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Continental UltraContact NXT
ContinentalPremium
UltraContact NXT
AVD'26#2MOTOR'25#1AUTOMOTORSPORT'25#1
9.9
Price from£127
Expert summary
The UltraContact NXT is Continental's newest summer model, launched in 2024 with no predecessor — and it's already won both tests it entered. Wet performance is the standout, with short braking distances and confident handling on wet asphalt. Dry is precise too, though the dry braking slightly trails its wet capabilities. Comfort and noise levels are high, which makes it very pleasant for everyday use. Only 23 sizes are available so far, so check if yours is covered before getting too excited.
Recommended
#1
2026
theTire Lab.comRecommended#1 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Wet circle cornering
100%
Dry lane changing
100%
Dry handling
98%
+10
Wet handling - objective
63%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
56%
Aquaplaning - cross
45%
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Price variants (1)
205/55 R16 94 W
A A 69dB
£127
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£127
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Continental PremiumContact 7
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
NETZWELT'26#1AUTOZEITUNG'26#1REIFENTESTER'26#1
9.8
Price from£78
Expert summary
Continental did it again with the PremiumContact 7. It’s an incredibly well balanced tire with just the right wet and dry grip and above average mileage. Since it’s launch in 2023 it got nothing but the best results in the tests, the only downside being it’s premium price.
Recommended
#5
2026
theTire Lab.comRecommended#5 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Wet side guide
100%
Wet safety
100%
Safety
100%
+16
Rolling resistance
53%
Exterior noise
41%
Cost per warranted mile
13%
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Price variants (3)
205/55 R16 91 H
A C 71dB
£78
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mytyres.co.uk
£78
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£89
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V
A C 71dB
£93
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£93
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£94
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Dunlop Blue Response TG
DunlopPremium
Blue Response TG
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#1
9.8
Price from£61
Expert summary
The Dunlop Blue Response TG is a new summer touring tyre from Dunlop, designed as the successor to the long-running Dunlop Sport BluResponse. Positioned in the mid-range segment, it targets drivers looking for a balanced combination of wet and dry performance with good fuel efficiency. The tyre made an impressive debut by winning the AMS 2026 summer tyre test in the 195/55 R16 size. In the AMS test, the Blue Response TG achieved outstanding scores across the board: 9.7/10 for dry performance and an exceptional 9.9/10 for wet performance, demonstrating Dunlop's focus on safety in all conditions. The tyre also scored well for environmental characteristics with a 7.2/10 rating, reflecting improvements in rolling resistance and noise levels compared to its predecessor. Currently available in 195/55 R16 and 205/55 R16 sizes with a V speed rating (up to 240 km/h), the Blue Response TG is expected to expand its size range as production ramps up. The TG designation signals a new generation in Dunlop's touring-focused Blue Response lineup.
Recommended
#4
2026
theTire Lab.comRecommended#4 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Wet braking
100%
Wet side guide
100%
Wet handling - objective
100%
+8
Dry steering response
86%
Comfort
86%
Rolling resistance
14%
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Price variants (4)
205/55 R16 91 H £76
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£76
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205/55 R16 91 V £61
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£61
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£104
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205/55 R16 94 H £89
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£89
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205/55 R16 94 V £77
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£77
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Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
PirelliPremium
Cinturato (C3)
AVD'26#1TYREREVIEWS'26#1ADAC'26#2
9.5
Price from£96
Expert summary
When safety meets sportiness, you get the Pirelli Cinturato C3. It posted the best dry braking distance in test and backs it up with excellent wet grip and handling. Low rolling resistance adds efficiency to the mix, though noise levels and aquaplaning in standing water are only average.
Recommended
#8
2026
theTire Lab.comRecommended#8 Summer tires 2026
Performance
Dry braking
93%
Dry handling - objective
91%
Wet braking
91%
+9
Interior noise
43%
Cost per warranted mile
37%
Exterior noise
12%
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Price variants (1)
205/55 R16 94 V
A C 70dB
£96
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£96
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£122
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5
Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
GoodyearPremium
Efficient Grip Performance 2
ADAC'26#3AVD'26#3MOTOR'25#2
8.7
Price from£69
Expert summary
Despite its name, this tyre is focused mainly on efficiency and comfort, which is where it excels. It has got a great mileage, while maintaining very safe characteristics and therefore is recommended for drivers that value comfort over sportiness.
