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Continental PremiumContact 7
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
NETZWELT'26#1TYREREVIEWS'26#1MOTOR'26#1
9.8
Price from£124
Expert summary
Continental did it again with the PremiumContact 7. It’s an incredibly well balanced tire with just the right wet and dry grip and above average mileage. Since it’s launch in 2023 it got nothing but the best results in the tests, the only downside being it’s premium price.
Recommended
#4
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#4 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Subjective noise
100%
Wet side guide
100%
Wet safety
100%
+18
Exterior noise
41%
Fuel efficiency
33%
Cost per warranted mile
13%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£124
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£124
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£150
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Dunlop Blue Response TG
DunlopPremium
Blue Response TG
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#1
9.8
Price from£138
Expert summary
The Dunlop Blue Response TG is a new summer touring tyre from Dunlop, designed as the successor to the long-running Dunlop Sport BluResponse. Positioned in the mid-range segment, it targets drivers looking for a balanced combination of wet and dry performance with good fuel efficiency. The tyre made an impressive debut by winning the AMS 2026 summer tyre test in the 195/55 R16 size. In the AMS test, the Blue Response TG achieved outstanding scores across the board: 9.7/10 for dry performance and an exceptional 9.9/10 for wet performance, demonstrating Dunlop's focus on safety in all conditions. The tyre also scored well for environmental characteristics with a 7.2/10 rating, reflecting improvements in rolling resistance and noise levels compared to its predecessor. Currently available in 195/55 R16 and 205/55 R16 sizes with a V speed rating (up to 240 km/h), the Blue Response TG is expected to expand its size range as production ramps up. The TG designation signals a new generation in Dunlop's touring-focused Blue Response lineup.
Recommended
#3
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#3 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Wet braking
100%
Wet side guide
100%
Wet handling - objective
100%
+8
Dry steering response
86%
Comfort
86%
Rolling resistance
14%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V £138
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£138
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Continental UltraContact NXT
ContinentalPremium
UltraContact NXT
AVD'26#2AUTOZURNAL'26#2MOTOR'25#1
9.6
Price from£154
Expert summary
The UltraContact NXT is Continental's newest summer model, launched in 2024 with no predecessor — and it's already won both tests it entered. Wet performance is the standout, with short braking distances and confident handling on wet asphalt. Dry is precise too, though the dry braking slightly trails its wet capabilities. Comfort and noise levels are high, which makes it very pleasant for everyday use. Only 23 sizes are available so far, so check if yours is covered before getting too excited.
Recommended
#6
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#6 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Dry lane changing
100%
Wet braking
96%
Dry handling - objective
95%
+12
Aquaplaning - longitudal
56%
Interior noise
56%
Aquaplaning - cross
45%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 W
A A 69dB
£154
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£154
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£168
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Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
GoodyearPremium
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
AUTOZEITUNG'26#2AUTOBILD'26#2SPORTAUTO'26#2
9.4
Price from£133
Expert summary
The Asymmetric 6 is the latest addition in the Eagle F1 range, offering great compromise between every day comfort and sporty driving. While it has dynamic steering response, it’s also very good on wet and has a low rolling resistance. Definitely recommended!
Recommended
#9
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#9 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Dry steering response
100%
Mileage
100%
Wet side guide
100%
+21
Sand traction
51%
Mud traction
50%
Interior noise
23%
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Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 101 V
A A 69dB
£148
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£148
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£170
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235/50 R18 101 Y XL
A B 70dB
£133
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£133
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£151
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Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
PirelliPremium
Cinturato (C3)
TYREREVIEWS'26#1AVD'26#1MOTOR'26#1
9.4
Price from£147
Expert summary
When safety meets sportiness, you get the Pirelli Cinturato C3. It posted the best dry braking distance in test and backs it up with excellent wet grip and handling. Low rolling resistance adds efficiency to the mix, though noise levels and aquaplaning in standing water are only average.
Recommended
#8
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#8 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Dry braking
92%
Dry handling - objective
90%
Wet braking
90%
+11
Subjective noise
22%
Exterior noise
12%
Fuel efficiency
0%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y XL
A B 71dB
£147
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£147
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£162
