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Summer tyres 2025 - market overview, tests, reviews

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If you're looking for a guide to help you choose the best summer tyres for the upcoming season, you've come to the right place. In our comprehensive guide you'll find information based mainly on test results, but also on EU labels and user reviews. We'll look at the current tyre market from different angles - we'll cover the most recommended tyres in tests, break down the tyres tested into different segments and also dig into recently introduced tyres. Even so, this is still just a general overview of the market - if you know your tyre dimensions, you can create a more tailored overview for you, containing only the tyres available, by entering your tyre dimensions in the following section.


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Best summer tyres

#1
Summer tires
2025

Continental SportContact 7

Our favorite every-day performance tyre that delivers fast laps on dry circuits while being safe for the daily commute, having won multiple tests in wet conditions. However, if you lean more towards comfort and low rolling resistance, the PremiumContact 7 might be a better choice.

Continental SportContact 7 - Pluses

Outstanding handling on dry surfaces, combining dynamic handling, precise steering, and short braking distances. Excellent performance in wet conditions including great grip, short braking distances, and communicative steering response. Good aquaplaning resistance.

Continental SportContact 7 - Minuses

Moderate comfort, some tests report understeering on dry a dry handling test.

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
1
2024Autobild265/35 R19Exemplary
1
2023Autobild225/40 R18Outstanding
1
2023SportAuto225/40 R18Outstanding
1
2023Autozeitung235/35 R19Test winner
1
2023Gute-Fahrt235/35 R19Outstanding
1
2023Automotorsport255/45 R20Very good
1
2022Sportauto235/35 R19Outstanding
2
2022Autobild245/40 R19Exemplary
1
2022Tyre Reviews255/35 R19Test winner
#2
Summer tires
2025

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

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!

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 - Pluses

Balanced performance with no significant weaknesses, great safety, enjoyable handling and short braking distances

Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 - Minuses

High price, some tests report minor issues in aquaplaning and worse heat resistance when compared to predecessor

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
1
2024Autobild235/55 R19Exemplary
3
2023Autozeitung235/35 R19Highly recommended
2
2023Autobild225/45 R18-
1
2023Autobild225/45 R18Outstanding
1
2023ACE225/45 R18Test winner
3
2023Tyre Reviews225/40 R18Highly recommended
3
2023Autobild225/40 R18Outstanding
2
2023SportAuto225/40 R18Very good
1
2022AutoMotorSport245/45 R19Outstanding
1
2022Autobild245/40 R19Exemplary
1
2022Tyre Reviews225/45 R17Test winner
#3
Summer tires
2025

Continental PremiumContact 7

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.

Continental PremiumContact 7 - Pluses

Exceptional grip on both wet and dry surfaces, shortest braking distances, superior aquaplaning resistance.

Continental PremiumContact 7 - Minuses

Slightly higher rolling resistance, average noise reduction, high price

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
1
2024Automotorsport235/55 R18Test winner
2
2024Autobild225/55 R17Exemplary
1
2024Autozeitung225/45 R17Test winner
1
2024ACE225/45 R17Highly recommended
1
2024Vibilagare215/55 R17-
1
2024ADAC215/55 R17Good
1
2024Sportauto215/40 R18Test winner
2
2024Autobild205/55 R16Exemplary
1
2024Autobild205/55 R16-
5
2023Autobild225/45 R18-
3
2023Autobild225/45 R18Outstanding
2
2023ACE225/45 R18Highly recommended
1
2023Tyre Reviews225/40 R18Test winner
1
2023Tyre Reviews205/55 R16Test winner
1
2023Autoklub ČR205/55 R16-
#4
Summer tires
2025

Michelin Pilot Sport 5

The Pilot Sport range from Michelin is now almost legendary, with the Cup variants being the fastest road legal tyres available. But the ‚ordinary‘ Pilot Sport 5 not as spory as it’s name suggest - it’s incredibly well balanced, with the priority being low rolling resistance and high mileage over sporty handling. It’s still a Michelin tire, so higher price is to be expected.

Michelin Pilot Sport 5 - Pluses

Excellent safety margins against aquaplaning combined with short breaking distances on wet makes it a very well balanced tyre, while dynamic handling on both wet and dry makes it also very enjoyable to drive. Low rolling resistance and low noise, long tread life.

Michelin Pilot Sport 5 - Minuses

High price level, some tests mention harsh ride quality.

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
2
2024Sportauto215/40 R18Very good
2
2023Tyre Reviews225/40 R18Highly recommended
3
2023Autobild225/40 R18Outstanding
2
2023Autobild225/45 R18Outstanding
3
2023ACE225/45 R18Highly recommended
6
2023Autobild225/45 R18-
5
2023Autozeitung235/35 R19Highly recommended
1
2022Tyre Reviews225/45 R17Test winner
#5
Summer tires
2025
EU:  95% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV sizes has A rating
A
EU:  79% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV sizes has C rating
C
EU:  71% of Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV sizes has B rating
B

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV

While the Michelin PS4 SUV was introduced back in 2019, it still offers a top-notch performance for the SUVs which is difficult for it's competitors to match.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV - Pluses

Superior driving characteristics on both wet and dry, precise steering response. Excellent safety margins in aquaplaning. Short stopping distances.

Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV - Minuses

Minor handling weaknesses on wet roads.

Achievements

Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
4/4
Best
Wet braking
4/5

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
2
2024Autobild235/55 R19Exemplary
1
2023Autobild225/65 R17Exemplary
6
2023Automotorsport255/45 R20Very good
1
2020Vibilagare225/60 R18-
1
2020Autobild255/55 R18Exemplary
#7
Summer tires
2025

Bridgestone Potenza Sport

We really like the new Potenza Sport, as it’s more sporty and dynamic than the usual tyre in this category, but still perfectly usable and safe for everyday driving, which makes it unique. It’s rolling resistance, mileage and overall comfort are also on a good level, except for a slighty higher noise.

Bridgestone Potenza Sport - Pluses

Precise steering response and direct maneuverability, exceptional handling on wet and dry with high grip levels and short braking distances

Bridgestone Potenza Sport - Minuses

High rolling resistance, above average noise, average mileage

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
4
2024Autobild265/35 R19Good
1
2024Autobild225/55 R17Exemplary
3
2024Autobild235/55 R19Good
5
2023Tyre Reviews225/40 R18Recommended
5
2023Automotorsport255/45 R20Very good
3
2023Gute-Fahrt235/35 R19Good +
2
2023Autozeitung235/35 R19Test winner
4
2023ACE225/45 R18Highly recommended
6
2023SportAuto225/40 R18Very good
2
2023Autobild225/40 R18Outstanding
3
2022Tyre Reviews255/35 R19Recommended
6
2022Autobild245/40 R19Good
3
2022Sportauto235/35 R19Very good
5
2022Autobild225/45 R18Good
1
2021Autobild265/35 R20Exemplary
#8
Summer tires
2025

Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV

Comfortable and quiet SUV tyre that is very well balanced with a lean towards durability

Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV - Pluses

Excellent handling on wet and dry surfaces, short braking distances, high comfort, low noise

Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUV - Minuses

Higher price, less responsive steering

Achievements

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
4
2023Autobild225/65 R17Exemplary
1
2022Autobild235/55 R18Exemplary
1
2021Autobild215/60 R17Exemplary
2
2021Tyre Reviews235/55 R18-
#9
Summer tires
2025
EU:  93% of Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A sizes has A rating
A
EU:  93% of Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A sizes has C rating
C

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A

The SUV variant of the S1 evo3 tyre, which is a great performance tyre with no compromise for an affordable price.

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A - Pluses

Exceptionally short braking distances on wet and dry surfaces, dynamic handling with a strong steering response, excellent value for money

Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A - Minuses

Only average in curve aquaplaning and stability during quick lane changes

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
2
2024Automotorsport235/55 R18Very good
6
2024Autobild235/55 R19Good
2
2022Autobild235/55 R18Exemplary
4
2021Tyre Reviews235/55 R18Recommended
#10
Summer tires
2025

Vredestein Ultrac Pro

The Ultrac Pro is very well balanced tyre for every day driving made mainly for larger wheel sizes.

Vredestein Ultrac Pro - Pluses

Very good safety margins against aquaplaning, short braking distances, quiet and comfortable

Vredestein Ultrac Pro - Minuses

Slight delay in steering response

Achievements

Best
Aquaplaning - longitudal
1/1
Best
Exterior noise
1/1
Above average
Wet handling
2/2
Above average
Wet circle cornering
2/2

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
3
2024Autobild265/35 R19Exemplary
#11
Summer tires
2025
EU:  92% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 sizes has B rating
B
EU:  62% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 sizes has C rating
C
EU:  73% of Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 sizes has B rating
B

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2

The upgraded version of the legendary P7 has a good steering response and low rolling resistance, which makes sense as it's often a first equipment of many car manufacturers.

