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Volvo 440/460/480 generations and tyre sizes

440/460/480

1.Generation

1987 – 1995
Petrol64–88 kW (87–120 PS)Manual / Automatic
440/460/480

440/460/480 1.Generation (1. Facelift)

1993 – 1996
Petrol, Diesel61–88 kW (83–120 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Volvo 440/460/480 in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Toyo Proxes Comfort (rated 7.8/10). The Volvo 440/460/480 uses 4 tyre sizes across 2 generations. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in Dry performance while the Toyo Proxes Comfort stands out in Comfort. 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 Volvo 440/460/480 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Volvo 440/460/480

Best tyres for Volvo 440/460/480 by category

Best for dry
Falken ZIEX ZE320
8.9/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.5/10
Best for comfort
Falken ZIEX ZE320
9.0/10
Best for noise
Falken ZIEX ZE320
8.7/10
Best budget
Linglong Sport Master
7.7/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Volvo 440/460/480

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium150%
2Toyo Proxes Comfort7.87.17.77.68.4Upper-middle125%
3Continental EcoContact 67.75.38.28.38.1Premium275%
4Falken ZIEX ZE3207.78.48.98.79.0Upper-middle50%
5Linglong Sport Master7.77.36.38.27.7Budget75%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Volvo 440/460/480?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Volvo 440/460/480 are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Toyo Proxes Comfort (7.8/10), Continental EcoContact 6 (7.7/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Volvo 440/460/480?
The Volvo 440/460/480 uses the following tyre sizes: 175/65 R14, 185/60 R14, 185/65 R14, 195/55 R15.
How many generations does the Volvo 440/460/480 have?
The Volvo 440/460/480 has 2 generations, from 1987 to 1993.
What is the best budget tyre for Volvo 440/460/480?
The highest-rated budget option for Volvo 440/460/480 is the Linglong Sport Master with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Volvo 440/460/480?
For wet road performance on Volvo 440/460/480, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10) And Falken ZIEX ZE320 (8.4/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Volvo 440/460/480?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Volvo 440/460/480 with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 150% of Volvo 440/460/480 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Volvo 440/460/480?
To choose the right tyres for Volvo 440/460/480: 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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