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255/35 R19 Tires

Everything we know about the 255/35 R19 tire size: 5 independent tire tests conducted in this exact size, 380 owner reviews covering 3,430,812 miles of driving, and EU label data for the tires you can actually buy in it.

  • 380owner reviews
  • 3,430,812 milescovered on them
  • 5tests in this size
  • 506tires made in this size
255/35 R19 To scale, mm
Ø 661 255 89 19" 89

The quick answer

The quick answer - 255/35 R19
Season Owners' pick Owner rating Latest test winner
Summer Pirelli P Zero PZ5 9.4 96% from 7 reviews Continental SportContact 7 9.7 2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer Tire Test
Winter Michelin Pilot Alpin 4 8.3 Current version: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 99% from 3 reviews Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ 9.2 2019 19 Inch Performance Winter Tire Test

Owner picks are the highest weighted owner score in 255/35 R19; test winners come from the most recent independent test conducted in this size. The full evidence is below.

Independent tire tests in 255/35 R19

Tires behave differently as sizes change, so a test conducted in your exact size is the strongest evidence there is. Every test below was run in 255/35 R19 - 5 in total, newest first.

Winter tire tests

Winter tire tests conducted in 255/35 R19
Year Test Winner Tires tested
2019 2019 19 Inch Performance Winter Tire Test Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ 11

The best rated 255/35 R19 tires

Rated only by drivers running this size. Each tire needs at least 3 reviews in 255/35 R19 to be ranked; the order weights a tire's score by how many reviews back it, so one glowing review cannot top a table.

Summer tires

The highest rated Summer tire in 255/35 R19 is the Pirelli P Zero PZ5 - 96% from 7 owner reviews in this size.

Summer tires ranked by owner rating in 255/35 R19
# Tire Owner rating Reviews Distance reviewed TR Score
1 Pirelli P Zero PZ5 96% 7 52,106 miles 9.4
2 Vredestein Ultrac Vorti Replaced by Vredestein Ultrac Pro 94% 10 100,993 miles 8.8
3 Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 92% 8 82,000 miles 9.2
4 Michelin Pilot Super Sport Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 92% 7 60,500 miles 8.5
5 Bridgestone Potenza Sport Replaced by Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo 90% 7 29,910 miles 9.3
6 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 88% 10 54,700 miles 9.7
7 Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta Replaced by Vredestein Ultrac Pro 91% 4 53,029 miles 9.2
8 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 85% 17 161,265 miles 9.4
9 Avon ZZ5 86% 7 67,200 miles 8.2
10 Michelin Pilot Sport 5 85% 9 14,500 miles 9.4
11 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 Replaced by Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 85% 9 105,000 miles 8.5
12 Blacklion Champoint BU66 91% 3 2,025 miles 7.3
13 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport 5 84% 9 77,950 miles 9.3
14 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Replaced by Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 85% 7 56,500 miles 9.2
15 Continental Sport Contact 6 Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 83% 7 20,800 miles 9.3
16 Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S * 85% 3 39,500 miles 8.5
17 Falken Azenis FK510 Replaced by Falken Azenis FK520 82% 5 49,050 miles 8.5
18 Continental Sport Contact 3 Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 80% 16 202,018 miles 8
19 Barum Bravuris 2 Replaced by Barum Bravuris 3 81% 3 27,000 miles 8.5
20 Uniroyal RainSport 3 Replaced by Uniroyal RainSport 5 78% 5 41,200 miles 7.7
21 Pirelli P Zero Replaced by Pirelli P Zero PZ5 77% 8 41,500 miles 8.8
22 Kumho Ecsta LE Sport 76% 3 29,000 miles 7.2
23 Continental ContiSportContact 5 P Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 76% 7 26,007 miles 8.5
24 Michelin Pilot Sport 3 PS3 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport 5 76% 5 37,968 miles 8.1
25 Continental SportContact 7 74% 10 80,500 miles 9.7
26 Kumho Ecsta PS91 Replaced by Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 72% 4 48,000 miles 5.7
27 Accelera PHI Replaced by Accelera PHI 2 72% 4 77,000 miles 3.2
28 Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 74% 10 139,019 miles 5.5
29 Roadstone Eurovis Sport 04 71% 4 30,000 miles 6.8
30 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 Replaced by Hankook Ventus Evo 70% 7 152,534 miles 8.7
31 Pirelli P Zero Runflat 69% 7 37,500 miles 6.5
32 Nankang NS2 Replaced by Nankang Noble Sport NS20 66% 4 57,000 miles 5.5
33 Bridgestone Potenza S001 Replaced by Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo 67% 9 123,814 miles 8.5
34 Bridgestone Potenza S001 RFT 66% 8 160,000 miles 5.9
35 Nexen N Fera SU1 Replaced by Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 55% 3 33,000 miles 7.1
36 Pirelli PZero Rosso 56% 4 20,040 miles 6.6
37 Uniroyal RainSport 5 49% 3 6,650 miles 8

