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215/40 R18 Semperit Speed-Grip 5 variants
Semperit Speed-Grip 5 is a winter tyre made in total of 92 sizes, ranging from R14 to R14 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 215/40 R18 is 50mm wider than the narrowest dimension (165) and 60mm narrower than the widest one (275). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 86mm sidewall height. In 215/40 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Semperit Speed-Grip 5 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h.
Semperit Speed-Grip 5 is made in 92 sizes, starting from 165/70 R14 up to 275/45 R21.
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Semperit Speed-Grip 5 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/40 R18)
Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
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Ranked #10 of 19
Securing the 10th position among 19 competitors, the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 earned a final rating of 'Good' for its performance. This tyre stood out for its short braking distances and precise handling on ice and snow, coupled with its exceptional aquaplaning resistance and low rolling resistance. However, it was noted for its mediocre wet grip and extended braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces. Remarkably, it showcased unparalleled excellence in specific tests, achieving the best performance in aquaplaning - both cross and longitudinal - as well as in comfort. This blend of strengths and weaknesses underscores its reliable yet mixed capabilities across various winter conditions.
good
Ranked #10 of 19
Securing the 10th position among 19 competitors, the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 earned a final rating of 'Good' for its performance. This tyre stood out for its short braking distances and precise handling on ice and snow, coupled with its exceptional aquaplaning resistance and low rolling resistance. However, it was noted for its mediocre wet grip and extended braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces. Remarkably, it showcased unparalleled excellence in specific tests, achieving the best performance in aquaplaning - both cross and longitudinal - as well as in comfort. This blend of strengths and weaknesses underscores its reliable yet mixed capabilities across various winter conditions.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Semperit Speed-Grip 5 | 2 | 2- | 2+ | 2 | |||
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215/40 R18 - Best winter tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 2. | Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | Premium | £191 89 V | |||
| 3. | Continental WinterContact TS 850P | Premium | ||||
| 4. | GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3 | Premium | ||||
| 5. | Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 | Premium | £164 89 V | |||
| 6. | Goodyear UltraGrip Performance Gen-1! Newer model available: GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ | Premium | ||||
| 7. | Pirelli WINTER SOTTOZERO Serie III | Premium | ||||
| 8. | Semperit Speed-Grip 5 | Lowcost | £130 89 V | |||
| 9. | Toyo Observe S944 | Upper-middle | £123 0 V | |||
| 10. | Toyo Snowprox S954 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 11. | Nexen WinGuard Sport 2 WU7 | Lowcost | £91 89 V + 1 | |||
| 12. | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-32 | Premium | ||||
| 13. | Nexen WinGuard Sport | Lowcost | ||||
| 14. | Uniroyal WinterExpert | Upper-middle | £157 89 V | |||
| 15. | Barum Polaris 5 | Lowcost | £114 89 V | |||
| 16. | Yokohama BluEarth winter V905 | Upper-middle | ||||
| 17. | Imperial SnowDragon UHP | Lowcost |