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Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
BridgestonePremium
Potenza Sport Evo
SPORTAUTO'26#1TYREREVIEWS'26#2SPORTSCARS'26#2
9.3
Price from£147
Expert summary
The Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo is the successor to the multi-award-winning Potenza Sport, featuring ENLITEN Technology for enhanced performance. It delivers 5% shorter wet braking, 2% shorter dry braking, and 15% greater mileage compared to its predecessor, while achieving EU label A-grade wet grip.
Recommended
#12
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#12 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Handling on gravel
100%
Wet circle cornering
96%
Dry lane changing
95%
+14
Sand traction
38%
Exterior noise
35%
Cost per warranted mile
11%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£147
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£147
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£161
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7
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
MichelinPremium
Pilot Sport 4 SUV
AUTOBILD'26#5VIBILAGARE'25#1AUTOBILD'25#5
9.3
Price from£201
Expert summary
While the Michelin PS4 SUV was introduced back in 2019, it still offers a top-notch performance for the SUVs which is difficult for it's competitors to match.
Recommended
#11
2026
theTyre Lab.comRecommended#11 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Dry lane changing
100%
Aquaplaning - cross
97%
Gravel traction
94%
+15
Dry handling - objective
56%
Exterior noise
55%
Fuel efficiency
33%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V runflat £201
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£201
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8
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
PirelliPremium
P ZERO PZ4
AUTOBILD'25#3AUTOZEITUNG'25#5AUTOBILD'25#20
8.9
Expert summary
The P Zero range is with us for a long time, also being a favorite choice for car manufacturers as first equipment. It’s a good, well balanced and enjoyable tyre. It tends to get quite a few mid-life updates so make sure you get the latest one.
Performance
Wet handling - objective
97%
Wet circle cornering
95%
Wet handling
89%
+12
Rolling resistance
37%
Mileage
37%
Price/value
0%
View full review
9
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
MichelinPremium
Pilot Sport 5
TOPTIREREVIEW'26#1AUTOVIEW'26#2TYREREVIEWS'26#2
8.8
Price from£173
Expert summary
The Pilot Sport range from Michelin is now almost legendary, with the Cup variants being the fastest road legal tyres available. But the ‚ordinary‘ Pilot Sport 5 not as spory as it’s name suggest - it’s incredibly well balanced, with the priority being low rolling resistance and high mileage over sporty handling. It’s still a Michelin tire, so higher price is to be expected.
Performance
Wear
100%
Mileage
97%
Dry steering response
88%
+15
Dry handling - objective
50%
Cost per warranted mile
37%
Exterior noise
33%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£173
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£173
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£174
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10
Bridgestone Turanza T005
BridgestonePremium
Turanza T005
MOTOR'25#4SPORTAUTO'24#3AUTOKLUBCR'23#3
8.8
Price from£145
Expert summary
The Turanza T005 was introduced in 2018, but still stands as a great tyre, offered in incredible 350 different sizes. It’s universal also in it’s properties - it’s a balanced mix of wet and dry performance with above-average rolling resistance.
Performance
Rolling resistance
95%
Dry driving behavior
84%
Wet handling - objective
83%
+21
Price/value
29%
Exterior noise
25%
Grass traction
11%
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Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 101 H
A A 71dB
£145
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£145
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£149
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Kumho Ecsta PS71
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta PS71
AUTOBILD'25#4AUTOBILD'25#6ADAC'25#13
8.6
Price from£109
Expert summary
The Kumho Ecsta PS71 has been around for a while and keeps showing up well in tests. Strong aquaplaning resistance, short braking distances, and balanced handling across conditions make it a dependable choice. Comfort and noise are where it compromises.
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
91%
Sand traction
90%
Aquaplaning - cross
87%
+17
Dry driving behavior
28%
Exterior noise
27%
Interior noise
23%
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Price variants (3)
235/50 R18 97 V
B D 71dB
£115
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£115
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235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£109
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£109
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£120
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235/50 R18 101 Y £153
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£153
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12
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
BridgestonePremium
Potenza Sport
TOPTIREREVIEW'26#6REIFENTESTER'25#1AUTOBILD'25#1
8.5
Price from£133
Expert summary
We really like the new Potenza Sport, as it’s more sporty and dynamic than the usual tyre in this category, but still perfectly usable and safe for everyday driving, which makes it unique. It’s rolling resistance, mileage and overall comfort are also on a good level, except for a slighty higher noise.
Performance
Mud traction
100%
Handling on gravel
100%
Wet safety