Performance
Mileage
100%
Cost per warranted mile
100%
Price/value
100%
+17
Aquaplaning - longitudal
47%
Interior noise
43%
Dry driving behavior
41%
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Price variants (6)
205/55 R16 91 H
A B 69dB
£69
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£69
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£86
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V
A B 69dB
£82
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£82
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mytyres.co.uk
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£84
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205/55 R16 91 W
A B 69dB
£88
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£88
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205/55 R16 94 V
A A 69dB
£86
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mytyres.co.uk
£86
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£98
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 W
A B 69dB
£108
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£108
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Vredestein Ultrac
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac
AUTOBILD'25#2TYREREVIEWS'25#3AFTONBLADET'25#7
4.3
Price from£86
Expert summary
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Performance
Sand traction
100%
Aquaplaning - cross
89%
Safety
86%
+20
Dry handling - objective
18%
Mileage
7%
Cost per warranted mile
0%
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Price variants (5)
205/55 R16 £86
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£86
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205/55 R16 £91
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£91
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Falken ZIEX ZE320
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE320
AUTOEXPRESS'26#1REIFENTESTER'26#2AVD'26#5
8.0
Price from£61
Expert summary
The ZE320 is Falken's follow-up to the ZE310, and in some areas it's a clear step forward — dry handling is strong, and it's one of the quietest tyres in its class. Tyre Reviews even rated it highly recommended with top marks in wet handling. That said, wet braking is a real weak spot, especially in cooler conditions, and cross aquaplaning protection is poor. Higher rolling resistance and limited mileage are familiar problems carried over from the predecessor. Available in only 52 sizes, it's still a decent pick if you prioritize a quiet, composed ride and don't push hard in the wet.
Performance
Exterior noise
92%
Dry braking
90%
Wet handling
89%
+9
Aquaplaning - cross
36%
Price/value
25%
Mileage
15%
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Price variants (4)
205/55 R16 91 V BLK£61
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£61
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£92
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 V £87
mytyres.co.uk
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£87
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205/55 R16 94 V XL BLK£70
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£70
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205/55 R16 94 W XL BLK£78
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£78
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Michelin Primacy 5
MichelinPremium
Primacy 5
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#3TYREREVIEWS'26#3AVD'26#4
8.1
Price from£93
Expert summary
The previous model was already a good, economy-focused model and the Primacy 5 is expected to take it even further with 18% better mileage. But Michelin said also the wet performance is improved, which is something we are looking forward to see in the tests.
Performance
Rolling resistance
95%
Mileage
86%
Dry steering response
86%
+11
Dry lane changing
43%
Dry braking
35%
Wet side guide
29%
View full review
Price variants (6)
205/55 R16 91 H
A B 70dB
£94
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£94
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£95
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205/55 R16 91 V
A A 68dB
£95
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£95
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£110
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V
A B 70dB
£93
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£93
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£95
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205/55 R16 91 W
A B 70dB
£97
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mytyres.co.uk
£97
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£102
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 H XL
A B 70dB
£102
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mytyres.co.uk
£102
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£128
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 V XL
A B 70dB
£104
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£104
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£106
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9
Michelin e.Primacy
MichelinPremium
e.Primacy
TOPTIREREVIEW'26#2MOTOR'25#3AUTOMOTORSPORT'25#4
6.7
Price from£105
Expert summary
100 out of 100 in rolling resistance, mileage, and EV suitability — the e.Primacy is in a class of its own when it comes to efficiency. It's also one of the quietest tyres you can buy. Just know that braking and wet cornering are average at best. A tyre for maximising range, not fun.
