Segment
1. Uniroyal RainSport 5 Upper-middle2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Lowcost3. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Lowcost4. Sava Intensa UHP Lowcost
Comparison: Sava Intensa UHP 2 vs. Uniroyal RainSport 5 vs. Barum Bravuris 5 HM vs. Sava Intensa UHP
Sava Intensa UHP 2 vs Uniroyal RainSport 5 — comparison and test summary
This comparison looks at the Sava Intensa UHP 2 and the Uniroyal RainSport 5, two summer tyres aimed at performance and safety. Below you’ll find a concise summary of test results, strengths and weaknesses, and a clear verdict to help you choose based on real test data.
Quick facts: our aggregated ratings: Uniroyal 65% vs Sava 63%. Neither model is listed as replaced by a newer generation. The Sava follows the earlier Sava Intensa UHP.
What the tests say — highlights
- Autobild (comparative test): Sava Intensa UHP 2 finished much higher in the field (position 15 of 51) than the Uniroyal RainSport 5 (position 36 of 51), indicating stronger overall balance in that specific test.
- Uniroyal strengths: repeatedly noted for outstanding aquaplaning resistance — top marks in both longitudinal and cross aquaplaning checks. This makes the RainSport 5 a clear choice for drivers prioritising wet-weather safety.
- Sava strengths & weaknesses: across Autobild 2021 and 2023 summaries the Intensa UHP 2 is praised for short dry and wet braking, low rolling resistance, stable dry handling, good comfort and attractive price. Early notes flagged some understeer in wet/dry handling and only moderate aquaplaning reserve, but later testing (2023) records improved aquaplaning safety reserves. A consistent downside is limited tread life.
Detailed strengths and weaknesses
Sava Intensa UHP 2 — Strengths: short braking distances on dry and wet, low rolling resistance that helps fuel economy, comfortable ride and strong value for money. In Autobild tests it ranked significantly better overall than the RainSport 5, which suggests a well-balanced tyre for mixed driving. Weaknesses: earlier tests noted understeer tendencies in some conditions and limited longevity; tread-wear is a concern if mileage is high.
Uniroyal RainSport 5 — Strengths: class-leading aquaplaning performance (longitudinal and cross) and excellent wet handling stability. The slightly higher aggregated rating reflects its wet-weather focus and technical tuning for safety in heavy rain. Weaknesses: in the Autobild comparative it placed much lower overall, indicating compromises elsewhere (price, dry performance, comfort or wear) compared with competitors in that particular lineup.
Head-to-head verdict
Which is better overall? It depends on priorities:
- If your primary concern is wet-weather safety and maximum aquaplaning resistance, the Uniroyal RainSport 5 is the stronger pick.
- If you want a balanced, good-value summer tyre with strong dry performance, low rolling resistance and better relative placement in Autobild tests, the Sava Intensa UHP 2 is likely the better choice.
Manufacturer pages: Sava — Sava official; Uniroyal — Uniroyal official.
Bottom line: Uniroyal wins on wet/aquaplaning safety; Sava wins as a well-rounded, value-focused summer tyre with especially good dry braking and low rolling resistance. Choose based on whether wet performance or overall balance and cost per kilometre matter more to you.
Number of sizes available
Number of tests
Best position in test
Worst position in test
Average position in tests
2. Sava Intensa UHP 2 13.333. Uniroyal RainSport 5 16.074. Barum Bravuris 5 HM 26.38
Year of the last test
Best rating in test
3. Sava Intensa UHP Satisfactory4. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Satisfactory
Worst rating in test
1. Sava Intensa UHP Satisfactory2. Uniroyal RainSport 5 Satisfactory3. Sava Intensa UHP 2 Still recommended4. Barum Bravuris 5 HM Conditionally recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Comfort
(Overall rating)Outside noise accoring to EU label
Costs
(Overall rating)Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Mutual Tests Available
These tyres were tested together in 5 test(s). Click to view detailed head-to-head results.
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Mutual tests
| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32.8 | 25.2 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 35.2 | 30.2 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 37.4 | 29.2 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32.6 | 27.4 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 35.9 | 34.4 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 37.4 | 30.3 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2- | 2 | ||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 3+ | 2- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 58.1 | 24.8 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 61.7 | 27.4 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 63.9 | 26.5 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 69.3 | 29.5 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Sava Intensa UHP 2 | 36,3 | 29,8 | |||||
| Uniroyal RainSport 5 | 38,4 | 33,5 | |||||
| Barum Bravuris 5 HM | 40 | 33,3 | |||||
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