100%
+20
Exterior noise
30%
Rolling resistance
21%
Wear
0%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£133
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£133
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£156
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13
Firestone Roadhawk 2
FirestoneUpper-middle
Roadhawk 2
AUTOEXPRESS'26#3NETZWELT'26#3ADAC'26#4
8.3
Price from£115
Expert summary
Firestone, the affordable brand belonging to the Bridgestone group, has a fresh addition to their lineup - the Roadhawk 2. And it seems like it’s set off for success - it offers the Bridgestone’s ENLITEN technology, which makes the rolling resistance and mileage exceptional for a budget tyre and it combines it with safe behavior on wet and dry.
Performance
Interior noise
100%
Wet side guide
86%
Aquaplaning - cross
79%
+14
Dry steering response
23%
Exterior noise
10%
Mileage
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y XL Enliten / EV
A B 71dB
£115
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£115
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£155
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Maxxis Victra Sport 5
MaxxisBudget
Victra Sport 5
REIFENTESTER'25#4AUTOBILD'25#10AUTOBILD'25#12
8.1
Price from£110
Expert summary
A budget tyre with real wet grip — that's rare. The Maxxis Victra Sport 5 handles wet roads confidently, brakes well, and stays quiet. The delayed steering response takes getting used to, but at this price point, the overall safety package is hard to argue with.
Performance
Mud traction
100%
Handling on gravel
95%
Wet side guide
92%
+20
Rolling resistance
44%
Sand traction
33%
Fuel efficiency
20%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 Y £110
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£110
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15
Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127
HankookPremium
Ventus S1 evo3 K127
REIFENTESTER'25#4AUTOZEITUNG'24#3AUTOBILD'23#1
8.1
Price from£122
Expert summary
Hankook Ventus tyres are designed to offer a very sporty experience for affordable price, which is also the case for evo3. It’s also safe on wet and got short braking distances, the only drawback being lower mileage.
Performance
Fuel efficiency
87%
Wet safety
75%
Wet braking
75%
+17
Aquaplaning - cross
24%
Dry handling - objective
11%
Dry steering response
11%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£122
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mytyres.co.uk
£122
In stock · Free shipping
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£133
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16
Falken Azenis FK520
FalkenUpper-middle
Azenis FK520
SPORTAUTO'26#3ACE'26#4AUTOBILD'26#8
8.0
Price from£110
Expert summary
One of the cheaper tyres that can be recommended as it hasn't failed a single test and is often rated as a economical choice. It's surprisingly quiet, so if you are looking for a good and comfortable tyre, Azenis FK520 could be a tyre for you.
Performance
Price/value
95%
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Exterior noise
84%
+19
Gravel traction
35%
Wet handling
32%
Interior noise
17%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 Y £110
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£110
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17
Falken ZIEX ZE320
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE320
AUTOEXPRESS'26#1REIFENTESTER'26#2VIBILAGARE'26#4
7.8
Price from£110
Expert summary
The ZE320 is Falken's follow-up to the ZE310, and in some areas it's a clear step forward — dry handling is strong, and it's one of the quietest tyres in its class. Tyre Reviews even rated it highly recommended with top marks in wet handling. That said, wet braking is a real weak spot, especially in cooler conditions, and cross aquaplaning protection is poor. Higher rolling resistance and limited mileage are familiar problems carried over from the predecessor. Available in only 52 sizes, it's still a decent pick if you prioritize a quiet, composed ride and don't push hard in the wet.
Performance
Exterior noise
92%
Dry braking
90%
Wet handling
89%
+11
Fuel efficiency
33%
Price/value
25%
Mileage
15%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 W £110
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£110
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18
Toyo Proxes Comfort
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Comfort
AVD'26#7AUTOBILD'25#8AUTOBILD'25#11
7.8
Price from£114
Expert summary
A quiet, comfortable all-rounder at a competitive price. The Proxes Comfort delivers solid dry braking and balanced handling across conditions. It won't excel in aquaplaning or mileage, but it covers the basics well and keeps the cabin quiet.
Performance
Exterior noise
79%
Dry braking
78%
Wet side guide
71%
+18
Handling on gravel
22%
Dry steering response
10%
Dry lane changing
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 W mfs XL£114
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£114
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19
Michelin Primacy 4+
MichelinPremium
Primacy 4+
AUTOBILD'25#4TYREREVIEWS'25#5AUTOBILD'24#1
7.8
Expert summary
Built for comfort and longevity. The Primacy 4+ delivers outstanding mileage, low noise, and a smooth ride — all backed by short braking distances. Aquaplaning reserves and wet grip are modest, but if you value a quiet, comfortable ride with low running costs, this is the Michelin to get.
Performance
Mileage
89%
Comfort
81%
Rolling resistance
78%
+15
Wet side guide
14%
Price/value
0%
Safety
0%
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Linglong Sport Master
LinglongBudget
Sport Master
AUTOBILD'26#1SPORTAUTO'26#6ACE'26#8
7.7
Expert summary

