Very soon the cold will recede, which means it's time to think about choosing the appropriate tires for your car. Meet the spring fully equipped will help 2014 summer tire test, whose leaders are included in our rating of the best tires of the year.
The most popular tire sizes with a radius from R14 to R18 from different manufacturers took part in the tests. Based on the test results, the brand average score was displayed.
Maybe you were looking for: 2015 summer tire test. Rating of the best tires 2015 has already been published.
Testing and Evaluation Technique
This technique was developed by the Automobile Club of Europe (ACE) in conjunction with the German Technical Supervision Organization (GTU).
Venue: Pirelli training ground in Italy. Braking on dry and wet asphalt from 80 to 20 km / h with determination of the braking distance. Aquaplaning test on a track with 7 mm. a layer of water. The wet grip is estimated at an average lap speed of 80 m in diameter. The noise level is rated in accordance with ECE R117. The cost of tires was also evaluated by the price / quality ratio.
| Continental Sport Contact 5 | Dunlop Sport Maxx RT | Pirelli P zero | Goodyear Eagle f1 | Bridgestone Potenza s001 | Nokian Line xl | Barum Bravuris 3HM | Hankook Ventus S1 evo 2 | Kumho Solus HS51 | |
| Ramera: R14-18 | |||||||||
| Wet surface | |||||||||
| Braking | 27 | 21 | 25 | 23 | 23 | 24 | 21 | 21 | 16 |
| Manageability (time) | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 2 |
| Manageability (subject.) | 9 | 7 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 9 | 6 | 6 | 7 |
| Transverse grip | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 2 |
| Aquaplaning 1 | 14 | 14 | 13 | 13 | 13 | 12 | 10 | 14 | 16 |
| Aquaplaning 2 | 8 | 8 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 7 | 7 | 9 | 9 |
| Overall rating | 68 | 58 | 63 | 59 | 61 | 61 | 50 | 54 | 52 |
| Dry surface | |||||||||
| Braking | 29 | 26 | 26 | 27 | 26 | 21 | 20 | 21 | 18 |
| Manageability (time) | 7 | 7 | 8 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 5 |
| Manageability (subject.) | 11 | 12 | 11 | 11 | 11 | 9 | 8 | 6 | 8 |
| Overall rating | 47 | 45 | 45 | 44 | 43 | 34 | 33 | 33 | 31 |
| Price quality | |||||||||
| Noise level | 6 | 5 | 6 | 4 | 3 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 6 |
| Rolling resistance | 16 | 18 | 14 | 16 | 14 | 16 | 17 | 14 | 14 |
| Price per set * | 40 000 | 28000 | 50000 | 27500 | 44000 | 26000 | 20000 | 36000 | 26500 |
| Overall rating | 28 | 31 | 26 | 28 | 24 | 31 | 35 | 26 | 28 |
| Summary | 143 | 134 | 134 | 131 | 128 | 126 | 118 | 113 | 111 |
| Ranking place | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 |
1 - longitudinal. 2 - transverse.
* - The average price per set among all tire sizes of this brand is indicated.
2014 Summer Tire Rating:
10. Apollo Aspire 4G
High-tech tires of the fourth generation provide car handling on any road. The tread pattern provides moisture removal, and the rubber compound guarantees a reliable grip.
9. Kumho Solus HS51
The test of summer tires included not only models of European brands. Korean Kumho Tires tires are suitable even for drivers who prefer an aggressive driving style. Reinforced tire construction ensures contact spot stability during any maneuvers. The rubber compound has a high silica content.
8. Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 K117
Wide longitudinal grooves on the tread provide smooth movement on a wet surface. The stepped grooves on the tires serve as wear indicators and also help tread self-cleaning.
7. Barum Bravuris 3 HM
This model is a novelty of 2014. HM marking in the model name means “High Mileage”, i.e. "Tires for long run". Increased stroke life provides a flatter and wider tire contour. The special design of the lamellas and the composition of the rubber compound also prevent abrasion.
6. Nokian Line XL
In 2013, tires from the Nokian Line series won the summer tires tests of the German publications Auto Test and Auto Bild. Experts note a short braking distance, low noise and an optimal balance of ride quality.
5. Bridgestone Potenza S001
The lightweight design of this model provides lower rolling resistance compared to the Potenza RE050. The use of polyethylene terephthalate (PET), reinforcing the sidewalls, improved grip. Despite the sporting characteristics, the tires have a low noise level.
4. Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 2
The latest developments by Goodyear technologists have reduced noise levels, improved grip, and reduced fuel consumption. The lightweight tire construction helps reduce energy costs in overcoming rolling resistance.
3. Pirelli PZero
Initially, these ultra-low profile ones were developed for sports cars and only later went into mass production. The rubber compound of which the tread is made is characterized by a high content of synthetic polymers and silicon dioxide, which ensures reliable adhesion.
2. Dunlop Sport Maxx RT
A summer rubber test carried out by professionals allowed us to select the most reliable models of famous brands. Sport Maxx RT is a new product that combines the best practices of the company's technologists. Adaptive rubber compound provides traction, and massive external blocks of the tire shoulder increase the controllability and stability of the car.
1. Continental SportContact 5
Best summer tires were tested at speeds up to 300 km / h. In comparison with the previous generation model, the leader in summer tires rating shows in tests a decrease in rolling resistance by 10% and an increase in mileage by 13%, as well as a significant reduction in braking distance on dry and wet roads.
Video review of the testing process:
