Test setup & methodology
The test setting, the conditions recorded and how the results contribute to the score.
Recorded test conditions
Recorded test conditions
- Dry Braking
- 62.1 → 0.0 mph
- Wet Braking
- 62.1 → 0.0 mph
As this test is out so early in the season, it means the testing would have been completed in late 2020, which means it's missing the new Bridgestone Potenza Sport, but it's still an excellent start to the year as AZ always dig into the subjectiveness of the tires, covering dry handling, wet handling and comfort!
All testing was carried out using a Seat Leon FR, and the popular 225/40 R18 UHP tire size should cover many mid-sized sporty cars, including the ever popular VW Golf, the front of a BMW 1 Series, the Audi TT and many other vehicles.
Dry
It might be a new year, but it's not a new result for dry braking testing, with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 once again taking the top spot by a significant margin, over the Continental PremiumContact 6. Maxxis also had an impressive showing with the ever impressive Maxxis Victra Sport 5.
Dry Braking
Dry braking in feet (62 - 0 mph)
Lower is better ↓| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best | Residual speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 113 ft | Best | 0 mph | |
| 114 ft | +1 ft | 9 mph | |
| 114 ft | +1 ft | 10 mph | |
| 115 ft | +2 ft | 12 mph | |
| 115 ft | +2 ft | 13 mph | |
| 116 ft | +3 ft | 14 mph | |
| 116 ft | +3 ft | 14 mph | |
| 116 ft | +3 ft | 15 mph | |
| 116 ft | +3 ft | 15 mph | |
| 119 ft | +6 ft | 18 mph |
The difference between best and worst was 5.5% (6 ft ≈ 0.4 Car Lengths). From 80 mph, the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2 would still be travelling at 18 mph when the Michelin Pilot Sport 4 had stopped.
Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.
Dry handling played to the Continentals sharp steering, giving the German tire an impressive win during dry handling. Michelin, Maxxis, Goodyear and Hankook all followed closely in a tight group.
Dry Handling
Dry handling time in seconds
Lower is better ↓| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 68.8 s | Best | |
| 69 s | +0.20 s | |
| 69 s | +0.20 s | |
| 69.1 s | +0.30 s | |
| 69.1 s | +0.30 s | |
| 69.2 s | +0.40 s | |
| 69.2 s | +0.40 s | |
| 69.4 s | +0.60 s | |
| 69.6 s | +0.80 s | |
| 69.7 s | +0.90 s |
All the tires in the Dry Handling test finished less than 3% apart.
Subjective handling was also very close, with only Continental ahead of the tires that impressed during dry handling.
Subj. Dry Handling
Subjective Dry Handling Score
Higher is better ↑| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Points | Best | |
| 9 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 9 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 9 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 9 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 8 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -3.00 Points | |
| 6 Points | -4.00 Points | |
| 5 Points | -5.00 Points | |
| 4 Points | -6.00 Points |
The difference between best and worst was 60% (6 Points).
Wet
Goodyear and Continental lead the way during wet braking testing, with the Goodyear Asymmetric 5 taking its first win. Falken again impressed with the FK510.
Wet Braking
Wet braking in feet (62 - 0 mph)
Lower is better ↓| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best | Residual speed |
|---|---|---|---|
| 137 ft | Best | 0 mph | |
| 138 ft | +1 ft | 6 mph | |
| 140 ft | +3 ft | 12 mph | |
| 147 ft | +10 ft | 20 mph | |
| 148 ft | +11 ft | 21 mph | |
| 153 ft | +16 ft | 25 mph | |
| 160 ft | +23 ft | 30 mph | |
| 163 ft | +26 ft | 32 mph | |
| 164 ft | +27 ft | 32 mph | |
| 166 ft | +29 ft | 33 mph |
The difference between best and worst was 20.8% (29 ft ≈ 1.9 Car Lengths). From 80 mph, the Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 would still be travelling at 33 mph when the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5 had stopped.
Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.
Wet handling brought another new winner, this time Pirelli with the Pirelli P Zero PZ4. Goodyear and Continental, which did so well during wet braking, dropped down the order during wet handling.
Wet Handling
Wet handling time in seconds
Lower is better ↓| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 62.6 s | Best | |
| 62.9 s | +0.30 s | |
| 63.1 s | +0.50 s | |
| 63.2 s | +0.60 s | |
| 63.3 s | +0.70 s | |
| 63.3 s | +0.70 s | |
| 63.4 s | +0.80 s | |
| 63.5 s | +0.90 s | |
| 63.7 s | +1.10 s | |
| 64.9 s | +2.30 s |
The difference between best and worst was 3.7% (2.3 s).
