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Mazda 121 generations and tyre sizes

121

DA

1988 – 1991
Petrol40–44 kW (54–60 PS)Manual
121

DB

1991 – 1996
Petrol39–53 kW (53–72 PS)Manual
121

SM

1996 – 2000
Petrol, Diesel37–55 kW (50–75 PS)Manual
121

SM (1. Facelift)

2000 – 2002
Petrol37–55 kW (50–75 PS)Manual

For the Mazda 121 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10) and Nokian WR D4 (rated 8.6/10). The Mazda 121 uses 4 tyre sizes across 4 generations. The Continental WinterContact TS 860 excels in Wet performance while the Nokian WR D4 stands out in Snow performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Winter tyres for Mazda 121 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Mazda 121

Best tyres for Mazda 121 by category

Best for dry
Continental WinterContact TS 860
8.6/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Continental WinterContact TS 860
8.1/10
Best for noise
Continental WinterContact TS 860
7.9/10
Best for snow
Nokian WR D4
9.4/10
Best budget
Barum Polaris 3
7.7/10
Best overall
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Mazda 121

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium75%
2Nokian WR D48.67.38.27.07.3Upper-middle50%
3Hankook Winter i*cept RS W4428.1----Upper-middle75%
4Falken EuroWinter HS018.07.87.47.87.7Upper-middle125%
5Barum Polaris 37.7----Budget75%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Mazda 121?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Mazda 121 are: Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Nokian WR D4 (8.6/10), Hankook Winter i*cept RS W442 (8.1/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Mazda 121?
The Mazda 121 uses the following tyre sizes: 165/70 R12, 165/70 R13, 155/70 R13, 185/55 R14.
How many generations does the Mazda 121 have?
The Mazda 121 has 4 generations, from 1988 to 2000.
What is the best budget tyre for Mazda 121?
The highest-rated budget option for Mazda 121 is the Barum Polaris 3 with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Mazda 121?
For wet road performance on Mazda 121, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Uniroyal MS Plus 77 (7.9/10).
Are Continental WinterContact TS 860 good for Mazda 121?
Yes, the Continental WinterContact TS 860 is the top-rated tyre for Mazda 121 with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 75% of Mazda 121 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Mazda 121?
To choose the right tyres for Mazda 121: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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