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 - Pluses

Pirelli Cinturato P7 C2 - Minuses

Attributes breakdown

Tyre tests

RankYearOrganizationSizeRating
2
2024Autozeitung225/45 R17Highly recommended
6
2024Autobild225/55 R17Good
2
2023Tyre Reviews205/55 R16Highly recommended
4
2023Autoklub ČR205/55 R16-
17
2023ADAC205/55 R16Good
2
2021Autobild205/55 R16-
7
2021Autobild205/55 R16Good
9
2021ADAC225/50 R17Satisfactory

New tyres for 2025

In this section we have collected the new tyres for this year - this can be useful as these tyres are yet to be tested, but are usually based on a previous model that has most likely been tested at least a few times. As these new tyres are being developed on the basis of the previous model, they will most likely be even better than their predecessor in some aspects and thus deserve your attention.

Summer tyre test summary 2025

2025 summer tyres tests (+2024)

In this section, we look at all the tests that have taken place this year and last year. We'll look at which tires won and which tires provide the best value, as well as what vehicle the tires were tested on.
Tyre size Organization Year Type Designation Winner Best value Tested tyres Vehicle
215/55 R17ADAC2024Passenger carContinental PremiumContact 7Kumho Ecsta HS5216VW T-Roc
205/55 R16Autobild2024Stopping distanceContinental PremiumContact 7Kumho Ecsta HS5255VW Golf
225/45 R17Autozeitung2024Passenger carContinental PremiumContact 7Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 K1279BMW 1
235/55 R19Autobild2024SUVGoodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6Kumho Ecsta PS7111Audi Q5
265/35 R19Autobild2024Passenger carContinental SportContact 7Vredestein Ultrac Pro7Mercedes Benz AMG GT
225/55 R17Autobild2024Passenger carBridgestone Potenza SportHankook Ventus Prime 410Mercedes Benz V-class
235/55 R18Automotorsport2024Passenger carContinental PremiumContact 7Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A8Seat Tarraco
215/40 R18Sportauto2024Passenger carContinental PremiumContact 7Maxxis Victra Sport 55Hyundai i20 N
225/45 R17ACE2024Passenger carContinental PremiumContact 7Maxxis Victra Sport 510Opel Astra
215/55 R17Vibilagare2024Passenger carContinental PremiumContact 7Kumho Ecsta HS529
Tyre sizeOrganizationYearTypeDesignationWinnerBest valueTested tyresVehicle

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other summer tyres

NameSegmentRatingOriginPassenger carSUV
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
premium 88% Japan
Michelin
Michelin
premium 79% France
GoodYear
GoodYear
premium 78% USA
Continental
Continental
premium 78% Germany
Dunlop
Dunlop
premium 72% USA
GoodYear
Hankook
Hankook
premium 71% South Korea
Firestone
Firestone
upper-middle 70% USA
Pirelli
Pirelli
premium 70% Italy
Falken
Falken
upper-middle 70% Japan
Nokian
Nokian
upper-middle 66% Finland
Uniroyal
Uniroyal
upper-middle 63% USA
Michelin
Kleber
Kleber
upper-middle 62% France
Michelin
Toyo
Toyo
upper-middle 60% Japan
Kumho
Kumho
upper-middle 60% South Korea
Vredestein
Vredestein
premium 55% Holland
BFGoodrich
BFGoodrich
upper-middle 50% USA
Michelin
Yokohama
Yokohama
upper-middle 42% Japan
Cooper
Cooper
upper-middle 38% USA
Fulda
Fulda
lowcost 73% Germany
Sava
Sava
lowcost 67% Slovenia
GoodYear
Debica
Debica
lowcost 67% Poland
Maxxis
Maxxis
lowcost 67% Taiwan
Kenda
Kenda
lowcost 63% Taiwan
Nexen
Nexen
lowcost 61% South Korea
Semperit
Semperit
lowcost 59% Austria
Continental
Giti
Giti
lowcost 44% Singapore
GT
Linglong
Linglong
lowcost 44% China
Apollo
Apollo
lowcost 43% India

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