Performance Overview
This radar chart shows relative performance across all test categories, with 100% representing the best performance in each category. Reference tires may have gaps where data is not available.
Dry Performance Overview
Dry Braking (M)
Dry braking in meters (Lower is better)
Dry Handling (s)
Dry handling time in seconds (Lower is better)
Subj. Dry Handling ( Points)
Subjective Dry Handling Score (Higher is better)
Wet Performance Overview
Wet Braking (M)
Wet braking in meters (Lower is better)
Wet Handling (s)
Wet handling time in seconds (Lower is better)
Subj. Wet Handling ( Points)
Subjective Wet Handling Score (Higher is better)
Straight Aqua (Km/H)
Float Speed in Km/H (Higher is better)
Curved Aquaplaning (m/sec2)
Remaining lateral acceleration (Higher is better)
Off road Performance Overview
Gravel Traction (M)
Gravel Acceleration Distance in Meters (Lower is better)
Grass Traction (M)
Grass Acceleration Distance in Meters (Lower is better)
Comfort Performance Overview
Subj. Comfort ( Points)
Subjective Comfort Score (Higher is better)
Noise (dB)
External noise in dB (Lower is better)
Value Performance Overview
Rolling Resistance (kg / t)
Rolling resistance in kg t (Lower is better)
Overall Findings
Based on the weighted scoring from all tests, here are the overall results:
| Position | Tyre | Score |
|---|---|---|
| Michelin Primacy 4 | 94.2% | |
| 2 | Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 93.5% |
| 3 | Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV | 93.5% |
| 4 | Hankook Ventus S1 evo 3 SUV | 92.3% |
| 5 | BFGoodrich Advantage SUV | 91.8% |
| 6 | Nokian Wetproof SUV | 91.2% |
| 7 | Vredestein Ultrac Satin | 90.6% |
| 8 | Avon ZX7 | 89.1% |
| 9 | Westlake SU318 HT | 79.4% |
Test Winner
Westlake SU318 HT
79.4%
Hi
For X5 , between kumho ps71 ecsta , falken azensis fk250l , Dunlop sp sport maxx 050+suv , Dunlop sp sport maxx 060+ , Bridgestone potenza sport , and Bridgestone turanza 6 what's best?
It depends what you're looking for. The Turanza 6 is probably the best all round tyre of the bunch but not that sporty.
Hi
Hello - sorry for bumping in on an old thread, but I have an interesting question, hopefully.
I see that in this test some light off-road tests were carried out, while there was also a couple of AT tires tests on your site that also included some gravel and dirt road driving.
Is there a chance we get also a test of AS tires (in European terms, so 3PMSF certified) for SUV vehicles, that also includes some light off-road tests?
Throwing in some mild-AT tires in the loop as well would be a win-win situation. Granted, the "regular" AS tires are not as puncture resistant as the AT tires, but some of them have solid internal constructions (something like: two high strength steel belts and a single ply nylon layer atop a dual-ply polyester body casing), so in SUV sizes, it would be interesting to see how do they fare against each other.
Thanks a lot and continue with the good work!
I would hesitate to suggest that any EU all season tire is suitable for offroad use. Their construction is now so thin punctures would be a major issue.
When owning an SUV (GLB 235x50x19) but using it exclusively on the road (mostly dry / hot conditions) as a family car, what type of tyres are more relevant, the SUV ones or the regular Touring/UHP ones? Daily use, no real sporty driving, just appreciating the handling and braking characteristics of UHP tyres mostly for safety reasons.
...and just to make it a bit more specific do i go for something like PS4 SUV (or 5 if available or Primacy4+ for less sporty) or a Conti PC7?
Often these days the SUV variant of a tyre is just for marketing, so if you have the size and load rating needed, it doesn't really matter if it has an SUV on the sidewall. That said, the PS4 SUV is excellent.
Looks like in 235x50x19 my options in my market are the PZ4, F1 Assymetric 6 and PS4 SUV. Same price pretty much. Which one would you go for on a GLB aiming for best braking and handling on wet and dry? Thank you!
Hard choice between the Goodyear and Michelin in this case.
I note your view but often there is a difference between the variants. My understanding is that the SUV variant is sometimes harder-compounded & more heavily siped to restore a bit of wet grip.
I think that a "is there really a difference?" test comparing a bunch of tyre pairs, that nominally differ only by the tag 'SUV' on one, would be a nice exercise. So: GY EGP 2 & GY EGP 2 SUV & so on.
You might even get some manufacturers to comment on what the design differences are (& why) & see how that correlates with test results.
Just got a Nissan Armada and they had put the Westlake SU 318 on the rear. Running at 8/32, in the first big rain of the spring and holy cow they are just garbage, I had no idea they still made anything this bad. Acceleration around a corner with the V8 torque and the rear is suddenly sliding out like I'm 16 again driving an Oldsmobile!
