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GT Radial Champiro FE1

Touring Summer

Replaced by the GT Radial FE2 Replaces the GT Radial Champiro VP1

The GT Radial Champiro FE1 is a Touring Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

The quick answer

Owners say 73% from 8 owner reviews 50% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 25th average finish across 5 independent tests Latest: P37 of 53 · 2021 See every test

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 April 2026.

  • 8owner reviews
  • 86,400miles driven
  • 5professional tests
  • 85sizes available
GT Radial Champiro FE1 1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

GT Radial Champiro FE1

6.3/10

Better than 32% of summer tires

  • Limited Confidence
  • 1 test
  • 8 owner reviews
Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests1 test · 1 publication · 2021 29% 89%
Owner reviews8 owner reviews · rated 73% 56% 11%
Combined 32% 6.3

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other summer tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 23% 53% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 33% 47% 1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 26% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 74% of the test figure. The other 26% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2021 2021 53 Summer Tire Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P37 / 53
  2. 2018 2018 AutoBild Summer Tire Overview Auto Bild · 195/65 R15 P30 / 51 Placing only
  3. 2017 2017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tire Test ADAC · 195/65 R15 P16 / 16 Placing only
  4. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tire Shootout Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P34 / 51 Placing only
  5. 2016 2016 ACE Mid Range Summer Tire Test ACE · 195/65 R15 P10 / 10 Placing only
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Tested 5 times by independent publications, the GT Radial Champiro FE1 averages a finish of 25th.

5 Tests
0 Test Wins
25th Average
10th Best
37th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20162021

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20212021 53 Summer Tire Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P37 / 53
20182018 AutoBild Summer Tire OverviewAuto Bild · 195/65 R15P30 / 51
20172017 ADAC 195/65 R15 Summer Tire TestADAC · 195/65 R15P16 / 16
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tire ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P34 / 51
20162016 ACE Mid Range Summer Tire TestACE · 195/65 R15P10 / 10

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

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Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range25 sizes available

175-225Width50-65Profile15-17Rim82-101 T-WLoad/Speed Index2014First On Market

EU LabelAcross 25 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

70-72dB

Popular sizes205/55 R16195/55 R16185/55 R15225/45 R17195/50 R16225/50 R17
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the GT Radial Champiro FE1 in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the GT Radial Champiro FE1 stops 18.9% longer than premium rivals, 11.4% longer than mid-range rivals and 2.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 23/100, and owners rate it 7.3/10 in the wet from 8 reviews.
How good is the GT Radial Champiro FE1 in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the GT Radial Champiro FE1 stops 7.3% longer than premium rivals, 3.8% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 33/100, and owners rate it 7.8/10 in the dry from 8 reviews.
What is the GT Radial Champiro FE1's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the GT Radial Champiro FE1 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 70 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the GT Radial Champiro FE1?
Owners rate the GT Radial Champiro FE1 7.5 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 8 reviews.
How well do the GT Radial Champiro FE1 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the GT Radial Champiro FE1 7.3 out of 10 for wear across 8 reviews. 3 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 8,000 miles.
More questions about the GT Radial Champiro FE1 (4)
Would owners buy the GT Radial Champiro FE1 again?
50% of owners say they would buy the GT Radial Champiro FE1 again, based on the 8 owner reviews that answered the question. 38% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What does the GT Radial Champiro FE1 replace?
The GT Radial Champiro FE1 is the successor to the GT Radial Champiro VP1 in GT Radial's range.
Has the GT Radial Champiro FE1 been replaced?
The GT Radial Champiro FE1 has been replaced by the GT Radial FE2.
What sizes does the GT Radial Champiro FE1 come in?
The GT Radial Champiro FE1 is available in 85 sizes, ranging from 175-225/50-65 R15-17.
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What owners say

Across 8 owner ratings the GT Radial Champiro FE1 averages 73%. Owners rate Handling highest at 7.9 out of 10 and Road Feedback lowest at 6.6. 3 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 50% of owners score it 70% or better.

