Maxxis Victra Sport 5

Name: Maxxis Victra Sport 5
Brand: Maxxis
Rating: 77 (27 reviews)

Ultra High Performance Summer

Replaced by the Maxxis Victra Sport 6 Replaces the Maxxis Victra Sport VS01

The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is a value-led summer Ultra High Performance tire that delivers confident real-world grip with an impressively approachable price. Drivers and independent tests alike highlight strong dry braking, secure wet performance and a predictable, progressive feel near the limit. Refinement is better than many expect in this class, making it an easy tire to live with day to day. The main trade-offs sit around efficiency and consistency over time, rather than outright capability when fresh.

The quick answer

Owners say 77% from 32 owner reviews 68% would buy again Read the reviews

Tests say 8^th average finish across 19 independent tests Latest: P7 of 8 · 2025 See every test

Strengths & weaknesses Dry, Wet 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 August 2026.

32owner reviews
327,717miles driven
19professional tests

1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Maxxis Victra Sport 5

8.8/10

Better than 82% of summer tires

High Confidence
17 tests
32 owner reviews

Scores of the 406 summer tires we have tested

How this score is built

Source	Better than	Weight
Independent tests17 tests · 7 publications · 2020-2025	83%	88%
Owner reviews32 owner reviews · rated 77%	75%	12%
Combined	82%	8.8

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	84%	44%	16
DryBraking and handling on dry roads	85%	40%	16
ValueWear, efficiency and cost	17%	9%	14
ComfortNoise and ride comfort	53%	7%	13

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards.

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	84%		16
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface	80%		13

Confidence

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Its own test results decide 99% of the test figure. The other 1% 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.

2025 2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tire Test Die Reifentester · 225/40 R18 P7 / 8
2025 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P12 / 20
2025 2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P10 / 52
2024 2024 Sport Auto Summer Tire Test Sport Auto · 215/40 R18 P4 / 6
2023 2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire Test Sport Auto · 225/40 R18 P9 / 11
2023 2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P13 / 20

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2023 2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 225/40 R18 P10 / 13
2023 2023 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 225/45 R18 P9 / 50
2023 2023 ACE / Gute Fahrt UHP Summer Tire Test ACE · 235/35 R19 P4 / 7 Placing only
2022 2022 Auto Express Summer Tire Test Auto Express · 225/40 R18 P3 / 7 Placing only
2022 2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 245/40 R19 P5 / 10
2022 2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R19 P9 / 10
2021 2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars · 235/35 R19 P7 / 15
2021 2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tire Test Sport Auto · 275/35 R19 P6 / 8
2021 2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tire Test Auto Zeitung · 225/40 R18 P7 / 10
2020 2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tire Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R18 P5 / 11
2020 2020 Auto Bild Summer Tire Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P18 / 20
2020 2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tire Test ADAC · 225/40 R18 P3 / 16
2020 2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R18 P20 / 50

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Tested 19 times by independent publications, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 averages a finish of 8th.

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0 Test Wins

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The latest test

2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tire Test P7 of 8

Maxxis impressed again with good dry handling and braking. On wet roads it achieved only satisfactory results, and its high rolling resistance suggests the tread compound isn’t fully developed. It does, however, excel in interior noise and ride comfort.

Strong: Subj. Comfort, Subj. Noise Weak: Wet Braking Winner: Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72

Every independent test of the Maxxis Victra Sport 5, newest first
Year	Test	Result
2025	2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer Tire TestDie Reifentester · 225/40 R18	P7 / 8
2025	2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/40 R18	P12 / 20
2025	2025 Summer Tire Test ShootoutAuto Bild · 225/40 R18	P10 / 52
2024	2024 Sport Auto Summer Tire TestSport Auto · 215/40 R18	P4 / 6
2023	2023 Sport Auto UHP Tire TestSport Auto · 225/40 R18	P9 / 11
2023	2023 AutoBild UHP Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R18	P13 / 20
2023	2023 AutoBild Sports Car Summer Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 225/40 R18	P10 / 13
2023	2023 Summer Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R18	P9 / 50
2023	2023 ACE / Gute Fahrt UHP Summer Tire TestACE · 235/35 R19	P4 / 7
2022	2022 Auto Express Summer Tire TestAuto Express · 225/40 R18	P3 / 7
2022	2022 AutoBild 19 Inch Summer UHP Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 245/40 R19	P5 / 10
2022	2022 AMS Performance Summer Tire TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 245/45 R19	P9 / 10
2021	2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer Tire TestAuto Bild Sportscars · 235/35 R19	P7 / 15
2021	2021 Sport Auto UHP Summer Tire TestSport Auto · 275/35 R19	P6 / 8
2021	2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP Tire TestAuto Zeitung · 225/40 R18	P7 / 10
2020	2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer Tire TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 225/45 R18	P5 / 11
2020	2020 Auto Bild Summer Tire TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18	P18 / 20
2020	2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer Tire TestADAC · 225/40 R18	P3 / 16
2020	2020 Tire Market Overview Braking TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R18	P20 / 50

