255/40 R21 - Best summer tyres 2026 - market overview, tests, reviews

1

Premium

SportContact 7

'26#1

'26#2

'26#3

10.0

Price from

£239

Price from£239

Expert summary

Our favorite every-day performance tyre that delivers fast laps on dry circuits while being safe for the daily commute, having won multiple tests in wet conditions. However, if you lean more towards comfort and low rolling resistance, the PremiumContact 7 might be a better choice.

Recommended

#1

2026

theTyre Lab.comRecommended#1 Summer tires 2026

Performance

Wet circle cornering

97%

Dry braking

96%

Wet braking

93%

+11

Exterior noise

54%

Aquaplaning - cross

50%

Wet safety

50%

Test results

2026255/35 R19#1(Exemplary)

2026225/40 R18#2(Highly recommended)

2026235/35 R19#3(Recommended)

2025245/35 R19#1(Exemplary)

2025225/40 R18#1(Good)

2025225/40 R18#1(Very good)

2025295/30 R20#1(Exemplary)

2025225/40 R18#2(Highly recommended)

2024265/35 R19#1(Exemplary)

2023235/35 R19#1(Outstanding)

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Price variants (4)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 73dB

£239

mytyres.co.uk

£239

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£247

In stock · Free shipping

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2

Premium

Potenza Sport

'25#1

'25#2

8.7

Price from

£253

Price from£253

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%

Test results

2025225/40 R18#1(Very good)

2025225/40 R18#1(-)

2025225/40 R18#2(Good)

2025225/45 R18#3(Highly recommended)

2025225/40 R18#3(Exemplary)

2025225/40 R18#6(-)

2024225/55 R17#1(Exemplary)

2024235/55 R19#3(Good)

2024265/35 R19#4(Good)

2023225/40 R18#2(Outstanding)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y mfs XL

A C 70dB

£253

mytyres.co.uk

£253

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£269

In stock · Free shipping

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3

Premium

Blue Response TG

'26#1

9.8

Price from

£248

Price from£248

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

#6

2026

theTyre Lab.comRecommended#6 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%

Test results

2026195/55 R16#1(Outstanding)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 V £248

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£248

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4

Premium

P Zero (PZ5)

'26#3

'26#5

'25#1

8.8

Price from

£368

Price from£368

Expert summary

A driver's tyre through and through. The P Zero PZ5 took first place in dry handling and posted the best aquaplaning speed in test — sporty, but with real safety margins. Wet handling is the weak spot, so this one's for those who value dry grip and aquaplaning resistance above all.

Performance

Dry lane changing

100%

Wet circle cornering

100%

Dry handling - objective

100%

+7

Wet handling

56%

Wet braking

51%

Rolling resistance

37%

Test results

2026255/35 R19#3(Good)

2026225/40 R18#5(Recommended)

2025225/40 R18#1(Test winner)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y £368

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£368

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5

Premium

Ventus Evo

'26#1

'26#2

9.9

Price from

£227

Price from£227

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.

Recommended

#2

2026

theTyre Lab.comRecommended#2 Summer tires 2026

Performance

Grass traction

100%

Gravel traction

100%

Wet circle cornering

100%

+12

Handling on gravel

50%

Price/value

50%

Sand traction

25%

Test results

2026245/45 R19#1(Exemplary)

2026255/45 R19#1(Exemplary (test winner))

2026245/45 R19#2(-)

2026225/45 R17#3(Highly recommended)

2025225/40 R18#3(-)

2025225/40 R18#5(Exemplary)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A B 71dB

£227

mytyres.co.uk

£227

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£243

In stock · Free shipping

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6

Premium

Pilot Sport 4 S

'26#1

'26#5

'25#2

9.6

Price from

£287

Price from£287

Expert summary

Pilot Sport 4S is the sportier version of the Pilot Sports and the most sporty one that still cares about the wet performance, which is it's strong suite. It's usually expensive, but also a guarantee of a great performance tyre.