Can't wait to get rid of them. What would you put on the Armada in TX where we see months of extreme heat and occasional massive downpours of rain on torn up roads with lots of highway driving? Thinking about Scorpion AS3+, GY Steadfast or Continental HT or AT.
I'm a big fan of the Continental TerrainContact AT, I use it myself in the summer months in Utah.
How would these touring-type SUV tyres compare with H/T tyres when it comes to towing a boat up a slippery boat ramp? Which would be the better choice for that application?
In theory these should offer better wet grip
Glad you like them :) IF you get some time please put a review on the site!
Hi I have a Lexus UX 250h with Bridgestone t005 225/50/18 run flats. Is there a true that performed as well but more comfortable and quieter.
Thanks
if you want a big step up in comfort I'm afraid ditching the runflats is the only real solution at the moment!
Hi which tyre is good Pilot Sport 4 SUV
225/60R18 100V or Michelin PRIMACY SUV
i have a nissan xtrail ?
Both good tyres with different design intentions, depends if you want a bit of sportyness
Hello,
I recently bought a 2018 Lexus RX450h 2018 which needs new tyres. I live in the UK but 1 to 3 times a year I drive in the Alps (snowy conditions). My question being, is it worth to buy something like Michelin CrossClimate2 for all year around or something similar (if you have any other recommendations) or I m better with summer tyres and then get some budget winter tyres and eventually another set of wheels for my occasional trips? If so, what premium summer/budget winter tires I should go for? Just want to mention that although it s a big heavy car I like to throw in the corners every now and then on a country road. Many thanks and you re doing a great job with your reviews, I watched almost all your reviews but still couldn’t decide.
I definitely wouldn't recommend budget winter tyres, and I sadly wouldn't recommend an all season tyre if you like to throw around a heavy car. That just leaves premium winter tyres for your trips (or all season tyres as a winter tyre)
Hi, which tire would you go for Tiguan front wheel drive 235/55R18? Assymetric 5 or EfficientGrip2?
With that sort of vehicle I would probably opt for the EfficientGrip 2
Thanks ?
Efficientgrip 2 SUV or Michelin Primacy 4+ (xl), same size?
Hard question. Which ever is cheaper?!
Tell me about it. Same price both...Exactly. can't make up my mind ?
Thank you for your comparison & for wide information available on the site.
I would like to know your opinion what summer tires I should buy for my Mazda cx5 2015? I live in Finland & the weather is really awkward. Sometimes, rains & sometimes long dry spells especially in the South. Previously, I have used Michelin latitude sport 3 but experienced the same problems i.e. Best on dry but [almost] worst in wet especially in aquaplains [which are many on Finnish roads]. Considering these conditions, can you please help & suggest which tires to buy & I will really appreciate your help.
P.s: I drive very much both intercity & long trips trips.
Primacy 4 or Pilot sport 4 SUV which one is better there is 5 $ difference btwn the 2 ? What is difference between Good year EG SUV & EG Performance SUV
This is for a Xtrail sport 4wd
I've not tested them back to back, but the assumption is the Primacy 4 will be more comfortable and offer better rolling resistance, and the Pilot Sport 4 SUV will be a little more tuned for handling. There's no better, just different.
Rank Primacy 4, Continental PremiumContact 6 and Pilot Sport 4 SUV with weighting given to dry/wet braking & mileage?
I can get the Pilot Sport 4 SUV for cheapest.
I'd take the PS4 SUV especially if it's CHEAPEST! It's by far the newest
Hello and thanks for the video and test!!
I bought a Ford Ecosport 4x4 SUV AWD (small Size SUV) with 2018 Goodyear EG tyres. I will change them and I would like your opinion between Goodyear EG 2 or Michelin Primacy 4, which will be fit better ? (Some other option by sellers here locally they say Falken Azen FK510 or Vredestein Ultrac (New) )
I'm not sure what i'd pick, both are excellent tyres!
Thanks for the quick reply. I order Vredestein Ultrac (New model) - 205/50/R17 - Ford Ecosport 1.5 diesel. 4x4. Let's try and see this model! I will add comments and reviews. Thanks. (Ultrac is the nent generation, us you say in the video, its newest tyre rather Ultrac Satin or Ultrac old model)
Hello and Thanks for that comprehensive test!
Two questions please:
1. How does the Goodyear EG2 compare with the F1 Eagle ASYM 5 in that size (235/555R18) ?
which one would you pick for an all around tyre?
2. for that size 235/55R18 it seems that the older Eagle F1 Asym 3 SUV gets better EU rating than the Asym 5 (A vs B in Wet Braking). does that mean that in this specific size it's better to stick with the older Asym 3?
1) See the latest video on www.youtube.com/TyreReviews, the EGP2 will behave a lot like the t005 in that test.