Pirelli also proved to have the best subjective wet handling, with the testers reporting a neutral balance and impressive feedback.
Subj. Wet Handling
Subjective Wet Handling Score
Higher is better ↑| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 10 Points | Best | |
| 9 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 8 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 8 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -3.00 Points | |
| 6 Points | -4.00 Points | |
| 6 Points | -4.00 Points | |
| 6 Points | -4.00 Points | |
| 5 Points | -5.00 Points | |
| 3 Points | -7.00 Points |
The difference between best and worst was 70% (7 Points).
Dunlop, which struggled in the dry, had the best aquaplaning resistance by a large margin.
Straight Aqua
Float Speed in mph
Higher is better ↑| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 45.5 mph | Best | |
| 44.6 mph | -0.9 mph | |
| 44.4 mph | -1.1 mph | |
| 43.9 mph | -1.6 mph | |
| 43.7 mph | -1.8 mph | |
| 43.4 mph | -2.1 mph | |
| 43.4 mph | -2.1 mph | |
| 43.3 mph | -2.2 mph | |
| 43.2 mph | -2.3 mph | |
| 42.4 mph | -3.1 mph |
The difference between best and worst was 7% (3.1 mph).
Environment
Nexen was the standout of subjective comfort scoring with the N Fera Sport SU2.
Subj. Comfort
Subjective Comfort Score
Higher is better ↑| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Points | Best | |
| 8 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 8 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 8 Points | -1.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 7 Points | -2.00 Points | |
| 6 Points | -3.00 Points |
The difference between best and worst was 33.3% (3 Points).
The Nexen also proved to have the lowest external drive by noise.
Noise
External noise in dB
Lower is better ↓| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|
| 69.1 dB | Best | |
| 69.8 dB | +0.70 dB | |
| 69.8 dB | +0.70 dB | |
| 70.4 dB | +1.30 dB | |
| 71 dB | +1.90 dB | |
| 71 dB | +1.90 dB | |
| 71.1 dB | +2.00 dB | |
| 71.2 dB | +2.10 dB | |
| 71.4 dB | +2.30 dB | |
| 71.9 dB | +2.80 dB |
The difference between best and worst was 4.1% (2.8 dB).
The Dunlop won its second test, having the lowest rolling resistance on test. Falken, Nexen and in particular, Pirelli had significantly higher rolling resistance than the group.
Rolling Resistance
Rolling resistance in kg t
Lower is better ↓| Position / Tire | Result | Gap to best | Extra fuel / year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8.38 kg/t | Best | $0 | |
| 8.5 kg/t | +0.12 kg/t | $4 | |
| 8.6 kg/t | +0.22 kg/t | $8 | |
| 8.64 kg/t | +0.26 kg/t | $9 | |
| 8.66 kg/t | +0.28 kg/t | $10 | |
| 8.78 kg/t | +0.40 kg/t | $14 | |
| 8.88 kg/t | +0.50 kg/t | $18 | |
| 9.23 kg/t | +0.85 kg/t | $30 | |
| 9.27 kg/t | +0.89 kg/t | $31 | |
| 9.99 kg/t | +1.61 kg/t | $56 |
The difference between best and worst was 19.2% (1.61 kg / t). Over 12,000 miles a year at $3.60/gal, the Pirelli P Zero PZ4 uses about 16 gal ($56) more fuel than the Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2.
