Summer tire rating 2019

Every time before changing winter tires to summer tires, most drivers ask themselves which tires are best to put on the wheels of their car. Their choice depends on many factors, but most often price and quality are decisive.

The best summer tires

Experienced motorists are well aware that a certain type of rubber is intended for each type of road. When “re-shoeing” a car, they always take into account the operating conditions of the tires, the manner of driving them, the climatic conditions of the region where the transport is used.

By the way, you know when you need to change the car's shoes to summer tires?

Technical characteristics of rubber are not ignored either. The overall rating of the best tires for Russian roads includes products of domestic and foreign manufacturers.

Continental Conti Premium Contact 5

The model is available with a landing diameter of 14 to 18 inches and a width of 165 to 255 mm. The material composition of the tires and their tread pattern provide them with good grip on the road surface. Thanks to special elements that are part of the design of the products, a low noise level is ensured when driving on roads with various surfaces.

Among the advantages of rubber:

• short braking distances on dry and wet road surfaces;
• high degree of cross-country ability:
• good handling;
• minimum rolling resistance.

Disadvantages:

• rapid wear;
• weak side surface.

According to drivers, the new tires of the Continental Conti Premium Contact 5 model have poor water drainage capacity. Better to use them in dry climates.

Estimated cost - from 3070 to 12 750 rubles.

Nokian Nordman SZ

The tires are designed for use in regions with difficult weather conditions. They have 2 types of tread: V and W. The manufacturer produces them with a landing diameter of 16 to 18 inches. The width of the product profile is from 205 to 245 mm. The tires have a rigid center section. The entire structure of the tires is multilayer. The material of the products contains natural pine oil, which helps to minimize the rolling resistance of tires.

When driving dynamically, the tires retain their original performance properties for a long time. Among the advantages of rubber:

• provides good vehicle handling, especially when entering corners;
• has good aquaplaning ability;
• 1 year manufacturer's warranty.

Disadvantages of rubber:

• increased noise on roads with rough asphalt surfaces;
• difficult to balance.

According to drivers, the tires save fuel when driving on various types of roads, do not make noise and have a long service life.

Estimated cost - from 3400 to 8200 rubles.

Yokohama BluEarth-A AE-50

Tires are available in rim diameters from 14 to 18 inches and profile widths from 185 to 245 mm. The use of tires of this model allows you to save on fuel consumption. The rubber tread provides it with good aerodynamic properties. Tire wear occurs evenly over the entire surface.

Among the advantages of rubber:

• high degree of resistance to wear;
• does not slip at the start;
• has good grip on wet asphalt.

The disadvantage of rubber is the increased noise level. According to drivers, tires become less noisy at temperatures above +15 degrees. The cost of tires is from 2990 to 9700 rubles.

Michelin Energy XM2

A time-tested brand. Soft rubber, comfortable for driving on summer roads. The tire model is available with a rim diameter from 13 to 16 inches and a profile width from 155 to 215 mm. The tires are designed to fit the wheels of small and medium-sized cars. Has a high service life.

The advantages of tires include:

• economy;
• good grip on wet and dry asphalt;
• stability in bends.

The disadvantages of rubber include poor handling on grass, wet mud and dirt roads. According to drivers, the tires have good grip on paved roads. Estimated price from 3200 to 7000 rubles.

Bridgestone Turanza T001

The tires are manufactured using NanoPro-Tech technology. Equipped with tires of this model, they are easy to handle, have good grip on the road and behave steadily when entering a corner. The rubber is suitable for all models of light vehicles. Available in rim diameters from 14 to 19 inches and profile widths from 185 to 265 mm.

The strength of the structure is provided by the cord thread, which has a radial arrangement. Among the advantages of the products:

• short braking distance;
• predictable behavior on wet asphalt;
• softness, reliability, low resistance to swing.

The disadvantage of tires is the increased noise level while driving. According to motorists, the tires are reliable when braking at high speed. The cost of tires is from 3250 to 12700 rubles.

Nokian Hakka Green 2

Finnish summer tires are intended for light passenger cars. It is well suited for Russian roads, capable of providing a comfortable and safe ride on them. Available in 13 "to 16" rims and 155mm to 215mm profile widths. The tires prevent aquaplaning and have a long service life.

Among the advantages:

• retains operational properties at temperature drops;
• provides a comfortable ride with a low noise level;
• has good grip.

The disadvantages of rubber are considered to be a weak side surface and a low degree of wear resistance. According to car owners, the tires hold the road perfectly at speeds up to 150 km / h in any weather. The cost of products is from 2200 to 8500 rubles.

Michelin Primacy 3

The tires have smooth tread edges and self-locking sipes. This ensures good grip of the tires when entering a corner. The material from which the tires are made has a unique chemical composition. It provides products with a high degree of wear resistance. They are available in rim diameters from 16 to 20 inches and in profile widths from 185 to 315 mm.

The tires have practically no flaws. Among the advantages:

• soft, comfortable ride;
• resistance to lateral damage.

According to drivers' reviews, the tires have an ideal combination of price and quality. They behave well on roads with various types of coverage. This rubber model is also produced using the technology run flat.

The cost of tires ranges from 3900 to 24100 rubles.

Goodyear Efficient Grip Performance

Premium tires have an asymmetrical tread pattern. Wear Control technology is used in their production. According to car owners, the tires have economical fuel consumption and high rut resistance. They are available in rim diameters from 14 to 20 inches and in profile widths from 185 to 245 mm.

Among the advantages:

• increased rubber strength;
• good handling:
• rubber resistance to side damage.

Among the disadvantages:

• strong hum during sudden braking;
• frequent appearance of hernia on the tires.

According to drivers, the tires have almost minimal aquaplaning. The cost of tires ranges from 3200 to 11300 rubles.

Nokian Hakka Blue

The tires are great for Russian roads. Their production uses Dry Touch technology. The tires have a reinforced carcass, provide a short braking distance and provide better stability on a wet road than others. The products are available in 15 "to 18" rim and profile widths from 215 to 285 mm.

Among the advantages of the products:

• short braking distance;
• good handling;

Disadvantages - poor handling and rapid wear on dirt roads. According to motorists, rubber has good flotation in the mud. The cost of tires ranges from 4500 to 18500 rubles.

Pirelli Belt P7

The tires are lightweight due to the thin sidewalls. The tires provide a smooth ride for vehicles and have exceptional grip. The products are available in rim diameters from 16 to 20 inches and profile widths from 205 to 295 mm.

The advantages of tires include:

• resistance to aquaplaning;
• high strength.

Disadvantages of rubber:

• does not maintain stability in turns well enough;
• the tires are designed for driving on flat roads.

According to drivers' feedback, the tires have minimal track sensitivity. The cost of tires ranges from 3800 to 21100 rubles.