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Winter tires

The highest rated Winter tire in 255/35 R19 is the Michelin Pilot Alpin 4 - 99% from 3 owner reviews in this size. The current tire in that line is now the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5.

Winter tires ranked by owner rating in 255/35 R19
# Tire Owner rating Reviews Distance reviewed TR Score
1 Michelin Pilot Alpin 4 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 99% 3 11,800 miles 8.3

Want test data as well as owner opinion? Best Winter Tires → Test winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

TR Score is the tire's overall Tire Reviews rating out of 10, built from independent test results and every owner review of that tire - not just the reviews from this car. The owner rating column is this car only.

255/35 R19 EU tire label data

EU label values are declared for each individual size, so the figures here are exact for 255/35 R19 rather than a range across a model. 367 tires carry label data in this size. The most common load index is 96 (up to 710 kg per tire). Speed ratings on offer: (Y) (301 km/h), Y (300 km/h), W (270 km/h), V (240 km/h), H (210 km/h), T (190 km/h), Q (160 km/h). 150 tires in this size carry the 3PMSF severe snow marking.

A Best wet grip

97 tires in this size hold the top EU wet grip rating, class A. The highest scoring on Tire Reviews:

A Lowest rolling resistance

The most fuel efficient choice: 7 tires in this size reach rolling resistance class A. The highest scoring on Tire Reviews:

66dB Quietest tires

The quietest 255/35 R19 tires are labelled at 66 dB external noise:

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.

How long do 255/35 R19 tires last?

Across 61 end of life reviews in this size, a typical set of tires was worn out after 15,450 miles. Half of all worn-out sets lasted between 10,000 miles and 20,000 miles.

Distances are self-reported by drivers whose review marked the set as worn out; figures are medians, so a single unusual report cannot move them. Driving style and the car matter more than the size itself.

What does 255/35 R19 mean?

A 255/35 R19 tire is 255 mm wide, its sidewall is 35% of that width (89 mm) tall, and it fits a 19 inch wheel. That gives an overall diameter of roughly 661 mm.

255/35 R19 nominal dimensions
Section width255 mm
Sidewall height89 mm
Rim diameter19" (483 mm)
Overall diameter≈ 661 mm
Circumference≈ 2,077 mm
Revolutions per km≈ 481
Revolutions per mile≈ 775

Also written as

255/35R19 255/35 ZR19 255-35-19 255 35 19

Figures are calculated from the nominal size. A loaded, rolling tire runs a few percent smaller, and true widths vary slightly between makes.

Comparing two sizes? Use the tire size calculator →

Every tire reviewed in 255/35 R19

The complete record, including discontinued tires and tires with too few reviews to rank, ordered by the amount of evidence. A further 84 tires have a single review each; they count toward the totals but are not listed.

