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Bridgestone Turanza All season 6 DriveGuard RFT
Bridgestone
205/55 R16 94V XL run-flat, Enliten / EV

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 All-season tyres
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
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Kumho WinterCraft WP52
Kumho
205/55 R16 94V XL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
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10.04.2024 from Margaret Harrison
Holds the road exceptionally in wet weather. Feels very comfortable and safe in all conditions.
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Milever Milecomfort MP071
205/55 R16 91V

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip C Noise emissions 68 dB
just  109.79 £
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Yokohama Ice Guard IG53
Yokohama
Yokohama
Ice Guard IG53
205/55 R16 91H Nordic Compound

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip E Noise emissions 72 dB
just  110.36 £
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Continental ContiWinterContact TS 830P
Continental
205/55 R16 91H MO

Tyre type

Winter

 Winter tyres
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EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip C Noise emissions 72 dB
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08.03.2019 from Stewart Dingle
The best winter / wet and all round tyre with exceptional grip in wet conditions, quiet & safe I have ever used. Not the cheapest but worth every penny, will definitely use again without any doubt.
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Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance
Goodyear
205/55 R16 91H

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 Summer tyres
limited stock
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08.03.2025 from Michael Blunt
The tyres perform well for day to day driving, but lack confindence in the intial turn if your pushing the car. The brakng performance in a straight line whiles in wet is incredible and reliable. Accelerating in the wet very good but not as good as the braking. The tyres do not make much noise on the motorway and seem to be puncture resistant. I would not recommend these tyres for those who want to push the their on the weekend as they simply let go.
26.02.2021 from Arek
Good all-round tyres. Safety & quite.
02.04.2020 from Clive Williams
The tyres have provided a remarkable improvement in handling and grip, inspiring confidence that translates into improved A-B times as well as being more comfortable than the previous tyres i.e. Nexen.
19.03.2020 from Mihai
Good value for money! Recommended!
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Apollo Alnac 4G Winter
Apollo
205/55 R16 94V XL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip C Noise emissions 71 dB
just  110.57 £
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Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT
Dunlop
205/55 R16 91W * BLK

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip C Noise emissions 71 dB
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29.10.2014 from Gerald Richards
Very pleased with the road-holding and tyre life on the Mercedes C Class Sport is better than more expensive premium brands. Also use the Dunlop Winter Sport 3D.
30.05.2012 from StefanG
Not an inspiring drive and not hard-wearing. I'd forgive the first point if the second point was outstanding, but they are only a 'competent' tyre in my opinion. I'll be trying something else shortly as they're due for renewal
20.02.2012 from Mark
poor wet driving, horrible wear...
12.06.2010 from Des Faul
Nice tyre, good for summer use, really sticky but suffers from high wear as a result, , , Had Pirelli pzero neros before and would have the dunlops over them any day.
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Cooper Discoverer Winter
Cooper
205/55 R16 94V XL

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
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13.05.2019 from Michael Sloan
I purchased these tyres from recommendations. They were on my car for 6 months and have performed faultlessly. Considering my car is a 2.5 tonnes and 340bhp, they have really impressed with their performance in all conditions through the UK winter. I would definitely recommend and buy again myself. I would imagine I will get at very minimum another winter from them, maybe even 2.
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Nordman South
Nordman
South
205/55 R16 94V XL

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
just  111.42 £
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Pirelli Cinturato P7
Pirelli
Pirelli
Cinturato P7
205/55 R16 91V

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Ultra High Performance Summer

 Summer tyres
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20.08.2022 from Michael
Slightly noisier at low speeds than I had expected (my Cooper winter tyres are quieter) although the relative noise abates at higher speeds. They're pretty firm on bumpy roads where I drive most often. Superb for motorway driving in terms of low noise and excellent ride comfort.
01.08.2020 from Rob
Great wearing tyre, plenty of grip in the wet and dry. Wearing better the Goodyear F1's I had on the car before. Will definitely buy again.
29.04.2020 from Mr Doorbar
These tyres were OE on my 2017 Passat Estate so I stuck with the same when it came to replacing the fronts. I'm still on the original rears. The fronts did around 24K miles while the tread left of the rears gives me around another 10K at least. However, the tyres walls on the rear have slight cracking even though they haven't been curbed and if get worst it will become an MOT failure at the cars first MOT this year. The one area where these tyres are weakest are the road noise. I'm sure there are quieter tyres out there but they may be weaker in other areas. On the whole these Pirellis are more than suitable for any family car.
15.01.2019 from Glynne Gianelli
Seems quieter and more comfortable. Grip very good and economy improved as well.
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Pirelli Cinturato P7
Pirelli
Pirelli
Cinturato P7
205/55 R16 91V

