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Debica Presto HP 2 Test Results

Tested 2021 to 2024 2 publications

Tested 5 times by independent publications, the Debica Presto HP 2 averages a finish of 13th.

  • 5Independent tests
  • 0Test wins
  • 0Podium finishes
  • 13thAverage finish
  • 71%Field beaten on average
  • 2Publications

Record by discipline

Where the Debica Presto HP 2 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tires. Field beaten is the share of the other tires it outranked in that measurement.

Record by discipline
Discipline Tests Avg finish Field beaten Firsts
Dry
Dry Braking 4 P19.8 of 44.5 51% -
Dry Handling 1 P6 of 20 74% -
Wet
Wet Braking 4 P20.5 of 44.5 52% -
Wet Braking - Concrete 1 P34 of 50 33% -
Wet Handling 1 P14 of 20 32% -
Straight Aqua 2 P13.5 of 35 52% -
Curved Aquaplaning 1 P2 of 50 98% -
Comfort
Noise 2 P19 of 35 49% -
Tire Weight 1 P8 of 50 86% -
Value
Wear 2 P7.5 of 35 80% -
Value 2 P6 of 35 88% -
Rolling Resistance 1 P11 of 20 47% -
Fuel Consumption 1 P43 of 50 14% -
Abrasion 1 P19 of 50 63% -

Head-to-head record

Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Debica Presto HP 2. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.

Head-to-head record
Rival Shared tests Ahead Behind Level Finished ahead
Firestone RoadHawk 5 shared: 3 ahead, 2 behind 5 3 2 - 60%
Semperit Speed Life 3 5 shared: 3 ahead, 2 behind 5 3 2 - 60%
Kleber Dynaxer HP4 5 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind 5 2 3 - 40%
Toyo Proxes Comfort 5 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind 5 2 3 - 40%
Dunlop Sport BluResponse 5 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind 5 2 3 - 40%
BFGoodrich Advantage 4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind 4 3 1 - 75%
Sava Intensa HP2 4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind 4 3 1 - 75%
Uniroyal RainSport 5 4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind 4 3 1 - 75%
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 4 shared: 2 ahead, 2 behind 4 2 2 - 50%
Fulda EcoControl HP2 4 shared: 2 ahead, 2 behind 4 2 2 - 50%
Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2 4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind 4 1 3 - 25%
Bridgestone Turanza T005 4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind 4 1 3 - 25%
Nokian WetProof 4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind 4 1 3 - 25%
Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun 4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind 4 1 3 - 25%
Continental Premium Contact 6 4 shared: 0 ahead, 4 behind 4 0 4 - 0%
Barum Bravuris 5HM 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Double Coin DC99 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Petlas Imperium PT515 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Radar RPX800 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%
Cooper Zeon CS8 3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind 3 3 0 - 100%

Performance Analysis

Drawn from 5 tests. Updated October 15, 2025.

Debica Presto HP 2 delivers strong value with occasional standout performances, particularly in aquaplaning resistance and cost metrics, but exhibits recurring weaknesses in wet and dry braking. Across five summer tests it averages 12.8th overall, ranging from top-tier (4/20 in 2021 Auto Bild) to mid-lower placements in large comparative fields (22/55 in 2024 Auto Bild braking, 15/50 in 2023 ADAC). It consistently scores well on price/value and wear, making it an economical choice, while dynamic safety margins in braking-especially wet-are its main limitation.

Patterns show robust aquaplaning safety (notably curved) and competitive handling/value packages when it makes finals, but braking distances are repeatedly mid-pack to below average versus the best, and rolling/fuel efficiency is mixed. Buyers prioritizing budget and longevity over ultimate braking performance may find it attractive.

Performance Strengths

  • Value and Cost Efficiency Strong
    Details
    • 2021 Auto Bild: 1st price, 2nd value (5.75 price/1000, +0.2% from best)
    • 2023 ADAC: 10/50 value (+71.8% from best), price 23/50; article notes 'exceptional value'
  • Wear/Longevity Moderate
    Details
    • 2021 Auto Bild: 5/20 wear (+22% from best)
    • 2023 ADAC: 10/50 wear (+36.1% from best)
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong in 1 of 3 tests
    Details
    • 2023 ADAC: 2/50 curved aquaplaning (+2.5% from best)
    • 2023 ADAC: 12/50 straight aquaplaning (+5.3% from best)
  • Dry/Wet Handling Competence (when shortlisted) Moderate
    Details
    • 2021 Auto Bild: 6/20 dry handling (+0.6% from best)
    • 2021 Auto Bild: 14/20 wet handling (+2.7% from best)
  • Tread life Strong in 3 of 3 tests
    Details

Performance Weaknesses

  • Wet Braking Performance Strong
    Details
    • 2023 ADAC: 33/50 wet braking (+21.5% from best), 34/50 wet braking concrete (+18.5%)
    • 2024 Auto Bild: 23/55 wet braking (+17.1% from best)
  • Dry Braking Performance Moderate
    Details
    • 2023 ADAC: 28/50 dry braking (+9.7% from best)
    • 2024 Auto Bild: 19/55 dry braking (+5.6% from best); 2021 AB: 16/20 (+6.5%)
  • Efficiency (Fuel/Rolling Resistance) Moderate
    Details
    • 2023 ADAC: fuel consumption 43/50 (+7.3% from best)
    • 2021 Auto Bild: rolling resistance 11/20 (+22.7% from best)
  • Noise/Comfort (consistency) Minor
    Details
    • 2023 ADAC: noise 28/50 (+2.9% from best)
    • 2021 Auto Bild: noise 10/20 (+3% from best)

Every test, newest first 5

Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.

2024 1 test
2023 1 test
P15 of 50 Beat 71% of the field

2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test

ADAC 205/55 R16

Driving safety: The Debica Presto HP 2 does not get more than a satisfactory rating in either dry or wet conditions and therefore also overall in terms of driving safety. The Debica offers the driver only satisfactory feedback on the steering wheel on dry roads, so that it is difficult to set the steering angle required for the curve right away. But its handling at the limit is only classified as satisfactory. After all, he can get a good rating for the braking distance. On wet roads, the Debica Presto HP 2 does not get more than a satisfactory rating either. Although the tire received good ratings for its aquaplaning behavior, its properties in braking tests and handling were only rated as satisfactory. It offers a medium level of grip and can only satisfactorily combine longitudinal and lateral forces. Environmental balance: In the environmental balance, the Presto HP 2 secures a good result in the test. Both its predicted mileage and its abrasion are rated as good. In addition, it can also get a good result with its fuel consumption and low weight in terms of efficiency.

StrongCurved Aquaplaning WinnerGoodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2

2022 1 test
P7 of 18 Beat 65% of the field

2022 ADAC 16" SUV Summer Tire Test

ADAC 215/60 R16

Overall, the Debica Presto HP2 does not get more than a satisfactory rating. It shows weaknesses on both dry and wet roads. However, its wear behavior is convincing, for which it receives a very good rating. In the sum of its properties, the tire is classified as recommendable.

WinnerContinental Premium Contact 6

2021 2 tests

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