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Minerva Radial F 205

Minerva Tires High Performance Summer

The Minerva Radial F 205 is a High Performance Summer tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

3.6
Tire Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
Limited Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
80%
Wet Grip
69%
Road Feedback
70%
Handling
70%
Wear
53%
Comfort
80%
Buy again
44%
9 Reviews
67% Average
242,100 miles driven
3 Tests (avg: 40th)
Minerva Radial F 205

Minerva Radial F 205

Summer Budget
BETA
3.6 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · Limited 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.

Learn more about our methodology
Category Scores
Wet
68.9
2x / 3 tests
Dry
64.8
1.8x / 3 tests
Cross-Category Performance

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

Braking
67
6 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 3
Publications: 1
Period: 2020 - 2026
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 9
Avg Rating: 66.6%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.22
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 Summer Braking Super Tire Test - How do 52 Tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? Auto Bild 2026 245/45 R19 35/50 2 metrics
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview Auto Bild 2023 225/45 R18 46/48 2 metrics
2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test Auto Bild 2020 245/45 R18 38/49 2 metrics
All Tests
View Test Results
3
Tests
40th
Average
35th
Best
46th
Worst
Latest Tire Test Results
2026 Summer Braking Super Tire Test - How do 52 Tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking?
245/45 R19 • 2026
35th/50
2023 Summer Tire Market Overview
225/45 R18 • 2023
46th/48
2020 Tire Market Overview Braking Test
245/45 R18 • 2020
38th/49
Size Fuel Wet Noise
17 inch
215/55R17 98 W XL C B 71
205/50R17 93 W XL C B 71
225/50R17 94 W C B 71
225/50R17 98 Y XL C B 71
215/45R17 91 Y XL C B 71
225/45R17 94 Y XL C B 71
225/45R17 91 Y C B 71
18 inch
225/40R18 92 Y XL C B 71
245/40R18 97 Y XL C B 71
255/35R18 94 Y XL C B 71
245/45R18 100 Y XL C B 71
19 inch
235/35R19 91 Y XL C B 71
20 inch
255/45R20 105 W XL C B 71
245/35R20 95 Y XL C B 71
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Review Summary

Based on 9 user reviews

Drivers of the Minerva Radial F 205 generally find it a strong value for everyday use, with comfort, low noise, and dry-road grip often compared favorably to premium brands. High-scoring reviews especially praise its price-to-performance and overall composure in normal driving. However, several users report weaker traction and longer braking when pushed hard, particularly in wet or cold conditions, and a few mention faster wear. Overall sentiment is moderately positive, best suited to warm-weather and routine driving.

Strengths
  • Affordable price/value
  • Comfortable ride
  • Low noise
  • Good grip and braking in dry/normal driving
  • Comparable to premium brands for everyday use
Areas for Improvement
  • Weak wet grip in cold/harsh conditions and at higher speeds
  • Reduced traction and longer braking when pushed hard

Top 3 Minerva Radial F 205 Reviews

Given 65% while driving a Mazda 6 Series (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles
These came with the car I bought. I though these would be horrible budget tires but they seems to be pretty OK all-rounders. Never had any issues with them on even at heavy rain. The grip is good, at least for normal city and highway driving. These are quite comfortable and the noise level is OK too. If you are on tight budget these are not that bad.
Helpful 911
June 17, 2025
Given 83% while driving a Honda Civic 1.5T (215/50 R17) on mostly town for 5,000 spirited miles
Ignore my previous review which shows dissatisfaction, I switched to Yoko 553 and after driving immediately on them realised it was a mental barrier I was thinking these are not good tires. For past few weeks I had a placebo effect that I should switch to a better brand and felt my car was activating its ABS too soon on Minerva. Midway to home I realized these brand new Yokos have the exact same braking and drive response as those Minerva I took off. So I ended up going back to the tire shop and at some financial compensation loss to the shop got my Minerva back. Now I am more satisfied with them than even before. Go for them, saying this after back to back trying a tire more than twice as expensive but similar performance.
Helpful 822
June 6, 2025
Given 60% while driving a Honda Civic 1.5T (215/50 R17) on mostly town for 500 average miles
They were good for the first few thousand kilometres and felt like awesome tires for the price at par with higher tiers. Now after crossing 5,000 kilometres they seem to be a waste of money. The tires screech at even the slightest of hard brake and then ABS kicks in. There is great loss of traction at hard acceleration and the VSA kicks in ruining all the pleasure of a full throttle. It was a bad call and I am gonna switch back to any of the known brands
Helpful 777
June 5, 2025

