215/45 R18 Tires
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| Tire Reviewed | Dry Grip | Wet Grip | Feedback | Handling | Wear | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yokohama Advan Sport V103 (6) | 98% | 95% | 93% | 93% | 85% | 95% |
| Toyo Proxes Sport 2 (8) | 94% | 91% | 91% | 94% | 88% | 89% |
| Gripmax Status Pro Winter (5) | 96% | 92% | 86% | 84% | 74% | 84% |
| Vredestein Ultrac Satin (45) | 92% | 87% | 85% | 86% | 86% | 90% |
| Michelin Primacy 5 (30) | 87% | 88% | 78% | 79% | 92% | 95% |
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 (409) | 91% | 89% | 86% | 85% | 80% | 87% |
| Triangle SeasonX TA01 (3) | 87% | 73% | 87% | 83% | 83% | 83% |
| Nexen N Fera SU4 (79) | 91% | 87% | 83% | 80% | 81% | 87% |
| Michelin Pilot Sport 5 (101) | 90% | 91% | 82% | 83% | 82% | 84% |
| Falken Eurowinter HS449 (35) | 85% | 87% | 80% | 77% | 85% | 84% |
| Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 (25) | 91% | 88% | 85% | 87% | 85% | 75% |
| Falken ZE914 (99) | 89% | 81% | 84% | 80% | 82% | 81% |
| Michelin Pilot Sport 3 PS3 (305) | 90% | 88% | 84% | 84% | 73% | 82% |
| Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 (183) | 88% | 85% | 81% | 81% | 79% | 86% |
| Michelin Pilot Sport 4 (339) | 90% | 87% | 81% | 84% | 74% | 78% |
| Tigar Tigar UHP (24) | 90% | 76% | 80% | 81% | 72% | 83% |
| Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 (34) | 86% | 85% | 74% | 78% | 85% | 85% |
| Continental ContiMaxContact MC6 (39) | 90% | 77% | 78% | 87% | 71% | 79% |
| Michelin Primacy 4 Plus (34) | 87% | 84% | 76% | 73% | 82% | 84% |
| Bridgestone Potenza Sport (124) | 91% | 86% | 88% | 90% | 61% | 71% |
| Continental ExtremeContact DWS 06 PLUS (33) | 88% | 91% | 81% | 85% | 68% | 82% |
| Yokohama Advan Fleva V701 (68) | 84% | 79% | 81% | 81% | 77% | 76% |
| Vredestein Quatrac 5 (38) | 82% | 79% | 80% | 82% | 82% | 85% |
| Falken ZIEX ZE914 EcoRun (95) | 85% | 81% | 81% | 82% | 77% | 76% |
| Uniroyal RainSport 3 (288) | 84% | 92% | 79% | 78% | 64% | 83% |
| Vredestein Quatrac Pro (44) | 87% | 88% | 84% | 78% | 78% | 90% |
| Continental WinterContact TS 850 P (20) | 84% | 85% | 83% | 84% | 82% | 79% |
| Hankook Ventus V12 evo2 (83) | 87% | 81% | 78% | 79% | 73% | 77% |
| Bridgestone Turanza T005A (10) | 82% | 76% | 75% | 75% | 85% | 86% |
| General Altimax One S (15) | 86% | 77% | 75% | 76% | 86% | 75% |
| Dunlop SP5000 (6) | 87% | 72% | 83% | 83% | 78% | 80% |
| Kumho Ecsta PS71 (82) | 86% | 81% | 80% | 80% | 72% | 74% |
| Habilead SportMax S2000 (15) | 83% | 75% | 77% | 75% | 71% | 77% |
| Kumho Ecsta KU31 (165) | 83% | 75% | 77% | 76% | 72% | 74% |
| Westlake Sport SA37 (6) | 82% | 62% | 82% | 80% | 83% | 77% |
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 (66) | 85% | 83% | 72% | 74% | 69% | 77% |
| Bridgestone Potenza RE720 (20) | 84% | 77% | 75% | 77% | 64% | 70% |
| Nexen N Fera SU1 (145) | 82% | 75% | 74% | 75% | 71% | 79% |
| Hankook Kinergy 4S2 (61) | 81% | 81% | 72% | 74% | 76% | 74% |
| Falken ZE912 (200) | 82% | 74% | 75% | 70% | 71% | 79% |
| Hankook Ventus S1 evo (45) | 81% | 73% | 75% | 73% | 75% | 72% |
| Maxxis Victra Sport VS01 (8) | 84% | 73% | 79% | 79% | 71% | 63% |
| Landsail LS588 UHP (101) | 80% | 73% | 69% | 67% | 76% | 79% |
| Pirelli CINTURATO P7 (188) | 83% | 73% | 73% | 75% | 69% | 74% |
| Sailun Atrezzo Elite (23) | 81% | 74% | 72% | 68% | 66% | 71% |
| Bridgestone Turanza T005 (180) | 80% | 78% | 72% | 73% | 66% | 72% |