All tires reviewed in 255/35 R19
Tire Season Owner rating Reviews Distance reviewed
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 Summer 85% 17 161,265 miles
Continental Sport Contact 3 Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 Summer 80% 16 202,018 miles
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti Replaced by Vredestein Ultrac Pro Summer 94% 10 100,993 miles
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Summer 88% 10 54,700 miles
Continental SportContact 7 Summer 74% 10 80,500 miles
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT Summer 74% 10 139,019 miles
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Summer 85% 9 14,500 miles
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2 Replaced by Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Summer 85% 9 105,000 miles
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Summer 84% 9 77,950 miles
Bridgestone Potenza S001 Replaced by Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo Summer 67% 9 123,814 miles
Michelin Pilot Sport PS2 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 Summer 92% 8 82,000 miles
Pirelli P Zero Replaced by Pirelli P Zero PZ5 Summer 77% 8 41,500 miles
Bridgestone Potenza S001 RFT Summer 66% 8 160,000 miles
Pirelli P Zero PZ5 Summer 96% 7 52,106 miles
Michelin Pilot Super Sport Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 Summer 92% 7 60,500 miles
Bridgestone Potenza Sport Replaced by Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo Summer 90% 7 29,910 miles
Avon ZZ5 Summer 86% 7 67,200 miles
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Replaced by Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Summer 85% 7 56,500 miles
Continental Sport Contact 6 Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 Summer 83% 7 20,800 miles
Continental ContiSportContact 5 P Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 Summer 76% 7 26,007 miles
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 Replaced by Hankook Ventus Evo Summer 70% 7 152,534 miles
Pirelli P Zero Runflat Summer 69% 7 37,500 miles
Falken Azenis FK510 Replaced by Falken Azenis FK520 Summer 82% 5 49,050 miles
Uniroyal RainSport 3 Replaced by Uniroyal RainSport 5 Summer 78% 5 41,200 miles
Michelin Pilot Sport 3 PS3 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Sport 5 Summer 76% 5 37,968 miles
Vredestein Ultrac Sessanta Replaced by Vredestein Ultrac Pro Summer 91% 4 53,029 miles
Kumho Ecsta PS91 Replaced by Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 Summer 72% 4 48,000 miles
Accelera PHI Replaced by Accelera PHI 2 Summer 72% 4 77,000 miles
Roadstone Eurovis Sport 04 Summer 71% 4 30,000 miles
Nankang NS2 Replaced by Nankang Noble Sport NS20 Summer 66% 4 57,000 miles
Pirelli PZero Rosso Summer 56% 4 20,040 miles
Michelin Pilot Alpin 4 Replaced by Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 Winter 99% 3 11,800 miles
Blacklion Champoint BU66 Summer 91% 3 2,025 miles
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S * Summer 85% 3 39,500 miles
Barum Bravuris 2 Replaced by Barum Bravuris 3 Summer 81% 3 27,000 miles
Kumho Ecsta LE Sport Summer 76% 3 29,000 miles
Nexen N Fera SU1 Replaced by Nexen N Fera Sport SU2 Summer 55% 3 33,000 miles
Uniroyal RainSport 5 Summer 49% 3 6,650 miles
Blackhawk Street H HU02 Summer 100% 2 43,500 miles
Laufenn S Fit EQ+ Summer 95% 2 12,000 miles
Pace Toledo TL1000 Summer 94% 2 4,000 miles
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A Replaced by Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo Summer 92% 2 30,000 miles
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric Replaced by Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 Summer 92% 2 12,000 miles
Kumho Ecsta PS71 Replaced by Kumho Ecsta Sport S PS72 Summer 86% 2 31,000 miles
Vredestein Wintrac Xtreme Replaced by Vredestein Wintrac Pro Winter 85% 2 12,000 miles
Yokohama Advan Sport V105 Replaced by Yokohama Advan Sport V107 Summer 84% 2 8,500 miles
Yokohama ADVAN APEX V601 Summer 80% 2 2,900 miles
Continental Sport Contact 5 Replaced by Continental SportContact 7 Summer 76% 2 28,567 miles
Nankang Noble Sport NS20 Summer 73% 2 300 miles
Hankook Kinergy 4S2 All Season 72% 2 11,000 miles
Cooper Zeon 2XS Summer 71% 2 8,000 miles
Rovelo RPX 998 Summer 70% 2 2,240 miles
Bridgestone Turanza T005 Replaced by Bridgestone Turanza 6 Summer 65% 2 30,500 miles
Event Potentum Summer 63% 2 15,030 miles
Landsail LS588 UHP Summer 61% 2 18,000 miles
Davanti DX640 Summer 61% 2 7,000 miles
Pirelli P Zero PZ4 Replaced by Pirelli P Zero PZ5 Summer 52% 2 6,500 miles
Winrun R330 Summer 36% 2 1,800 miles

