AutoBild Allrad 2023: Summer Tire Test R17 2023

During new test of CUV tires, which was conducted in size 225/65R17, the experts of the German magazine AutoBild Allrad measured the tires’ traction on four types of surfaces: grass, sand, gravel, and dirt, because it is the grip headroom that ultimately determines how likely you are to get stuck off-road terrain during country rides.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV - Winner Recommended

88 44

· Summer · 2019 · Light Truck / SUV - Street/Sport Truck Summer

Verdict:
Test winner with best wet and dry handling, excellent hydroplaning resistance, precise handling, good off-road performance, high ride comfort.
Lateral Hydroplaning Straight Hydroplaning Lateral Stability Comfort Dirt Traction Dry Handling Wet Braking Wet Handling Gravel Traction

North America · Central & South America · Europe · Russia+ · East Asia · Southeast Asia · Middle East · Africa · Oceania

Test Score:

1.2
Bridgestone Turanza 6 Recommended

80 56

· Summer · 2023 · Passenger - Premuim Touring Summer

Verdict:
New tire with well balanced performance, excellent wet and dry performance, good off-road performance, good aquaplaning performance, lowest rolling resistance.
Lateral Hydroplaning Lateral Stability Comfort Dry Handling Rolling Resistance Sand Traction Wet Braking Wet Handling Gravel Traction

USA+ · Canada · Europe

Test Score:

1.3
Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun Recommended

77 41

· Summer · 2017 · Passenger - High Performance Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Tires with good off-road performance, balanced off-road handling, good aquaplaning, safe handling on dry pavement, short braking distances on wet pavement.
Negative: Lateral stability on wet roads.
Lateral Hydroplaning Straight Hydroplaning Gravel Handling Sand Traction Wet Braking Gravel Traction Lateral Stability

Europe · Russia+ · South Africa

Test Score:

1.4
Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV Recommended

91 54

· Summer · 2021 · Light Truck / SUV - Highway Rib Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Premium model with well balanced driving characteristics, good aquaplaning performance, short braking distances on wet pavement, good off-road performance and ride comfort.
Negative: High price.
Lateral Hydroplaning Straight Hydroplaning Noise Wet Braking Price

Europe · Russia+ · Japan · China · Southeast Asia · Middle East · South Africa

Test Score:

1.4
Hankook Ventus Prime 4 K135 Recommended

79 50

· Summer · 2022 · Passenger - Premuim Touring Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Good off-road performance, balanced wet and dry handling, ‘sporty behaviour’, short wet braking distances, rolling resistance.
Negative: Insufficient resistance to hydroplaning.
Gravel Handling Sand Traction Wet Braking Rolling Resistance Hydroplaning

Central & South America · Europe · Russia+ · Japan · Middle East · Africa

Test Score:

1.5
Pirelli Cinturato P7

68 59

· Summer · 2004 · Passenger - High Performance Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Sporty, dynamic handling and short braking distances on wet and dry roads, good aquaplaning, off-road handling.
Negative: Insufficient traction on mud and gravel.
Lateral Stability Lateral Hydroplaning Dry Handling Gravel Handling Dirt Traction Noise Gravel Traction

North America · Central & South America · Europe · Russia+ · East Asia · Southeast Asia · Middle East · Africa · Oceania

Test Score:

2.2
Uniroyal RainExpert 5

N/A 27

· Summer · 2022 · Passenger - Premuim Touring Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Excellent dirt road traction, hydroplaning resistance, balanced wet performance, low rolling resistance, reasonable price.
Negative: Insufficient grip on dry pavement.
Lateral Hydroplaning Straight Hydroplaning Dirt Traction Rolling Resistance Grass Traction Dry Braking Dry Handling

Europe

Test Score:

2.2
Toyo Proxes Comfort

72 42

· Summer · 2020 · Passenger - Ultra High Performance Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Balanced, safe handling on wet and dry surfaces, short braking distances on dry pavement, low rolling resistance, low price.
Negative: Insufficient hydroplaning resistance and traction on dirt roads.
Rolling Resistance Dry Handling Lateral Stability Grass Traction Sand Traction Gravel Handling Dirt Traction

Europe · Russia+

Test Score:

2.3
General Grabber GT Plus

N/A 25

· Summer · 2020 · Light Truck / SUV - Highway Rib Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Balanced, safe handling on wet and dry surfaces, short braking distances on dry pavement, low rolling resistance, low price.
Negative: Insufficient hydroplaning resistance and traction on dirt roads.
Sand Traction Rolling Resistance Lateral Hydroplaning Comfort Dry Handling Dry Braking Wet Handling

Central & South America · Europe

Test Score:

3.3
Nexen N Fera Sport SUV

74 27

· Summer · 2020 · Light Truck / SUV - Street/Sport Truck Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Short braking distances on wet and dry roads, good grip on sand and grass, low price.
Negative: Long steering response with significant understeer on wet and dry roads.
Sand Traction Dry Braking Wet Braking Gravel Traction Price Gravel Handling Wet Handling

Europe · Russia+

Test Score:

3.3
Cooper Zeon 4XS Sport

73 21

· Summer · 2015 · Light Truck / SUV - Highway Rib Summer

Verdict:
Positive: Dry handling, good grip on gravel, low rolling resistance.
Negative: Insufficient wet grip, long wet braking distance, low aquaplaning resistance.
Gravel Traction Dry Handling Lateral Hydroplaning Straight Hydroplaning Comfort Dirt Traction Sand Traction Dry Braking Noise Wet Braking Wet Handling

Europe · Russia+ · Middle East · South Africa

Test Score:

4.3

AutoBild Allrad 2023: Crossover Summer Tire Test R17

April 13, 2023

Year: 2023
Tire Test Original Link: Visit Website
Tire Size: 225/65R17
Season: Summer
Auto Type: Light Truck / SUV / 4*4
List Type: Professional Tire Test
Region: Europe
Date added: Apr 18, 2023
Date updated: Apr 23, 2023
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