Outstanding performance on all kinds of surfaces. The winner of the test.

Pros: Predictable behavior and great handling response in the wet, high hydroplaning resistance, short braking distance on dry pavement, great riding comfort, low cabin noise. Cons: Slightly reduced maneuverability and dry handling response (in comparison to the best models in respective test disciplines), minor limitations in dry traction, increased rolling resistance.

The shortest stopping distance in the dry. High resistance to straight hydroplaning.Lateral Aquaplaning

Pros: prominently strong grip both on wet and dry pavements, high hydroplaning resistance, the shortest dry stopping distance on test. Cons: No prominent limitations detected, for the sole exception of the increased rolling resistance.

Excellent handling and crisp steering response on dry pavement.

Pros: An extremely well-balanced summer model with virtually no limitations in either safety level or driving dynamics. Its predictable behavior and crisp steering response totally match the requirements posed by the sports BMW, used as the test car. Cons: The hydroplaning resistance is not as high as that ensured by the tires scoring higher positions in the tournament bracket; increased rolling resistance and external noise.

Premium sports tires with strong sides on dry pavement.

Pros: Smooth ride and low noise; very good stability and very strong grip during dry cornering. This model also ensures good traction on wet pavement, albeit at lower speeds. Cons: Low hydroplaning point, narrow oversteer area, relatively weak steering response, increased rolling resistance.

Relatively inexpensive tires that deliver a surprisingly good performance.

Pros: Modest, yet still well-balanced performance both in the wet and in the dry. Cons: Slightly compromised braking performance as compared to the best tires on test; increased rolling resistance.

Comfortable tires with a high fuel saving potential.

Pros: Confidence-inspiring behavior on wet pavement, crisp handling response in the dry, the lowest rolling resistance on test, outstanding fuel efficiency, low cabin noise, smooth ride. Cons: Relatively weak braking performance on wet pavement, the highest external noise on test.

Medium segment tires with insufficient grip on wet pavement.

Pros: Short braking distance on dry pavement, low rolling resistance.

Cons: Lack of steering precision on wet pavement, weak straight and lateral hydroplaning resistance, high external noise, low riding comfort.

Inexpensive tires with average performance, yet without any prominent drawbacks.

Pros: Short braking distance on dry pavement, well-balanced performance. Cons: Weak traction and lateral stability on wet pavement, average hydroplaning resistance, weak stability during high-speed cornering.

Very quiet and comfortable tires with limited wet performance.

Pros: Very short braking distance on dry pavement, the most comfortable ride and the lowest cabin noise on test. Cons: Very weak traction in the wet, poor hydroplaning resistance, increased rolling resistance.

Tires that, in spite of their sporty feel, fall short of their rivals.

Pros: High hydroplaning resistance, both straight and lateral; crisp steering response and great handling capabilities on dry pavement. Cons: High level of external noise, high rolling resistance, delayed steering response in the dry, weak braking efficiency, weak handling and lateral stability on wet pavement.

Tires, whose braking performance on wet pavement raises questions.

Pros: Confident behavior and consistent handling on dry pavement, low external noise. Cons: Extremely poor traction on wet surface, which ultimately led to the lowest position in the tournament bracket of this test by Auto Motor und Sport