P3 of 10
Beat 78% of the field
Falken FK510 SUV Test Results
Tested 2019 to 2022
4 publications
Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Falken FK510 SUV averages a finish of 3rd.
- 4Independent tests
- 0Test wins
- 4Podium finishes
- 3rdAverage finish
- 77%Field beaten on average
- 4Publications
4 tests, 2019 to 2022
- Test win
- Second
- Third
- Average 77%
The latest test
Record by discipline
Where the Falken FK510 SUV 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.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking | 3 | P2.7 of 9 | 76% | 1 |
| Dry Handling | 2 | P1 of 9.5 | 100% | 2 |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P1 of 8 | 100% | 1 |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 3 | P2.7 of 9 | 76% | 1 |
| Wet Handling | 2 | P1 of 9.5 | 100% | 2 |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1 | P3 of 8 | 71% | - |
| Wet Circle | 2 | P1.5 of 9.5 | 95% | 1 |
| Straight Aqua | 3 | P5.7 of 9 | 42% | - |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2 | P5.5 of 9.5 | 49% | - |
| Off road | ||||
| Gravel Handling | 1 | P2 of 11 | 90% | - |
| Gravel Traction | 1 | P4 of 11 | 70% | - |
| Sand Traction | 1 | P2 of 11 | 90% | - |
| Grass Traction | 1 | P10 of 11 | 10% | - |
| Mud Traction | 1 | P11 of 11 | 0% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P4 of 8 | 57% | - |
| Subj. Noise | 1 | P1 of 8 | 100% | 1 |
| Noise | 2 | P6.5 of 9.5 | 41% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Rolling Resistance | 3 | P8 of 9 | 14% | - |
Head-to-head record
Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Falken FK510 SUV. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Michelin Primacy 4
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
Performance Analysis
Drawn from 4 tests. Updated December 1, 2025.
The Falken FK510 SUV consistently excels in dynamic on-road performance, delivering top-tier dry and wet handling and frequent best-in-class braking results. Across four summer tests it averaged 2.8 overall with multiple test-leading laps and wet/dry braking wins, indicating a strong, confidence-inspiring grip profile for SUVs. Steering response and subjective handling were repeatedly praised and measured fastest.
Key trade-offs are hydroplaning resistance, efficiency, and off-road traction. The tire showed mid-to-poor straight/curved aquaplaning rankings in multiple tests, higher rolling resistance, and weak performance on grass and mud. Noise is mixed, and pricing ranged mid-pack. Overall, this is a road-focused SUV tire with outstanding wet/dry control but compromises in aquaplaning margins, economy, and rough-terrain grip.
Performance Strengths
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Wet Weather Performance
Strong
Details
- 1st wet braking and 1st wet handling in 2022 AutoBild (45.8 m; 89.4 km/h)
- 2nd wet braking in 2020 Gute Fahrt (+0.3% from best) and 1st wet circle (8.09 m/s)
- 1st wet handling in 2021 ProMobil (71.6 km/h)
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Dry Handling and Braking
Strong
Details
- 1st dry braking and 1st dry handling in 2022 AutoBild (34.4 m; 101.1 km/h)
- 1st dry handling lap in 2021 ProMobil (108.1 km/h)
- Top subjective dry handling in 2020 Gute Fahrt (1/8)
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Overall Test Competitiveness
Strong
Details
- 2nd overall in 2019 Auto Express (2/8)
- 3rd overall in 2022 AutoBild (3/11)
- 3rd overall in 2021 ProMobil (3/8)
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Subjective Comfort/Noise (relative)
Moderate
Details
- 1st subjective noise in 2020 Gute Fahrt
- Noise 3rd/8 in 2021 ProMobil (+0.8% from best)
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Dry handling
Strong
in 3 of 4 tests
Details
dynamic handling
- 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tire Test (2022)Very high safety reserves when cornering on wet and dry roads
- 2021 Camper Van / SUV Tire Test (2021)Good handling in all conditions
- 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tire Test (2020)
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Wet handling
Strong
in 3 of 4 tests
Details
convincing driving characteristics on wet and dry roads
- 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tire Test (2022)Very high safety reserves when cornering on wet and dry roads
- 2021 Camper Van / SUV Tire Test (2021)Good handling in all conditions
- 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tire Test (2020)
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Steering feel
Strong
in 2 of 4 tests
Details
precise steering behavior
- 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tire Test (2022)good steering feel
- 2019 Auto Express SUV Tire Test (2019)
Performance Weaknesses
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Aquaplaning Resistance
Moderate
Details
- 2022 AutoBild: straight aqua 7/11 (+3.9% from best) and curved aquaplaning 7/11 (+4%)
- 2021 ProMobil: straight and curved aquaplaning both 4/8 (+5.4% and +8.8%)
- 2020 Gute Fahrt: straight aqua 6/8 (+1.8%)
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Rolling Resistance / Efficiency
Strong
Details
- 2022 AutoBild: rolling resistance 11/11 (+31.8% from best)
- 2021 ProMobil: 7/8 (+19.4% from best)
- 2020 Gute Fahrt: 6/8 (+18.6% from best)
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Off-Road Traction (Light Terrain)
Strong
Details
- 2022 AutoBild: grass traction 10/11 (+9.4%), mud traction 11/11 (+25.7%)
- Gravel traction only 4/11 (+5% from best) despite good gravel handling (2/11)
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External Noise Variability
Minor
Details
- 2022 AutoBild noise 10/11 (+2.4% from best)
- 2021 ProMobil noise 3/8 (+0.8% from best)
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Price/Value
Minor
Details
- 2022 AutoBild price 7/10 (+35.1% from best)
- 2021 ProMobil price 4/8 (+17.7% from best)
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Rolling resistance
Strong
in 3 of 4 tests
Details
high rolling resistance
- 2022 AutoBild SUV 4x4 Summer Tire Test (2022)High rolling resistance
- 2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tire Test (2020)Slightly high fuel use
- 2019 Auto Express SUV Tire Test (2019)
Every test, newest first 4
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
2022 1 test
2021 1 test
P3 of 8
Beat 71% of the field
2021 Camper Van / SUV Tire Test
Low-priced newcomer with excellent wet grip.
2020 1 test
P3 of 8
Beat 71% of the field
2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer Tire Test
Very good - Like Hankook, Falken are moving away from the second tier brands and into the premium category.
2019 1 test
P2 of 8
Beat 86% of the field
2019 Auto Express SUV Tire Test
Impressive all round performance, with good steering feel. Slightly high fuel use.
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