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Rover 800 generations and tyre sizes

800

RS

1987 – 1998
Petrol98–129 kW (133–175 PS)Manual / Automatic
800

RS (1. Facelift)

1992 – 1998
Diesel, Petrol87–129 kW (118–175 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Rover 800 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Continental PremiumContact 7 (rated 9.8/10) and Dunlop Blue Response TG (rated 9.8/10). The Rover 800 uses 3 tyre sizes across 2 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Summer tyres for Rover 800 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Rover 800

Best tyres for Rover 800 by category

Best for dry
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.2/10
Best for wet
Continental PremiumContact 7
8.9/10
Best for comfort
Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
9.1/10
Best for noise
Michelin Primacy 5
9.0/10
Best budget
Linglong Sport Master
7.7/10
Best overall
Continental PremiumContact 7
9.8/10

Tyre comparison for Rover 800

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Continental PremiumContact 79.88.98.96.76.9Premium66%
2Dunlop Blue Response TG9.8----Premium200%
3Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium800%
4Pirelli Cinturato P7 C28.88.69.28.89.1Premium166%
5Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 28.78.07.87.98.4Premium300%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Rover 800?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Rover 800 are: Continental PremiumContact 7 (9.8/10), Dunlop Blue Response TG (9.8/10), Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Rover 800?
The Rover 800 uses the following tyre sizes: 195/65 R15, 205/60 R15, 205/55 R16.
How many generations does the Rover 800 have?
The Rover 800 has 2 generations, from 1987 to 1992.
What is the best budget tyre for Rover 800?
The highest-rated budget option for Rover 800 is the Linglong Sport Master with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Rover 800?
For wet road performance on Rover 800, the top-rated tyres are Continental PremiumContact 7 (8.9/10) And Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 (8.6/10).
Are Continental PremiumContact 7 good for Rover 800?
Yes, the Continental PremiumContact 7 is the top-rated tyre for Rover 800 with a rating of 9.8/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 66% of Rover 800 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Rover 800?
To choose the right tyres for Rover 800: 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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