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2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tire Test

Overall test winnerGoodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2

Tire Rack has published its latest group test, titled "Premium Touring Tires to Elevating the Journey".

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Tires tested
11
Tested size
215/55 R17
Test vehicle
Toyota Camera
Disciplines
9

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11 Tires tested

Published finishing positions, with the strengths and considerations from this test. Owner reviews cover other sizes and driving conditions.

2nd

Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

3rd

Toyo Celsius Sport

4th

Michelin Primacy Tour AS

9th

Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3

10th

Michelin Defender 2

11th

Bridgestone WeatherPeak

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2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tire Test · 215/55 R17

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The evidence behind the verdict

Tire Rack has published its latest group test, titled "Premium Touring Tires to Elevating the Journey". The 2024 report evaluates a large group of eleven popular touring tires using a 2025 Toyota Camry as the test vehicle. The test focuses primarily on the Grand Touring All-Season and All-Weather categories, with nine patterns tested. To provide a broader market comparison, two representative Standard Touring All-Season tires were also included in the evaluation.

From an engineering perspective, this test is particularly interesting due to its direct comparison of multiple tire sub-categories. It places traditional all-season tires alongside several "All-Weather" patterns that carry the Three-Peak Mountain Snowflake (3PMSF) symbol, allowing for a direct evaluation of the design trade-offs between tires engineered for balanced year-round use and those with an enhanced focus on snow capability. The results highlighted significant variations in performance philosophy. Some tires, like the Bridgestone WeatherPeak, demonstrated strong winter grip at the expense of wet and dry performance, whereas others like the Michelin Primacy Tour A/S excelled in the wet but struggled in the snow. This contrasts with patterns like the Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2, which delivered more consistent, well-balanced results across the full spectrum of tests.

It is important to note that Tire Rack's final overall ranking is determined purely by the subjective scores awarded by their test drivers for factors like road comfort and track handling. This ranking does not directly factor in the objective data, such as braking distances or lap times. Readers can, however, re-sort the full results by any data metric on the 'results table' page, linked above, to form their own conclusions based on their performance priorities. To see the detailed data and analysis, you can read the full test on the Tire Rack website via the link above.

Dry

Dry Braking

Dry Braking

Dry braking in feet

Lower is better ↓
Dry Braking
Position / TireResultGap to best
123 ft Best
127 ft +4 ft
129 ft +6 ft
130 ft +7 ft
130 ft +7 ft
133 ft +10 ft
134 ft +11 ft
135 ft +12 ft
136 ft +13 ft
137 ft +14 ft
146 ft +23 ft

The difference between best and worst was 18.7% (23 ft ≈ 1.6 Car Lengths).

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Subj. Dry Handling

Subj. Dry Handling

Subjective Dry Handling Score

Higher is better ↑
Subj. Dry Handling
Position / TireResultGap to best
7.38 Points Best
7.38 Points Best
7.25 Points -0.13 Points
7.19 Points -0.19 Points
6.94 Points -0.44 Points
6.94 Points -0.44 Points
6.81 Points -0.57 Points
6.75 Points -0.63 Points
6.75 Points -0.63 Points
6.69 Points -0.69 Points
5.81 Points -1.57 Points

The difference between best and worst was 21.3% (1.57 Points).

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Wet

Wet Braking

Wet Braking

Wet braking in feet

Lower is better ↓
Wet Braking
Position / TireResultGap to best
140 ft Best
147 ft +7 ft
153 ft +13 ft
153 ft +13 ft
153 ft +13 ft
154 ft +14 ft
156 ft +16 ft
158 ft +18 ft
159 ft +19 ft
162 ft +22 ft
174 ft +34 ft

The difference between best and worst was 24.3% (34 ft ≈ 2.3 Car Lengths).

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Wet Handling

Wet Handling

Wet handling time in seconds

Lower is better ↓
Wet Handling
Position / TireResultGap to best
33.56 s Best
33.57 s +0.01 s
33.79 s +0.23 s
34.03 s +0.47 s
34.11 s +0.55 s
34.19 s +0.63 s
34.4 s +0.84 s
34.83 s +1.27 s
35.31 s +1.75 s
35.35 s +1.79 s
35.47 s +1.91 s

The difference between best and worst was 5.7% (1.91 s).

