Comparison: Matador Hectorra 5 vs. Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Slovakia (Matador) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Laufenn). Matador is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Matador summer tyres are slightly better rated (22%) than Laufenn (0%). The first tyre test of Matador Hectorra 5 was done in 2023, compared to 2021 when was the Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Hectorra 5 and the S Fit EQ+ LK01 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 93% of Matador Hectorra 5 dimensions has B wet grip rating. Most (97%) of the Laufenn S Fit EQ+ LK01 also have B wet ratings.