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225/55 R18 - Best summer tyres 2026 - market overview, tests, reviews

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8.4
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Best tyres in tests (2026)

Default order: highest overall test rating first. Ratings combine tests in different tyre sizes.

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Continental UltraContact NXT
ContinentalPremium
UltraContact NXT
AVD'26#2MOTOR'25#1AUTOMOTORSPORT'25#1
9.9
Price from£146
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.
Performance
Wet circle cornering
100%
Dry lane changing
100%
Dry handling
98%
+10
Wet handling - objective
63%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
56%
Aquaplaning - cross
45%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 V
A A 69dB
£146
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Continental PremiumContact 7
ContinentalPremium
PremiumContact 7
NETZWELT'26#1AUTOZEITUNG'26#1REIFENTESTER'26#1
9.8
Price from£123
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.
Performance
Wet side guide
100%
Wet safety
100%
Safety
100%
+16
Rolling resistance
53%
Exterior noise
41%
Cost per warranted mile
13%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V
A C 71dB
£123
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£126
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Dunlop Blue Response TG
DunlopPremium
Blue Response TG
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#1
9.8
Price from£105
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.
Performance
Wet braking
100%
Wet side guide
100%
Wet handling - objective
100%
+8
Dry steering response
86%
Comfort
86%
Rolling resistance
14%
Price variants (2)
225/55 R18 98 V £105
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225/55 R18 102 V £112
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Hankook ION Evo
HankookPremium
ION Evo
AUTOBILD'25#1
9.6
Price from£148
Expert summary
Hankook designed the ION Evo specifically for electric vehicles and it shows. It combines low rolling resistance with good aquaplaning safety, short braking distances and excellent handling dynamics. Comfort and mileage are also strong points, making it a well-rounded EV tyre with very few compromises.
Performance
Wet handling
100%
Wet circle cornering
100%
Wet braking
100%
+6
Price/value
71%
Rolling resistance
71%
Exterior noise
57%
Price variants (2)
225/55 R18 102 W
A B 69dB
£148
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225/55 R18 102 W XL
A B 69dB
£161
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Pirelli Cinturato (C3)
PirelliPremium
Cinturato (C3)
AVD'26#1TYREREVIEWS'26#1ADAC'26#2
9.5
Price from£132
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.
Performance
Dry braking
93%
Dry handling - objective
91%
Wet braking
91%
+9
Interior noise
43%
Cost per warranted mile
37%
Exterior noise
12%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 Y
A B 70dB
£132
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£132
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Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
GoodyearPremium
Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
AUTOZEITUNG'26#2AUTOBILD'26#2SPORTAUTO'26#2
9.4
Price from£128
Expert summary
The Asymmetric 6 is the latest addition in the Eagle F1 range, offering great compromise between every day comfort and sporty driving. While it has dynamic steering response, it’s also very good on wet and has a low rolling resistance. Definitely recommended!
Performance
Dry steering response
100%
Mileage
100%
Wet side guide
100%
+21
Sand traction
51%
Mud traction
50%
Interior noise
23%
Price variants (2)
225/55 R18 98 Y
A C 69dB
£128
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£128
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£140
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225/55 R18 102 Y
A C 70dB
£144
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Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV
GoodyearPremium
Efficientgrip 2 SUV
MOTOR'26#3AUTOBILD'25#3AUTOBILD'23#4
9.2
Price from£120
Expert summary
Comfortable and quiet SUV tyre that is very well balanced with a lean towards durability
Performance
Mileage
100%
Interior noise
100%
Exterior noise
91%
+12
Dry handling
64%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
62%
Dry braking
49%
Price variants (3)
225/55 R18 98 V
A B 70dB
£120
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£120
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£120
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225/55 R18 102 V
A B 70dB
£123
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£123
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Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
PirelliPremium
P ZERO PZ4
AUTOBILD'25#3AUTOZEITUNG'25#5AUTOBILD'25#20
8.9
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%
9
Bridgestone Turanza T005
BridgestonePremium
Turanza T005
MOTOR'25#4SPORTAUTO'24#3AUTOKLUBCR'23#3
8.8
Price from£101
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%
Price variants (6)
225/55 R18 98 H
C C 72dB
£101
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£101
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£137
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225/55 R18 102 Y
A B 72dB
£140
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£142
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Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance 2
GoodyearPremium
Efficient Grip Performance 2
ADAC'26#3AVD'26#3MOTOR'25#2
8.7
Price from£143
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%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 V XL
A A 70dB
£143
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Firestone Roadhawk 2
FirestoneUpper-middle
Roadhawk 2
AUTOEXPRESS'26#3NETZWELT'26#3ADAC'26#4
8.3
Price from£103
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%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V Enliten / EV
A B 71dB
£103
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Michelin Primacy 5
MichelinPremium
Primacy 5
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#3TYREREVIEWS'26#3AVD'26#4
8.1
Price from£135
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%
Price variants (4)
225/55 R18 98 V
A B 70dB
£135
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£135
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£140
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225/55 R18 102 V
A A 69dB
£154
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£154
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£158
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225/55 R18 102 V
A B 70dB
£155
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£155
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£156
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225/55 R18 102 Y
A B 70dB
£165
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£165
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£171
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Bridgestone Turanza 6
BridgestonePremium
Turanza 6
TYREREVIEWS'26#4REIFENTESTER'26#5MOTOR'26#5
8.1
Price from£120