Linglong Sport Master: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 77/100; Recorded test appearances: 8; Listed sizes: 80.

Performance
Exterior noise
91%
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Wet braking
74%
+11
Dry handling
17%
Mileage
17%
Dry steering response
0%
View full review
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Continental EcoContact 6
ContinentalPremium
EcoContact 6
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#6AUTOZEITUNG'22#7ADAC'22#8
7.7
Price from£117
Performance
Dry steering response
100%
Rolling resistance
100%
Fuel efficiency
100%
+16
Aquaplaning - longitudal
11%
Aquaplaning - cross
8%
Wet handling - objective
0%
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Price variants (5)
235/50 R18 97 V
A B 71dB
£132
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£132
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£137
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235/50 R18 97 V mfs£117
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£117
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235/50 R18 97 Y £148
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£148
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235/50 R18 97 Y MGT
B A 71dB
£132
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£132
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£159
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Bridgestone Turanza 6
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
TYREREVIEWS'26#4VIBILAGARE'26#5REIFENTESTER'26#5
7.6
Price from£125
Expert summary
The Turanza 6 is quite a new addition to Bridgestone’s lineup, being introduced in 2023. Featuring the new ENLITEN technology, it should be lighter and have positive effect on fuel efficiency. In the tests, the efficiency is confirmed alongside with higher mileage. That being said, it somehow lacks the performance of other premium tyres, so we would recommend it only when the price is lower.
Performance
Gravel traction
93%
Interior noise
92%
Rolling resistance
90%
+22
Price/value
26%
Grass traction
26%
Safety
13%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V
A B 69dB
£125
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£125
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£133
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Hankook Ventus Evo
HankookPremium
Ventus Evo
AUTOBILD'26#1AUTOBILD'26#1AUTOBILD'26#2
7.6
Price from£131
Expert summary
Hankook tyres are getting better with every new generation and the Ventus Evo is the latest evolution. It aims for the stars with excellent dry and wet handling, best-in-test wet braking and top aquaplaning speed, while producing very low exterior noise. The only notable weakness is higher rolling resistance. Still, it is a premium tyre for slightly less than a premium price.
Performance
Grass traction
100%
Gravel traction
100%
Cost per warranted mile
100%
+15
Price/value
50%
Sand traction
25%
Dry circle speed
0%
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Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 101 H
A A 69dB
£131
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£131
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Hankook Ventus Prime 4
HankookPremium
Ventus Prime 4
MOTOR'26#4AVD'26#8ADAC'26#11
7.6
Price from£174
Expert summary
Ventus Prime 4 Is our favorite every day tyre, as it offers premium safety at an affordable price. Short braking distances, good handling, but slightly worse at aquaplaning and comfort.
Performance
Sand traction
91%
Handling on gravel
91%
Price/value
90%
+15
Aquaplaning - cross
39%
Interior noise
37%
Mud traction
36%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 41 IKAIO mfs XL
A A 69dB
£174
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£174
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Cooper Summer
CooperUpper-middle
Summer
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#7
7.6
Price from£113
