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Opel Kadett generations and tyre sizes

Kadett

Kadett A

1962 – 1965
Petrol29–35 kW (39–48 PS)Manual
Kadett

Kadett B

1965 – 1973
Petrol33–55 kW (45–75 PS)Manual / Automatic
Kadett

C

1973 – 1977
Petrol29–77 kW (39–105 PS)Manual
Kadett

C (1. Facelift)

1977 – 1979
Petrol29–85 kW (39–116 PS)Manual
Kadett

D

1979 – 1984
Petrol, Diesel39–85 kW (53–116 PS)Manual
Kadett

Kadett E

1984 – 1989
Diesel, Petrol40–110 kW (54–150 PS)Manual
Kadett

E (1. Facelift)

1989 – 1993
Diesel, Petrol42–110 kW (57–150 PS)Manual / Automatic

For the Opel Kadett in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (rated 8.8/10) and Toyo Proxes Comfort (rated 7.8/10). The Opel Kadett uses 6 tyre sizes across 7 generations. The Bridgestone Turanza T005 excels in Dry performance while the Toyo Proxes Comfort stands out in Comfort. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.

Summer tyres for Opel Kadett - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Summer tyres for Opel Kadett

Best tyres for Opel Kadett by category

Best for dry
Kumho Ecsta HS52
8.6/10
Best for wet
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.5/10
Best for comfort
Toyo Proxes Comfort
8.4/10
Best for noise
Continental EcoContact 6
8.3/10
Best budget
Linglong Sport Master
7.7/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Turanza T005
8.8/10

Tyre comparison for Opel Kadett

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Turanza T0058.88.58.57.77.9Premium120%
2Toyo Proxes Comfort7.87.17.77.68.4Upper-middle60%
3Continental EcoContact 67.75.38.28.38.1Premium340%
4Linglong Sport Master7.77.36.38.27.7Budget100%
5Cooper Summer7.6----Upper-middle100%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Summer tyres for Opel Kadett?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Summer tyres for Opel Kadett are: Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.8/10), Toyo Proxes Comfort (7.8/10), Continental EcoContact 6 (7.7/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Opel Kadett?
The Opel Kadett uses the following tyre sizes: / R, 175/70 R13, 185/60 R14, 175/65 R14, 185/65 R14, 185/55 R15.
How many generations does the Opel Kadett have?
The Opel Kadett has 7 generations, from 1962 to 1989.
What is the best budget tyre for Opel Kadett?
The highest-rated budget option for Opel Kadett is the Linglong Sport Master with a rating of 7.7/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Opel Kadett?
For wet road performance on Opel Kadett, the top-rated tyres are Bridgestone Turanza T005 (8.5/10) And Kumho Ecsta HS52 (8.1/10).
Are Bridgestone Turanza T005 good for Opel Kadett?
Yes, the Bridgestone Turanza T005 is the top-rated tyre for Opel Kadett with a rating of 8.8/10. Its strongest discipline is dry. It covers 120% of Opel Kadett tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Opel Kadett?
To choose the right tyres for Opel Kadett: 1) Check which tyre sizes fit your generation. 2) Choose between summer, winter, or all-season tyres. 3) Compare test ratings from independent organizations. 4) Consider your driving priorities (wet safety, comfort, mileage). 5) Decide between premium and budget segments based on your budget.

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