Performance
Rough-road noise
100%
Fuel efficiency
100%
Exterior noise
87%
+11
Aquaplaning - longitudal
38%
Wet circle cornering
28%
Aquaplaning - cross
18%
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Price variants (6)
205/55 R16 91 V £124
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£124
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205/55 R16 94 H £105
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£105
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10
Firestone Roadhawk 2
FirestoneUpper-middle
Roadhawk 2
AUTOEXPRESS'26#3NETZWELT'26#3ADAC'26#4
8.3
Price from£67
Expert summary
Firestone, the affordable brand belonging to the Bridgestone group, has a fresh addition to their lineup - the Roadhawk 2. And it seems like it’s set off for success - it offers the Bridgestone’s ENLITEN technology, which makes the rolling resistance and mileage exceptional for a budget tyre and it combines it with safe behavior on wet and dry.
Performance
Interior noise
100%
Wet side guide
86%
Aquaplaning - cross
79%
+14
Dry steering response
23%
Exterior noise
10%
Mileage
0%
View full review
Price variants (4)
205/55 R16 91 H
A C 71dB
£67
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£67
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V
A C 71dB
£69
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£69
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£96
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 W
A C 71dB
£71
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£71
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 V XL
A B 71dB
£79
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£79
In stock · Free shipping
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£101
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Bridgestone Turanza 6
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
TYREREVIEWS'26#4REIFENTESTER'26#5MOTOR'26#5
8.1
Price from£81
Expert summary
The Turanza 6 is quite a new addition to Bridgestone’s lineup, being introduced in 2023. Featuring the new ENLITEN technology, it should be lighter and have positive effect on fuel efficiency. In the tests, the efficiency is confirmed alongside with higher mileage. That being said, it somehow lacks the performance of other premium tyres, so we would recommend it only when the price is lower.
Performance
Interior noise
93%
Gravel traction
93%
Rolling resistance
89%
+20
Price/value
26%
Grass traction
26%
Safety
13%
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Price variants (4)
205/55 R16 91 H
A B 69dB
£85
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£85
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£86
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205/55 R16 91 V
A B 69dB
£81
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£81
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mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£88
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 W
A B 69dB
£89
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£89
In stock · Free shipping
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mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£94
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 V
A B 69dB
£93
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£93
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£95
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Bridgestone Turanza T005
BridgestonePremium
Turanza T005
MOTOR'25#4SPORTAUTO'24#3AUTOKLUBCR'23#3
8.8
Price from£87
Expert summary
The Turanza T005 was introduced in 2018, but still stands as a great tyre, offered in incredible 350 different sizes. It’s universal also in it’s properties - it’s a balanced mix of wet and dry performance with above-average rolling resistance.
Performance
Rolling resistance
95%
Dry driving behavior
84%
Wet handling - objective
83%
+21
Price/value
29%
Exterior noise
25%
Grass traction
11%
View full review
Price variants (19)
205/55 R16 91 V AO
A A 71dB
£87
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£87
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mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£93
In stock · Free shipping
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Michelin Primacy 4+
MichelinPremium
Primacy 4+
AUTOBILD'25#4TYREREVIEWS'25#5AUTOBILD'24#1
7.8
Price from£93
Expert summary
Built for comfort and longevity. The Primacy 4+ delivers outstanding mileage, low noise, and a smooth ride — all backed by short braking distances. Aquaplaning reserves and wet grip are modest, but if you value a quiet, comfortable ride with low running costs, this is the Michelin to get.
Performance
Mileage
89%
Comfort
81%
Rolling resistance
78%
+15
Wet side guide
14%
Price/value
0%
Safety
0%
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Price variants (5)
205/55 R16 91 H mfs £93
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£93
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205/55 R16 91 V mfs £100
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£100
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205/55 R16 94 H mfs XL £132
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£132
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205/55 R16 94 V mfs XL £144
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£144
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Maxxis Premitra HP6
MaxxisBudget
Premitra HP6
AUTOEXPRESS'26#4NETZWELT'26#5AUTOZEITUNG'26#7
6.4
Price from£63
Expert summary
The Premitra HP6 is Maxxis's latest summer touring tire, replacing the HP5 with meaningful improvements in longevity and wet safety. It delivers 10-15% better mileage and over 7% shorter wet braking distances thanks to connecting bridge sipes and four optimized longitudinal grooves. A 2025 Red Dot Design Award winner, it punches well above its budget positioning with A-rated wet grip across the 70-size lineup.
Performance
Wet circle cornering
100%
Dry handling - objective
82%
Dry handling
79%
+8
Interior noise
29%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
27%
Exterior noise
8%
View full review
Price variants (2)
205/55 R16 91 V £63
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£63
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205/55 R16 94 W £66
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£66
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£86
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Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun
FalkenUpper-middle
Ziex ZE310 Ecorun
MOTOR'25#5VIBILAGARE'24#4AUTOZEITUNG'24#6
6.9
Price from£72
Expert summary
Being usually one of the cheaper tyres in the test, the japanese Falken still delivers very safe characteristics for everyday driving. It suffers a bit in the efficiency department, with higher rolling resistance and limited mileage.
Performance
Dry driving behavior
93%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
85%
Aquaplaning - cross
80%
+22
Wet safety
29%
Rolling resistance
28%
Interior noise
25%
View full review
Price variants (9)
205/55 R16 91 V £92
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£92
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V £86
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£86
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205/55 R16 91 V AO£72
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£72
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205/55 R16 94 V £102
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£102
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16
Hankook Ventus Prime 4
HankookPremium
Ventus Prime 4
MOTOR'26#4AVD'26#8ADAC'26#11
7.6
Price from£73
Expert summary
Ventus Prime 4 Is our favorite every day tyre, as it offers premium safety at an affordable price. Short braking distances, good handling, but slightly worse at aquaplaning and comfort.
Performance
Sand traction
91%
Handling on gravel
91%
Price/value
90%
+15
Aquaplaning - cross
39%
Interior noise
37%
Mud traction
36%
View full review
Price variants (6)
205/55 R16 91 H 4PR£92
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mytyres.co.uk
£92
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V
A C 69dB
£73
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£73
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 V
A C 69dB
£88
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mytyres.co.uk
£88
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 V
A C 69dB
£98
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mytyres.co.uk
£98
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 94 W
A C 69dB
£78
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mytyres.co.uk
£78
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tyres-pneus-online.co.uk
£101
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205/55 R16 94 W XL
A C 69dB
£104
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mytyres.co.uk
£104
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17
Kumho Ecsta PS71
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta PS71
AUTOBILD'25#4AUTOBILD'25#6ADAC'25#13
8.6
Price from£75
Expert summary
The Kumho Ecsta PS71 has been around for a while and keeps showing up well in tests. Strong aquaplaning resistance, short braking distances, and balanced handling across conditions make it a dependable choice. Comfort and noise are where it compromises.
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
91%
Sand traction
90%
Aquaplaning - cross
87%
+17
Dry driving behavior
28%
Exterior noise
27%
Interior noise
23%
View full review
Price variants (3)
205/55 R16 91 V
B B 70dB
£75
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mytyres.co.uk
£75
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£84
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Nexen N Fera Primus
NexenBudget
N Fera Primus
MOTOR'26#6AUTOBILD'24#11ADAC'24#11
7.4
Price from£61
Expert summary
A very cheap tyre made in Europe with sufficient grip, but very short life. Not sporty. Good for people that don't drive just occasionally.
Performance
Interior noise
67%
Wet braking
67%
Wet circle cornering
66%
+8
Exterior noise
31%
Mileage
20%
Cost per warranted mile
5%
View full review
Price variants (3)
205/55 R16 91 V 4PR£64
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£64
In stock · Free shipping
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205/55 R16 91 W £61
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£61
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£87
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Continental EcoContact 6
ContinentalPremium
EcoContact 6
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#6AUTOZEITUNG'22#7ADAC'22#8
7.7
Price from£81
Performance
Dry steering response
100%
Rolling resistance
100%
Fuel efficiency
100%
+16
Aquaplaning - longitudal
11%
Aquaplaning - cross
8%
Wet handling - objective
0%
View full review
Price variants (21)
205/55 R16 91 H £152
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mytyres.co.uk
£152
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205/55 R16 91 H
A A 71dB
£89
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£89
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mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£92
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205/55 R16 91 V £94
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£94
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205/55 R16 91 V
B A 71dB
£81
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£81
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£112
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205/55 R16 91 V
A B 71dB
£116
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Toyo Proxes Comfort
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Comfort
AVD'26#7AUTOBILD'25#8AUTOBILD'25#11
7.8
Price from£60
Expert summary
A quiet, comfortable all-rounder at a competitive price. The Proxes Comfort delivers solid dry braking and balanced handling across conditions. It won't excel in aquaplaning or mileage, but it covers the basics well and keeps the cabin quiet.
Performance
Exterior noise
79%
Dry braking
78%
Wet side guide
71%
+18
Handling on gravel
22%
Dry steering response
10%
Dry lane changing
0%
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205/55 R16 £94
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£94
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£178
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205/55 R16 91 £87
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205/55 R16 91 H £71
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£72
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205/55 R16 91 V £72
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£72
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205/55 R16 94 £60
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£60
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205/55 R16 94 V XL£77
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Cooper Summer
CooperUpper-middle
Summer
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#7
7.6
Price from£56
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
100%
Wet side guide
86%
Wet handling
86%
+8
Rolling resistance
43%
Exterior noise
14%
Dry braking
0%
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205/55 R16 91 H
A B 70dB
£56
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£71
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205/55 R16 91 V
A B 70dB
£59
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£59
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£75
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205/55 R16 91 W
B C 71dB
£64
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£64
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£75
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205/55 R16 91 Y
B C 71dB
£67
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£67
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205/55 R16 94 W
B B 71dB
£72
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£72
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Pirelli P Zero PZ4
PirelliPremium
P Zero PZ4
AUTOBILD'25#3AUTOZEITUNG'25#5AUTOBILD'25#20
8.9
Price from£130
Expert summary
The P Zero range is with us for a long time, also being a favorite choice for car manufacturers as first equipment. It’s a good, well balanced and enjoyable tyre. It tends to get quite a few mid-life updates so make sure you get the latest one.
Performance
Wet handling - objective
97%
Wet circle cornering
95%
Wet handling
89%
+12
Rolling resistance
37%
Mileage
37%
Price/value
0%
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205/55 R16 94 T XL£130
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Kumho Ecsta HS52
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta HS52
ADAC'26#9AUTOBILD'24#2ADAC'24#3
7.6
Price from£60
Expert summary
The HS52 is one of our favorite tires, as the South Korean manufacturer packed a very good performance characteristics with super affordable price. And the best part is that the mileage isn’t compromised, which is usually the case with similar tyres.
Performance
Price/value
100%
Dry handling - objective
89%
Cost per warranted mile
84%
+10
Comfort
39%
Aquaplaning - cross
27%
Wet handling - objective
25%
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205/55 R16 91 H £61
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£61
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£64
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205/55 R16 91 V
A C 71dB
£62
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£62
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205/55 R16 91 V £76
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£76
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205/55 R16 91 V XL
A C 71dB
£60
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£60
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£61
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205/55 R16 91 V £81
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£81
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205/55 R16 91 W 4PR£64
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£64
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£70
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205/55 R16 91 W 4PR
A C 71dB
£76
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£76
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205/55 R16 94 V 4PR£66
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£66
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Kleber Dynaxer HP5
KleberUpper-middle
Dynaxer HP5
MOTOR'26#2TYREREVIEWS'26#7AUTOBILD'26#19
6.4
Price from£74
Performance
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Comfort
85%
Rolling resistance
78%
+8
Wet handling - objective
27%
Dry handling - objective
27%
Dry handling
20%
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205/55 R16 91 H £74
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205/55 R16 91 V £76
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205/55 R16 91 W £81
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205/55 R16 94 V £82
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205/55 R16 94 W £85
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BF Goodrich Advantage 2
BFUpper-middle
Goodrich Advantage 2
AUTOZEITUNG'26#5AVD'26#11AUTOBILD'26#27
6.7
Price from£74
Expert summary
The BFGoodrich Advantage 2 is a well-rounded summer touring tire that benefits from Michelin group technology and a completely redesigned tread pattern. It improves on its predecessor with 5% better longevity and 1.6 meters shorter wet braking distances while maintaining consistent performance across all disciplines. Available in an exceptionally wide 288-size range spanning 16 to 21 inches, it covers nearly every modern passenger car and SUV fitment.