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Results
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 4th / 10 | 115 ft | +2 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 4th / 10 | 69.1 s | +0.30 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 9 Points | -1.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 1st / 10 | 137 ft | Best in this discipline |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 7th / 10 | 63.4 s | +0.80 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 3rd / 10 | 8 Points | -2.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 3rd / 10 | 44.4 mph | -1.1 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 8 Points | -1.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 5th / 10 | 71 dB | +1.90 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 3rd / 10 | 8.6 kg/t | +0.22 kg/t |
- EU Label
- E/A/71
- Price
- 390.00
Continental Premium Contact 6
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 114 ft | +1 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 1st / 10 | 68.8 s | Best in this discipline |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 1st / 10 | 10 Points | Best in this discipline |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 138 ft | +1 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 9th / 10 | 63.7 s | +1.10 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 9th / 10 | 5 Points | -5.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 44.6 mph | -0.9 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 8 Points | -1.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 9th / 10 | 71.4 dB | +2.30 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 7th / 10 | 8.88 kg/t | +0.50 kg/t |
- EU Label
- C/A/72
- Price
- 410.00
Pirelli P Zero PZ4
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 5th / 10 | 115 ft | +2 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 6th / 10 | 69.2 s | +0.40 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 9 Points | -1.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 5th / 10 | 148 ft | +11 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 1st / 10 | 62.6 s | Best in this discipline |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 1st / 10 | 10 Points | Best in this discipline |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 10th / 10 | 42.4 mph | -3.1 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 7 Points | -2.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 69.8 dB | +0.70 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 10th / 10 | 9.99 kg/t | +1.61 kg/t |
- EU Label
- E/A/68
- Price
- 360.00
Michelin Pilot Sport 4
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 1st / 10 | 113 ft | Best in this discipline |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 69 s | +0.20 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 9 Points | -1.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 4th / 10 | 147 ft | +10 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 3rd / 10 | 63.1 s | +0.50 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 6th / 10 | 6 Points | -4.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 43.7 mph | -1.8 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 7 Points | -2.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 7th / 10 | 71.1 dB | +2.00 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 4th / 10 | 8.64 kg/t | +0.26 kg/t |
- EU Label
- C/A/71
- Price
- 440.00
Falken Azenis FK510
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 6th / 10 | 116 ft | +3 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 9th / 10 | 69.6 s | +0.80 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 9th / 10 | 5 Points | -5.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 3rd / 10 | 140 ft | +3 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 8th / 10 | 63.5 s | +0.90 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 7 Points | -3.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 4th / 10 | 43.9 mph | -1.6 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 7 Points | -2.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 4th / 10 | 70.4 dB | +1.30 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 8th / 10 | 9.23 kg/t | +0.85 kg/t |
- EU Label
- E/A/69
- Price
- 340.00
Nokian PowerProof
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 6th / 10 | 116 ft | +3 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 6th / 10 | 69.2 s | +0.40 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 6th / 10 | 8 Points | -2.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 6th / 10 | 153 ft | +16 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 62.9 s | +0.30 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 9 Points | -1.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 6th / 10 | 43.4 mph | -2.1 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 7 Points | -2.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 10th / 10 | 71.9 dB | +2.80 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 5th / 10 | 8.66 kg/t | +0.28 kg/t |
- EU Label
- C/A/69
- Price
- 310.00
Maxxis Victra Sport 5
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 3rd / 10 | 114 ft | +1 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 69 s | +0.20 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 9 Points | -1.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 8th / 10 | 163 ft | +26 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 4th / 10 | 63.2 s | +0.60 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 3rd / 10 | 8 Points | -2.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 9th / 10 | 43.2 mph | -2.3 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 5th / 10 | 7 Points | -2.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 5th / 10 | 71 dB | +1.90 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 6th / 10 | 8.78 kg/t | +0.40 kg/t |
- EU Label
- C/A/72
- Price
- 370.00
Dunlop SportMaxx RT 2
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 10th / 10 | 119 ft | +6 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 10th / 10 | 69.7 s | +0.90 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 10th / 10 | 4 Points | -6.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 7th / 10 | 160 ft | +23 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 5th / 10 | 63.3 s | +0.70 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 6th / 10 | 6 Points | -4.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 1st / 10 | 45.5 mph | Best in this discipline |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 2nd / 10 | 8 Points | -1.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 69.8 dB | +0.70 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 1st / 10 | 8.38 kg/t | Best in this discipline |
- EU Label
- C/A/68
- Price
- 400.00
Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 8th / 10 | 116 ft | +3 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 4th / 10 | 69.1 s | +0.30 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 7th / 10 | 7 Points | -3.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 10th / 10 | 166 ft | +29 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 5th / 10 | 63.3 s | +0.70 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 6th / 10 | 6 Points | -4.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 7th / 10 | 43.4 mph | -2.1 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 10th / 10 | 6 Points | -3.00 Points |
| NoiseLower is better | 8th / 10 | 71.2 dB | +2.10 dB |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 2nd / 10 | 8.5 kg/t | +0.12 kg/t |
- EU Label
- E/A/72
- Price
- 350.00
Nexen N Fera Sport SU2
225/40 R18 92Y XL
Category scores (% of best)
All discipline results (10)
Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.