| Pirelli Powergy (34) | 83% | 76% | 71% | 75% | 63% | 72% |
| Yokohama W Drive (14) | 77% | 71% | 81% | 71% | 78% | 77% |
| Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT (55) | 85% | 73% | 74% | 76% | 65% | 65% |
| Yokohama Advan Sport ZPS (3) | 83% | 73% | 70% | 73% | 70% | 57% |
| Toyo Proxes C1S (37) | 78% | 68% | 70% | 69% | 66% | 70% |
| Bridgestone Potenza S001 (166) | 83% | 69% | 74% | 74% | 67% | 60% |
| Bridgestone Potenza RE050 (57) | 83% | 69% | 76% | 69% | 66% | 61% |
| Bridgestone Potenza RE050A (215) | 83% | 70% | 75% | 72% | 66% | 59% |
| Toyo Proxes Sport (22) | 75% | 62% | 70% | 65% | 69% | 69% |
| Dunlop SP Sport Maxx (166) | 79% | 69% | 69% | 67% | 63% | 64% |
| Pirelli PZero Rosso (109) | 81% | 66% | 70% | 68% | 59% | 62% |
| Federal Formoza FD2 (16) | 73% | 60% | 65% | 56% | 65% | 77% |
| Hankook Ventus V2 Concept (12) | 87% | 79% | 79% | 81% | 75% | 80% |
| Sailun Atrezzo Z4 AS (52) | 74% | 68% | 62% | 62% | 64% | 56% |
| Hifly HF805 (66) | 74% | 61% | 65% | 64% | 54% | 63% |
| Yokohama Advan A10 (18) | 84% | 66% | 66% | 64% | 55% | 45% |
| Accelera PHI (165) | 67% | 44% | 52% | 51% | 65% | 58% |
| Federal Formoza FD1 (15) | 71% | 56% | 49% | 51% | 57% | 58% |
| RoadX RXMOTION U11 (37) | 62% | 38% | 45% | 44% | 74% | 53% |
| Bridgestone Turanza EL440 (19) | 55% | 46% | 55% | 51% | 40% | 43% |
215/45 R18 Tire Review Highlights
Writing about the Michelin Pilot Sport 5
rated 83%
I switched to PS5s when my old Michelin Primacy 4s were worn out. I’m very satisfied with the PS5. I value comfort highly, though I also really appreciate sharp handling characteristics. What immediately stood out was the precise steering and reduced understeer. Even in quiet city traffic (on roundabouts and at intersections, for example), it's noticeable that the car changes direction more effortlessly. The steering feel is good, especially on dry roads, though the difference compared to the Primacy 4 is limited. The ride comfort is slightly lower than with the Primacy 4, but it’s hardly what I’d call harsh or jarring. In terms of fuel consumption and road noise, I haven't noticed any difference compared to the Primacy 4
tire reviewed on 2026-03-16 07:14:19
Writing about the Bridgestone Turanza T005A
rated 74%
Tires came stock with the car. Thinking of changing to another brand but in the end I thought I might just give it a try. First 1000km was unimpressive (perhaps the tires havent break in yet), the tires were slippery on dry and wet roads. The grip was horrible, cornering feels unsafe (genuinely thinking to swap these off after my vacation). After 1000km, the tires' grip starting to come online on both dry and wet roads, yet still not as impressive as the Hankook VP4 I've used on another car. The tires were bouncy through corners, it can take fast corners but have to be cautious with the entering speed. The tire performed moderately (score of 7/10) in the wet with minimal aquaplaning. As a touring tire, it is very quiet and comfortable. If you enjoy relaxing long distance road trip with music or chit chatting with family/friends in the car, this tire performed extremely well and it absorbs vibration of the rough roads very well too. The wear is okay at 20k km mileage (acceptable but not impressive). In my honest opinion: I would recommend this tire for those who enjoys a relaxing drive. If you love spirited driving or does partial spirited driving (sometimes), this is not the tire for you.