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%
Price variants (6)
225/55 R18 98 V
A B 69dB
£120
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£120
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225/55 R18 98 V
B B 68dB
£132
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£132
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225/55 R18 102 Y £140
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£140
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£194
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225/55 R18 102 Y RE0
A A 69dB
£177
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£177
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£182
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225/55 R18 102 Y
B A 69dB
£159
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Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K127
HankookPremium
Ventus S1 evo3 K127
REIFENTESTER'25#4AUTOZEITUNG'24#3AUTOBILD'23#1
8.1
Price from£129
Expert summary
Hankook Ventus tyres are designed to offer a very sporty experience for affordable price, which is also the case for evo3. It’s also safe on wet and got short braking distances, the only drawback being lower mileage.
Performance
Fuel efficiency
87%
Wet safety
75%
Wet braking
75%
+17
Aquaplaning - cross
24%
Dry handling - objective
11%
Dry steering response
11%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 Y
B A 69dB
£129
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£129
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Falken Azenis FK520
FalkenUpper-middle
Azenis FK520
SPORTAUTO'26#3ACE'26#4AUTOBILD'26#8
8.0
Price from£120
Expert summary
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.
Performance
Price/value
95%
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Exterior noise
84%
+19
Gravel traction
35%
Wet handling
32%
Interior noise
17%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 W Y XL NBLK£120
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Falken ZIEX ZE320
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE320
AUTOEXPRESS'26#1REIFENTESTER'26#2AVD'26#5
8.0
Price from£98
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%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V £98
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£98
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Toyo Proxes Comfort
ToyoUpper-middle
Proxes Comfort
AVD'26#7AUTOBILD'25#8AUTOBILD'25#11
7.8
Price from£114
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%
Price variants (2)
225/55 R18 98 V £122
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£122
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225/55 R18 102 £114
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£114
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£131
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Michelin Primacy 4+
MichelinPremium
Primacy 4+
AUTOBILD'25#4TYREREVIEWS'25#5AUTOBILD'24#1
7.8
Price from£159
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%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 V mfs XL £159
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Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
DunlopPremium
SP Sport MAXX RT2
AUTOBILD'25#9ADAC'25#9AUTOBILD'25#19
7.7
Price from£123
Expert summary
The SP Sport MAXX RT2 has been in Dunlop's lineup for a long time, and it shows. Decent aquaplaning resistance and comfortable ride are probably its best qualities, and rolling resistance is reasonable too. But wet braking and wet handling have never been its strong suits, and the dry handling can be unpredictable. As the rest of the segment moved on, it's been struggling to keep up in the tests, which makes it hard to recommend at a premium price.
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
94%
Comfort
86%
Aquaplaning - cross
85%
+14
Dry braking
40%
Wet handling - objective
39%
Wet braking
38%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 102 V
B B 72dB
£123
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Continental EcoContact 6
ContinentalPremium
EcoContact 6
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#6AUTOZEITUNG'22#7ADAC'22#8
7.7
Price from£130
Performance
Dry steering response
100%
Rolling resistance
100%
Fuel efficiency
100%
+16
Aquaplaning - longitudal
11%
Aquaplaning - cross
8%
Wet handling - objective
0%
Price variants (5)
225/55 R18 98 V mfs
C D 70dB
£130
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£130
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£132
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225/55 R18 102 Y
A A 72dB
£138
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£138
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£144
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225/55 R18 102 Y
A B 71dB
£139
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£139
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£147
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225/55 R18 102 Y XL
B A 72dB
£152
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£152
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£172
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225/55 R18 102 Y
B A 72dB
£148
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Hankook Ventus Prime 4
HankookPremium
Ventus Prime 4
MOTOR'26#4AVD'26#8ADAC'26#11
7.6
Price from£109
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%
Price variants (4)
225/55 R18 98 V mfs
B C 72dB
£170
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£170
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225/55 R18 98 V
A B 69dB
£109
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£109
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£127
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225/55 R18 98 V mfs
A B 69dB
£121
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£121
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225/55 R18 98 V
A B 69dB
£109
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Cooper Summer
CooperUpper-middle
Summer
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#7
7.6
Price from£116
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
100%
Wet side guide
86%
Wet handling
86%
+8
Rolling resistance
43%
Exterior noise
14%
Dry braking
0%
Price variants (2)
225/55 R18 98 V
B B 68dB
£118
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£118
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225/55 R18 102 V
B B 68dB
£116
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£116
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£123
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Kumho Ecsta HS52
KumhoUpper-middle
Ecsta HS52
ADAC'26#9AUTOBILD'24#2ADAC'24#3
7.6
Price from£95
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%
Price variants (2)
225/55 R18 102 W XL
A B 72dB
£95
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£95
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£113
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225/55 R18 102 W £95
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£95
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Uniroyal RainSport 5
UniroyalUpper-middle
RainSport 5
NETZWELT'26#4AUTOBILD'26#24AUTOBILD'25#23
6.9
Price from£103
Expert summary