| Test | Position in discipline | Result | Gap to best |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry BrakingLower is better | 8th / 10 | 116 ft | +3 ft |
| Dry HandlingLower is better | 8th / 10 | 69.4 s | +0.60 s |
| Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better | 8th / 10 | 6 Points | -4.00 Points |
| Wet BrakingLower is better | 9th / 10 | 164 ft | +27 ft |
| Wet HandlingLower is better | 10th / 10 | 64.9 s | +2.30 s |
| Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better | 10th / 10 | 3 Points | -7.00 Points |
| Straight AquaHigher is better | 8th / 10 | 43.3 mph | -2.2 mph |
| Subj. ComfortHigher is better | 1st / 10 | 9 Points | Best in this discipline |
| NoiseLower is better | 1st / 10 | 69.1 dB | Best in this discipline |
| Rolling ResistanceLower is better | 9th / 10 | 9.27 kg/t | +0.89 kg/t |
- EU Label
- E/A/71
- Price
- 300.00
Did Auto Zeitung provide any insight into what makes some tires subjectively better than others? I was very surprised to see the Dunlop score so badly, when other reviewers have been more positive and EVO, in particularly, quite liked it subjectively in Fall 2021. One guess is perhaps Auto Zeitung (Austrian, no), may, like most/all the German magazines, not like the grip to shift from one side or axle to another as weight shifts (at least that's how I understand the "Lastwechselreaktion" criteria), But I do like the grip to shift, since I know how to drive and want to exploit that. And EVO apparently likes this too, praising how the Dunlop and another subjectively top rated tire enable the car to rotate when lifting off. (And even for people who don't know how to use weight change to their advantage, I can't see much of a safety issue except for now quite old cars with no stability control systems,)
My question is in part practical. My astonishingly dull BMW needs something to replace it's dull PS4s (why do all the German magazines continue to praise these for steering?), and the Dunlops are on my shortlist of tires (quite short, with 18" wheels) to make it feel at least a little a tiny bit like all the "ultimate driving machines" from BMW which I've owned before.
I've not got anymore understanding than you, but I agree it seems likely they they rate a more safe balance.
If you want to liven up your BMW, Goodyear Eagle F1 SuperSports are the way to go, should be a similar price to the Dunlop too.
Thanks for your suggestion! However, based on your last two Summer UHP tests, I figured the SuperSports would not be a great choice for anyplace where it rains. No?
Also, the SuperSports in my size are only available as XL's, which I'm not sure are even included in the tire recommendations for my car (need to check, as this is also an issue with the new P Zeros), and which would probably require higher tire pressures, which is not really desirable with local road quality.
So if not SuperSports, would you have a second choice for this purpose?
They're not that bad in the wet, and they do have an endurance advantage on track. You can run XL tires at your stock pressures. The SC7 will be great, but it's just unproven in wear. You should fit them then let me know how they are :D
Alas, the SC7 isn't available in my size. And while the Eagle F1 SuperSports (only XLs in my size) do OK in some wet tests, it's hard to ignore your last test where the rear apparently did it's own thing in the wet with no apparent rhyme or reason. (Though 275 is pretty wide, and the Supra is not too heavy in the back nor too averse to oversteer ... .)
I finally checked my car's recommended tire specs and pressures. BMW does recommend higher pressures with XL tires: Instead of 2.6 and 3.0 bar (front and rear), they recommend 3.0 and 3.5. Not ideal :-(
I can see only a few interesting non-XL options: Sport Maxx RT 2, Turanza T005, Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5, Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, and maybe Pilot Super Sport (I remember it's also not great in the wet. Perhaps I should look at some older reviews to remember just how not great it is.)
(Whereas if these are all horrible, the best XLs that fit seem to be the new P Zero and maybe the not-yet-tested PS5.)
By the way, this car is not used on track. But on the road, at less than 10/10ths, it desperately needs more steering precision and feedback, agility, throttle adjustability, and ideally, a bit less understeer.
Any suggestions would be appreciated!
Just saw TireReviews's excellent new group test video with the Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, PS5, and others. And the Goodyear looks like a great tire, so I ordered a set. Shame the Dunlops weren't included though. Various tests suggest they are both sporty and comfortable (such as the 2021 EVO test, though this test and the 2020 EVO test suggest they are not the sportiest), and most tests suggest they are better in aquaplaning situations than almost anything (whereas the Goodyear's are surely better at braking).
One thing to remember with the RT2 is that it is essentially the same tire as the Asymmetric 3. THings have moved on since!
i wonder what hankook messed up with s1evo3.
not first test this tire is on back of the pack
It seemed to lose out heavily in wet braking, which is interesting as all the tires are rated A.
Yes, something has changed with these Hankook tires...compare with top results in Autobild 2019 test with 53 tires... https://m.hankooktire.com/a...
It could be a feature of the size, or even not that Hankook have dropped back but the competitors updated.
Hi!
First! I'm very grateful that this site exist, thank you!
I'm looking for the next tire for my facelift mk2 Focus ST (nose heavy 5pot torque-beast)
I'M using S1EVO2's since 2015, like them really, good alrrounders. But now its time to buy better tires.
My top needs in order: 1. Dry grip for B road joydrive, 2. low noise and 3. low rolling resistance for Highway travels.
I'm totally lost.... :D In some tests S1EVO2-s are in par with the top tires, maybe its fine to stick with them, they are cheap and maybe its worth more to replace them yearly, bi-yearly rather then stick with premiums for years
But what would you buy? PS4? CPC6? Assym5?
Assuming 18" size, I'd head for the F1 SuperSports or Asymmetric 5s if not in your size :)
Thank you!
Yes 18" size, 225/40.
Uhum, just checked the supersport. It seems not much better handling, but noise as hell, and lower comfort level. https://www.tyrereviews.com...
(Here in Hungary roads are horrible, comfort can be good...always :) )
So Assym5 seems the best choice for me. (Or maybe a good old ps4 :D )
Both would be great. Assym5 will have lower consumption (rolling resistance) and price, PS4 slightly more sportive sticking but higher rolling resistance/consumption and probably less km lasting.
You can also try some Hankook, ideally from the new HU factory.
ACtaully using an S1EVO2, which is in pair in some tests with the best. I think EVO3 is not as good.
Really sorry not to see new POTENZA SPORT in any "car media" tests yet. After more than 15 years, when I last had Bridgestone on my cars (RE 050A) and driving on Pilot sports, PZeros, Sportcontacts...all of various generations thru the years I am really interested if Ill go back to Japanese brand :) Anyway German TuV did test them and some competitors in 245/40 18 size: http://bridgestone-daten.eu...
But I do wonder how would they stack up against UUHP tires like PS4S and Sportcontact6 - I hope you include them in your test against Potenza Sport, becuase I will buy a set of the winning tires :)
They are in my 18" test this year :) Should be testing next month, travel allowing!
Awesome man - can't wait to see that 👍
Do we know if the PZ4 was the SC or LS version?
I don't believe it was specified, but we always assume SC for testing.
I was hoping to see new Bridgestone Potenza Sport in 2021 UHP tire test to see how it compare with others.
Guess will need to wait for some other test that will include it :)
I'll have it in this years test :)
Lots of questions!
NS2R - you're right about this. Might struggle in the cold too.
PC6 way better than PS4 from dry handling perspective.
I'm testing the vorti next month so cana tell you more then.
I'd avoid the PZ4, every time I've driven any P Zero I felt disappointed in the handling.
The other tire you missed, maybe due to sizing, is the Giti GTR3 - you might have better luck finding it in Germany than we do in the UK. It should do everything you want!
Thanks for the speedy reply. Appreciate it a lot!
NS2R- cold is not a big problem, I have winter tires anyway. More like heavy rain. So still sketchy.
Pirelli- yeah I also hear sometimes that their quality is quite unstable.
Giti GTR3- nope, also non-existent here.
I think I'd narrow it down to PC6 and Vorti. Maybe even a bit more towards Vorti. It seems like its winning if not more than, at least same so much dry handling tests like PC6. And I have a taste for stuffs that are underappreciated!!
If you swap, let me know how you find them. ANd if you can delay, covid allowing I should be testing PC6, PS4, PS4S, Asym 5, PZ4, Vorti etc in 18" next month
Actually I don't have to swap now but soon. I'm really just planning now. So I'm looking forward to your new tests! Btw it would be nice to include the new Bridgestone Potenza Sport.
I have the Bridgestone Potenza Sport and F1 SuperSport in the test too :)
Please, don't forget about the Goodyear Eagle F1 Supersport!
It´s good to see the PS4S in some 18" sizes. Maybe is due to the Toyota GR Yaris:
https://www.youtube.com/wat... (at 00:10)
Unfortunately, it's not the same story for the Conti SC6.
You are correct, we have it because of the Yaris.