Linglong Sport Master - Test Results

Test Statistics

6

Tests Completed

11th

Average Position

5th

Best Result

16th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Linglong Sport Master shows standout wet-grip capability with occasional headline results, but is held back by aquaplaning limitations, weak wear, and value/efficiency metrics. Across six summer tests it mixes top-tier wet braking and strong wet lap grip with mid-pack dry dynamics and consistently poor longevity, which drags overall standings despite some impressive shootout placements.
Overall, it excels in direct wet grip (especially braking), is acceptable-to-mid in dry handling/braking, and notably underperforms in aquaplaning, wear, and cost/value. Noise is often competitive. Results indicate a performance-focused compound that delivers short wet stops but sacrifices tread life and aquaplaning safety margins.

Performance Strengths

Wet Weather Performance Strong
• 1st place wet braking in 2025 52-tire shootout (27.4 m)
• 2nd place wet braking in 2025 Auto Bild full test (42.8 m, +0.2% from best)
• 3rd place wet circle in 2025 Auto Bild full test (+0.9% from best)
• 6th/48 wet braking in 2023 Market Overview (+4% from best)
External Noise/Comfort Moderate
• 2nd/16 noise in 2024 ADAC (70.6 dB, +0.9% from best)
• 2nd/21 noise in 2023 AutoBild UHP (+0.1% from best)
• 3rd/13 noise in 2023 Sports Car (+0.3% from best)
Dry Braking (select sizes/tests) Moderate
• 2nd/16 dry braking in 2024 ADAC (tied with Michelin, +5.4% from best noted advantage of Conti)
• Top-3 headline placements supported by mid-pack dry braking in 2025 tests (9/21 and 9/52)

Performance Weaknesses

Wear/Longevity Strong
• 20/20 wear in 2025 Auto Bild full test (22,570 km, +58.2% from best)
• 20/20 wear in 2023 AutoBild UHP (27,600 km, +56.3% from best)
• 14/16 wear in 2024 ADAC (37,400 km, +46% from best)
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
• 18/20 curved aquaplaning in 2025 Auto Bild (+16.8% from best) and 12/20 straight aqua (+1.7%)
• 14/16 straight and curved aquaplaning in 2024 ADAC (+5.5% and +20% from best)
• 12/13 straight and 12/13 curved aquaplaning in 2023 Sports Car (+7.4% and +24.3%)
Value and Efficiency Moderate
• 19/20 value and 19/20 rolling resistance in 2025 Auto Bild full test (+96.8% value index; +28.2% RR)
• 14/20 value and 18/22 RR in 2023 AutoBild UHP (+66.6% value; +18.7% RR)
• Fuel consumption mid-pack 7/16 in 2024 ADAC (+3.5% from best)
Overall Dry/Handling at Limit (sports car context) Moderate
• 12/13 in dry handling and dry braking in 2023 Sports Car (+2.9% and +8.4%)
• Mid-to-lower pack dry handling 2023 UHP 17/21 (+3.7%) and 2025 full test 11/21 (+1.7%)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

The Linglong Sport Master, another Chinese brand, performed well with short braking distances, dynamic and secure handling characteristics in all weather conditions, and good lateral grip. It achie...

Strong:
Wet Braking

Weak:
Rolling Resistance, Value, Wear

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2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout

2025
Winner: Bridgestone Potenza Sport

Strong:
Wet Braking

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2024 ADAC Summer Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental PremiumContact 7

The Linglong Sport Master receives an overall satisfactory rating in driving safety. On dry roads, it provides only sufficient steering feedback and achieves an adequate rating in handling at the l...

Strong:
Noise, Dry Braking, Price

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