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185-275/35-70 R15-20 271 sizes 2021

Laufenn S Fit EQ+

Previous Laufenn Tires Ultra High Performance Summer

The new Laufenn S FIT EQ+ for the performance segment is equipped with an advanced Hydro-Flow block tread pattern which, together with its four straight main grooves and streamlined tread block arrangement effectively reduces aquaplaning. Furthermore, the use of an improved second-generation silica compound has led to a significant reduction in braking distance, especially on wet roads. The S FIT EQ+ also achieves optimised performance and good stability even at higher speeds thanks to reinforced tread bars which ensure greater block stiffness.

7.7
Tire Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
95%
Wet Grip
78%
Road Feedback
88%
Handling
90%
Wear
82%
Comfort
88%
Buy again
95%
8 Reviews
88% Average
46,009 miles driven
13 Tests (avg: 15th)
Laufenn S Fit EQ Plus

Laufenn S Fit EQ Plus

Summer Economy
BETA
7.7 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tire Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tire scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Category Scores
Comfort
79.8
0.32x / 7 tests
Dry
77
1.8x / 14 tests
Wet
66.5
2x / 26 tests
Value
65.7
0.42x / 18 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Braking
75.6
20 tests
Handling
65
9 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 13
Publications: 6
Period: 2020 - 2026
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 8
Avg Rating: 87.7%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.33
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tire tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tire Test Auto Zeitung 2026 235/45 R18 9/10 14 metrics
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test Auto Bild 2025 225/40 R18 14/21 12 metrics
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout Auto Bild 2025 225/40 R18 12/52 2 metrics
2023 ADAC Summer Tire Test ADAC 2023 205/55 R16 39/50 12 metrics
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild 2023 225/45 R18 26/48 2 metrics
2022 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild 2022 215/55 R17 15/22 12 metrics
2022 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild 2022 215/55 R17 19/44 2 metrics
2021 Motor Summer Tire Test Motor 2021 225/55 R17 8/10 10 metrics
2021 ACE / GTU Summer Tire Test ACE 2021 225/45 R17 6/9 0 metrics
2021 ADAC Summer Tire Test - 225/50 R17 ADAC 2021 225/50 R17 14/17 1 metrics
2020 Auto Express Summer Tire Test Auto Express 2020 205/55 R16 6/10 0 metrics
2020 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild 2020 245/45 R18 13/20 10 metrics
2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild 2020 245/45 R18 14/49 2 metrics
All Tests
View Test Results
13
Tests
15th
Average
6th
Best
39th
Worst
Latest Tire Test Results
2026 Auto Zeitung 18 Inch Summer Tire Test
235/45 R18 • 2026
9th/10
The Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 is the budget offering from Hankook's sub-brand, and the results suggest it doesn't benefit enough from that connection. Its worst result is wet braking, where it records the longest stopping distance of all ten tires - a significant safety concern. On the wet handling circuit it can't hold the intended line through faster corners, running wide and requiring the driver to back off. On the positive side, it does signal its grip limits progressively rather than breaking away without warning, so there is at least some predictability. On dry roads the tire manages passable results, though braking distances are again on the long side and steering precision is mediocre. It ties for the lowest pass-by noise in the test, which is a genuine strength, but the ride is spoiled by a slightly uneven rolling quality that undermines what is otherwise a soft and comfortable basic character. Tread life prediction is below average and abrasion is high. The low purchase price is attractive, but the wet braking deficit is too large to overlook.
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout
225/40 R18 • 2025
12th/52
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
225/40 R18 • 2025
14th/21
The Laufenn S Fit EQ+ offered good aquaplaning reserves, balanced handling behavior, quiet rolling noise at 74.0 dB, and good overall comfort. With one of the lowest purchase prices in the test at €288, it represents good value for budget-conscious drivers. Its slightly restricted mileage of 31,080 kilometers was its main drawback, though its low purchase price helped maintain reasonable cost performance at €9.27 per 1000 kilometers. The tire delivered particularly good dry handling for its price point, achieving a "satisfactory" rating.
View Test Results
Size Fuel Wet Noise
15 inch
195/55R15 85 V C B 71
195/65R15 91 V C B 71
195/65R15 91 V C B 71
195/55R15 85 V C B 71
195/55R15 85 H C B 71
195/55R15 85 H C B 71
195/55R15 85 V C B 71
195/65R15 91 V C B 71
195/65R15 91 V C B 71
195/55R15 85 V C B 71
195/55R15 85 H C B 71
195/55R15 85 H C B 71
16 inch
205/55R16 91 V C B 71
205/60R16 92 V C B 71
205/60R16 96 V XL C B 72
205/55R16 91 V C B 71
205/55R16 91 H C B 71
205/55R16 94 V XL C B 72
215/70R16 100 V D B 71
205/60R16 92 V C B 71
215/60R16 99 V XL C B 72
205/60R16 96 V XL C B 72
205/55R16 91 H C B 71
205/55R16 91 V C B 71
205/55R16 94 V XL C B 72
205/60R16 92 V C B 71
205/60R16 96 V XL C B 72
215/60R16 99 H XL C B 72
215/60R16 99 V XL C B 72
215/70R16 100 V D B 71
205/55R16 91 V C B 71
205/55R16 91 H C B 71
215/60R16 99 H XL C B 72
205/60R16 96 V XL C B 72
205/60R16 92 V C B 71
205/55R16 94 V XL C B 72
215/60R16 99 V XL C B 72
215/70R16 100 V D B 71
215/60R16 99 H XL C B 72
205/55R16 91 H C B 71
17 inch
225/45R17 94 V XL C B 72
235/65R17 108 V XL C B 72
205/50R17 93 V XL C B 72
225/45R17 94 V XL C B 72
225/60R17 99 H C B 71
205/50R17 93 V XL C B 72
225/45R17 94 V XL C B 72
225/60R17 99 H C B 71
235/65R17 108 V XL C B 72
225/45R17 94 V XL C B 72
225/60R17 99 H C B 71
235/65R17 108 V XL C B 72
205/50R17 93 V XL C B 72
225/60R17 99 H C B 71
18 inch
235/60R18 107 V XL C B 72
235/60R18 107 V XL C B 72
235/60R18 107 V XL C B 72
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Review Summary