Uniroyal RainSport 5: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 69/100; Recorded test appearances: 12; Listed sizes: 102.

Performance
Wet handling - objective
100%
Aquaplaning - cross
95%
Interior noise
93%
+16
Dry handling
23%
Dry driving behavior
14%
Safety
14%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V £103
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£103
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£121
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26
Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
FalkenUpper-middle
ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun
MOTOR'25#5VIBILAGARE'24#4AUTOZEITUNG'24#6
6.9
Price from£139
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%
Price variants (3)
225/55 R18 98 V £139
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£139
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27
BF Goodrich Advantage 2
BFUpper-middle
Goodrich Advantage 2
AUTOZEITUNG'26#5AVD'26#11AUTOBILD'26#27
6.7
Price from£108
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%
Price variants (5)
225/55 R18 98 H 0£133
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mytyres.co.uk
£133
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225/55 R18 98 V 0£127
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mytyres.co.uk
£127
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225/55 R18 98 V 0£110
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£110
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225/55 R18 102 V 0£108
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mytyres.co.uk
£108
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225/55 R18 102 Y 0£110
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£110
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28
Michelin e.Primacy
MichelinPremium
e.Primacy
TOPTIREREVIEW'26#2MOTOR'25#3AUTOMOTORSPORT'25#4
6.7
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%
29
Dunlop Sport Maxx RT2
DunlopPremium
Sport Maxx RT2
AUTOBILD'26#13AUTOBILD'26#17
6.7
Price from£108
Performance
Comfort
100%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
84%
Aquaplaning - cross
84%
+6
Dry braking
26%
Mileage
26%
Wet braking
21%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V
B C 71dB
£108
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£108
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£155
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Vredestein Ultrac+
VredesteinPremium
Ultrac+
AUTOMOTORSPORT'26#2AVD'26#10TYREREVIEWS'26#10
6.6
Price from£109
Performance
Aquaplaning - longitudal
86%
Wet side guide
86%
Aquaplaning - cross
67%
+9
Dry handling
36%
Mileage
14%
Dry steering response
0%
Price variants (3)
225/55 R18 98 V £109
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£109
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225/55 R18 98 V £131
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£131
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225/55 R18 102 Y £110
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mytyres.co.uk
£110
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£145
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Kleber Dynaxer HP5
KleberUpper-middle
Dynaxer HP5
MOTOR'26#2TYREREVIEWS'26#7AUTOBILD'26#19
6.4
Price from£119
Performance
Cost per warranted mile
90%
Comfort
85%
Rolling resistance
78%
+8
Wet handling - objective
27%
Dry handling - objective
27%
Dry handling
20%
Price variants (4)
225/55 R18 £119
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£119
In stock · Free shipping
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225/55 R18 98 V £120
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£120
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225/55 R18 102 V £126
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£126
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225/55 R18 102 Y £128
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£128
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Debica Presto
DebicaBudget
Presto
MOTOR'26#7
6.1
Price from£90
Performance
Dry handling
100%
Exterior noise
100%
Rolling resistance
100%
+3
Wet handling
29%
Wet braking
14%
Aquaplaning - cross
0%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V
B B 69dB
£90
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£90
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34
Semperit Speed-Life 3
SemperitBudget
Speed-Life 3
AUTOBILD'26#22AUTOBILD'25#26ADAC'24#14
5.5
Price from£109
Expert summary