Performance
Comfort
100%
Dry braking
93%
Aquaplaning - cross
86%
+6
Dry handling
29%
Wet handling - objective
14%
Wet handling
14%
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205/55 R16 91 H 0£74
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205/55 R16 91 V 0£79
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£79
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205/55 R16 94 V 0£83
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£83
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205/55 R16 94 W 0£90
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Uniroyal RainSport 5
UniroyalUpper-middle
RainSport 5
NETZWELT'26#4AUTOBILD'26#24AUTOBILD'25#23
6.9
Price from£71
Expert summary
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Performance
Wet handling - objective
100%
Aquaplaning - cross
95%
Interior noise
93%
+16
Dry handling
23%
Dry driving behavior
14%
Safety
14%
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205/55 R16 91 H £73
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£73
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£79
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205/55 R16 91 V £80
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£80
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205/55 R16 91 W £71
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£71
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£86
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205/55 R16 94 V £84
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£84
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BFGoodrich Advantage
BFGoodrichUpper-middle
Advantage
ADAC'26#10AUTOBILD'25#24AUTOBILD'24#12
7.0
Price from£74
Expert summary
The BFGoodrich Advantage is here to offer you a bargain—but it doesn't impress much beyond that. It has decent dry handling and provides a quiet ride with low rolling resistance, but performance on wet surfaces leaves much to be desired. If you're looking for an affordable option and are willing to compromise on wet grip and overall performance, it might still be worth considering. Expect satisfactory comfort but manage your expectations elsewhere.
Performance
Fuel efficiency
100%
Interior noise
93%
Comfort
83%
+17
Wet handling
23%
Wet safety
22%
Wet circle cornering
20%
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Price variants (10)
205/55 R16 91 H £74
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£74
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205/55 R16 91 V £76
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£76
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205/55 R16 91 W £78
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£78
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205/55 R16 91 W £128
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£128
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205/55 R16 94 V £85
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Semperit Speed-Life 3
SemperitBudget
Speed-Life 3
AUTOBILD'26#22AUTOBILD'25#26ADAC'24#14
5.5
Price from£67
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Performance
Wet side guide
90%
Price/value
84%
Exterior noise
79%
+12
Dry handling
31%
Wet circle cornering
28%
Dry braking
21%
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205/55 R16 91 H
B C 71dB
£67
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£67
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£96
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205/55 R16 91 V
B C 71dB
£72
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£72
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£98
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205/55 R16 91 W
B C 71dB
£69
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£69
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205/55 R16 94 V
B C 72dB
£77
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£77
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Viking ProTech NewGen
VikingBudget
ProTech NewGen
AUTOBILD'26#36AUTOBILD'25#34ADAC'23#25
4.0
Price from£76
Performance
Fuel efficiency
100%
Mileage
81%
Interior noise
69%
+6
Dry driving behavior
6%
Safety
6%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
0%
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205/55 R16 91 W £76
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205/55 R16 94 V XL£77
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205/55 R16 tyre test

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Dry

1. Continental UltraContact NXT
90%
2. Falken ZIEX ZE320
87%
3. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
84%
4. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
83%
5. Continental PremiumContact 7
80%
6. Hankook Ventus Prime 4
79%
7. Kumho Ecsta HS52
78%
8. Bridgestone Turanza T005
78%
9. Michelin e.Primacy
75%
10. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
73%
11. Toyo Proxes Comfort
72%
12. Firestone Roadhawk
72%
13. Michelin Primacy 4+
70%
14. Maxxis Premitra HP5
70%
15. Pirelli Cinturato P7
70%

Wet

1. Uniroyal RainSport 5
81%
2. Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
81%
3. Vredestein Ultrac
78%
4. Continental PremiumContact 7
78%
5. Continental UltraContact NXT
75%
6. Kumho Ecsta PS71
73%
7. Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2
73%
8. Nexen N Fera Primus
73%
9. Semperit Speed-Life 3
73%
10. Bridgestone Turanza T005
72%
11. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
72%
12. Firestone Roadhawk 2
69%
13. Falken ZIEX ZE320
69%
14. Michelin Primacy 5
68%
15. Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
68%

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Clubman 2019
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2019
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C3
2017
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CT
2017
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2008
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Tipo 2016
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Did you know ...?

