Summer tire test 255/45 R19 from the publisher Auto Bild Allrad 2026 p.

Place Model Description / Recommendations Cost
1
Hankook K137 Ventus evo
Excellent performance on wet surfaces
Short braking distance on dry surfaces
High traction force on gravel and grass
Good handling in all conditions
Excellent value for money
Reduced traction effort on sand
Hankook was able to outperform premium products, including exemplary grip on wet roads

Verdict: Exemplary
from 10 560 
2
Vredestein Ultrac Pro
Good balance of characteristics
Low noise level
Low rolling resistance
Reduced traction effort on gravel
The tire boasts an outstanding balance between high traction, comfort, and economy

Verdict: Exemplary
4
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Good performance on all types of coverage
Short braking distance on dry surface
Low rolling resistance

Relatively low resistance to aquaplaning
Goodyear is effective in all conditions, including gravel, and overall has very balanced characteristics

Verdict: Exemplary
from 16 190 
5
Michelin Pilot Sport PS4 SUV
Good performance on dry pavement
High resistance to aquaplaning, especially longitudinal
High level of comfort
Proven premium tire without obvious weaknesses

Verdict: Good
from 18 120 
6
Kumho Ecsta Sport PS72
Good off-road capabilities (for tires in this category)
Good handling on dry pavement
Attractive price
In terms of traction on wet surfaces, they lose to some competitors
Tires received high ratings on all types of coverage, as well as in disciplines where comfort and economy were evaluated

Verdict: Good
from 8 190 
6
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
Good resistance to aquaplaning
Dynamic handling on dry pavement
Good ride comfort
Not suitable for off-road use
Although these tires are available in crossover and SUV sizes, they are best used only on paved surfaces

Verdict: Good
from 16 510 
8
Falken Azenis FK520
Very short braking distance on both dry and wet asphalt
High traction force on sand
Low rolling resistance
Low traction effort on gravel
Unclear reactions and reduced lateral stability on dry pavement
Verdict: Satisfactory
9
Giti GitiSynergy H2
Good performance on dry pavement
High traction force on grass and gravel
Relatively long braking distance and overall reduced grip on wet roads
Reduced traction on sand
Giti is not very suitable for off-road, but its main drawback is the reduced grip on wet pavement, which increases the braking distance

Verdict: Satisfactory