Moottori: EV Summer Tire Test R19 2025

Moottori’s latest evaluation targets the unique demands of electric vehicles, testing summer tires in size 255/45 R19 for Tesla Model Y/S. The analysis included both replacement tires and three factory-fitted OEM variants (including homologated Tesla "T0"-"T2" coded designs), assessing how EV-specific engineering addresses critical challenges.

Electric vehicles’ substantial weight and instant torque necessitate reinforced construction, enhanced load capacity, and optimized thermal resilience. Moottori examined a curated selection of 2025-market tires—explicitly EV-focused, "EV-ready," and conventional models—measuring their ability to balance efficiency, acoustic refinement, and high-stress durability under electric drivetrain conditions.

Using the Tesla Model Y as the primary test platform, the trial scrutinized performance gaps between specialized EV tires and adapted conventional designs, with implications for range, handling precision, and road-noise management in silent powertrains.

Nokian Hakka Black 3 - Winner Recommended

N/A 26

· Summer · 2023 · Passenger - Premuim Touring Summer

Verdict:
Ranked 1st, this premium tire combines a soft compound for best-in-class wet braking and handling, but its noise-reducing foam underperforms, delivering only average quietness despite the "SilentDrive" branding.
Wet Handling Wet Performance Wet Braking Subj. Comfort Dry Braking Rolling Resistance Cabin Noise

Europe
Continental SportContact 7 Recommended

95 62

· Summer · 2022 · Passenger - Max Performance Summer

Verdict:
Ranked 2nd, this Tesla-specific "T0" tire masterfully balances minimal rolling resistance with precise handling, making it the top-performing OEM-spec tire in the test. Ideal for Tesla Model Y owners seeking efficiency without sacrificing driving dynamics.
Rolling Resistance Cornering Stability Steering Response Driving Safety Dry Handling

USA+ · Mexico · Europe · Russia+ · East Asia · Southeast Asia · Middle East
Kumho Ecsta PS71 EV

N/A 25

· Summer · 2023 · Passenger - Ultra High Performance Summer

Verdict:
Ranked 3rd, this budget tire delivers best-in-class dry braking and balanced performance for its price, but suffers from intrusive noise levels across speeds, making it ill-suited for quiet EVs.
Dry Traction Dry Performance Dry Braking Cabin Noise Noise

Europe · Russia+ · Oceania
Semperit Speed-Life 3

71 45

· Summer · 2019 · Passenger - High Performance Summer

Verdict:
Ranked 3rd as a budget surprise, it delivers class-leading wet safety and exceptional comfort on rough roads but lags in dry grip and energy efficiency.
Ride Quality Wet Handling Wet Performance Comfort Wet Braking Subj. Comfort Rolling Resistance Dry Performance Dry Traction

Europe · Russia+
Michelin Pilot Sport EV

85 42

· Summer · 2021 · Passenger - Premuim Touring Summer

Verdict:
Ranked 5th, this premium mass-market tire excels in dry handling and braking due to its rigid compound, but sacrifices wet performance and comfort for potential longevity (unverified in tests).
Steering Response Dry Handling Cornering Stability Dry Braking Comfort Wet Braking Wet Performance Subj. Comfort

North America · Europe · Russia+ · Japan · China · Africa · Oceania
Pirelli P Zero PZ4

81 63

· Summer · 2016 · Passenger - Max Performance Summer

Verdict:
Engineered to Tesla’s "T0" specification, this base-tier tire prioritizes energy efficiency and noise reduction at the expense of driving dynamics. While delivering low rolling resistance and refined cabin quietness, its compromised rubber compound dulls handling precision and wet/dry grip.
Rolling Resistance Cabin Noise Noise Subj. Wet Handling Wet Handling Subj. Dry Handling Steering Response Dry Handling

North America · Central & South America · Europe · Russia+ · East Asia · Southeast Asia · Middle East · Oceania
Tracmax X-Privilo TX3

N/A 0

· Summer · 2020 · Passenger - Premuim Touring Summer

Verdict:
Ranked 7th, this budget Chinese tire delivers best-in-class aquaplaning resistance due to deep tread grooves, but suffers from dangerously weak dry/wet grip and high rolling resistance, limiting its suitability for EVs despite the low cost.
Lateral Aquaplaning Straight Aquaplaning Rolling Resistance Dry Traction Wet Traction Driving Safety Wet Braking Dry Braking

Europe
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 EV K127E

N/A 18

· Summer · 2020 · Passenger - Ultra High Performance Summer

Verdict:
Designed as Tesla's base "T2" specification tire, it prioritizes battery efficiency through ultra-low rolling resistance but severely compromises wet safety. The hard rubber compound—optimized for range and cost-cutting—results in dangerously poor wet grip, relegating it to last place (8th) among competitors.
Rolling Resistance Wet Braking Wet Traction Driving Safety Wet Performance

USA+ · Europe · Russia+