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 Summer tyres
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20.08.2022 from Michael
Slightly noisier at low speeds than I had expected (my Cooper winter tyres are quieter) although the relative noise abates at higher speeds. They're pretty firm on bumpy roads where I drive most often. Superb for motorway driving in terms of low noise and excellent ride comfort.
01.08.2020 from Rob
Great wearing tyre, plenty of grip in the wet and dry. Wearing better the Goodyear F1's I had on the car before. Will definitely buy again.
29.04.2020 from Mr Doorbar
These tyres were OE on my 2017 Passat Estate so I stuck with the same when it came to replacing the fronts. I'm still on the original rears. The fronts did around 24K miles while the tread left of the rears gives me around another 10K at least. However, the tyres walls on the rear have slight cracking even though they haven't been curbed and if get worst it will become an MOT failure at the cars first MOT this year. The one area where these tyres are weakest are the road noise. I'm sure there are quieter tyres out there but they may be weaker in other areas. On the whole these Pirellis are more than suitable for any family car.
15.01.2019 from Glynne Gianelli
Seems quieter and more comfortable. Grip very good and economy improved as well.
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Bridgestone Turanza T005 RFT
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Turanza T005 RFT
205/55 R16 91W *, EVc, run-flat

Tyre type

 Summer tyres
limited stock
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip B Noise emissions 70 dB
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28.10.2021 from Fluster
Excellent in the wet, no hydroplaning or wheeljerk when driving into puddles at speed. This is my second set of this tyre for this reason.
05.10.2021 from Melih PAZI
I'm sorry to say that the tires don't hold up. They always tend to slip.
18.08.2021 from Thomas
- I fitted the new Bridgestone Potenza Sport tyres mid April and with very low mileage on the road and less than 100 miles on track the tyres are done and worn out.. - fabrics showing…?! I did many track days previously with the S001 RFTs with no issues- Potenza Sport is simply not a tyre for track use - even for a lap or two…
26.10.2019 from Steve Summerbee
I had no issues with the tyres, which replaced previous Bridgestones.
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Michelin Alpin 7
Michelin
Michelin
Alpin 7
205/55 R16 91T EV Suitable

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
just  111.92 £
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Michelin CrossClimate 2
Michelin
Michelin
CrossClimate 2
205/55 R16 94V XL EV Suitable

Tyre type

 All-season tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip B Noise emissions 69 dB
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28.01.2024 from David Gauld
When I bought the car in September last year it had recently been fitted with Kumho Ecsta PS71. These were quite skippy on the wet roads despite being marketed as a good performer in wet conditions. Since fitting the CrossClimate 2's I have had far better grip in the wet and winter conditions. We have had loads of rain, flooded roads then ice and then a week of snow. These tyres give confidence in these conditions and help improve the safety of your drive in those conditions. Will buy again.
18.06.2023 from Robert
Have been driving to Cotswolds from London on motorways.
17.04.2023 from CNicol
When I bought my BMW 3 series I had off brand summer tyres on it. I bought Michelin Crossclimate 2 tyres for it and noticed the difference in the handling on dry roads immediately. The car was much firmer and secure on the road when driving at speed. When driving in the torrential wet I found these tyres to struggle a bit but general rain fall they are fine. Took a year and a half before I got serious snow to test them in. I had to drive home 30 miles on rural roads at 5am with no snow tracks to help and to make things harder I was in a rear wheel BMW. These tyres handle it perfectly, they are incredible in snow. Finally, I am a year and a half/ 10000 miles into them and they easy have another 7K/8K worth of miles in them. 5 stars all round, I'm buying them again no question.
24.04.2022 from Len
Grip on wet roads is excellent. No snow since purchase, so can only estimate it as very good. Comfortable ride, but slightly noisier than a regular tyre. Car handles very well on the Crossclimates.
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Crosswind Grip Peak Winter
Crosswind
Grip Peak Winter
205/55 R16 91H