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
100%
Wet side guide
86%
Wet handling
86%
+8
Rolling resistance
43%
Exterior noise
14%
Dry braking
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V
B C 71dB
£113
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£113
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Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta Sport (PS72)
MOTOR'26#4TYREREVIEWS'26#4AUTOVIEW'26#4
7.5
Price from£95
Expert summary
A solid all-rounder at a fair price. The Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72 blends dry and wet grip with sporty, predictable steering and offers no dramatic weaknesses. Aquaplaning resistance and comfort are its weaker spots, but you're getting upper-middle performance for less than you'd expect.
Performance
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Dry lane changing
89%
Gravel traction
88%
+15
Aquaplaning - longitudal
44%
Dry handling
40%
Aquaplaning - cross
26%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£116
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mytyres.co.uk
£116
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£119
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235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£95
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£95
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Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta PS71 SUV
AUTOBILD'25#6
7.5
Price from£104
Expert summary
You're out of extra usage · resets 6am (Europe/Berlin)
Performance
Sand traction
100%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
86%
Aquaplaning - cross
86%
+8
Rolling resistance
29%
Comfort
14%
Grass traction
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 W
A C 71dB
£104
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mytyres.co.uk
£104
In stock · Free shipping
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£114
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Nexen N Fera Primus
NexenBudget
N Fera Primus
MOTOR'26#6AUTOBILD'24#11ADAC'24#11
7.4
Price from£102
Expert summary
A very cheap tyre made in Europe with sufficient grip, but very short life. Not sporty. Good for people that don't drive just occasionally.
Performance
Interior noise
67%
Wet braking
67%
Wet circle cornering
66%
+8
Exterior noise
31%
Mileage
20%
Cost per warranted mile
5%
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Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 97 V 4PR£102
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£102
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30
Michelin Primacy 5
MichelinPremium
Primacy 5
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#3TYREREVIEWS'26#3REIFENTESTER'26#4
7.3
Price from£151
Expert summary
The previous model was already a good, economy-focused model and the Primacy 5 is expected to take it even further with 18% better mileage. But Michelin said also the wet performance is improved, which is something we are looking forward to see in the tests.
Performance
Rolling resistance
88%
Mileage
86%
Dry steering response
86%
+13
Dry braking
35%
Wet side guide
29%
Wet circle cornering
25%
View full review
Price variants (3)
235/50 R18 97 V
A B 70dB
£154
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£154
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£161
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 97 W
A B 70dB
£151
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£151
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£156
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y
A B 70dB
£159
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£159
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£166
In stock · Free shipping
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32
Uniroyal RainSport 5
UniroyalUpper-middle
RainSport 5
NETZWELT'26#4AUTOBILD'26#24AUTOBILD'25#23
6.9
Price from£118
Expert summary