Recommended

#10

2026

theTyre Lab.comRecommended#10 Summer tires 2026

Performance

Wet side guide

100%

Dry handling

92%

Dry steering response

85%

+10

Exterior noise

47%

Wet handling - objective

20%

Interior noise

14%

Test results

2026225/40 R18#1(Highly recommended)

2026255/35 R19#5(Good)

2025295/30 R20#2(Exemplary)

2025225/40 R18#3(Highly recommended)

2025245/35 R19#4(Exemplary)

2024265/35 R19#2(Exemplary)

2023225/40 R18#3(Very good)

2022255/35 R19#2(-)

2021255/35 R19#1(Very good)

2021265/35 R20#3(Exemplary)

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Price variants (3)

255/40 R21 102 Y

B D 71dB

£299

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£299

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£309

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y

B D 72dB

£287

mytyres.co.uk

£287

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 105 Y mfs XL

B C 71dB

£363

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£363

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£418

In stock · Free shipping

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7

Premium

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

'26#2

9.4

Price from

£211

Price from£211

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

#12

2026

theTyre Lab.comRecommended#12 Summer tires 2026

Performance

Dry steering response

100%

Mileage

100%

Wet side guide

100%

+20

Sand traction

51%

Mud traction

50%

Interior noise

23%

Test results

2026235/45 R18#2(Highly recommended)

2026245/45 R19#2(Exemplary)

2026205/45 R17#2(Very good)

2026255/45 R19#4(Exemplary)

2026245/45 R19#8(-)

2025255/55 R18#1(Exemplary)

2025225/45 R18#1(Highly recommended)

2025225/40 R18#1(Exemplary)

2025245/35 R19#2(Exemplary)

2025225/40 R18#4(Highly recommended)

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Price variants (8)

255/40 R21 102 W

A A 70dB

£211

mytyres.co.uk

£211

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£242

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 W *

A A 70dB

£238

mytyres.co.uk

£238

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£245

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y

A B 71dB

£211

mytyres.co.uk

£211

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£238

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 71dB

£265

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£265

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y

A A 70dB

£215

mytyres.co.uk

£215

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£249

In stock · Free shipping

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8

Premium

Pilot Sport 4 SUV

'26#5

'25#1

'25#5

9.3

Price from

£261

Price from£261

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

#13

2026

theTyre Lab.comRecommended#13 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%

Test results

2026255/45 R19#5(Good)

2025235/55 R19#1(Test winner)

2025255/55 R18#5(Good)

2024235/55 R19#2(Exemplary)

2023225/65 R17#1(Exemplary)

2023255/45 R20#6(Very good)

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Price variants (6)

255/40 R21 102 W

B A 72dB

£312

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£312

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

mytyres.co.uk

£326

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 72dB

£270

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£270

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

mytyres.co.uk

£273

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y

A B 72dB

£261

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£261

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

mytyres.co.uk

£278

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y XL

A C 70dB

£296

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£296

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£298

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y GOE

B B 72dB

£265

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£265

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

mytyres.co.uk

£289

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y XL

B B 71dB

£285

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£285

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£310

In stock · Free shipping

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9

Premium

Ultrac

'25#2

'25#3

'25#7

4.3

Price from

£219

Price from£219

Expert summary

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Performance

Sand traction

100%

Aquaplaning - cross

89%

Safety

86%

+19

Price/value

30%

Dry handling - objective

18%

Mileage

7%

Test results

2025255/55 R18#2(Exemplary)

2025225/50 R17#3(Highly recommended)

2025225/45 R17#7(-)

2024225/45 R17#2(Highly recommended)

2024205/55 R16#3(-)

2024235/55 R18#3(Very good)

2024225/45 R17#4(-)

2024225/55 R17#7(Satisfactory)

2024215/55 R17#16(Sufficient)

2024205/55 R16#20(Conditionally recommended)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 W £219

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£219

In stock · Free shipping

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10

Premium

Primacy 5

'26#3

'26#4

8.6

Price from

£258

Price from£258

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

92%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

87%

Mileage

86%

+10

Dry lane changing

43%

Dry braking

41%

Wet side guide

29%

Test results

2026195/55 R16#3(Good)

2026215/55 R17#4(Highly recommended)

2026235/55 R18#4(Good)

2026225/45 R17#6(Recommended)

2026235/45 R18#6(Recommended)

2026225/50 R17#7(Satisfactory)

2025225/45 R17#1(Test winner)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 102 H

A A 70dB

£258

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£258

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

mytyres.co.uk

£273

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 W

A A 70dB

£305

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£305

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£315

In stock · Free shipping

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11

Upper-middle

Ecsta Sport (PS72)

'26#4

'26#6

8.7

Price from

£187

Price from£187

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

Dry lane changing

89%

Gravel traction

88%

Sand traction

88%

+12

Exterior noise

39%

Dry handling

39%

Aquaplaning - cross

33%

Test results

2026225/45 R17#4(Recommended)

2026245/45 R19#4(-)

2026245/45 R19#6(Good)

2026255/45 R19#6(Good)

2026225/40 R18#7(Recommended)

2025225/40 R18#1(Very good)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 105 Y

A C 73dB

£187

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£187

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12

Upper-middle

Roadhawk 2

'26#3

'26#4

8.1

Price from

£161

Price from£161

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

Wet side guide

86%

Dry lane changing

75%

Aquaplaning - cross

74%

+13

Dry steering response

23%

Exterior noise

10%

Mileage

0%

Test results

2026205/55 R16#3(Recommended)

2026225/50 R17#4(Satisfactory)

2026235/45 R18#4(Recommended)

2026195/55 R16#5(Good)

2026205/45 R17#7(Sufficient)

2025215/55 R18#6(Satisfactory)

2025225/50 R17#6(Satisfactory)

2024225/45 R17#5(Highly recommended)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A A 71dB

£161

mytyres.co.uk

£161

In stock · Free shipping

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13

Premium

Turanza 6

'26#4

'26#5

'26#5

8.1

Price from

£236

Price from£236

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

Interior noise

93%

Gravel traction

93%

Rolling resistance

89%

+19

Price/value

26%

Grass traction

26%

Safety

13%

Test results

2026225/45 R17#4(Recommended)

2026235/55 R18#5(Good)

2026235/55 R18#5(Recommended)

2026215/55 R17#6(Highly recommended)

2026225/50 R17#6(Satisfactory)

2025215/55 R17#3(Very good)

2025225/45 R17#4(-)

2025255/55 R18#7(-)

2024205/55 R16#3(Exemplary)

2024235/55 R18#4(Good)

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Price variants (4)

255/40 R21 102 T

A A 69dB

£249

mytyres.co.uk

£249

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£253

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y

A B 71dB

£236

mytyres.co.uk

£236

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£243

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y

B A 69dB

£256

mytyres.co.uk

£256

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£293

In stock · Free shipping

Buy

255/40 R21 102 Y *

B A 69dB

£266

mytyres.co.uk

£266

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£270

In stock · Free shipping

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14

Upper-middle

Hakka Black 3

'25#2

'25#5

5.4

Price from

£327

Price from£327

Expert summary

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Performance

Wet handling

100%

Wet braking

92%

Dry braking

92%

+5

Interior noise

46%

Wet circle cornering

40%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

39%

Test results

2025235/55 R19#2(-)

2025225/45 R17#5(-)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 W £327

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£327

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15

Upper-middle

E.Ziex

'26#4

'25#2

'25#5

8.9

Price from

£211

Price from£211

Expert summary

If you care about the range of your electric vehicle, there are now non-premium options that are more than good enough for daily driving. The Falken e.Ziex delivers top-tier rolling resistance and some of the shortest braking distances in test, both wet and dry. It rides comfortably and stays quiet, though aquaplaning safety in corners and overall wet grip leave room for improvement.

Performance

Rolling resistance

91%

Dry braking

80%

Comfort

73%

+11

Aquaplaning - cross

34%

Dry steering response

31%

Wet handling

27%

Test results

2026195/55 R16#4(Good)

2025215/55 R17#2(Very good)

2025215/55 R18#5(Good)

2023255/45 R20#4(Very good)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 V £211

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£211

In stock · Free shipping

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16

Upper-middle

ECSTA Sport S PS72

'26#5

7.8

Price from

£188

Price from£188

Expert summary

The Kumho ECSTA Sport S PS72 is a summer tyre aimed at good performance at an affordable price. It has been benchmarked against premium competitors, including the Continental SportContact 7. The model targets reliable performance while remaining a cost-effective option for drivers.

Performance

Comfort

71%

Rolling resistance

71%

Wet handling

43%

+2

Dry braking

43%

Dry handling

29%

Exterior noise

29%

Test results

2026255/35 R19#5(Good)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 105 Y

A C 73dB

£188

mytyres.co.uk

£188

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17

Upper-middle

Azenis FK520

'26#3

'26#4

'26#8

8.0

Price from

£169

Price from£169

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%

Exterior noise

84%

Mileage

82%

+18

Gravel traction

35%

Wet handling

32%

Interior noise

17%

Test results

2026205/45 R17#3(Very good)

2026225/40 R18#4(Highly recommended)

2026255/45 R19#8(Satisfactory)

2026245/45 R19#13(Good)

2026245/45 R19#14(-)

2025255/55 R18#2(Exemplary)

2025225/40 R18#5(Recommended)

2025225/40 R18#8(Good)

2025225/45 R18#8(-)

2024235/55 R18#7(Good)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y £169

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£169

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18

Premium

Ventus Prime 4

'26#4

'26#8

'26#11

7.6

Price from

£212

Price from£212

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%

+14

Aquaplaning - cross

39%

Interior noise

37%

Mud traction

36%

Test results

2026235/55 R18#4(Recommended)

2026215/55 R17#8(Highly recommended)

2026225/50 R17#11(Satisfactory)

2025225/45 R17#6(-)

2024225/55 R17#3(Exemplary)

2024205/55 R16#4(-)

2024215/55 R17#6(-)

2024205/55 R16#8(Good)

2024215/55 R17#8(Satisfactory)

2023225/65 R17#5(Exemplary)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 102 T XL

A A 68dB

£239

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£239

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255/40 R21 102 T XL

A A 68dB

£212

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£212

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19

Upper-middle

Ecsta PS71 SUV

'25#6

7.5

Price from

£165

Price from£165

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%

Test results

2025255/55 R18#6(Good)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 73dB

£165

mytyres.co.uk

£165

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£181

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 73dB

£174

mytyres.co.uk

£174

In stock · Free shipping

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20

Premium

EcoContact 6

'26#6

'22#7

'22#8

7.7

Price from

£256

Price from£256

Performance

Dry steering response

100%

Rolling resistance

100%

Fuel efficiency

100%

+16

Aquaplaning - longitudal

11%

Aquaplaning - cross

8%

Wet handling - objective

0%

Test results

2026195/55 R16#6(Good)

2022215/55 R17#7(Good)

2022185/65 R15#8(Satisfactory)

2022215/55 R17#19(Satisfactory)

2022215/55 R17#23(-)

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Price variants (3)

255/40 R21 102 T mfs XL£256

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£256

In stock · Free shipping

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21

Premium

Ventus S1 evo Z K129

'26#6

'26#7

'24#5

6.1

Price from

£242

Price from£242

Expert summary

The evo Z K129 is a focused sports tyre from Hankook, but with only 15 dimensions on offer it's clearly not built for everyone — more of a niche product aimed at specific performance fitments. On wet roads it genuinely delivers, with short braking distances and strong aquaplaning resistance. The sporty, agile steering feel is there too. The real problem is the rear axle — it tends to step out under load in both wet and dry conditions, which is not something you want from a premium sports tyre. Mid-field test results across the board don't help its case either.

Performance

Aquaplaning - cross

100%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

96%

Exterior noise

70%

+8

Dry handling - objective

37%

Dry handling

35%

Dry steering response

11%

Test results

2026235/35 R19#6(-)

2026255/35 R19#7(Good)

2024265/35 R19#5(Good)

2022235/35 R19#6(Good)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y *

A D 72dB

£242

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£242

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£263

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22

Premium

P Zero PZ4

'25#3

'25#5

'25#20

8.9

Price from

£242

Price from£242

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%

Test results

2025245/35 R19#3(Exemplary)

2025225/45 R18#5(Highly recommended)

2025225/40 R18#20(-)

2023235/35 R19#2(Very good -)

2023225/40 R18#3(Outstanding)

2023225/45 R18#3(-)

2023235/35 R19#4(Highly recommended)

2023225/40 R18#5(Very good)

2023225/45 R18#5(Highly recommended)

2023225/45 R18#11(Satisfactory)

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Price variants (11)

255/40 R21 102 V

A B 70dB

£243

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£243

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mytyres.co.uk

£246

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 W AR

A B 71dB

£242

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£242

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£244

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 W MGT

A B 71dB

£275

mytyres.co.uk

£275

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£320

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 W XL

A C 71dB

£354

mytyres.co.uk

£354

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y AR

A C 73dB

£266

mytyres.co.uk

£266

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£296

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y

B A 71dB

£251

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£251

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mytyres.co.uk

£263

In stock · Free shipping

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Upper-middle

Proxes Sport 2

'26#7

'26#16

'26#17

7.1

Price from

£187

Price from£187

Expert summary

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Performance

Comfort

80%

Dry braking

78%

Exterior noise

71%

+11

Mileage

24%

Handling on gravel

15%

Price/value

11%

Test results

2026255/45 R19#7(Good)

2026245/45 R19#16(-)

2026245/45 R19#17(Satisfactory)

2025225/45 R18#7(-)

2025225/40 R18#11(Good)

2024235/55 R19#7(Good)

2023225/40 R18#7(Good)

2023225/45 R18#10(-)

2023225/45 R18#14(Satisfactory)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 £213

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£213

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255/40 R21 102 Y £187

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£187

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Upper-middle

Dynaxer HP5

'26#2

'26#7

'26#19

6.4

Price from

£213

Price from£213

Performance

Comfort

85%

Rolling resistance

78%

Exterior noise

71%

+7

Wet handling - objective

27%

Dry handling - objective

27%

Dry handling

20%

Test results

2026235/55 R18#2(Recommended)

2026225/45 R17#7(-)

2026245/45 R19#19(Satisfactory)

2026245/45 R19#19(-)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 102 Y £225

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£225

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255/40 R21 102 Y £213

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£213

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Upper-middle

Advan Sport V107

'26#13

'26#18

'25#6

6.7

Price from

£197

Price from£197

Expert summary

The Yokohama Advan Sport V107 is a summer tyre. It has been homologated as original equipment (MO1) for the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 4Matic+ Coupe. This tyre model is approved for this vehicle in sizes 265/35ZR20 and 295/30ZR20.

Performance

Dry handling - objective

100%

Dry handling

73%

Dry braking

65%

+9

Exterior noise

16%

Price/value

15%

Rolling resistance

7%

Test results

2026245/45 R19#13(Good)

2026245/45 R19#18(-)

2025225/40 R18#6(Good)

2025225/40 R18#14(-)

2023225/45 R18#4(-)

2023225/40 R18#6(-)

2023225/45 R18#15(Satisfactory)

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Price variants (2)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A D 73dB

£233

mytyres.co.uk

£233

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y *

A A 70dB

£197

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£197

In stock · Free shipping

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mytyres.co.uk

£223

In stock · Free shipping

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Upper-middle

Goodrich Advantage 2

'26#5

'26#11

'26#27

6.7

Price from

£212

Price from£212

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%

Test results

2026235/45 R18#5(Recommended)

2026215/55 R17#11(Recommended)

2026245/45 R19#27(-)

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Price variants (3)

255/40 R21 102 V 0£215

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£215

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y 0£214

mytyres.co.uk

£214

In stock · Free shipping

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255/40 R21 102 Y 0£212

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£212

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Premium

Sport Maxx RT2

'26#13

'26#17

6.7

Price from

£231

Price from£231

Performance

Comfort

100%

Aquaplaning - longitudal

84%

Aquaplaning - cross

84%

+5

Dry braking

26%

Mileage

26%

Wet braking

21%

Test results

2026245/45 R19#13(Good)

2026245/45 R19#17(-)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 72dB

£231

mytyres.co.uk

£231

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28

Upper-middle

RainSport 5

'26#4

'26#24

'25#23

6.9

Price from

£188

Price from£188

Expert summary

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Performance

Wet handling - objective

100%

Aquaplaning - cross

95%

Interior noise

93%

+15

Dry handling

23%

Dry driving behavior

14%

Safety

14%

Test results

2026205/55 R16#4(Recommended)

2026245/45 R19#24(-)

2025225/40 R18#23(-)

2024205/55 R16#14(-)

2024205/55 R16#18(Satisfactory)

2023205/55 R16#5(-)

2023225/45 R18#17(Satisfactory)

2023225/45 R18#17(-)

2023205/55 R16#31(Good)

2022195/55 R16#3(Recommended)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y £188

mytyres.co.uk

£188

In stock · Free shipping

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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£216

In stock · Free shipping

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29

Budget

Speed-Life 3

'26#22

'25#26

'24#14

5.5

Price from

£187

Price from£187

Expert summary

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Performance

Wet side guide

90%

Price/value

84%

Exterior noise

79%

+12

Dry handling

31%

Wet circle cornering

28%

Dry braking

21%

Test results

2026245/45 R19#22(-)

2025225/40 R18#26(-)

2024215/55 R17#14(Satisfactory)

2024205/55 R16#23(-)

2023205/55 R16#10(-)

2023205/55 R16#19(Good)

2023225/45 R18#41(-)

2022185/65 R15#12(Satisfactory)

2022215/60 R16#16(Satisfactory)

2022215/55 R17#43(-)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y

A C 73dB

£187

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£187

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30

Budget

SureGrip Pro Sport

'26#33

3.2

Price from

£140

Price from£140

Test results

2026245/45 R19#33(-)

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Price variants (1)

255/40 R21 102 Y £140

tyres-pneus-online.co.uk

£140

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