Owner ratings averaged from 8 ratings

  • Owner score 73%
  • Handling 79%
  • Dry Grip 78%
  • Comfort 75%
  • Wet Grip 73%
  • Wear 73%
  • Road Feedback 66%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 64%

“While decent grip and resonable road feedback, they are very noisy and got worn out in about 25.000 miles on a small hatchback. I won't buy again, there are better alternatives at the same price or bit more.”

  • Toyota Yaris Mk4 Hybrid 1.5 (XP210, M15A FXE)
  • 25,000 miles
Read full review → 945 found this helpful
Most critical 49%

“This tires came with the car when I bought it and I thought I would change them as soon as I can. But they ended up being better than expected, so I kept them for a year. They are good in dry conditions, but they are...”

  • SEAT LEON ST 1.6TDi SE DSG
  • 8,000 miles
Read full review → 1,065 found this helpful
Longest term 68%

“After less than four summers the tires show significant cracking on the sidewalls and treads. I have not driven much in rain since thay came with used car but overall quite ok tire in the dry. I don't have expererience...”

  • Honda Accord Tourer
  • 10,000 miles
Read full review → 58 found this helpful

All 8 GT Radial Champiro FE1 reviews

Score spread across 8 written reviews
68%
Miksu
Initial Impressions
After less than four summers the tires show significant cracking on the sidewalls and treads. I have not driven much in rain since thay came with used car but overall quite ok tire in the dry. I don't have expererience in extreme situations so I cannot comment how the tire will perform on tougher situatuins. Feels ok in city driving and when driving calmly.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 6
Helpful 58
64%
Member
While decent grip and resonable road feedback, they are very noisy and got worn out in about 25.000 miles on a small hatchback. I won't buy again, there are better alternatives at the same price or bit more.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 6
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 5
  • Comfort 5
  • Buy again 5
Helpful 945
49%
Member
This tires came with the car when I bought it and I thought I would change them as soon as I can. But they ended up being better than expected, so I kept them for a year. They are good in dry conditions, but they are not uhp or anything near a sport tire. Feedback gets vague when you push them and you don't really have any precision when driving faster. But they don't just snap and lose grip, everything happens gradually. They are predictable and safe when driving normally. Things get worse in wet, but they are not deadly like some other Chinesium tires. You will still get lateral slip, abs on harder braking and spinning if you get aggressive if any way on wet, but they are good with aquaplaning and will keep you on the road if you careful. All in all they are faaar far away from the wet grip you get from premium tires or something like Nokian Wetproof. Would not buy them
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 4
  • Road Feedback 4
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 6
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,065

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49%
Member
I bought my car and it had this tires at the front. But there really not good. They are good tires if you just want to make kms... I like to drive in the mountains and as fast as possible, and they couldnt keep up. I changed to the Dunlop Sport Maxx RT and the car was much better and Handling and Braking.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 6
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 4
  • Handling 4
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 4
  • Buy again 3
Helpful 927
82%
Member
This tire gives me the confidence I need when driving, It quietens down my road noise significantly and is a massive upgrade from the budget tires my car came with. Would highly recommend to anyone with budget tires
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 1,016
83%
Member
I've had several sets of these tires and for the price they're great, not the best in the wet however this is probably made worse by my car being rear wheel drive and powerful. But on the whole I always buy these tires as they do really well on my car I get about 15-17 thousand out of a set of rear tires and about 30 ish from a set of front tires (rear wheel drive bias) and they perform phenomenally well on my car even with it being a high performance vehicle. Would highly recommend (I find these better than premium hankooks.)
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 693
94%
Member
Decided to change the "Dunlop's" with something cheaper and what a surprise ... they really do work !! I am an aggressive driver for more than 25 years now and this type of tire is the best value for money i have ever tried on my cars ... definitely i will buy again ..
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 736
93%
Member
  • BMW 1 series
  • 205/55 R16 V
  • 40,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
Excelent tire for the price!
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 861
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