Uniroyal RainSport 5: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 69/100; Recorded test appearances: 12; Listed sizes: 102.

Performance
Wet handling - objective
100%
Aquaplaning - cross
95%
Interior noise
93%
+16
Dry handling
23%
Dry driving behavior
14%
Safety
14%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 97 V £131
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£131
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y £118
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£118
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£135
In stock · Free shipping
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34
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
MOTOR'25#5VIBILAGARE'24#4AUTOZEITUNG'24#6
6.9
Price from£164
Expert summary
Being usually one of the cheaper tyres in the test, the japanese Falken still delivers very safe characteristics for everyday driving. It suffers a bit in the efficiency department, with higher rolling resistance and limited mileage.
Performance
Dry driving behavior
93%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
85%
Aquaplaning - cross
80%
+22
Wet safety
29%
Rolling resistance
28%
Interior noise
25%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 101 W £164
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£164
In stock · Free shipping
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35
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Sport 2
TOPTIREREVIEW'26#5AUTOBILD'26#7AUTOBILD'26#16
6.7
Price from£126
Expert summary

Toyo Proxes Sport 2: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 67/100; Recorded test appearances: 8; Listed sizes: 113.

Performance
Comfort
81%
Exterior noise
71%
Mud traction
70%
+14
Cost per warranted mile
11%
Price/value
11%
Dry handling - objective
0%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 £126
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£126
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y R19 1£126
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£126
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£145
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36
BF Goodrich Advantage 2
BFUpper-middle
Goodrich Advantage 2
AUTOZEITUNG'26#5AVD'26#11AUTOBILD'26#27
6.7
Price from£113
Expert summary
The BFGoodrich Advantage 2 is a well-rounded summer touring tire that benefits from Michelin group technology and a completely redesigned tread pattern. It improves on its predecessor with 5% better longevity and 1.6 meters shorter wet braking distances while maintaining consistent performance across all disciplines. Available in an exceptionally wide 288-size range spanning 16 to 21 inches, it covers nearly every modern passenger car and SUV fitment.
Performance
Comfort
100%
Dry braking
93%
Aquaplaning - cross
86%
+6
Dry handling
29%
Wet handling - objective
14%
Wet handling
14%
View full review
Price variants (6)
235/50 R18 97 V 0£137
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£137
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 97 V 0£119
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£119
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 V 0£145
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£145
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 W 0£142
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£142
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y 0£115
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£115
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y 0£113
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mytyres.co.uk
£113
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37
Michelin e.Primacy
MichelinPremium
e.Primacy
TOPTIREREVIEW'26#2MOTOR'25#3AUTOMOTORSPORT'25#4
6.7
Expert summary
100 out of 100 in rolling resistance, mileage, and EV suitability — the e.Primacy is in a class of its own when it comes to efficiency. It's also one of the quietest tyres you can buy. Just know that braking and wet cornering are average at best. A tyre for maximising range, not fun.
Performance
Rough-road noise
100%
Fuel efficiency
100%
Exterior noise
87%
+11
Aquaplaning - longitudal
38%
Wet circle cornering
28%
Aquaplaning - cross
18%
View full review
38
Sava Intensa UHP 2
SavaBudget
Intensa UHP 2
AUTOBILD'26#19AUTOBILD'26#20AUTOBILD'25#33
6.5
Price from£103
Performance
Wet handling - objective
100%
Dry handling - objective
100%
Price/value
92%
+13
Dry braking
51%
Wet handling
42%
Wet braking
27%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A C 72dB
£103
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£103
In stock · Free shipping
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39
Fulda SportControl 2
FuldaBudget
SportControl 2
AUTOBILD'26#21AUTOBILD'25#31ADAC'24#7
6.4
Price from£106
Expert summary
The SportControl 2 is a safe tire, but the lower price comes with below average mileage.
Performance
Wet handling - objective
100%
Aquaplaning - cross
79%
Rolling resistance
77%
+10
Aquaplaning - longitudal
47%
Wet braking
38%
Wet side guide
33%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A B 71dB
£106
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mytyres.co.uk
£106
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y £175
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mytyres.co.uk
£175
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40
Debica Presto
DebicaBudget
Presto
MOTOR'26#7
6.1
Price from£100
Performance
Dry handling
100%
Exterior noise
100%
Rolling resistance
100%
+3
Wet handling
29%
Wet braking
14%
Aquaplaning - cross
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V
B B 69dB
£100
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£100
In stock · Free shipping
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41
Kleber Dynaxer HP5
KleberUpper-middle
Dynaxer HP5
MOTOR'26#2MOTOR'26#7TYREREVIEWS'26#7
5.6
Price from£125
Performance
Comfort
90%
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Rolling resistance
71%
+9
Wet handling
29%
Interior noise
25%
Dry handling
21%
View full review
Price variants (4)
235/50 R18 97 V £125
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£125
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 V £131
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£131
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 W £131
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£131
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y £142
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mytyres.co.uk
£142
In stock · Free shipping
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42
Semperit Speed-Life 3
SemperitBudget
Speed-Life 3
AUTOBILD'26#22AUTOBILD'25#26ADAC'24#14
5.5
Price from£107
Expert summary

Semperit Speed-Life 3: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 55/100; Recorded test appearances: 13; Listed sizes: 90.