tire reviewed on 2026-02-21 23:56:15
Writing about the Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
rated 91%
The tires perform really well, with excellent wet grip. They feel very safe, and they're also very good in the dry, though braking distance seems a bit long. They're also quite comfortable. The only problem is that above 170 km/h I experience a slight vibration in the steering, which I didn't have with the stock Bridgestone Turanza.
tire reviewed on 2026-02-08 06:54:59
Writing about the Bridgestone Potenza RE050A
rated 97%
I left a previous review in 2020 and I’ll start this one, how I finished the last. Quite a few of the poor reviews relate to the run-flat version or BMWs, which are probably running run-flats. Those tires have a separate page on this website and if they were removed from this NON run-flat page, these tires would score higher.
My first review at 3,000 miles was very positive and I’m pleased to say things carried on in a similar vein. My only two concerns were “wear” and given I’m writing this review over 5 years and another 50,000 miles later, answers that one. In fact, most of the tire widths still have 2-3mm left (must be my Jim Clark driving style [I wish]), but my performance estate runs some negative camber and the inner shoulders were shot.
The other was cold temperatures, which I understand afflicted the previous RE040, but not these tires. Sub 5 degrees on damp back roads was not a problem.
In short, dry / wet grip, feedback and handling were all top notch, especially running an extra 2.5psi, which made the car feel even more “planted” and inspired additional confidence. Being 93XL load, compared to the OE 89SL, they needed an extra 0.5psi in any case. Comfort was still reasonable, I didn’t notice any noise and economy was as expected.
Finally, I hardly noticed any deterioration in performance near their end of life, as I was still chasing down faster metal on cold damp back roads with confidence. Perhaps the odd slight twitch through standing water, which is only to be expected, given the loss of tread.
Would I buy again? Without doubt, although Bridgestone no longer make them in my size, so I’ve gone for a set of Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72, as I’m on a budget and these mid-market tires have reviewed well since their launch.
My first review at 3,000 miles was very positive and I’m pleased to say things carried on in a similar vein. My only two concerns were “wear” and given I’m writing this review over 5 years and another 50,000 miles later, answers that one. In fact, most of the tire widths still have 2-3mm left (must be my Jim Clark driving style [I wish]), but my performance estate runs some negative camber and the inner shoulders were shot.
The other was cold temperatures, which I understand afflicted the previous RE040, but not these tires. Sub 5 degrees on damp back roads was not a problem.
In short, dry / wet grip, feedback and handling were all top notch, especially running an extra 2.5psi, which made the car feel even more “planted” and inspired additional confidence. Being 93XL load, compared to the OE 89SL, they needed an extra 0.5psi in any case. Comfort was still reasonable, I didn’t notice any noise and economy was as expected.
Finally, I hardly noticed any deterioration in performance near their end of life, as I was still chasing down faster metal on cold damp back roads with confidence. Perhaps the odd slight twitch through standing water, which is only to be expected, given the loss of tread.
Would I buy again? Without doubt, although Bridgestone no longer make them in my size, so I’ve gone for a set of Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72, as I’m on a budget and these mid-market tires have reviewed well since their launch.
tire reviewed on 2026-01-11 05:51:04
Writing about the Pirelli Powergy
rated 62%
On paper, these were a good match to my Mazda 3 2.2D for long-distance motorway driving, and occasional blasts along country lanes, and they are responsive with plenty of grip, but one critical annoyance means I need to leave this negative review. Since fitment, I had persistent periodic vibration when travelling at speed on motorways, and this did not go away after multiple attempts at balancing and/or swapping wheels between corners of the car. A specialist with a Hunter Road Force Elite tester checked everything (rims, damage, runout, brake discs, you name it), and diagnosed that one tire was right at the usual limit for passenger vehicle road force variation at 90N, with the other 3 at about half that value.