Based on 8 user reviews

Drivers overwhelmingly rate the Laufenn S Fit EQ Plus highly, praising its confident dry and solid wet grip, stable handling, and strong value for money. Many note good fuel economy/low rolling resistance and generally comfortable ride quality. A minority mention the tire can feel a bit firm and slightly louder on some cars, but these are secondary to the overall positive performance and price advantage.

Strengths
  • Dry grip and handling
  • Wet grip performance
  • High-speed stability and confidence
  • Fuel economy/low rolling resistance
  • Value for money
  • Overall comfort
Areas for Improvement
  • Slightly firm ride for some
  • Some reports of increased road noise

Top 3 Laufenn S Fit EQ Plus Reviews

Given 71% while driving a Nissan 2018 Note e power Nismo S (205/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
I've been driving with the S Fit EQ+ for a while and to be honest for the price, I think it's a bargain! Not too sure about the longevity but changing from Yokohama ES32, I feel a significant improvement in my driving dynamics and my car feels more stable. Wet grip is pretty decent too. Only gripe is that the road noises are a bit louder and the tires feels a bit stiffer than required. But I'd say it's perfect for urban spirited driving with a hot hatch.
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Helpful 824
July 14, 2025
Given 93% while driving a Audi A4 Avant B9 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 15,000 average miles
What great tires these are. I have done 15000 miles on these from spring until autumn. Wear is down to 3.5mm now so these tires will do about 18 to 20000 miles. Through out the mpg has been great getting 53 to 60 mpg on longer runs. Drove in all conditions and the tires have never let me down. You would not know these are budget tires at all, I can't tell the difference, if I had to compare them to a branded tire I would say very similar to continental tires. Once the tires wear down to half way they do seem to wear faster. Overall very impressive, got another set on a 3.0 tdi audi a5 and just as amazing and very comfortable to drive on. I didn't know they were made by hankok and will definitely buy them next year. It's time to go back to all season tires and it won't be michelin. Happy driving
Helpful 1043
October 8, 2024
Given 96% while driving a Audi a5 3.0 tdi quattro sport (255/35 R19) on a combination of roads for 2,000 average miles
This review is for the Z FIT EQ, these tires are a real find. They are excellent in the wet and dry. They are laufenns UHP performance tire. No understeer or oversteer with these having solid sidewalls and give you total confidence to drive your car in any situations you come across. Really comfortable ride in the car and excellent mpg. People think that economy tires are not safe but all tires sold in the UK have to meet British standards. 7.5 mm of tread depth and good rim protection make these brilliant!
Helpful 949
May 29, 2024

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Latest Laufenn S Fit EQ Plus Reviews

Given 83% while driving a Volkswagen (B8) 1.4 TSI (150 Hp) DSG ACT (195/55 R16) on for 0 miles
Just had them fitted on my Polo 1.0 TSI and they are amazing! This is a good year/conti level tire at a much lower price, the car feels like it did when it was new on the Falkens it left the showroom floor with
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Helpful 222
December 11, 2025
Given 91% while driving a Audi A4 Avant B9 (225/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 509 average miles
These tires when brand new come with 7.6mm of tread unlike some well known brands that come with 6.5mm. Compared with the michelin crossclimate 2 which I have just taken off I am getting the same mpg which shows they have a good rolling resistance. Plenty of grip in both the wet and dry. I am going to use these all summer and report back later in the year. Don't be fooled into buying branded tires when you can get good tires like these at a fraction of the price. I do recommend these
Helpful 813
March 15, 2024
Given 81% while driving a Honda City 1.5 VTI (195/50 R15) on a combination of roads for 25,000 average miles
Using this S Fit EQ+ for last 2 years, this new brand are not familiar but Hankook do the good job for cheaper price. It has good traction on the dry road but less on the wet, but i appreciate with the comfort and road noise reduction. Maybe we must have attention with the side wall are not too firm
Helpful 960
January 11, 2023
Given 97% while driving a SEAT (195/55 R15) on a combination of roads for 2,500 average miles
I am a loyal customer of Nexen NBlue HDplus tires (soft, quiet and comfortable, affordable). This time I urgently needed 2 tires for the front axle. I chose Laufenn S FIT EQ+ ...and I did not regret it. For some amount, they are cheaper than Nexen, they are only slightly harder and have stronger walls. The noise in the cabin is not greater, at least for now. Nice grip on the road. Placed before leaving for Greece on vacation. Traveled 3,500 km so far and I can say that they are a pleasant surprise. When I drove alone, I pushed them almost to the limit, everything was ok. Laufenns are the Hankook group, their factory is in Indonesia, and these mine are Made in Hungary, their Hungarian branch and that is good, I prefer EU tires. So, tires that withstand several days of torture at +40 degrees Celsius. The price was around 47 euros per piece. Dimensions 195-55-R15, 85V.
Helpful 960
August 2, 2022
Given 90% while driving a Ford Fiesta mk7 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 0 spirited miles
These tires are my best positive surprise of the year, although driven only couple of hundreds of km since new. Dry grip and handling is great, wet - good enough. Great feedback. Unfortunately one tire has a hump (consumer complaint). I have direct comparison with Toyo TR1 and Vredestein Sportrac 5 (same size, same car, same conditions). Dry grip and especially traction of Laufenns is light-years ahead of Vreds. TR1 are very close to S FIT EQ+ with regard to grip and traction (TR1 may be a bit better, maybe due to EQ+ being too new), but TR1 seem to wear on eyes...
Helpful 1062
May 19, 2020
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