For electric cars we recommend EV-specific tyres with low rolling resistance and reinforced load rating to protect range and handle instant torque.
For the VW Golf in 2026, the top-rated Summer tyres are Hankook Ventus Evo (rated 9.9/10) and Dunlop Blue Response TG (rated 9.8/10). The VW Golf uses 27 tyre sizes across 13 generations. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.
#1Summer
HankookHankook tyres are getting better with every new generation and the Ventus Evo is the latest evolution. It aims for the stars with excellent dry and wet handling, best-in-test wet braking and top aquap
#2Summer
DunlopThe 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 lo
#3Summer
PirelliThe 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
| # | Tyre | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Comfort | Segment | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hankook Ventus Evo | 9.9 | 9.0 | 9.1 | 8.8 | 8.6 | Premium | 57% |
| 2 | Dunlop Blue Response TG | 9.8 | - | - | - | - | Premium | 53% |
| 3 | Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | 8.9 | 8.5 | 7.9 | 7.8 | 7.6 | Premium | 61% |
| 4 | Bridgestone Turanza T005 | 8.8 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 7.7 | 7.9 | Premium | 296% |
| 5 | Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 | 8.8 | 8.6 | 9.2 | 8.8 | 9.1 | Premium | 88% |
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