All 4 tires were basically from the same batch (ordered at the same time, same week codes on each). Pirelli apparently don't have tight QC when it comes to this parameter, which is a significant factor in ride quality at speed. I'm now chasing them for a warranty claim on a tire barely 1/10th through its expected lifespan.
All 4 tires were basically from the same batch (ordered at the same time, same week codes on each). Pirelli apparently don't have tight QC when it comes to this parameter, which is a significant factor in ride quality at speed. I'm now chasing them for a warranty claim on a tire barely 1/10th through its expected lifespan.
tire reviewed on 2026-01-06 13:02:37
Writing about the Nexen WinGuard Sport 2
rated 82%
This is my second season on these tires, and they work well on my 2024 BRZ tS. No issues at all. We generally don't get a huge amount of snow in one go, and if it's that bad, I don't travel. Anything up to 10 cm of snow and the tires are fine.
tire reviewed on 2025-12-15 12:27:29
Writing about the Sailun Atrezzo Elite
rated 10%
I would recommend anyone driving a strong hatchback to stay away,these tires can kill you,they just won't turn in the dry.In wet I'd better give no comment
tire reviewed on 2025-12-15 12:03:14
Writing about the Bridgestone Turanza T005
rated 57%
Crap tires especially in the wet. These are the stock tires on my Mazda 3 and I have had several occasions with the front tires spinning when taking off (my car isn’t even that powerful). Dry handling is okay but wet handling is horrible. Low rolling resistance but very noisy. Will not buy again.
tire reviewed on 2025-11-08 17:03:12
Writing about the Michelin Primacy 5
rated 87%
Mazda 3 4th Gen. The tires are skinnier than ones replaced with the same marked width. They heat up a lot so tire pressure builds up. Cornering in the dry on a 90 deg bend onto 2 lanes will buckle the tire doing over 40km/h. Driven in temperatures between -4 & +36 degrees. They are very good in wet conditions with stable steering. Lovely ride on most roads except course stone chips. They take small pot holes & road expansion joints better than any tire I have used. A great tire if you are not into sporty cornering. A relaxing drive is what I found these tires to provide along with a quieter drive. Tread loss is approx .5mm over 4500 kms. Original depth was 7.5 mm. They should last a while with wheel rotation. I paid for a premium European tire that is made in China. Go figure.
tire reviewed on 2025-10-26 20:56:10
Writing about the Bridgestone Turanza T005A
rated 79%
I was fairly happy with these tires most of their lifetime. They managed to do over 60 000 km (The car has done 100k, swapping summer and winter tires). These tires came with the car from new.
For the 4 seasons, the tires worked ok in dry and fairly well in wet as well. The longevity I'd say is pretty exceptional (considering the reviews of others) as now when I'm writing this review, they still have slightly over 5mm of tread depth, so in that regard, they would work for a couple more seasons... Unfortunately, during this last year they've become very sensitive to temperatures and driving in the wet below 15 °C is a very unpleasant experience, which is why I'm considering this being the end of life. If I lived in a warmer climate, I'd probably consider using them further.
This is a 2nd review of these tires from me. The other review I wrote was when the tires were still fairly new on the T005 tire (there wasn't T005A tire listed here before).
I'm thinking of replacing them with Hankook Ventus Evo or Falken Ziex 320 following spring...
For the 4 seasons, the tires worked ok in dry and fairly well in wet as well. The longevity I'd say is pretty exceptional (considering the reviews of others) as now when I'm writing this review, they still have slightly over 5mm of tread depth, so in that regard, they would work for a couple more seasons... Unfortunately, during this last year they've become very sensitive to temperatures and driving in the wet below 15 °C is a very unpleasant experience, which is why I'm considering this being the end of life. If I lived in a warmer climate, I'd probably consider using them further.