On the full record: Record by discipline Head-to-head record Every published verdict

In 225/40 R18, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is projected to cost €31.11 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €778 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test.

Continental PremiumContact 7€20.06

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6€20.34

Hankook Ventus Evo€23.39

Maxxis Victra Sport 5€31.11

Tire purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tirecost per 1,000 miles

Assumes a typical car doing 29 mpg (rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €6.25 per gallon and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2025 test; financing costs are excluded.

Dimensions & Label Scores

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Size Range36 sizes available

205-275Width35-50Profile17-20Rim88-105 V-YLoad/Speed Index2020First On Market

EU LabelAcross 36 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Fuel

A6%

C53%

D42%

Wet

A86%

B14%

Noise

70-72dB B

Frequently Asked Questions

How good is the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 in the wet?

Across the 16 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 stops 4.3% longer than premium rivals, 0.3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 11.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 84/100, and owners rate it 8/10 in the wet from 32 reviews.

How good is the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 in the dry?

Across the 16 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 stops 0.8% longer than premium rivals, 2.2% shorter than mid-range rivals and 5.9% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 85/100, and owners rate it 8.6/10 in the dry from 32 reviews.

How fuel efficient is the Maxxis Victra Sport 5?

Across the 13 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5's rolling resistance is 5.1% higher than premium rivals, 2.3% higher than mid-range rivals and 8.3% higher than budget rivals.

How many miles does the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 last?

Based on test and owner data, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is expected to last around 19,299 miles (31,059 km).

What do owners say about the Maxxis Victra Sport 5?

Across 32 owner ratings the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 averages 77%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.6 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 6.4. 10 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 67% of owners score it 70% or better.

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How much does the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 cost to run?

In 225/40 R18, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is projected to cost €31.11 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €778 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Continental PremiumContact 7, at €20.06.

What is the Maxxis Victra Sport 5's EU tire label rating?

Across its range, the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, A for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.

How comfortable and quiet are the Maxxis Victra Sport 5?

Owners rate the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 7.7 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 27 reviews.

How well do the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 wear, according to owners?

Owners rate the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 6.4 out of 10 for wear across 27 reviews. 10 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 5,500 miles.

Would owners buy the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 again?

68% of owners say they would buy the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 again, based on the 31 owner reviews that answered the question. 42% of them gave it the highest possible answer.

What do owners say about the Maxxis Victra Sport 5's dry grip?

Of the 27 owner reviews analyzed for the Maxxis Victra Sport 5, 18 mention dry grip: 14 praise it (strong dry grip) and 4 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "In the dry the grip is amazing". Read those reviews

What do owners say about the Maxxis Victra Sport 5's wet grip?

Of the 27 owner reviews analyzed for the Maxxis Victra Sport 5, 10 mention wet grip: 7 praise it (confident wet grip) and 3 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "They have tremendous grip wet or dry". Read those reviews

What does the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 replace?

The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is the successor to the Maxxis Victra Sport VS01 in Maxxis's range.

Has the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 been replaced?

The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 has been replaced by the Maxxis Victra Sport 6.

What sizes does the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 come in?

The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 is available in 42 sizes, ranging from 205-275/35-50 R17-20.

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Hi, though VS5 already has many positive reviews I wonder how its successor - the new Victra Sport 6 will perform. Show more Hi, though VS5 already has many positive reviews I wonder how its successor - the new Victra Sport 6 will perform. Unfortunately, I could not find any information about this tire in your database. Please can you share any results or comparison if you have one already. Thankyou Show less

October 22, 2025

All tests we have are on the site, hopefully it will be tested next year. I've added the pattern to the database in case anyone wants to leave a review.

