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 January 2025.
Across its range, the Sunew YS618 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Sunew YS618?
Owners rate the Sunew YS618 4.8 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 56 reviews.
How well do the Sunew YS618 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Sunew YS618 5.2 out of 10 for wear across 56 reviews. 11 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 3,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Sunew YS618 again?
21% of owners say they would buy the Sunew YS618 again, based on the 56 owner reviews that answered the question. 13% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Sunew YS618's wet grip?
Of the 55 owner reviews analyzed for the Sunew YS618, 21 mention wet grip: 4 praise it (confident wet grip) and 17 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "Lethal in wet conditions ... slow pull offs and the car is wheel spinning". Read those reviews
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What do owners say about the Sunew YS618's dry grip?
Of the 55 owner reviews analyzed for the Sunew YS618, 16 mention dry grip: 11 praise it (strong dry grip) and 5 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "in the dry I thought for a budget tire they are fantastic! seriously I had lots of confidence in them in the dry". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Sunew YS618's puncture resistance?
Of the 55 owner reviews analyzed for the Sunew YS618, 12 mention puncture resistance: 0 praise it (tough against punctures) and 12 criticise it (puncture-prone). One owner wrote: "Don't hold a seal, so have to pump tires up constantly". Read those reviews
What sizes does the Sunew YS618 come in?
The Sunew YS618 is available in 2 sizes, ranging from 245-255/45 R18.
Across 58 owner ratings the Sunew YS618 averages 45%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 6 out of 10 and Wet Grip lowest at 3.5. 11 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 23% of owners score it 70% or better.
Owner ratings averaged from 58 ratings
Owner score45%
Dry Grip60%
Wear52%
Comfort48%
Road Feedback46%
Handling44%
Wet Grip35%
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Most helpful 13%
“Lethal in wet conditions ... slow pull offs and the car is wheel spinning Roundabouts you can feel the car moving around and trying to slip into the other lane under slow speeds. Small puddles and barely any surface...”
“These tires are lethal!!!!! I put 4 new ones on my car back in june, Just before chrismas i noticed cracks around the rim or both of the front tires, so had to have them changed immediatly. I was driving on sunday and...”
“I do self- employed motorway miles. When I buy a car I make sure it will take economy tires as I drive conservatively to get the last penny's worth out of everything. Always aim to go at least twice round the clock...”
Lethal in wet conditions ... slow pull offs and the car is wheel spinning
Roundabouts you can feel the car moving around and trying to slip into the other lane under slow speeds. Small puddles and barely any surface water and the tires are done.
In the dry they are tidy however i would not push to far.
Supplied as new during MOT failure but just discovered were already 2 years old when fitted. Outside walls cracked after 1000 miles and 1 year but passed the MOT in 2 stations. Car has been SORN for eight years now they are 10 years old still hold air and support the car but they look very deeply cracked falling apart like I image a re-mold/re-tread might. I would never buy again. Replaced with part worn trusted well known brands as I always do when given the choice for low mileage use.
Always check the tire date code when you buy a tire, check it for bulges and side wall damage. Never rely on a retail chain to fit you a good choice of tire, do some research.
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Garbage! Don't hold a seal, so have to pump tires up constantly. Wear is shocking. New to used in less than 6 months, average mileage a week. Handling is poor, makes car feel like a boat. Never again!!
Really good tires from my experience, have had them for a year now and have done about 7000 miles on a mixture of roads, Still have plenty of tread left. Came from Goodyear tires and struggled to notice the difference. Would definitely buy again and recommend.
Tires were fitted on rear of car when I bought it from a Mercedes dealership. Have driven 11,000 miles on them since February 2017 across all sorts of roads from single track country lanes to motorway. No noticeable problems in the dry and the tread on the tires is still great. However, in the wet they give no confidence at all with the rear end sliding around when going around a roundabout in particular. Although there seems to be many miles left on them, they are being changed for Continentals tomorrow as I'd rather stay alive! Quote from a private tire fitting firm I've dealt with for 15 years - 'I wouldn't fit them to a wheelbarrow'. And that was before I told him about the sliding!
Awful tire. Grip was almost non existent. Rear end of family estate started sliding out on a slow large roundabout and I'm a cautious driver! Wife and family weren't impressed. I've never experienced a tire this poor, they adversely affect your confidence driving. Had them removed for Sailun Attrezo's (impressive tires). These are a false economy, steer well clear.
Brought car 4 months ago from networkQ tires have lots of tread but ride is a tad firm but road feedback is ok but they are quite noisey on the motorway.Will look at tire reviews site when I change tires again.
Bought these tires on alloy rims for my wife's Audi TT three years ago, so conveniently outside the warranty. I replaced the first one in Nov, 2015 and have just replaced the other three due to delaminating of the sidewalls along with significant splits etc. These tires have done less than 3000 miles. Steer well clear, I think these tires are dangerous, they may be cheap but not worth the risk.
41%
Member
Vauxhall
225/35 R18 W
2,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Easy Going
Bought my car last year from the dealer which came fitted with these tires on the front.
Firstly the Dry - they are actually not too bad, they provide good traction and not bad grip as long as the weather is above 10 degrees or so. If its colder they start to struggle. Even when out for a nice spirited drive on a sunny day they perform pretty well actually.
Now the Wet - Wow, where do I start. Absolutely useless in the wet. 10MPH and the front end sliding almost into other cars on large open roundabouts is not fun at all. Taking it easy around town pulling away from junctions and roundabouts is shocking. They are even worse than above its its only slightly wet/damp conditions.
Wear - Had them on for 2000 miles and there is still 7mm of tread across both tires with no visible damage or cracking/splitting at all.
All in all, they are what they are, an Imported summer only tire that people/garages fit over here for cheapness. Wouldn't ever buy again.
26%
Member
Vauxhall
225/35 R18 W
1,500 miles
A Combination of Roads
Average
Needed new tires for my Corsa VXR so as money was tight opted for these budget tires....NEVER AGAIN!!! After only 1500 miles both front tires have severe cracking on the inner walls!! These tires are dangerous and should be taken off the market!! Buying these is definitely false economy as I am now having to buy proper tires after only a few months! If you value your safety DO NOT buy these rubbish tires!!