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Subj. Wet Handling

Subj. Wet Handling

Subjective Wet Handling Score

Higher is better ↑
Subj. Wet Handling
Position / TireResultGap to best
7.38 Points Best
7.25 Points -0.13 Points
7.25 Points -0.13 Points
7.19 Points -0.19 Points
6.75 Points -0.63 Points
6.69 Points -0.69 Points
6.63 Points -0.75 Points
6.44 Points -0.94 Points
6.13 Points -1.25 Points
6 Points -1.38 Points
5.81 Points -1.57 Points

The difference between best and worst was 21.3% (1.57 Points).

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Snow

Snow Braking

Snow Braking

Snow braking in feet

Lower is better ↓
Snow Braking
Position / TireResultGap to best
56 ft Best
61 ft +5 ft
61 ft +5 ft
63 ft +7 ft
70 ft +14 ft
70 ft +14 ft
73 ft +17 ft
74 ft +18 ft
75 ft +19 ft
75 ft +19 ft
85 ft +29 ft

The difference between best and worst was 51.4% (29 ft ≈ 1.9 Car Lengths).

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Snow Traction

Snow Traction

Snow acceleration time

Lower is better ↓
Snow Traction
Position / TireResultGap to best
5.54 s Best
5.88 s +0.34 s
5.91 s +0.37 s
5.92 s +0.38 s
5.99 s +0.45 s
5.99 s +0.45 s
6.14 s +0.60 s
6.17 s +0.63 s
6.19 s +0.65 s
6.3 s +0.76 s
6.37 s +0.83 s

The difference between best and worst was 15% (0.83 s).

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Snow Handling

Snow Handling

Snow handling time in seconds

Lower is better ↓
Snow Handling
Position / TireResultGap to best
53.76 s Best
53.79 s +0.03 s
54.94 s +1.18 s
55.92 s +2.16 s
57.09 s +3.33 s
57.59 s +3.83 s
58.29 s +4.53 s
59.16 s +5.40 s
59.62 s +5.86 s
60.6 s +6.84 s
61.36 s +7.60 s

The difference between best and worst was 14.1% (7.6 s).

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Ice

Ice Braking

Ice Braking

Ice braking in feet

Lower is better ↓
Ice Braking
Position / TireResultGap to best
46 ft Best
46 ft 0 ft
51 ft +5 ft
52 ft +6 ft
53 ft +7 ft
53 ft +7 ft
54 ft +8 ft
55 ft +9 ft
56 ft +10 ft
57 ft +11 ft
62 ft +16 ft

The difference between best and worst was 37.1% (16 ft ≈ 1.1 Car Lengths).

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Results

1st

Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2

215/55 R17 94V
Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady 2
The Goodyear Assurance WeatherReady2 is a standout performer, offering a plush and controlled ride on the road paired with almost sporty steering response. While there is some noticeable tread noise, its on-track performance is excellent. In both wet and dry conditions, it feels incredibly solid, planted, and confident, with strong grip and deliberate, consistent handling that easily manages emergency maneuvers. This reliability extends to winter, where it provides authoritative and secure performance in snow and on ice, making it a top-tier contender.
Dry95.5%
Wet95.7%
Snow93.2%
Ice89.5%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better4th / 11130 ft+7 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better1st / 117.38 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better3rd / 11153 ft+13 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better3rd / 1133.79 s+0.23 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better2nd / 117.25 Points-0.13 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better3rd / 1161 ft+5 ft
Snow TractionLower is better5th / 115.99 s+0.45 s
Snow HandlingLower is better4th / 1155.92 s+2.16 s
Ice BrakingLower is better3rd / 1151 ft+5 ft
3PMSF
Yes
2nd

Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

215/55 R17 98W XL
Vredestein Quatrac Pro+
The Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ is an excellent all-weather option that provides a pleasant and quiet daily drive with natural, lively steering. It feels agile and authoritative on the wet track, with performance on par with the test's best. In winter, it is absolutely in its element, delivering confident and controlled performance in the snow with forgiving handling. Its only notable quirk was a sensitivity to speed during dry emergency lane change maneuvers, which it struggled with just over the target speed.
Dry91.3%
Wet94.7%
Snow91.9%
Ice81.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better8th / 11135 ft+12 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 116.81 Points-0.57 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better8th / 11158 ft+18 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better2nd / 1133.57 s+0.01 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better2nd / 117.25 Points-0.13 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better4th / 1163 ft+7 ft
Snow TractionLower is better9th / 116.19 s+0.65 s
Snow HandlingLower is better3rd / 1154.94 s+1.18 s
Ice BrakingLower is better9th / 1156 ft+10 ft
3PMSF
Yes
3rd