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip A Noise emissions 72 dB
just  112.18 £
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Michelin Alpin 7
Michelin
Michelin
Alpin 7
205/55 R16 91H EV Suitable

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
just  112.38 £
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Continental EcoContact 6
Continental
Continental
EcoContact 6
205/55 R16 94H XL EVc

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 Summer tyres
available
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance A Wet grip A Noise emissions 72 dB
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23.09.2024 from Kate L
Excellent driving experience on these tyres. They feel safe, sturdy and solid on the road in heat, heavy rain, slippery roads due to mud, country roads, uneven and good surfaces, I have not yet tried in snow or ice. To any walkers reading this, they feel like vibram soles for my car!
07.08.2024 from peter andrews
tyres only have well below normal 6.5mm tread from new and mine were worn down to 4.1 mm tread after 400 miles plus one developed a bulge. Worst tyres ever only have perhaps 1 years life
07.08.2024 from peter andrews
tyres only have well below normal 6.5mm tread from new and mine were worn down to 4.1 mm tread after 400 miles plus one developed a bulge. Worst tyres ever only have perhaps 1 years life
14.04.2024 from Clive Smith
These tyres are good for grip and average for comfort, but let down on noise levels.
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM 001
Bridgestone
Bridgestone
Blizzak LM 001
205/55 R16 91H *, EVc

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance D Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
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24.06.2024 from Des
Great tyres , good all round grip, as I live in Scotland the seasons change every 5mins, with plenty of rain & the odd bit of snow , I do some off road driving and never got the car stuck, I do run this type of tyre all year round , but as the car is quite light I always change my tyres when they get down to 3mm , I think this is far safer ,
01.04.2024 from Robert
The tyres perform unbelievably well. Braking and grip in the wet is just phenomenal. Outstanding performance. Superb and consistent grip in heavy persistent rain along French motorway to the UK, long and short journeys.
16.05.2023 from Racer 1974
I went for the BMW approved (star marked) Blizzak and I’m very happy with the tyres. I’ve had Conti Winter Contact on previous cars and in regular use I would say the Blizzak is very comparable. The car retains decent steering feel and traction on wet and dry roads plus offers a far greater level of grip on snow/slush over a regular tyre. Ride comfort seems pretty much unchanged, as always with winters there is a little more noise but it’s slight and after 5 minutes you don’t notice! Fuel consumption does increase very slightly over the summer tyres BUT that could be down to the cold weather as much as the tyres!
11.05.2023 from Sam Summers
I bought these so that I wouldn't have any mishaps during the winter in my beloved car. I was worried that it would be a nightmare to drive in the snow due to being rear wheel drive and its power. I put these tyres on the front and different winter tyres on the rear and never had any problems at all - very surprised and impressed!
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Continental EcoContact 6 SSR
Continental
Continental
EcoContact 6 SSR
205/55 R16 91W *, EVc, run-flat

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 Summer tyres
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance B Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
just  113.03 £
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Goodtrip BlueGuard AS
Goodtrip
BlueGuard AS
205/55 R16 91V

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 All-season tyres
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
just  113.15 £
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Continental WinterContact TS 860 S SSR
Continental
205/55 R16 91H *, EVc, run-flat

