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Comparison: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs. Cooper Zeon CS8 vs. GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2 vs. Falken e.Ziex vs. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4

The article presents a detailed comparison between two prominent summer tyre models: the Maxxis Premitra HP5 and the Cooper Zeon CS8.


The Maxxis Premitra HP5 achieves an impressive rating of 78% in our evaluations. Some of the most crucial attributes of this tyre are its stellar aquaplaning performance across various categories and excellent safety reserves recognized in the Autobild test where this tyre secured 18th place out of 52 tyres. It was praised for its good mileage and short dry braking distances. According to ADAC, the tyre was found to exhibit slightly delayed steering response alongside mediocre grip levels on both wet and dry tracks. One of the downsides highlighted in Autobild 2022 is its understeering dry handling and slightly reduced lifetime.


On the other hand, the British-made Cooper Zeon CS8, highlights its position in the Autobild test, securing the 19th position out of 52 tyres, trailing just one position behind the Maxxis Premitra HP5. Unfortunately, our rating for the Cooper Zeon CS8 stands at a rather slightly disappointing 56%.


Direct comparison from Gute-Fahrt test reveals the Maxxis Premitra HP5 occupying the better 7th position, compared to the 9th position secured by the Cooper Zeon CS8 out of a total of 10 tyres tested.


In summary, both Maxxis and Cooper tyres have demonstrated robust performance in various tests. However, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 presents an undeniable edge over the Cooper Zeon CS8. Specifically, the Maxxis Premitra HP5's incredible aquaplaning skills, and relatively good dry braking distance distinguish it from the Cooper Zeon CS8. While both tyres have areas to improve such as better handling and grip, Maxxis Premitra HP5 consistently outperforms its counterpart in most categories, reflecting its superior overall quality and performance.

Test Profile

Maxxis
Premitra HP5
Cooper
Zeon CS8
GoodYear
Efficientgrip Performance 2
Falken
e.Ziex
Pirelli
P ZERO PZ4
Number of tests
31
14
3
3
14
Best position
#1
#9
#2
#2
#2
Average position
9.5
19.7
3.3
3.7
5.5
Latest test
2024
2024
2026
2025
2025
Available sizes
64
145
40
34
706

Wet

Wet
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
Cooper Zeon CS8
78%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Falken e.Ziex
75%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
83%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Maxxis Premitra HP5
86%
Cooper Zeon CS8
84%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
66%
Falken e.Ziex
68%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
76%
Aquaplaning - cross
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%
Cooper Zeon CS8
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
69%
Falken e.Ziex
61%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
68%
Wet braking
Maxxis Premitra HP5
71%
Cooper Zeon CS8
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
78%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
78%
Wet circle cornering
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Cooper Zeon CS8
76%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
61%
Falken e.Ziex
77%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
89%
Wet handling
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Cooper Zeon CS8
86%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
74%
Falken e.Ziex
69%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
90%

Dry

Dry
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
Cooper Zeon CS8
72%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
85%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Dry handling
Maxxis Premitra HP5
85%
Cooper Zeon CS8
89%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Falken e.Ziex
81%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
82%
Dry braking
Maxxis Premitra HP5
84%
Cooper Zeon CS8
59%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
77%
Falken e.Ziex
88%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
80%
Dry driving behavior
Maxxis Premitra HP5
83%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
65%
Dry lane changing
Maxxis Premitra HP5
78%
Cooper Zeon CS8
75%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
75%
Falken e.Ziex
87%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
85%
Dry steering response
Maxxis Premitra HP5
88%
Cooper Zeon CS8
60%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
88%
Falken e.Ziex
73%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
84%

Comfort

Comfort
Maxxis Premitra HP5
76%
Cooper Zeon CS8
80%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
70%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
75%
Exterior noise
Maxxis Premitra HP5
74%
Cooper Zeon CS8
80%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
67%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
77%
Comfort
Maxxis Premitra HP5
79%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
59%
Falken e.Ziex
78%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
74%

Offroad

Offroad
Maxxis Premitra HP5
81%
Cooper Zeon CS8
90%

Costs

Costs
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Cooper Zeon CS8
52%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
83%
Falken e.Ziex
80%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
52%
Rolling resistance
Maxxis Premitra HP5
59%
Cooper Zeon CS8
49%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
72%
Falken e.Ziex
95%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
59%
Mileage
Maxxis Premitra HP5
54%
Cooper Zeon CS8
63%
GoodYear Efficientgrip Performance 2
99%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
49%
Price/value
Maxxis Premitra HP5
56%
Cooper Zeon CS8
43%
Falken e.Ziex
60%
Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
28%

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