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Falken ZIEX ZE320 - Test Results

Test Statistics

7

Tests Completed

6th

Average Position

1st

Best Result

13th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Across seven summer tests, the Falken ZIEX ZE320 shows a clear performance-oriented character: consistently elite dry braking and frequently class-leading dynamic handling, especially in wet handling where it can be among the very fastest. It also trends strong for refinement (comfort/noise), repeatedly ranking near the top in subjective and measured noise, supporting its positioning as a sporty touring tire rather than a pure eco-focused option.

The main limitation is water management at the limit and overall wet consistency: curved aquaplaning is repeatedly a weak point and wet braking ranges from excellent to below-average depending on test and surface. Efficiency and longevity are generally mid-pack to below mid-pack (rolling resistance and wear), and one combined test result (13th/14) highlights that when wet safety metrics are weighted heavily, the ZE320 can fall down the order despite good dry and comfort scores.

Performance Strengths
  • Dry Braking Performance Strong
    • 1st place dry braking in 2026 ADAC (33.9 m, 1/16)
    • 2nd place dry braking in 2026 Vi Bilagare (42.1 m, 2/10, +0.7% from best)
    • 1st place dry braking in 2025 Die ReifenTester (35.47 m, 1/7)
    • 2nd place dry braking in 2025 Auto Bild full test (33 m, 2/21, +1.2% from best) and 2025 Auto Bild shootout (33 m, 2/52, +1.2% from best)
  • Wet Handling / Wet Grip (non-braking) Strong
    • 1st place wet handling in 2025 Auto Bild (73.9 km/h, 1/21)
    • 1st place wet handling and 1st place subjective wet handling in 2025 Touring test (105.18 s, 1/7; 10 points, 1/7)
    • 1st place subjective wet handling in 2025 Die ReifenTester (84 points, 1/7)
  • Comfort & Noise Refinement Strong
    • Top-tier noise/comfort in 2026 Vi Bilagare: subjective comfort 2/10, subjective noise 2/10, rough noise 2/10 (73.2 dB, +0.5% from best)
    • Best subjective comfort in 2025 Auto Bild (5 points, 1/20) and 2nd lowest noise (72.1 dB, 2/20, +1.1% from best)
    • Perfect noise score noted in 2025 UTAC/Aftonbladet (subjective noise 1/14; mention of perfect 10-point quiet/refined operation)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Aquaplaning Resistance (especially curved) Strong
    • Curved aquaplaning 14/16 in 2026 ADAC (3.1 m/sec², +16.2% from best)
    • Curved aquaplaning 16/20 in 2025 Auto Bild (+14.8% from best)
    • Curved aquaplaning last in 2025 Touring test (7/7, +12.7% from best)
  • Wet Braking Consistency Moderate
    • Weak wet braking in 2026 ADAC (34.3 m, 12/16, +14% from best)
    • Very poor wet performance in 2025 UTAC/Aftonbladet: wet braking 13/14 (+10% from best) and wet handling 13/14 (+4.5% from best)
    • Only mid-pack wet braking in Auto Bild results: 10/21 in 2025 full test (+8% from best) and 10/52 in 2025 shootout (+7.7% from best), despite occasional strong wet braking elsewhere (e.g., 1/7 in 2025 Die ReifenTester)
  • Wear & Efficiency (rolling resistance / longevity / value) Moderate
    • Wear only mid-pack: 10/16 in 2026 ADAC (37,500 km, +35.1% from best) and 10/20 in 2025 Auto Bild (35,520 km, +34.2% from best)
    • Rolling resistance tends mid-to-lower: 13/20 in 2025 Auto Bild (+18.6% from best), 10/14 in 2025 UTAC/Aftonbladet (+5.1% from best), 5/7 in 2025 Touring (+6.3% from best)
    • Fuel consumption not a standout: 7/10 in 2026 Vi Bilagare (+6.8% from best) and 7/16 in 2026 ADAC (+3.7% from best)
Performance Over Time

Test History

4
of 10
2026 Vi Bilagare Summer Tire Test

2026
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

Falken Ziex ZE320 offers a good mix of comfort and safety. Compared to its predecessor ZE310, braking performance has improved, with some of the shortest stopping distances in the group. The drivin...
Strong:
Rough Noise, Subj. Comfort, Subj. Noise, Dry Braking
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5
of 16
2026 ADAC Summer Tire Test

2026
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Ziex ZE320 narrowly misses a good safety rating. The summary notes modest steering precision on dry roads and sensitivity to heat, although it has the shortest dry-braking distance in the test....
Strong:
Dry Braking
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1
of 7
2025 Die ReifenTester Summer Touring Tire Test

2025

The new Falken immediately emerged as a stand‑out performer. The Ziex delivered unexpectedly high sporting capability while remaining well balanced and comfortable. In handling tests it guided th...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Subj. Dry Handling, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking
Weak:
Subj. Noise
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13
of 14
2025 Summer and All Season Combined Tire Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Primacy 5

The Falken Ziex ZE 320 "never takes off on wet roads." The Falken brakes poorly when conditions are cool. In warmer weather, it grips better, but with an uneasy driving feel. Both the front and/or ...
Strong:
Subj. Noise, Subj. Dry Handling
Weak:
Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
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7
of 21
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Falken Ziex ZE320 delivered outstanding driving dynamics and the shortest braking distances on dry surfaces besides Bridgestone. It performed exceptionally well in wet conditions with excellent...
Strong:
Noise, Subj. Comfort, Dry Braking, Wet Handling
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3
of 7
The Best Touring Tires for 2025 Tested Highly Rec.

2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato C3

Falken keeps improving with each new tire, and the ZE320 shows they can compete with the premium brands. The handling performance in both wet and dry was impressive, but the curved aquaplaning perf...
Strong:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling, Subj. Wet Handling, Wet Handling
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning
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7
of 52
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout

2025
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza Sport

Strong:
Dry Braking
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