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Leao Nova Force

Touring Summer

The Leao Nova Force is a budget summer touring tire whose clearest strengths are quiet running and a low purchase price. Everyday owner feedback is generally favorable, but testing found weaker grip and steering response, while wear is a recurring concern.

The quick answer

Owners say 72% from 8 owner reviews 63% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 17th average finish across 2 independent tests Latest: P17 of 20 · 2017 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Wet, Dry Value Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

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 September 2026.

  • 8owner reviews
  • 82,901miles driven
  • 2professional tests
Leao Nova Force 2 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Leao Nova Force

7.1/10

Better than 44% 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 · 2017 42% 87%
Owner reviews8 owner reviews · rated 72% 58% 13%
Combined 44% 7.1

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 54% 47% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 40% 43% 1
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 12% 10% 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 53% 1
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 33% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 82% of the test figure. The other 18% 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. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P17 / 20
  2. 2017 2017 Auto Bild Summer Tire Shootout Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P16 / 51 Placing only
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Tested 2 times by independent publications, the Leao Nova Force averages a finish of 17th.

2 Tests
0 Test Wins
17th Average
16th Best
17th Worst
The latest test

2017 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test P17 of 20

Recommended

Weak: Wear Winner: Continental Premium Contact 6

YearTestResultAward
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P17 / 20
20172017 Auto Bild Summer Tire ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P16 / 51
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Size Range46 sizes available

195-265Width30-55Profile16-20Rim84-105 V-YLoad/Speed Index2011First On Market

EU LabelAcross 46 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

71-73dB

Popular sizes225/45 R17185/55 R16210/60 R16185/50 R15245/45 R19195/55 R16
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Leao Nova Force in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the Leao Nova Force stops 6.2% longer than premium rivals, 1.6% longer than mid-range rivals and 1.6% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 54/100, and owners rate it 7/10 in the wet from 8 reviews.
How good is the Leao Nova Force in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Leao Nova Force stops 4.6% longer than premium rivals, 1.1% longer than mid-range rivals and 3.1% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 40/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the dry from 8 reviews.
How many miles does the Leao Nova Force last?
Based on test and owner data, the Leao Nova Force is expected to last around 14,785 miles (23,794 km).
What do owners say about the Leao Nova Force?
Across 8 owner ratings the Leao Nova Force averages 72%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.3 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 5.4. 4 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 63% of owners score it 70% or better.
What is the Leao Nova Force's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Leao Nova Force most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
More questions about the Leao Nova Force (4)
How comfortable and quiet are the Leao Nova Force?
Owners rate the Leao Nova Force 8 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 8 reviews.
How well do the Leao Nova Force wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Leao Nova Force 5.4 out of 10 for wear across 8 reviews. 4 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 7,500 miles.
Would owners buy the Leao Nova Force again?
63% of owners say they would buy the Leao Nova Force again, based on the 8 owner reviews that answered the question. 25% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What sizes does the Leao Nova Force come in?
The Leao Nova Force is available in 51 sizes, ranging from 195-265/30-55 R16-20.
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What owners say summarised from 8 reviews

Quiet running is the clearest strength of the Leao Nova Force, praised in five of eight reviews from seven owners. Dry grip, comfort and value also receive favorable comments, generally from everyday road use. Tread life divides opinion: three reviews describe rapid wear or early replacement, while one returning owner remained satisfied after two summer seasons and 12,000 miles. That follow-up supports its usefulness for that driver, rather than a general claim of long life. Wet-road confidence is less settled, with positive comments alongside an account of sliding and extra steering corrections.

What owners mention most counted across 8 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 8 ratings

  • Owner score 72%
  • Dry Grip 83%
  • Comfort 80%
  • Handling 76%
  • Road Feedback 75%
  • Wet Grip 70%
  • Wear 54%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 90%

“I bought bigger 19 inch wheels for my car and i needed new set of tires. I went for a budget option since the premium brands ask too much for their products. The workshop recommended this set of LEAO NOVA FORCE, a brand...”