2) No, I would so for the Asym 5.
Thanks for the fast reply.
1. You're link directing to the main channel page. Which particular video shoild I watch?
2. Why? Isn't short braking distance on wet is good anough reason?
I said latest video, which is the most recent one.
There's more to a tyre than wet braking, also if you go through all the tests on the site and the wet braking results in the tests compared to the labels, it's not always as clear as you'd expect.
Thanks a lot. I was referring to efficient grip 2 SUV. Does efficientgrip performance 2 is the same?
okay, watch that video :)
I believe you were referring to this..?
https://www.youtube.com/wat...
Honestly, I'm a bit confused by you're answer :/
1. From my understanding same tire can be great in one size and less better in different size. I've asked How does the Goodyear EG2 compare with the F1 Eagle ASYM 5 in that size (235/555R18). but on that latest video the test ae for tires in totally different size. So how is it possible to compare it to the Turanza T005..?
2. Since you recommend getting the Asym 5 over the Asym 3 SUV although the Wet braking is "worse" in 235/555R18 size, I would still like to know which one would you pick for this size?
The Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 235/555R18 or F1 Eagle ASYM 5 235/555R18?
Many thanks in advance!
If you say SUV, do you automaticcaly mean 4X4 ? If not, why would you recommend a different tyre for let's say a Seat Ateca compared to a Ford Focus Break for example ? To me, this is a bit strange because for an SUV you land on a Michelin Primacy 4 and for a break of hatch you will land on Michelin Pilot Sport 4 for example. Although a front wheel driven SUV has usually les traction on the front wheels compared to lower cars. Wouldn't it make more sence to put the tyre with the most grip on the SUV for that reason ?
Nope! Anything classed as an SUV.
I'm not even sure the PS4 is made in many crossover SUV tyre sizes, but for the type of tyre in this test, "sporty driving" is a lower priority to noise, comfort and rolling resistance, which is why we tested the primacy 4 category of tyre.
The is a PS4 SUV, but that's usually for high performance SUVs
The test vehicle for the SUV tire (tyre) test seems well enough for the smaller SUV vehicles but will the results be similar for larger SUVs?https://uploads.disquscdn.c...
There should be some crossover where the patterns are available in your size, but I'd be surprised if they all were!
I ended up going with Nokian One HT, pretty much a cross between "what the heck" and "a path less traveled." It was a toss up between Michelins, Continentals and Nokians. Not much info from 3rd party reviews on the Nokian but the price was low enough to take a chance.
Be sure to let me know how you get on with them! :)
Hi all, quick question.
What is the difference between Touring tyres vs all-season vs performance vs summer tyres?
Many things :) There's quite a few videos on the youtube channel or articles on the website covering it, it's a little much for a comment. A good start - https://www.youtube.com/wat...
Another interesting test.
Are there any plans in the future to test all season tyres for performance in various temperatures again and/or different levels of wear?
Would be great to see the new CC2, V4S-G3, 4S2, A005 EVO & Quatrac in these
Do you know when the new CC2 is coming to the UK, and is Conti planning an update to the AllSeasonContact?
Temperatures, unlikely, wear, I hope to do next year, though it's difficult to do properly!
The CC2 is officially launched Sept 2nd I believe, and no there is no update for the ASC for this year.
Great test, once more! Since you couldn't get in this test the Continental PC 6, and the Goodyear Asym 5, what about you ask Continental to test in their facilities the PC6, the Eco Contact 6 (eventually, the Eco Contact 5 SUV as well) and the Sport Contact 5 SUV in this size (in a kind of "old vs new premium+UHP test"), and then do the same with Goodyear and ask them to test the Asym 5, the EfficientGrip 2 SUV (eventually, the Asym 3 SUV as well) and the EfficientGrip SUV. Hopefully, they will arrange you similar cars to the ones on this test.
If you can't get all the tyres you want at once, you can always test them separately afterwards in a way tyre manufacturers would prefer!... ;)
I'd certainly like to do such a test, a Swedish magazine did it recently with F1 SS, Asym 5 and EGP2 I believe and the results are interesting, though I've not had the time to go through it and get it on the site yet.
I'm glad you enjoyed the idea. I forgot to mention that if you ever convince Michelin to support you in a test like this, and in this size, you should make an effort to get the Primacy 4, the Primacy 3, the Latitude Sport 3, and (why not?) the CrossClimate 2. Too bad they don't make the PS4 SUV in this popular size. It could just be that they have too much offer in their warehouse.
The EcoContact 6 is a terrible tyre. I had them as OE with my xc40, from new. I found them fidgety in the wet and I had no confidence in them when it came to aquaplaning. As soon as the tread was halfway worn they started wheel spinning when pulling out at junctions or onto a roundabouts in the wet at anything other than a crawl.