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Maxxis Victra Sport 5 Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 27 reviews

Drivers generally report the Maxxis Victra Sport 5 as a strong value-focused UHP tire with very good dry and wet grip, confident handling/braking, and a progressive breakaway that inspires trust. Many high-scoring reviews compare it favorably to premium rivals and also note good comfort for the category. A smaller but meaningful group report faster-than-expected wear and performance falling off as the tire heat-cycles/ages or in colder wet conditions, with some also mentioning the tire being prone to damage.

What owners mention most counted across 27 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 32 ratings

Owner score 77%
Dry Grip 86%
Handling 82%
Wet Grip 80%
Road Feedback 78%
Comfort 77%
Wear 64%

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Most helpful 76%

“Ive had these tires for 1 year now and after using them on a daily basis in my Mazda Demio (mazda 2 jdm variant) and driven around 30000-35000km on them honestly it was a blast. In the dry the grip is amazing, although...”

Mazda Demio Skyactiv
22,500 miles

Read full review → 860 found this helpful

Most critical 43%

“Had those tires just over a year. Did aroud 7k miles(11k km) Recently noticed they are getting worn on the outside edge. Decided to replace them before something happens. Never looked on inside edge until tire garage...”

Mercedes Benz E350
7,000 miles

Read full review → 1,028 found this helpful

Longest term 84%

“These tires were nice, fun and safe to drive. First two seasons were a blast. Third one rubber got a bit harder and I noticed it on wet road. Will buy them again for new e-tron. Best price / performance ratio. Highly...”

Audi A6 Allroad 3.0 TDI
30,000 miles

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56%

Bonny August 11, 2026

Initial Impressions

275/35 R18
8,000 miles

So I have tried these tires on the rear axle of my 470 hp, 1.7 t car, and I have to say that initially, when I put them on the car, I was very impressed. For the money, they have quite decent grip and a smooth transition while losing grip. That changed after a few heat cycles. Now the tires have lost almost all grip and are incredibly hard. So I would say that for normal driving, they offer very good value for money. However, if you intend to drive the car hard, I would not choose them again. I have bought a set for my wife's Mini Cooper S F56, and I have to say they work very well on that car and are still very grippy, because the car is driven quite normally, although sometimes a bit spiritedly by me. :D

61%

Member July 27, 2026

Initial Impressions

Chery Tiggo 7
225/60 R18
30,000 miles

These came factory on my Chery Tiggo 7 PHEV SUV. Lack of traction during acceleration is an issue, not a great feeling of confidence in the wet. These have worn fast. I will not be replacing them with the same tires

89%

Member November 14, 2025

Skoda Superb MK3 (2015 Present)
235/40 R19
20,400 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

The tires were purchased thanks to TireReviews. It's where I found them, analyzed the available tests, and decided they would be suitable for me. My wife uses the car daily, and I haven't heard any comments about the tires.
Personally, I mostly drive the car during family trips and holidays, and since I live in Germany (DE), the speeds I travel at are higher than the recommended 130 km/h. I always feel confident on the road, whether in the sun or rain; the tires have never let me down. I'm not just a 'straight-line master'; I like taking corners dynamically, and the car has 4x4 drive. The grip is always very good. I have never lost traction. I wouldn't expect excessive comfort from a 19-inch tire size, so it's hard for me to evaluate that aspect. I also don't have much comparison to top-tier brands. Previously, I had Pirellis that simply burst on the inside sidewall. The Maxxis VS5s after 3 seasons with me have micro-cracks on the edges. The tires are coated with Meguiars gel after every car wash. The tread depth remaining is 4mm. Because of this, I have a dilemma: should I buy new ones or leave them for another season? If I were to buy new ones, I would consider the same model again, but I know the Maxxis VS6 is now available, so I will likely buy the newer, improved model instead.
I am a proponent of the price-to-quality ratio and I think these tires are a very good choice. It's a shame there are so few available tests for this type of tire, because we all know that premium tires are always a good choice.

