Falken Azenis FK520
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.
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Table of contents:
Pros and cons
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Great handling on dry roads
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
Comparison
Wet road
Dry road - safety
Dry road - sportiness
Aquaplaning
Sizes
Falken Azenis FK520 is made in 115 sizes, starting from 205/45 R17 up to 325/30 R21.
17"
18"
19"
20"
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Timeline
2023
Falken Azenis FK520 was tested 8x (Autobild,...)
2024
Falken Azenis FK520 was tested 1x (Automotorsport)
Achievements
Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Automotorsport 2024
Autobild 2023
Sportauto 2023
Best
Dry handling
Automotorsport 2023
Best
Exterior noise
Autobild 2023
Above average
Interior noise
Autoexpress 2022
Falken Azenis FK520 in tyre tests
All tyre tests where Falken Azenis FK520 was featured:All tests
Automotorsport Summer tyre test 2024 235/55 R18
good
Ranked #7 of 8
Finishing 7th out of 8 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 still managed to secure a final rating of 'Good'. The tire was highly praised for its exceptional aquaplaning resistance and its manageable, albeit not very dynamic, driving behavior on dry surfaces. However, its performance was not without flaws. It faced limitations in braking and traction on wet surfaces, revealing an imbalanced driving dynamic marked by both oversteer and understeer under such conditions. Overall impressions suggest there's room for improvement in wet grip and driving stability. Remarkably, the tire stood out in one discipline, showcasing unbeatable performance in longitudal aquaplaning resistance, setting itself apart in this specific area.
good
Ranked #7 of 8
Finishing 7th out of 8 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 still managed to secure a final rating of 'Good'. The tire was highly praised for its exceptional aquaplaning resistance and its manageable, albeit not very dynamic, driving behavior on dry surfaces. However, its performance was not without flaws. It faced limitations in braking and traction on wet surfaces, revealing an imbalanced driving dynamic marked by both oversteer and understeer under such conditions. Overall impressions suggest there's room for improvement in wet grip and driving stability. Remarkably, the tire stood out in one discipline, showcasing unbeatable performance in longitudal aquaplaning resistance, setting itself apart in this specific area.
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
good
Ranked #7 of 13
Securing a solid 7th place among 13 contenders, the Falken Azenis FK520 left a noticeable mark with its performance, earning itself a "Good" final rating. This tire distinguished itself with exceptional stability during cornering and a sporty yet balanced driving experience, especially on dry roads. It showcased remarkable aquaplaning resistance and remarkably quiet pass-by noise, enhancing the driving comfort. Additionally, the tire offered a commendable price-to-performance ratio. However, it wasn't without its flaws; the tire exhibited delayed steering response and slightly longer braking distances on wet surfaces. Notably, it excelled in the disciplines of longitudinal aquaplaning and exterior noise, standing out in these specific areas.
good
Ranked #7 of 13
Securing a solid 7th place among 13 contenders, the Falken Azenis FK520 left a noticeable mark with its performance, earning itself a "Good" final rating. This tire distinguished itself with exceptional stability during cornering and a sporty yet balanced driving experience, especially on dry roads. It showcased remarkable aquaplaning resistance and remarkably quiet pass-by noise, enhancing the driving comfort. Additionally, the tire offered a commendable price-to-performance ratio. However, it wasn't without its flaws; the tire exhibited delayed steering response and slightly longer braking distances on wet surfaces. Notably, it excelled in the disciplines of longitudinal aquaplaning and exterior noise, standing out in these specific areas.
| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 | 2 | 2 | |||||
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Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2023 235/35 R19
highly recommended
Ranked #6 of 9
Securing the 6th position among 9 contenders, the Falken Azenis FK520 was distinguished with a "Highly Recommended" rating, highlighting its competence in a competitive field. Despite its age, this tire maintains a close performance gap with leading products, notably in dry conditions where its ability to communicate, provide solid grip, and demonstrate only moderate load change reactions stands out, with a tendency towards understeer being its main drawback. In wet conditions, the Falken Azenis FK520 excels, enabling decisive and precise direction changes with a pleasantly neutral balance on slalom courses and coming close to the top times of competitors such as Bridgestone, Conti, and Goodyear. Moreover, its fair pricing coupled with robust performance in both wet and dry scenarios underpins its status as a cost-effective option without significant weaknesses.
highly recommended
Ranked #6 of 9
Securing the 6th position among 9 contenders, the Falken Azenis FK520 was distinguished with a "Highly Recommended" rating, highlighting its competence in a competitive field. Despite its age, this tire maintains a close performance gap with leading products, notably in dry conditions where its ability to communicate, provide solid grip, and demonstrate only moderate load change reactions stands out, with a tendency towards understeer being its main drawback. In wet conditions, the Falken Azenis FK520 excels, enabling decisive and precise direction changes with a pleasantly neutral balance on slalom courses and coming close to the top times of competitors such as Bridgestone, Conti, and Goodyear. Moreover, its fair pricing coupled with robust performance in both wet and dry scenarios underpins its status as a cost-effective option without significant weaknesses.
