They were fine in dry conditions, but sucked in snow; have replaced with BF Goodrich and are very pleased with them
265/50 R20 Tires
Everything we know about the 265/50 R20 tire size: 37 owner reviews covering 625,385 miles of driving, and EU label data for the tires you can actually buy in it.
- 37owner reviews
- 625,385 milescovered on them
- 304tires made in this size
The quick answer
| Season | Owners' pick | Owner rating | Latest test winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Hankook Ventus ST 7.4 | 86% from 4 reviews | - |
Owner picks are the highest weighted owner score in 265/50 R20; test winners come from the most recent independent test conducted in this size. The full evidence is below.
The best rated 265/50 R20 tires
Rated only by drivers running this size. Each tire needs at least 3 reviews in 265/50 R20 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 265/50 R20 is the Hankook Ventus ST - 86% from 4 owner reviews in this size.
| # | Tire | Owner rating | Reviews | Distance reviewed | TR Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Hankook Ventus ST
|
86% | 4 | 86,350 miles | 7.4 |
| 2 |
Continental Cross Contact UHP
|
55% | 3 | 75,000 miles | 6.5 |
Want test data as well as owner opinion? Best Summer Tires →
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.
265/50 R20 EU tire label data
EU label values are declared for each individual size, so the figures here are exact for 265/50 R20 rather than a range across a model. 208 tires carry label data in this size. The most common load index is 111 (up to 1,090 kg per tire). Speed ratings on offer: Y (300 km/h), 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). 82 tires in this size carry the 3PMSF severe snow marking.
A Best wet grip
45 tires in this size hold the top EU wet grip rating, class A. The highest scoring on Tire Reviews:
- Continental PremiumContact 7 Summer 9.5
- Vredestein Quatrac Pro 2 All Season 9.4
- Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 Winter 9.3
- Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV Summer 9.3
- Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 Summer 9.2
- Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Summer 9.2
A Lowest rolling resistance
The most fuel efficient choice: 8 tires in this size reach rolling resistance class A. The highest scoring on Tire Reviews:
- Continental VikingContact 8 Winter 9.2
- Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 Summer 9.2
- Hankook iON evo SUV Summer 8.5
- Bridgestone Turanza 6 Summer 8.4
- Continental EcoContact 7 Summer 7.6
- Cooper ZEON CROSSRANGE Summer
68dB Quietest tires
The quietest 265/50 R20 tires are labelled at 68 dB external noise:
- Hankook iON evo SUV Summer 8.5
- Accelera Iota ST68 Summer 6.6
- Pirelli Scorpion MS All Season 6.4
- Z Max Zealion Summer 5
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 265/50 R20 tires last?
Across 11 end of life reviews in this size, a typical set of tires was worn out after 20,000 miles. Half of all worn-out sets lasted between 12,000 miles and 25,000 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 265/50 R20 mean?
A 265/50 R20 tire is 265 mm wide, its sidewall is 50% of that width (133 mm) tall, and it fits a 20 inch wheel. That gives an overall diameter of roughly 773 mm.
| Section width | 265 mm |
|---|---|
| Sidewall height | 133 mm |
| Rim diameter | 20" (508 mm) |
| Overall diameter | ≈ 773 mm |
| Circumference | ≈ 2,428 mm |
| Revolutions per km | ≈ 412 |
| Revolutions per mile | ≈ 663 |
Also written as
265/50R20 265/50 ZR20 265-50-20 265 50 20
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 265/50 R20 tires?
The cars most often running this size in our owner reviews. Each links to the best rated tires for that exact car.
Jeep Grand Cherokee
13 reviews in this size
Ford Everest
3 reviews in this size
Jeep Grand Cherokee CRD
2 reviews in this size
Mitsubishi Pajero/Montero Sport
2 reviews in this size
Nissan Navara D23 2,3TDI 190HP
1 reviews in this size
Jeep 2016 Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited
1 reviews in this size
Lexus Rx450h
1 reviews in this size
Subaru Ascent
1 reviews in this size
Jeep Grand Cherokee 2.7 LTD
1 reviews in this size
Lexus RX350
1 reviews in this size
Every tire reviewed in 265/50 R20
The complete record, including discontinued tires and tires with too few reviews to rank, ordered by the amount of evidence. A further 16 tires have a single review each; they count toward the totals but are not listed.
| Tire | Season | Owner rating | Reviews | Distance reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hankook Ventus ST | Summer | 86% | 4 | 86,350 miles |
| Continental Cross Contact UHP | Summer | 55% | 3 | 75,000 miles |
| Maxtrek FORTIS T5 | Summer | 94% | 2 | 80,431 miles |
| Radar Dimax R8+ | Summer | 88% | 2 | 35,000 miles |
| Pirelli Scorpion WeatherActive | All Weather | 72% | 2 | 27,000 miles |
| Radar Renegade AT 5 Replaced by Radar Renegade AT | All Season | 72% | 2 | 37,000 miles |
| Pirelli Scorpion Verde All Season | All Season | 67% | 2 | 1,000 miles |
| Rovelo Road Quest | Summer | 64% | 2 | 65,055 miles |
| Achilles Desert Hawk XMT | All Season | 51% | 2 | 30,500 miles |
Reviews only cover part of the market: 304 tires are made in 265/50 R20. Browse every 265/50 R20 tire →
What drivers say about their 265/50 R20 tires
The most recent owner reviews fitted in this size, in their own words.
Just installed these tires. After installation, I noticed a significant imbalance above 110 km/h. I went to a service center, and they rebalanced them more carefully - the vibrations decreased but didn’t disappear completely. They are still noticeable.
The tires feel stiff compared to my winter Michelin and are also noisier. They transmit road imperfections more.
Based on my experience, I would classify these tires as economy class rather than premium, despite how the manufacturer positions them.
The tires feel stiff compared to my winter Michelin and are also noisier. They transmit road imperfections more.
Based on my experience, I would classify these tires as economy class rather than premium, despite how the manufacturer positions them.
My experience so far (5k miles) with the Vredestein HiTrac All Season tires is great. These tires are 100% better than the original Falken tires that came on the new vehicle. The vehicle handles much better in every aspect. Handling on wet roads, dry roads, stopping and cornering are much better with the Vredestein tires. Comfort and noise levels are fine. Comfort is very good, but noise levels are just good in my observation. My vehicle and its sound insulation or lack of may be the reason for more road noise. Very pleased with my purchase.
These tires were on the vehicle when we bought it and were fairly new. We are dedicated Michelin and/or Nokian users for 20 years. I find these tires to be rough riding in comparison. They make me very uncomfortable driving on ice as the vehicle seems to be swaying and on the verge of losing control. For that reason alone I would not consider buying again.
I drove this tire on a Jeep Grand Cherokee Summit WK2 3.0 Diesel. The tire was very good in dry conditions and okay in the wet. When driving through more water, like puddles, you could feel some resistance. Otherwise, it performed well. It was also satisfactory in light off-road conditions. The wear was pleasantly low as well. I would buy it again.
Best UHP summer tire. No other SUV tire comes close in terms of high speed performance. Braking, cornering, stability and road feedback. Only weakness is wear, they seem to wear pretty fast.
Tires were good; replacement tires on a pre-owned Jeep Grand Cherokee. Very pleased with tire performance on all surfaces except snow
Quiet and comfort at slow speed, but vibrates like hell when cruising at 60 mph. Ride feels plush and quiet on my Lexus RX350. For this price, I can't complain.
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Where this data comes from
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.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 using independent test results and the full body of owner reviews, so you can check a car-specific ranking against the wider evidence.
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.