Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated January 2025.
What is the Constancy LY688's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Constancy LY688 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 68 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Constancy LY688?
Owners rate the Constancy LY688 5 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 23 reviews.
How well do the Constancy LY688 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Constancy LY688 6.8 out of 10 for wear across 23 reviews. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 2,500 miles.
Would owners buy the Constancy LY688 again?
45% of owners say they would buy the Constancy LY688 again, based on the 20 owner reviews that answered the question. 20% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Constancy LY688's road noise?
Of the 23 owner reviews analyzed for the Constancy LY688, 8 mention road noise: 1 praise it (quiet) and 7 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "slowing down is like being on a tube train there driving me mad". Read those reviews
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What sizes does the Constancy LY688 come in?
The Constancy LY688 is available in 43 sizes, ranging from 175-235/50-70 R14-17.
Across 25 owner ratings the Constancy LY688 averages 51%. Owners rate Wear highest at 6.8 out of 10 and Handling lowest at 4.2. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 25% of owners score it 70% or better.
Owner ratings averaged from 25 ratings
Owner score51%
Wear68%
Dry Grip57%
Comfort50%
Road Feedback47%
Wet Grip43%
Handling42%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 69%
“These came on my Lexus IS220d when bought used and i was sceptical as i don't buy tires ever However they were brand new and i thought i'd see how i got on with them I have to say i have no real complaints, the dry...”
“No grip wet or dry,ride is like driving on a corrugated roof,had them on 6 weeks and inside wall blew out and a HUGE 35cm gash (luckily I was only doing 20 mph coming off a roundabout and survived to write this). If you...”
These came on my Lexus IS220d when bought used and i was sceptical as i don't buy tires ever
However they were brand new and i thought i'd see how i got on with them
I have to say i have no real complaints, the dry grip, handling and wear are good. I have had traction control in the wet when you use heavy throttle even in a straight line but if you are smooth then no issue
I use the car on the motorway and its rock steady with a little tire noise, but i think this would be much worse if it wasnt a Lexus ie quiet
Overall surprised, likely would but something better when they needed it but have to be considered on this performance
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Peugeot
185/65 R15
A Combination of Roads
Average
Only driven on for 150 miles roughly. Had numerous issues spinning them up trying to moderately set off from junctions and understeer coming off roundabouts at 20mph.
Shouldn't be sold whatsoever. It's not like I'm driving a bloody sportscar, it's a 95hp hatchback!
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Got to say these are the worst tires I have ever had in 43 years of driving. They do have some comedy value though, they make me laugh as they massively understeer when there is the slightest hint of moisture on the road. They slide even on modest bends in the dry too. I'm not driving a powerful monster car either, just a small Courier van with 95 HP! They would be good for you if you have too many speeding points though, because you simply cannot drive too rapidly with these on, well not if you value your time on this Planet. Only plus point is their longevity, they just don't appear to be wearing down, amazing really when they spend so much time slipping over jagged tarmac. So the next time my Garage phone me and say "shall I just fit you some budgets on it" I shall tell him where to insert his tires!
Hit a roundabout in the wet with them on the rear in my yaris t sport usually fine with any other tire .going round at about 40mph and the back end slid out. I shit myself to say the least these tires should not be legal. Have done multiple burnouts and they wont wear down so the wear is brilliant. Ps these tires had a shit load of tread they look brand new.
alright in town and on dry roads but try and pull away on wet tarmac and you will be left standing. I'm in two minds as to go and get these replaced when winter arrives as I have absolutely zero confidence in these tires on wet roads. They are also incredibly noisy, at first I thought it was my roof bars / box but after removing them the noise has not gone away. The only upside I suppose is that i am desperately trying to wear them down to justify buying some new tires but they are lasting ages!
Dangerous, I discarded my very worn rear tires for a set of these that were brand new...Something was wrong so i thought maybe they didn't set the tire pressures properly. They were slightly out so i adjusted and to my amazement it was still the same. I then done a little bit of research which i should of done before and saw the reviews. This company shouldn't make tires!
Paid £35.50 a tire for these and they're miles worse than tires I got for £31.50! It's like driving on a washboard roof. The noise is horrendous, It sounds like a tube train and the braking performance is frightening. There are decent tires in this price range but these are certainly not one of those. Avoid these tires at all cost.
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Skoda
205/55 R16 V
Mostly Country Roads
Average
These were on my new to me Skoda Octavia 2ltr 150hp diesel model fitted to the front.They are noisy and even in the dry I feel only mildly confident putting them into a fast bend. But in the wet they are awful or on new shiny tarmac. You get wheel spin as you try to pull away. Even when going to overtake in the rain they wont put the power safely on the road and spin. Luckily I have not had to brake hard yet but needless to say I have had the car three weeks and will be changing the tires to Goodyear fishers. A much better and safer choice. If you did city driving only these tires might be okay as travelling at low speed and no twisty roads. But for country roads and dual carriageways I would not recommend them.
I've hear this brand many years ago but never got a chance to try it, until I bought my Mercedes eclass, put these Constancy at the rear at a fantastic price, fantastic tires, noise was low, wet grip very good. Great tires for the money. Never buy expensive premium brands again, no need to pay for the brands commercial cost.
Highly recommend these Constancy brand.
just had these fitted to my Picasso, and the noise is dreadful, I am in two minds weather to go back and query this or just go else where, either way they have got to go. slowing down is like being on a tube train there driving me mad