Reviews only cover part of the market: 506 tires are made in 255/35 R19. Browse every 255/35 R19 tire →

What drivers say about their 255/35 R19 tires

The most recent owner reviews fitted in this size, in their own words.

97%
Bridgestone Potenza S001 255/35 R19 Audi A6 3.0 TDI Quattro 25,000 miles October 27, 2026

The tires is empfohlen for this model and they are with long life. Im wondering wich tire brand is better for Audi A6 quattro.

83%
Bridgestone Potenza Sport 255/35 R19 Jaguar XE RSport 12,000 miles October 26, 2026

Exceptional grip on dry and wet surfaces. Very noisy, stiff sidewall, high tire wear, I have done about 12000 km with them.
They are still exceptional in terms of grip and steering precision.
I will probably buy them again, as I consider them superior to the Continental Sport Contact 7 that I am currently using.

100%
Blackhawk Street H HU02 255/35 R19 Audi S5 18,500 miles October 26, 2026

The tires have been absolutely brilliant in my opinion. So far, the tires have performed way above their price point, and would definitely choose them again.

30%
Continental Sport Contact 6 255/35 R19 BMW Z4 5,000 miles October 18, 2026

Probably the worst tire I've ever owned; I have to always feather the throttle, especially when turning, because they lose grip and start sliding all the time. Could be 10 degrees or 40 (Celsius), the tires cold or hot after intense driving, they still feel start sliding the moment you press the throttle a little harder. Probably good for drifting, but I can't even accelerate faster from a traffic light without sliding. I'm really disappointed, especially since these are the tires the car came with; I expected them to not be the best (it's an old model), but they are just unbelievably bad.

93%
Pirelli P Zero PZ5 255/35 R19 Volkswagen Golf GTI 15,000 miles October 13, 2026

Love the handling of these tires. Amazing grip in all weather

100%
Pirelli P Zero PZ5 255/35 R19 Audi A5 2.0TFSI Quattro 5,000 miles September 26, 2026

Previously had continental sportcontact 5p and michelin pilot supersports and the pirellis are way better especially in the wet. So much confidence.

91%
Michelin Pilot Sport 5 255/35 R19 3,000 miles September 24, 2026

All our cars are pilot 5. These tires are not that costly I got them on my Audi S4 and I drive it quickly. The confidence you get built up over a long time one knows give one the knowledge that the tires will save your life one day when you have to do an emergency stop and that the tires will fulfill its duty to come to a stop immediately and in control. I have used Michelin tires all my life and if you work out four tires over the tires life it will be pennies per mile. In the wet they perform very well and my S4 does not seem to roll in tight corners and bad conditions. The only thing I know and unless you experience it is all wide tire cars no matter what tires you have is aqua planning and deep snow and icey conditions the tires will behave like any tires. I have tried other tires before until I came to the conclusion that I prefer Michelins to any other tires. They grip like hell. This is a genuine review off using Michelins for a long long time. Our other cars are all Michelins. !

76%
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S 255/35 R19 BMW 330e 15,500 miles September 22, 2026

Great tires, but i never understood why people associate these with ultra high performance tires. I use these on my daily and find them to be a great allrounder. Comfort is good, grip is good in all conditions, sporty when it needs to be.
Biggest downside is the roadnoise i get at certain speeds. It occured quite early, maybe halfway the wear. When paying for the absolute best, that's not what you expect.

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Owner ratings are submitted through the review form on this site, naming the tire, the size and the distance covered, and are checked by hand before publication. Test results come from independent published tire tests indexed by size, and label values from the EU EPREL database.

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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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