Performance
Wet side guide
90%
Price/value
84%
Exterior noise
79%
+12
Dry handling
31%
Wet circle cornering
28%
Dry braking
21%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 97 V mfs
B C 71dB
£119
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£119
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£133
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y mfs XL
B C 72dB
£107
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£107
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£138
In stock · Free shipping
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43
Nokian Hakka Black 3
NokianUpper-middle
Hakka Black 3
VIBILAGARE'25#2AFTONBLADET'25#5
5.4
Expert summary

Nokian Hakka Black 3: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 54/100; Recorded test appearances: 2; Listed sizes: 48.

Performance
Wet handling
100%
Wet braking
92%
Dry braking
92%
+5
Interior noise
46%
Wet circle cornering
40%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
39%
View full review
44
Vredestein Ultrac+
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac+
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#2MOTOR'26#9AVD'26#10
5.3
Price from£111
Performance
Wet side guide
86%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
80%
Aquaplaning - cross
69%
+11
Dry handling
24%
Mileage
14%
Dry steering response
0%
View full review
Price variants (3)
235/50 R18 97 Y £111
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mytyres.co.uk
£111
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y £117
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mytyres.co.uk
£117
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y XL£117
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mytyres.co.uk
£117
In stock · Free shipping
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45
Cooper Zeon 4XS Sport
CooperUpper-middle
Zeon 4XS Sport
AUTOBILD'26#29AUTOBILD'23#11
4.9
Price from£95
Performance
Gravel traction
100%
Wet handling - objective
90%
Dry handling
80%
+15
Comfort
20%
Fuel efficiency
14%
Aquaplaning - cross
11%
View full review
Price variants (3)
235/50 R18 V £95
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mytyres.co.uk
£95
In stock · Free shipping
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47
Pirelli Powergy
PirelliPremium
Powergy
AUTOZURNAL'26#5
4.8
Price from£144
Expert summary
The Pirelli Powergy is a summer tyre from the Italian premium manufacturer. It is designed for urban and everyday use, and has been updated with a direct successor called the Powergy 2. This newer version introduces an improved tread life and an EU label class B rolling resistance across all its launch sizes.
Performance
Interior noise
100%
Wet handling - objective
89%
Comfort
89%
+5
Rolling resistance
56%
Fuel efficiency
56%
Aquaplaning - cross
22%
Test results
AUTOZURNAL2026215/55 R18#5(-)
View full review
Price variants (3)
235/50 R18 101 Y
A B 71dB
£144
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mytyres.co.uk
£144
In stock · Free shipping
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49
Viking Protech NewGen
VikingBudget
Protech NewGen
AUTOBILD'26#36AUTOBILD'25#34ADAC'23#25
4.0
Price from£112
Performance
Fuel efficiency
100%
Mileage
81%
Interior noise
69%
+6
Dry driving behavior
6%
Safety
6%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V mfs£112
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mytyres.co.uk
£112
In stock · Free shipping
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50
Avon ZX7
AvonBudget
ZX7
AUTOBILD'26#30TYREREVIEWS'21#8
3.8
Price from£144
Performance
Dry handling
100%
Wet handling
63%
Dry braking
25%
+4
Gravel traction
13%
Exterior noise
13%
Rolling resistance
0%
View full review
Price variants (1)
235/50 R18 97 V £144
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mytyres.co.uk
£144
In stock · Free shipping
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52
Goodride Solmax 1
GoodrideBudget
Solmax 1
TYREREVIEWS'26#11AUTOBILD'25#8
3.3
Expert summary
Goodride is a Chinese budget brand and the Solmax 1 is their freshest entry into the European market. The test results don't paint a great picture — 8th at Autobild and 11th at Tyre Reviews, with wet braking and aquaplaning resistance as clear weak spots. It is notably quiet, which makes it a reasonable pick for EV drivers on a tight budget, but for a tyre introduced in 2025, falling short on wet safety is not where you want to be.
Performance
Price/value
100%
Exterior noise
81%
Aquaplaning - cross
59%
+8
Wet handling
0%
Wet circle cornering
0%
Dry handling
0%
View full review
53
Barum Bravuris 6
BarumBudget
Bravuris 6
AUTOZURNAL'26#6AUTOBILD'25#40
3.0
Price from£98
Expert summary
The Barum Bravuris 6 is a passenger summer tyre designed with an asymmetrical tread pattern. It features an optimized compound engineered to deliver reliable dry grip and low rolling resistance. Additionally, the tyre design focuses on providing reduced noise levels during operation.
Performance
Comfort
89%
Rolling resistance
78%
Fuel efficiency
78%
+5
Aquaplaning - cross
33%
Interior noise
33%
Dry braking
22%
View full review
Price variants (2)
235/50 R18 97 V
B B 71dB
£98
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£98
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 101 Y
B B 72dB
£104
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£104
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£131
In stock · Free shipping
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235/50 R18 tyre test