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip C Noise emissions 72 dB
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28.06.2025 from Charles Hillman
The tyres perform well. At that price I would expect no less. (But Michelins tend to cost even more than Continentals.) We don't get a lot of snow in Essex, England these days, but when we lived in parts of Germany where (at least then) it snowed in winter we always found Continental Winter Tyres performed well. And indeed I've left the winter tyres on for the summer this year. Partly through laziness. But also, low profile summer tyres look "cool" with alloy in the show rooms, but with all the pot holes and broken roads here in England, slightly thicker tyres on (slightly smaller) steel rims offer better resilience (and comfort). Economy penalty must existnotably inrespect of fuel, but appears very marginal as long as the tyres remain fully inflated. Which (so far) they do without frequent top-ups. Though I appreciate that reading what I just wrote makes me sounds very old. Ainsi soit il. And it still feels odd to be asked to review Winter Tyres in June.
09.11.2023 from Michael Yates
These are great winter tyres which I run all year round ( living in rural Wales). The problem is getting them in the size I need. I generally have to order at least 3 months before I am going to need them so this review is actually for the tyres I bought two years ago and which still have about 5000 miles (8000 km) wear left. The original summer tyres fitted to the car when I bought it new only lasted 25000 miles so these Continentals actually represent good value for money - and they don’t skid on muddy farm tracks in summer. I had a puncture and the runflat function worked well. But these tyres cannot be repaired by the usual method and there was no chance of getting a new pair of tyres in this size (have to replace in pairs on this car). My only option was the ‘slime’ injection which has worked perfectly. No loss of pressure over the last 5000 miles.
18.03.2022 from Claire Hunter
A much more balanced and user friendly tyre than the Pirelli winters they replaced which were supplied by BMW. Less tramlining. More precise grip and steering yet also more comfortable ride. Unable to accurately comment on fuel consumption as I haven’t monitored it that closely. Snow use not really tested this winter in the UK so can’t comment with any true experience.
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Pace ALVENTI
Pace
Pace
ALVENTI
205/55 R16 91W run-flat

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 Summer tyres
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just  114.94 £
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Continental AllSeasonContact - ContiRe.Tex
Continental
205/55 R16 91H EVc

Tyre type

 All-season tyres
limited stock
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EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 72 dB
just  115.10 £
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Michelin Alpin 7
Michelin
Michelin
Alpin 7
205/55 R16 94H XL EV Suitable

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
just  115.37 £
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Dunlop Winter Sport 5
Dunlop
205/55 R16 94H XL BLK

Tyre type

 Winter tyres
available
EU Tyre Label
EU Tyre Label
Roll resistance C Wet grip B Noise emissions 71 dB
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23.03.2026 from Charles Heard
A sure grip in all weather / road conditions
30.04.2021 from Paul
Just avoid, unless you live in Finland or something. Driving in WET and Dry, just terrible grip and I have a 4x4 Subaru with LSD. It's shocking really. Unless you drive really slow, it's OK then, but come roundabout they just don't grip doesn't matter wet or dry. Good in snow, but it should be at least good in wet as well and OK in dry, but It's crap in both wet and dry, so not good for me, will not buy again.
05.06.2019 from Ash
I didn't get these on until Feb/Mar when worst of the weather had passed. Driven on main roads & motorways at temps between 3°c and 16°c in mixed weather without problems. Obviously they were less responsive at the higher temps but never felt dangerous. No sign of wear at all. Dry road grip when accelerating lost traction a bit too easily but cornering was predictable.
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Hankook Winter I*Pike RS2 W429
Hankook
205/55 R16 91T 4PR studded, with rim protection (MFS) SBL

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 Winter tyres
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just  115.98 £
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Event Potentem UHP
Event
Event
Potentem UHP
205/55 R16 94W XL

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 Summer tyres
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205/55 R16 tyres

The first number in the description represents width, expressed in millimetres, calculated by measuring the greatest distance from flank to flank. Before this measurement can be taken, the tyre must be mounted onto the rim, and should not bear any weight during the process. In the case of the 205/55 R15, cross section width is 205 mm. Small, tolerable variations may occur during the production process, therefore actual width may vary slightly for individual tyres. For this reason, standard sizes are separated by 10 mm intervals.

Using width to determine height

Following the width indicator, the second number specifies the aspect ratio, being in fact a percentual value. Are you unsure of what this represents? Aspect ratio is simply a measure of cross section height, in relation to width. Therefore, the exact flank height remains to be determined. In the case of the 205/55 R16, the flank height is equal to 55% of 205 mm. Thus, the tyre has a cross section height of 112.75 mm. Tyres that display a value smaller than 50% are referred to as low aspect ratio tyres, while an aspect ratio of 80% is considered high.

Buy a complete wheel and tyre set, or recognise the suitable rim

The third number in the description specifies the tyre's inner diameter, a mandatory inscription that appears not only on the sidewall, but also in the registration certificate. This makes clear what size of tyre is suitable for use with a certain type of vehicle. To be certain of what the correct rim size for any tyre is, we must look at the final number in the description – it indicates the tyre's inner diameter and, equally, the overall rim diameter, expressed in inches. Of course, you can purchase complete wheel and tyre sets, and you need not worry about matching rims and tyres any longer.