Semperit Speed-Life 3: Season: Summer; Tirelab rating: 55/100; Recorded test appearances: 13; Listed sizes: 90.

Performance
Wet side guide
90%
Price/value
84%
Exterior noise
79%
+12
Dry handling
31%
Wet circle cornering
28%
Dry braking
21%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V
B C 71dB
£109
mytyres.co.uk
mytyres.co.uk
£109
In stock · Free shipping
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£125
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Cooper Zeon 4XS Sport
CooperUpper-middle
Zeon 4XS Sport
AUTOBILD'26#29AUTOBILD'23#11
4.9
Price from£130
Performance
Gravel traction
100%
Wet handling - objective
90%
Dry handling
80%
+15
Comfort
20%
Fuel efficiency
14%
Aquaplaning - cross
11%
Price variants (3)
225/55 R18 V £130
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£130
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Viking Protech NewGen
VikingBudget
Protech NewGen
AUTOBILD'26#36AUTOBILD'25#34ADAC'23#25
4.0
Price from£98
Performance
Fuel efficiency
100%
Mileage
81%
Interior noise
69%
+6
Dry driving behavior
6%
Safety
6%
Aquaplaning - longitudal
0%
Price variants (1)
225/55 R18 98 V mfs£98
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£98
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Avon ZX7
AvonBudget
ZX7
AUTOBILD'26#30TYREREVIEWS'21#8
3.8
Performance
Dry handling
100%
Wet handling
63%
Dry braking
25%
+4
Gravel traction
13%
Exterior noise
13%
Rolling resistance
0%

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81%
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78%
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78%
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75%
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75%
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73%
8. Bridgestone Turanza T005
72%
9. Pirelli P ZERO PZ4
72%
10. Firestone Roadhawk 2
69%
11. Falken ZIEX ZE320
69%
12. Michelin Primacy 5
68%
13. Falken Ziex ZE310 Ecorun
68%
14. Michelin Primacy 4+
67%
15. Hankook Ventus Prime 4
65%

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225/55 R18 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for summer tyres - there are 36 tyre models available, which can be compared to 185/65 R15, 195/65 R16, 165/60 R14. Let's break down the sizing - 55 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 55% of the tyre width (225mm), which means the sidewall height has 123.75 mm. The wheel diameter is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 2213.88 mm, which is very similar to 275/45 R18(2213.88 mm), 245/35 R21(2214.51 mm), 285/30 R21(2212.94 mm), 245/40 R20(2211.68 mm), 215/75 R15(2210.11 mm), 245/45 R19(2208.85 mm), 275/40 R19(2207.28 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for summer tyres in 225/55 R18: 0(km/h), H(210km/h), V(240km/h), W(270km/h), Y(300km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 97, 98, 102. You can find 225/55 R18 on 24 car models - mainly .

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