This is a 2nd review of these tires from me. The other review I wrote was when the tires were still fairly new on the T005 tire (there wasn't T005A tire listed here before).
I'm thinking of replacing them with Hankook Ventus Evo or Falken Ziex 320 following spring...
tire reviewed on 2025-10-21 01:12:29
Writing about the Bridgestone Turanza T005
rated 100%
Had these fitted to my new Mazda 3 in 2021. I currently have 94k kilometers and still have them fitted although I changed for winter tires each season for about 3-4 months. But I am guessing they definitely have over 60K now. Would probably last even longer. I was very satisfied with them, good quiet general tire. These were made in Japan. I am quite surprised by other reviews here. I am thinking about byuing them again in spring. or at least the front ones.
tire reviewed on 2025-10-09 12:14:24
Writing about the Bridgestone Turanza T005
rated 47%
Fitted since new on a 2019 Mazda 3 BP
My first impressions were okay, it was difficult to benchmark the tire at first given the car and brand was new to me, but since changing them to Michelins, it's revealed just how far the Turanza T005s fall short with its other premium rivals.
Dry grip is perfectly acceptable, that is until you take it right to the limit and it begins to chew at the edges of the tires, which happens incredibly fast.
The front left tire had a split/crack in the sidewall, this was rectified by having a new one fitted, but this is where the serious problems began.
Since I now had two tires with two tread depths, the edges wore down even quicker, to the point where massive lumps of rubber were beginning to tear off, see the picture attached.
This prompted the imminent replacement for the Michelins at the front only, and things got even worse.
The difference in wet grip made for a very confident front end, however, on more than one occasion, the back end where the Turanzas were still present could not keep up, this has resulted in the car oversteering.
After 3 years with the Bridgestones on the back, they both had very severe cracking.
Having replaced all of them with Michelins, the difference it has made to the car is night and day.
Another area where the Bridgestones fall short is road noise, I always presumed the car was loud when driving over poor quality roads, but it turns out these are susceptible to excessive roar, even when I just had the rears fitted.
The reason why I mention the Michelins is because in some cases, this tire costs more, yet I have seen better all-round performance out of the midrange brands than I have others. Notably Toyos, which offer very similar grip abilities, but cost 2/3rds of the price, and they have lasted twice as long.
The Turanzas are very reliable in the dry, but the cost and what I got out of them left me extremely disappointed, and I won't be returning to the brand, it is huge shame given the Potenzas are decent.
My first impressions were okay, it was difficult to benchmark the tire at first given the car and brand was new to me, but since changing them to Michelins, it's revealed just how far the Turanza T005s fall short with its other premium rivals.
Dry grip is perfectly acceptable, that is until you take it right to the limit and it begins to chew at the edges of the tires, which happens incredibly fast.
The front left tire had a split/crack in the sidewall, this was rectified by having a new one fitted, but this is where the serious problems began.
Since I now had two tires with two tread depths, the edges wore down even quicker, to the point where massive lumps of rubber were beginning to tear off, see the picture attached.
This prompted the imminent replacement for the Michelins at the front only, and things got even worse.
The difference in wet grip made for a very confident front end, however, on more than one occasion, the back end where the Turanzas were still present could not keep up, this has resulted in the car oversteering.
After 3 years with the Bridgestones on the back, they both had very severe cracking.
Having replaced all of them with Michelins, the difference it has made to the car is night and day.
Another area where the Bridgestones fall short is road noise, I always presumed the car was loud when driving over poor quality roads, but it turns out these are susceptible to excessive roar, even when I just had the rears fitted.
The reason why I mention the Michelins is because in some cases, this tire costs more, yet I have seen better all-round performance out of the midrange brands than I have others. Notably Toyos, which offer very similar grip abilities, but cost 2/3rds of the price, and they have lasted twice as long.
The Turanzas are very reliable in the dry, but the cost and what I got out of them left me extremely disappointed, and I won't be returning to the brand, it is huge shame given the Potenzas are decent.
tire reviewed on 2025-09-18 16:06:37
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