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Best tyres in your size

Dry

1. Continental UltraContact NXT
86%
2. Falken ZIEX ZE320
86%
3. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
85%
4. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
83%
5. Hankook Ventus Evo
83%
6. Nokian Hakka Black 3
82%
7. Continental PremiumContact 7
81%
8. Bridgestone Potenza Sport
81%
9. Michelin Pilot Sport 5
79%
10. Hankook Ventus Prime 4
79%
11. Bridgestone Turanza T005
78%
12. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
77%
13. Michelin e.Primacy
75%
14. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
73%
15. Toyo Proxes Sport 2
72%

Wet

1. Hankook Ventus Evo
85%
2. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
83%
3. Uniroyal RainSport 5
81%
4. Vredestein Ultrac
78%
5. Continental PremiumContact 7
78%
6. Bridgestone Potenza Sport
77%
7. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
75%
8. Michelin Pilot Sport 5
75%
9. Continental UltraContact NXT
75%
10. Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
11. Nexen N Fera Primus
73%
12. Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
13. Bridgestone Turanza T005
72%
14. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
72%
15. Bridgestone Potenza Sport Evo
70%

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Cars with 235/50 R18 tyres

Ghibli 2017
Ghibli
2017
Insignia 2017
Insignia
2017
QX30 2016
QX30
2016
S-MAX 2015
S-MAX
2015
Cascada 2013
Cascada
2013
SRX 2012
SRX
2012
CTS 2007
CTS
2007
X3 2006
X3
2006
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Customer reviews

1511 customer reviews for tyres in this size
Michelin Pilot Sport 4 3.9/5 (270) Michelin Primacy 4 3.7/5 (184) Michelin Primacy 3 3.7/5 (178) Bridgestone Turanza T005 3.4/5 (174) Bridgestone Potenza S001 3.2/5 (161) Continental EcoContact 6 2.8/5 (154) Bridgestone Potenza Sport 3.9/5 (136) Michelin Pilot Sport 5 4.1/5 (121) Dunlop SP Sport MAXX GT 3.3/5 (74) Bridgestone Turanza 6 3.6/5 (59)

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Did you know ...?

235/50 R18 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for summer tyres - there are 73 tyre models available, which can be compared to 215/45 R17, 235/40 R18, 195/60 R15. Let's break down the sizing - 50 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 50% of the tyre width (235mm), which means the sidewall height has 117.5 mm. The wheel diameter is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 2174.61 mm, which is very similar to 265/30 R21(2175.24 mm), 195/80 R15(2177.12 mm), 305/30 R20(2170.84 mm), 265/35 R20(2178.69 mm), 215/55 R18(2179.32 mm), 235/55 R17(2168.64 mm), 235/45 R19(2180.58 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for summer tyres in 235/50 R18: 0(km/h), H(210km/h), IKAIO(km/h), V(240km/h), W(270km/h), Y(300km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 41, 97, 101. You can find 235/50 R18 on 24 car models - mainly .

There are 9 runflat variants available.

235/50 R18 is found on 24 vehicles:

BMWBMW
X3
CadillacCadillac
XLRSRXCTS
FordFord
Tourneo CustomKugaS-MAXGalaxyTransit Custom
InfinitiInfiniti
QX30Q30
JaguarJaguar
XJ
Land RoverLand Rover
Freelander
LexusLexus
LS
MaseratiMaserati
Ghibli
Mercedes-BenzMercedes-Benz
A-KlasseGLA
OpelOpel
AstraCascadaInsignia
VolkswagenVolkswagen
PhaetonTiguan
VolvoVolvo
S60/V60S70/V70/XC70

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