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SportAuto Summer tyre test 2023 225/40 R18
good
Ranked #7 of 11
The Falken Azenis FK520 secured the 7th position out of 11 contenders, achieving a final rating of 'Good'. This tire distinguished itself with excellent performance in aquaplaning resistance and unmatched ride comfort, leading its category in these disciplines. Testers praised its effective wet braking capabilities and secure aquaplaning properties. Its handling in curves was described as safe, albeit less dynamic, and it offered the best rolling comfort among its competitors. However, the tire was noted for its slightly delayed steering response and a somewhat indifferent balance on wet surfaces. Moreover, it showed a lesser steering spontaneity and experienced marginally longer braking distances on dry roads, aspects that were highlighted as areas for improvement.
good
Ranked #7 of 11
The Falken Azenis FK520 secured the 7th position out of 11 contenders, achieving a final rating of 'Good'. This tire distinguished itself with excellent performance in aquaplaning resistance and unmatched ride comfort, leading its category in these disciplines. Testers praised its effective wet braking capabilities and secure aquaplaning properties. Its handling in curves was described as safe, albeit less dynamic, and it offered the best rolling comfort among its competitors. However, the tire was noted for its slightly delayed steering response and a somewhat indifferent balance on wet surfaces. Moreover, it showed a lesser steering spontaneity and experienced marginally longer braking distances on dry roads, aspects that were highlighted as areas for improvement.
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Autobild Summer tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
satisfactory
Ranked #8 of 20
Securing the 8th place among 20 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 earned a 'Satisfactory' final rating in a well-regarded tire evaluation. This performance tire demonstrated commendable driving capabilities on dry roads, characterized by short braking distances both on wet and dry surfaces, and impressively low noise levels. However, its performance was slightly marred by limited lateral grip on wet roads, indicating room for improvement under certain conditions. Despite these nuances, the FK520 stood out for its noted strengths in safety and comfort, underscoring Falken's dedication to providing a reliable summer tire option.
satisfactory
Ranked #8 of 20
Securing the 8th place among 20 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 earned a 'Satisfactory' final rating in a well-regarded tire evaluation. This performance tire demonstrated commendable driving capabilities on dry roads, characterized by short braking distances both on wet and dry surfaces, and impressively low noise levels. However, its performance was slightly marred by limited lateral grip on wet roads, indicating room for improvement under certain conditions. Despite these nuances, the FK520 stood out for its noted strengths in safety and comfort, underscoring Falken's dedication to providing a reliable summer tire option.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 | 2- | 2+ | 2 | ||||
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Automotorsport Summer tyre test 2023 255/45 R20
very good
Ranked #7 of 10
Securing the 7th position out of 10 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 garnered a final rating of "Very good." Testers highlighted its impressive deceleration and decent cornering grip on wet surfaces, coupled with an active, safe handling when dry. Inside the vehicle, the tire was noted for being quiet and comfortable, enhancing the overall driving experience. However, it was pointed out that the tire exhibited a somewhat sluggish steering response. Additionally, its wet handling was marked by some indifferences, showing a less balanced performance, and it struggled with longer braking distances on dry roads. A standout achievement for the tire was its exceptional performance in dry handling, distinguishing itself as the best in this discipline among its competitors.
very good
Ranked #7 of 10
Securing the 7th position out of 10 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 garnered a final rating of "Very good." Testers highlighted its impressive deceleration and decent cornering grip on wet surfaces, coupled with an active, safe handling when dry. Inside the vehicle, the tire was noted for being quiet and comfortable, enhancing the overall driving experience. However, it was pointed out that the tire exhibited a somewhat sluggish steering response. Additionally, its wet handling was marked by some indifferences, showing a less balanced performance, and it struggled with longer braking distances on dry roads. A standout achievement for the tire was its exceptional performance in dry handling, distinguishing itself as the best in this discipline among its competitors.
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Falken Azenis FK520 | 60.7 | 27 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |||
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| Best values in test | 71 | 54 | 19 | 7 | |||
| Falken Azenis FK520 | 60 | 50 | 17 | 6 | |||
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Test ratings distribution
| 100% (2x) | 85% (5x) | 80% (1x) | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good | Highly recommended | Good | Recommended | Satisfactory | Good - |
| 1x | 1x | 3x | 1x | 1x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R18 | R19 | R20 |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (5x) | 90% (2x) | 100% (1x) |
Ratings x Width
| 225/xx Rxx | 235/xx Rxx | 255/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (4x) | 88.3% (3x) | 100% (1x) |
FAQ
Where is Falken Azenis FK520 made?
Falken Azenis FK520 is made in Turkey.