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Latest Minerva Radial F 205 Reviews

Initial Impressions Review
Given 79% while driving a MG mg4 (235/45 R18) on mostly town for 100 spirited miles
Very impressed!!!
For the cheap price with my car MG4 Xpower that have 4WD 435HP and 600nm toque these tire can take it and no slip, And very very comfort event high tire pressure. The grip and brake is better than BS Turanza and close to top tier brand.
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Helpful 115
January 5, 2026
Given 59% while driving a Kia Motors kadenza 3.0 (245/45 R18) on mostly town for 210,000 average miles
Minerva F205 Tire Review: A Performance Gap Between Seasons
After testing the Minerva F205, I have reached a clear conclusion regarding its seasonal performance.

The Downside (Winter Performance): I do NOT recommend these tires for countries with harsh winters. On icy or wet winter roads, the traction is poor. I personally experienced my vehicle spinning while other cars maintained their grip. The tire compound seems to harden in the cold, making it quite dangerous on slippery surfaces.

The Upside (Summer Performance): In warmer seasons, the F205 performs like a top-tier tire. It is quiet, provides a smooth ride, and is highly cost-effective. If you only drive in warm conditions, the "price-to-performance" ratio is unbeatable.

Recommendation: This tire is perfect for tropical climates or regions where temperatures stay above zero. For everyone else, please ensure you switch to winter tires during the cold months, or avoid the F205 for year-round use.
Helpful 105
December 26, 2025
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Given 50% while driving a Saab Automobile NG9 5 2.0TiD sedan (245/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles
These where included with a set of rims I purchased. The condition was like new when I got them.
The tires are fine. Not the best and I've had worse.
But going from a set of GoodYears to these where a downgrade for sure. They are a bit scary under hard braking and when pushed to the limit.. And they wear out very quick.
Replacing these with a set of GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6's. Tires are safety, and running cheap tires is not safe for either you or other motorist around you.
Helpful 1028
June 12, 2024
Given 94% while driving a Renault (245/45 R19) on a combination of roads for 500 spirited miles
Hello ,
I have always opted for A brand tires all my life
I think safety is important
Now I came across an acquaintance who had just installed new tires
The Minerva 205
He told me, I have to buy this tire!!
Looking for some information and reviews
Still took the leap
And I have to say, I don't regret it for a second. The grip is the same as the A brand tires
Sound, same
The only thing I immediately felt was how soft the car is now
More comfort than before
A pit is a pit. You continue to feel that, but he finishes everything a little better
I drive sporty and sometimes accelerate quickly and sometimes brake too late
The Minerva F205 has no problem with this
A little rain or a lot, it will stick to the track
You shouldn't do anything crazy and go to the limited with your car!!
What surprises me now is the price for my 19-inch tires
Michelin, Goodyear, which I always priced between 150 and 250 euros just for the tire
Now place 108 euros (all in) if you buy the Minerva F205 you will not regret it
Helpful 1023
November 25, 2023
Given 64% while driving a Volvo v70 D5 (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 15,000 average miles
Do not buy, worn out after just two seasons and 24kkm
Helpful 841
March 1, 2023
Given 50% while driving a Nissan 350z (245/45 R18) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
These Minerva F205 tires were already fitted on a 350Z, which I bought as a daily driver. Condition was nearly new, 2 years old DOT. It can be accepted as a very cheap tire for daily driving purposes, but only if you never exceed 100 km/h in wet conditions. In wet, ride on these tires is SUICIDAL!!! Long story short, I wanna live so I am going to sell them to some drifters.
Helpful 884
October 15, 2022
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