (my Quatrac Pro on Audi A3 lasted almost 80tkm which is insane)
Would recommend without any doubt if you can get them cheaper than some Conti or Bridgestone (for negligible price difference these two still give slightly better performance)
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