The Dunlop Blue Response TG wins the test outright by delivering top-tier performance across nearly every dynamic category. It sets the benchmark with the shortest braking distances on wet and dry surfaces, the highest lateral grip in the wet, and the fastest lap times in both handling disciplines. Test drivers praise its precision, responsive steering, stable lane-change behavior, and wide, predictable limit range. The trade-off is significant: the highest rolling resistance and energy consumption in the test, which directly impacts range on electric vehicles.

The Vredestein Ultrac+ finishes second overall, driven by class-leading wet performance. It delivers the shortest wet braking distance in the test, strong wet handling, and solid aquaplaning resistance. On dry roads, however, the tire falls short: cornering behavior is safe but lacks precision, with sluggish initial turn-in and vague steering feedback. A faint slip-angle noise is audible during cornering. Rolling resistance and energy consumption are on the higher side, impacting efficiency.

The Michelin Primacy 5 delivers balanced and predictable behavior on both wet and dry surfaces, with good aquaplaning protection and enough cornering reserve to remain controllable at the limit. On dry roads, however, braking distances are longer than average, and the tire felt somewhat unstable during fast lane-change maneuvers. Ride comfort is a weak point due to low self-damping, making it feel firm over bumps. It is the most expensive tire in the test and offers no standout performance in any single area.

The Falken e.Ziex is purpose-built for electric vehicles, prioritizing low rolling resistance and quiet running. It delivers the quietest cabin experience at low speeds and a comfortable ride quality. On dry roads, it behaves in a safe, understeer-biased manner with good cornering reserves. The main weakness is wet-road safety: braking distances are extended, and the tire exhibits unstable, lift-off-sensitive behavior in wet corners. Rolling resistance and efficiency are strong, making it the top recommendation for EV owners focused on range.

The Firestone Roadhawk 2 Enliten performs well on wet surfaces, with strong results in wet handling, aquaplaning resistance, and the best lateral aquaplaning score in the test. Dry road behavior offers good cornering stability. Steering response is somewhat delayed, and test drivers noted minor comfort shortcomings. Its biggest drawback is efficiency: rolling resistance is among the highest in the group, leading to high energy consumption and reduced range. It is one of the cheapest tires in the test.

The Continental EcoContact 6 is the undisputed efficiency leader, recording the lowest rolling resistance in the test and delivering the longest range on the electric test car. It handles securely on dry roads with stable cornering and the highest score for precise steering response, while interior noise is very quiet. The cost of this efficiency focus is severe: wet braking distances are the longest in the test, wet lateral grip is the weakest, and wet handling times are the slowest, with a substantial 6.4-meter braking disadvantage on wet surfaces compared to the class leader. Its EU label reflects this trade-off with an A for rolling resistance but only B for wet grip—the only tire in the group not rated A for wet grip.

The Cooper Summer delivers secure, precise wet-road handling with very good aquaplaning protection, earning praise for its controllability in the rain. Its critical weakness is dry braking, where it records the longest stopping distance in the test—a borderline result that undermines confidence. A faint rolling noise is audible in corners, and the tire sits among the cheaper options, offering reasonable value for wet-focused drivers willing to accept compromised dry stopping power.

The Giti Synergy H2 carries an ambitious A/A/A EU label—the best possible ratings for rolling resistance, wet grip, and noise—but test results do not support these claims. Wet braking is the worst in the field, and wet grip scores are consistently near the bottom. On dry roads, it is sluggish and imprecise yet remains safe and manageable with reasonably comfortable ride quality. Rolling resistance lab results place it second, decent but not class-leading. The gap between label claims and actual performance reflects overly optimistic self-labeling rather than fundamental engineering failure.