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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 Winter tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10). 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.

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

Best Winter tyres for Rover 800

Best tyres for Rover 800 by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Rover 800

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium233%
2Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium366%
3Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium300%
4GoodYear UltraGrip 98.99.08.37.17.5Premium233%
5Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-18.98.38.37.57.5Premium66%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Rover 800?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Rover 800 are: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Dunlop Winter Sport 5 (8.9/10). 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 tyre for wet roads for Rover 800?
For wet road performance on Rover 800, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 good for Rover 800?
Yes, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is the top-rated tyre for Rover 800 with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 233% 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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