Toyo Celsius Sport

215/55 R17 98V XL
Toyo Celsius Sport
The Toyo Celsius Sport lives up to its name, providing a sporty and engaging driving experience. While its on-road ride is firm and transmits more noise and impacts than its peers, it compensates with exceptionally quick and responsive steering. On the track, it's a top performer in both wet and dry conditions, delivering agile handling, great communication, and the fastest wet lap times. Its snow performance is also commendable and manageable, but it has a significant weakness in its very poor ice braking.
Dry92.1%
Wet94.6%
Snow83.8%
Ice73%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better9th / 11136 ft+13 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better1st / 117.38 PointsBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better9th / 11159 ft+19 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better1st / 1133.56 sBest in this discipline
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 117.38 PointsBest in this discipline
Snow BrakingLower is better10th / 1175 ft+19 ft
Snow TractionLower is better11th / 116.37 s+0.83 s
Snow HandlingLower is better8th / 1159.16 s+5.40 s
Ice BrakingLower is better11th / 1162 ft+16 ft
3PMSF
Yes
4th

Michelin Primacy Tour AS

215/55 R17 94V
Michelin Primacy Tour AS
The Michelin Primacy Tour A/S is an excellent tire for three-season driving, offering a firm but composed ride and light, accurate steering. It truly excels in wet conditions, posting the shortest braking distances and feeling agile and responsive. This athletic character continues in the dry, with crisp steering, though the grip can fall off a bit abruptly at the limit. Its main drawback is its winter performance, where it struggles significantly in the snow compared to the competition.
Dry99.7%
Wet99.1%
Snow86.5%
Ice86.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better1st / 11123 ftBest in this discipline
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 117.25 Points-0.13 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better1st / 11140 ftBest in this discipline
Wet HandlingLower is better4th / 1134.03 s+0.47 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 117.19 Points-0.19 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better5th / 1170 ft+14 ft
Snow TractionLower is better7th / 116.14 s+0.60 s
Snow HandlingLower is better9th / 1159.62 s+5.86 s
Ice BrakingLower is better5th / 1153 ft+7 ft
5th

Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive

215/55 R17 94V
Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive
The Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive provides a refined and comfortable daily driving experience, with one of the quietest and most composed rides in the test, complemented by natural and responsive steering. Its wet performance is solid, particularly its braking, though lateral grip could be improved. In the dry, it feels less predictable at the limit, making emergency maneuvers a challenge. It redeems itself in winter with confident straight-line snow traction and the best ice braking in the test, though cornering grip isn't as impressive.
Dry89.8%
Wet96.1%
Snow88.6%
Ice100%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better10th / 11137 ft+14 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better10th / 116.69 Points-0.69 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better2nd / 11147 ft+7 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better6th / 1134.19 s+0.63 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better5th / 116.75 Points-0.63 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better8th / 1174 ft+18 ft
Snow TractionLower is better1st / 115.54 sBest in this discipline
Snow HandlingLower is better7th / 1158.29 s+4.53 s
Ice BrakingLower is better1st / 1146 ftBest in this discipline
3PMSF
Yes
6th

Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW

215/55 R17 94V
Michelin CrossClimate 2 AW
The Michelin CrossClimate2 lives up to its reputation as a benchmark, delivering a composed and comfortable road ride with light, eager steering. On the track, its straight-line traction is impressive in the wet, though it can push a little when cornering hard in both wet and dry conditions. Where it truly shines is in winter conditions, where it stands head and shoulders above the competition in this test, offering athletic and confidence-inspiring performance in the snow and on ice.
Dry96.9%
Wet94.1%
Snow98.2%
Ice98.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better2nd / 11127 ft+4 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better4th / 117.19 Points-0.19 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better3rd / 11153 ft+13 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better7th / 1134.4 s+0.84 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better6th / 116.69 Points-0.69 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better1st / 1156 ftBest in this discipline
Snow TractionLower is better2nd / 115.88 s+0.34 s
Snow HandlingLower is better2nd / 1153.79 s+0.03 s
Ice BrakingLower is better2nd / 1146 ft0 ft
3PMSF
Yes
7th

Continental TrueContact Tour 54

215/55 R17 94V
Continental TrueContact Tour 54
The Continental TrueContact Tour 54 is a well-balanced tire that performs competently in all areas. On the road, it provides a firm but composed ride with direct steering and low noise levels. It's surprisingly capable on the wet track with strong traction and competitive lap times. In the dry, it's forgiving and predictable. Winter performance is a solid middle-ground, offering usable and controllable traction in snow and on ice, making it a dependable year-round option without major weaknesses.
Dry95.1%
Wet94.4%
Snow87%
Ice85.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better3rd / 11129 ft+6 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better5th / 116.94 Points-0.44 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better3rd / 11153 ft+13 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better5th / 1134.11 s+0.55 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better7th / 116.63 Points-0.75 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better7th / 1173 ft+17 ft
Snow TractionLower is better5th / 115.99 s+0.45 s
Snow HandlingLower is better6th / 1157.59 s+3.83 s
Ice BrakingLower is better6th / 1153 ft+7 ft
8th

Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK

215/55 R17 94V
Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK
The Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack is a comfortable daily driver with smooth, responsive steering. However, on the track, it shows its limits with a general lack of grip in wet and dry conditions, being particularly unsettled when combining braking and steering. It's a dependable, average performer in the snow, but struggles on ice.
Dry91.7%
Wet92.9%
Snow87.1%
Ice80.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better7th / 11134 ft+11 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better8th / 116.75 Points-0.63 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better6th / 11154 ft+14 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better8th / 1134.83 s+1.27 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better8th / 116.44 Points-0.94 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better6th / 1170 ft+14 ft
Snow TractionLower is better10th / 116.3 s+0.76 s
Snow HandlingLower is better5th / 1157.09 s+3.33 s
Ice BrakingLower is better10th / 1157 ft+11 ft
9th

Pirelli P7 AS+ 3

215/55 R17 115T
Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3
The Pirelli P7 AS Plus 3 offers a wonderfully comfortable and quiet road ride with responsive, if slightly light, steering. This excellent on-road composure makes it a pleasure for daily driving in dry conditions, where its handling is a highlight. However, its performance suffers significantly when conditions become slick; it lacks the necessary traction in both wet and wintry environments compared to its rivals, feeling much less secure despite its good steering feel.
Dry92.7%
Wet89.7%
Snow85.2%
Ice87.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better6th / 11133 ft+10 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better5th / 116.94 Points-0.44 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better10th / 11162 ft+22 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better11th / 1135.47 s+1.91 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better9th / 116.13 Points-1.25 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better9th / 1175 ft+19 ft
Snow TractionLower is better4th / 115.92 s+0.38 s
Snow HandlingLower is better10th / 1160.6 s+6.84 s
Ice BrakingLower is better4th / 1152 ft+6 ft
10th

Michelin Defender 2

215/55 R17 94H
Michelin Defender 2
The Michelin Defender2 serves as a good reference point for the Standard Touring category, providing a decent ride that absorbs small bumps well, though with some excess body motion. The steering is precise but can feel sluggish at low speeds. On the track, its performance is limited by a lack of ultimate grip in both wet and dry conditions, leading to frequent and significant understeer, making emergency maneuvers a handful. In winter conditions, it struggled significantly compared to the group, with the longest braking distances and difficulty applying power.
Dry93.9%
Wet91.1%
Snow80.7%
Ice82.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better5th / 11130 ft+7 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better8th / 116.75 Points-0.63 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better7th / 11156 ft+16 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better10th / 1135.35 s+1.79 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better10th / 116 Points-1.38 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better11th / 1185 ft+29 ft
Snow TractionLower is better8th / 116.17 s+0.63 s
Snow HandlingLower is better11th / 1161.36 s+7.60 s
Ice BrakingLower is better8th / 1155 ft+9 ft
11th

Bridgestone WeatherPeak

215/55 R17 94V
Bridgestone WeatherPeak
The Bridgestone WeatherPeak is a tale of two tires. On the road, it's pleasant enough with a soft ride, though the steering is somewhat sedate and there's a variety of tread noise. Its warm weather performance is a significant weakness, with poor traction and braking in both wet and dry conditions, feeling unstable at the limit. However, in winter conditions, it transforms into a much more capable and confident performer with strong braking and manageable handling in the snow.
Dry83.3%
Wet86.7%
Snow95.2%
Ice84.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (9)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better11th / 11146 ft+23 ft
Subj. Dry HandlingHigher is better11th / 115.81 Points-1.57 Points
Wet BrakingLower is better11th / 11174 ft+34 ft
Wet HandlingLower is better9th / 1135.31 s+1.75 s
Subj. Wet HandlingHigher is better11th / 115.81 Points-1.57 Points
Snow BrakingLower is better2nd / 1161 ft+5 ft
Snow TractionLower is better3rd / 115.91 s+0.37 s
Snow HandlingLower is better1st / 1153.76 sBest in this discipline
Ice BrakingLower is better7th / 1154 ft+8 ft
3PMSF
Yes

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