  • Opel insignia
  • 5,000 miles
Read full review → 997 found this helpful
Most critical 56%

“Tires are better than i expected. They are quiet and comfortable, strong sidewalls (i bought XL), They have good decent grip in the dry. bad points: In 4,000 miles they are at 5mm. they were all 8/9mm new - and im not a...”

  • Toyota Yaris
  • 4,000 miles
Read full review → 894 found this helpful
Longest term 90%

“I have driven the tires over 10k kms. Their biggest advantage is their silence. I have never driven a car with more silent tires than these. In addition they perform very well on dry roads and take the corners with...”

  • Volkswagen Passat Variant 1.8T
  • 17,000 miles
Read full review → 694 found this helpful

All 8 Leao Nova Force reviews

Score spread across 8 written reviews
86%
Shadowfox
Mid-Life

On Opel Insignia A 1.8 petrol. Have them for 2 summer seasons, 20000+ km or 12000 miles. So far so good. Very satisfied. Speed is always on allowed limit maybe 10 kmph + on highway. Uploaded pics front and back. tread at the middle is above 6 mm in the edges goes down to 5mm or 4mm. Still running. No issues. Good choice for everyday driving.

Leao Nova Force owner photo Leao Nova Force owner photo
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 17
54%
Member
Initial Impressions
  • Hyundai i20
  • 195/55 R16
  • 4,900 miles
  • Mostly Country Roads
  • Average
They wear a lot and they got changed 2 times in only 8 months. So I changed them all to another brand.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 5
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 3
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 246
90%
Shadowfox
I bought bigger 19 inch wheels for my car and i needed new set of tires. I went for a budget option since the premium brands ask too much for their products. The workshop recommended this set of LEAO NOVA FORCE, a brand unknown for me. The European testing put them on 16th place out of 50 selected tested tires. On highways i do not drive above 150 km/h, city maybe 80 km/h on some places but more often 50-60. My city has uphill and downhill streets. The tire is very quiet, the grip is more than satisfactory, on wet surface they handle well. The wear is just fine, no signs of extensive wear. My car is FWD with 140 hp engine manual gear so all the pressure is on the front tires. They exceeded my expectations for half the price of the premium brands. I will probably buy another winters set for the 18 inch rims from the same manufacturer. IF YOU DONT RACE YOUR CAR i highly recommend to give them a try.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 997

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56%
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  • Toyota Yaris
  • 185/50 R15
  • 4,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Easy Going
Tires are better than i expected. They are quiet and comfortable, strong sidewalls (i bought XL), They have good decent grip in the dry.

bad points:
In 4,000 miles they are at 5mm. they were all 8/9mm new - and im not a harsh driver.
in the wet, sometimes i can feel it slide over and i have to make more of an effort to steer correctly. The road feedback is naff, you cant really feel much.

I’d rate them a 5 overall. cheap, comfortable, quiet. Its no gold star but they are better than i expected.

185/50/r15 88 XL
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 5
  • Wear 2
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 4
Helpful 894
33%
Member
all 4 are gone in 30,000—poor quality.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 5
  • Wet Grip 5
  • Road Feedback 5
  • Handling 5
  • Wear 1
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 926
87%
Member
Done about 1,000 miles on these tires.they are very quiet.grip well on dry and wet roads.very happy with these tires for the money paid.not all Chinese tires are bad.would I buy again.sure I would
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 938
86%
Member
These are relatively cheap Chinese tires which surprised me nicely.
I've previously driven with Continental SportContact 2 and I thought they are silent. Well, after driving 10 000+ km. with Leao Nova Force, I can definitely say these are the quietest tires I have ever driven with.
In terms of comfort - mine are 225/45/17 94, Extra Load, so I am not very sure we could speak of comfort, but they feel not worse than 205/55/16.
If I could find them, I would definitely buy them if I have no money for more expensive tires - Continental, Michelin, Goodyear, etc.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 669
90%
Member
I have driven the tires over 10k kms. Their biggest advantage is their silence. I have never driven a car with more silent tires than these. In addition they perform very well on dry roads and take the corners with stability and no noise or any loss of traction.
Having said that, they are quite a good purchase for the money you pay.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 694
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