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76%

Member July 21, 2025

Mazda Demio Skyactiv
205/45 R17
22,500 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

Ive had these tires for 1 year now and after using them on a daily basis in my Mazda Demio (mazda 2 jdm variant) and driven around 30000-35000km on them honestly it was a blast. In the dry the grip is amazing, although in hot conditions it tends to wear out quick, even went to a track day where i did around 10-15 laps of testing the cars limit. In wet conditions they are also really good and live up to the rating as no matter how wet it is the grip is optimal to a certain point obviously and felt very safe. Cant tell you how smooth of a drive they are as i have aftermarket coilvers so any tire combination will feel stiff on bumps and potholes. Couple days ago (they were on their last 6k kilometers before being worn out completely) i popped them on a zig-zag road on a tiny pebble. So once these tires are on their last 10000km you should change them before you get left on the side of the road. Ive also noticed the outside of the tire got worn out faster than other areas of the tire, although the rims were always perfectly balanced, probably because of the heavy spirited driving. Other than that a pretty good clearance pick, as u can get michelin PS4/PS5s for a tiny amount more when you get fresh tires. In my case they were the last 4 tires and were heavily discounted, hence why i got them.

84%

Member January 21, 2025

Audi A6 Allroad 3.0 TDI
235/55 R18
30,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

These tires were nice, fun and safe to drive. First two seasons were a blast. Third one rubber got a bit harder and I noticed it on wet road. Will buy them again for new e-tron. Best price / performance ratio. Highly reccomend these tires!

77%

Member December 17, 2024

Hyundai I30N
235/45 R19
600 miles
Mostly Country Roads
Spirited

Got rid of the tires that came with the Hyundai n series because these maxxis were the better option for the car I’ve had no problems with this brand I can harder and faster then I did before

94%

Member October 24, 2024

BMW 1 series
225/40 R18
11,000 miles
Mostly Country Roads
Spirited

Just an overall brilliant tire. It's a joy to drive on them knowing I can trust them when I need to go little bit more to the extreme.

84%

Member May 24, 2024

BMW m2
275/35 R19
Mostly Country Roads
Spirited

Do not overlook these tires. Normally I would not entertain less than premium brands for a high performance car, but after reading a review in EVO I thought I would give them a try and have used them since. They have tremendous grip wet or dry, easily the equal of Michelin 4S and even the Conti 7. As an ex racer I drive my dedicated sports car very hard when conditions permit so I never expect big miles, it isn't my priority. In my opinion these are miles better than the equivalent Pirelli offerings.

77%

Member August 22, 2023

BMW 325 coupe
235/40 R18
3,500 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

Good handling in wet and dry conditions, comfortable as well however not as durable as i expected. Sidewall got punctured after hitting a few potholes.

43%

Member June 5, 2023

Mercedes Benz E350
235/35 R19
7,000 miles
Mostly Motorways
Spirited

Had those tires just over a year. Did aroud 7k miles(11k km) Recently noticed they are getting worn on the outside edge. Decided to replace them before something happens. Never looked on inside edge until tire garage took the wheels off. I wish I could attach the pictures. Top layer just peeled off on the inside edge and made a 10mm gap, 10mm deep on whole wheel circumference. I've never seen this kind of damage before. Wheel alignment was done a few months before and everything seemed OK, but I asked the garage to do it again and the said everything was spot on and it must by bad batch of tires. It's a miracle that I didn't crash because of those tires. I'll never ever buy them again.

89%

Member February 28, 2023

Subaru forester 2.5xt
225/45 R17
30 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited

Maxxis really blew me away with this tire. Not only did it outgrip my old potenza re003’s which I previously used as a benchmark, it also lasted longer. Only in one or two very rare occasions did I find myself struggling with grip and usually that was due to suspension components at their limit. I felt very comfortable driving with these tires and would definitely buy again

69%

Member January 24, 2023

Ford Mk5 Mondeo 2.0
225/35 R19
3,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average

A well balanced tire that is quiet, comfortable and performs well in dry warm weather. Unfortunately once the temperatures drop so does the driveablity. Grip loss is quite apparent on cold wet roads with these tires. On a Mk5 Mondeo front tire wear is a common issue and the car has no gripes about scrubbing a set of new tires down to the limit blocks in record time. These VS5's however have taken a beating on the outside amd have worn very quickly. The car and geometry has been professionally set up so I am 100% confident that toe and camber are not the cause.

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