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Rover 45 generations and tyre sizes

45

RT

2000 – 2004
Diesel, Petrol74–110 kW (101–150 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/65 R14195/55 R15205/45 R16
45

RT (1. Facelift)

2004 – 2005
Diesel, Petrol74–110 kW (101–150 PS)Manual / Automatic
185/65 R14195/55 R15205/45 R16

For the Rover 45 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (rated 9.0/10) and Continental WinterContact TS 860 (rated 9.0/10). The Rover 45 uses 3 tyre sizes across 2 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.

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

Winter tyres for Rover 45 - market overview, tests, reviews 2026

Best Winter tyres for Rover 45

Best tyres for Rover 45 by category

Best for dry
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for wet
Continental WinterContact TS 860
9.4/10
Best for comfort
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
8.9/10
Best for noise
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
9.3/10
Best for snow
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
9.5/10
Best budget
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
8.1/10
Best overall
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
9.0/10

Tyre comparison for Rover 45

#TyreRatingWetDryNoiseComfortSegmentFit
1Bridgestone Blizzak LM-0059.09.28.48.48.3Premium100%
2Continental WinterContact TS 8609.09.48.67.98.1Premium133%
3Dunlop Winter Sport 58.98.18.17.97.8Premium66%
4Kleber KRISALP HP38.97.56.97.88.0Upper-middle100%
5BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 28.77.27.48.38.1Upper-middle100%

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best Winter tyres for Rover 45?
Based on aggregated test results, the top-rated Winter tyres for Rover 45 are: Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.0/10), Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.0/10), Dunlop Winter Sport 5 (8.9/10). Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
What tyre sizes fit Rover 45?
The Rover 45 uses the following tyre sizes: 185/65 R14, 195/55 R15, 205/45 R16.
How many generations does the Rover 45 have?
The Rover 45 has 2 generations, from 2000 to 2004.
What is the best budget tyre for Rover 45?
The highest-rated budget option for Rover 45 is the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 with a rating of 8.1/10 (Budget segment).
What is the best tyre for wet roads for Rover 45?
For wet road performance on Rover 45, the top-rated tyres are Continental WinterContact TS 860 (9.4/10) And Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 (9.2/10).
Are Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 good for Rover 45?
Yes, the Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 is the top-rated tyre for Rover 45 with a rating of 9.0/10. Its strongest discipline is wet. It covers 100% of Rover 45 tyre sizes.
How to choose tyres for Rover 45?
To choose the right tyres for Rover 45: 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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