205/55 R16 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for summer tyres - there are 245 tyre models available, which can be compared to 225/45 R17, 195/65 R15, 225/50 R17. Let's break down the sizing - 55 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 55% of the tyre width (205mm), which means the sidewall height has 112.75 mm. The wheel diameter is R16, which means it fits to a 16 inch/406.4mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 1985.17 mm, which is very similar to 225/50 R16(1983.6 mm), 185/75 R14(1988.94 mm), 180/55 R17(1978.58 mm), 295/30 R18(1992.4 mm), 225/45 R17(1992.71 mm), 195/65 R15(1993.34 mm), 215/40 R18(1976.69 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for summer tyres in 205/55 R16: H(210km/h), Q(160km/h), V(240km/h), W(270km/h), Y(300km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 89, 91, 94, 95. You can find 205/55 R16 on 114 car models - mainly .

205/55 R16 tire tests

YearOrganizationSizeTested
2026
AUTOEXPRESSAUTOEXPRESS
205/55 R161 Tyres
2026
NETZWELTNETZWELT
205/55 R161 Tyres
2025
MOTORMOTOR
205/55 R161 Tyres
2024
AUTOBILDAUTOBILD
205/55 R162 Tyres
2023
AUTOKLUBCRAUTOKLUBCR
205/55 R161 Tyres
2023
TYREREVIEWSTYREREVIEWS
205/55 R161 Tyres
2023
ADACADAC
205/55 R161 Tyres

There are 30 runflat variants available.

205/55 R16 is found on 114 vehicles:

Alfa RomeoAlfa Romeo
GT159164Giulietta166147156
AudiAudi
TTA3A4A680
BMWBMW
Z43er-Reihe2er-Reihe1er-Reihe
CITROËNCITROËN
C3C4C4 Cactus
DaciaDacia
SanderoLogan
FiatFiat
500LTipoCromaBravoStilo
FordFord
FocusEcoSportMondeoTourneo ConnectC-MAX
HondaHonda
S2000FR-VCivicAccord
HyundaiHyundai
Coupéix20i30IONIQ
ChevroletChevrolet
EvandaAveo
ChryslerChrysler
PT Cruiser
JaguarJaguar
X-Type
KiaKia
Carenscee´dSoulVenga
LanciaLancia
LybraDeltaKappa
LexusLexus
ISCT
MaseratiMaserati
Quattroporte
MazdaMazda
635
Mercedes-BenzMercedes-Benz
A-KlasseSLCCLC-KlasseSLK-KlasseCLK-KlasseB-KlasseC-KlasseCLA
MiniMini
MINIClubman
MitsubishiMitsubishi
Eclipse
NissanNissan
200SXLeafAlmera Tino
OpelOpel
ZafiraVectraMerivaAstra
PeugeotPeugeot
307308207406Partner2008
PorschePorsche
Boxster968
RenaultRenault
LagunaMéganeFluenceScénic
SaabSaab
9000
SeatSeat
AlhambraToledoExeoAlteaLeon
SkodaSkoda
OctaviaScalaSuperb
SubaruSubaru
LegacyBRZImpreza
ToyotaToyota
AurisAvensisGT86CorollaCorolla Verso
VolkswagenVolkswagen
PassatBeetleTouranJettaGolfBora
VolvoVolvo
S40/S50/V40/V50S70/V70/XC70C30S60/V60
VW CommercialVW Commercial
Caddy

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