Al Volante: All-Season Tire Test R17 2019

The Italian motoring publication Al Volante published an article entitled «All-season tires: the challenge of the seven», in which it announced the results of its comparative tire test. The test involved all-season tires in the size of 225/45 R17, which is more and more frequently used by the drivers as an alternative to dedicated winter tires (or anti-skid tire chains).

In the most diverse weather conditions, the test experts compared the performance of seven all-season tires of various kinds, priced from 54 to 110 Euros per tire. The test car was a front-wheel drive Volkswagen Golf.

Michelin CrossClimate+ - Winner Recommended

80 69

· All Season · 2017 · Passenger - Premium Touring All-Season

Verdict:
The safety is ensured, among other things, by a great handling response. The handling stability and the braking performance are OK, but not the lateral hydroplaning resistance is less than perfect.
Dry Braking Snow Handling

USA+ · Canada · Europe · Russia+ · East Asia · Middle East

Test Score:

90.6
Pirelli Cinturato All Season Plus Recommended

77 32

· All Season · 2017 · Passenger - Premium Touring All-Season

Verdict:
Better in braking than in acceleration. Handling falls short of the leaders. Not really successful in the tests but the steering response is a highlight.
Dry Braking Lateral Aquaplaning Wet Braking Wet Handling

Canada · Europe · Japan

Test Score:

90.5
Goodyear Vector 4Seasons Gen-2

82 56

· All Season · 2015 · Passenger - Premium Touring All-Season

Verdict:
Great traction. On the whole, no issues. The braking distance could be shorter.
Straight Aquaplaning Wet Handling Noise Lateral Aquaplaning

Europe · Russia+ · South Africa

Test Score:

90.2
Continental AllSeasonContact

86 57

· All Season · 2017 · Passenger - Premium Touring All-Season

Verdict:
Great braking performance; slightly delayed when cornering. Generally safe, but not always effective when cornering.
Rolling Resistance Snow Braking Snow Traction Wet Braking Straight Aquaplaning

USA+ · Canada · Europe · Russia+

Test Score:

90.1
Nokian WeatherProof

81 43

· All Season · 2015 · Passenger - Premium Touring All-Season

Verdict:
Great grip even when cornering. High level of safety. The tires efficiently evacuate the water but, when pushed to the limit, get a little bit «temperamental».
Snow Braking Snow Traction Snow Handling Lateral Aquaplaning Wet Handling Noise

Europe · Russia+ · Japan · South Korea · Southeast Asia · Middle East

Test Score:

89.9
Bridgestone Weather Control A005

75 54

· All Season · 2018 · Passenger - Premium Touring All-Season

Verdict:
Good handling. The braking efficiency and acceleration could be better. Great braking performance. The tires efficiently evacuate the water.
Wet Handling Straight Aquaplaning Wet Braking Rolling Resistance Snow Handling

Europe · Russia+

Test Score:

88.9
Fortuna Comfort Max 4S

N/A 2

· Winter · Passenger - Studless Ice & Snow

Verdict:
Poor traction even when cornering: both front and rear wheels are prone to slipping. Weak grip when braking, cornering, and in puddles.
Noise Snow Traction Snow Handling Dry Braking Snow Braking Wet Braking Rolling Resistance Straight Aquaplaning

Test Score:

78.8

Al Volante 2019: All-Season Tire Test

December 16, 2019

Year: 2019
Tire Test Original Link: Visit Website
Max Score, points: 100
Tire Size: 225/45R17
Season: All-Season
Auto Type: Passenger
List Type: Professional Tire Test
Region: Europe
Date added: Sep 03, 2019
Date updated: Sep 24, 2021

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