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Pirelli burst out in first place. And in order to dispel all doubts about the validity of claims to leadership, she set records in three exercises at once. And she also confirmed the title of the driver’s bus itself, and not very expensive: the price / quality ratio is 3.81.
Nokian (with increased carrying capacity) is held in prize-winners, combining excellent brakes and high fuel efficiency. Price / quality - 4.22, almost on a par with Michelin.
Third on the podium is Toyo, with its new model. She was able to get a couple of points ahead of the eminent Michelin, who became fourth and repeated last year's result.
Kumho finally entered the top five, despite the bubbles swelling on the sidewalls. This is a detailed story in the next section of the article.
The ambitious Hanhook with the oldest model in our competitions caught up with the leader of last year's test - Continental, which, by the way, has been unstable lately. In terms of price / quality, both tires are the most expensive.
Maxis, outlining a tendency to improve performance, set another new product (3.67 - very inexpensive for 94W) against Cordiant. The new low-speed Sawa (3.14 - the most delicious offer) is almost equivalent to the more expensive and new Bridgestone model with a price / quality ratio of 3.21, as well as Cordiant noticeably behind the rivals. Closes the Infiniti system with very modest characteristics, offering at a reasonable price increased speed and lifting qualities.
We draw attention to the fact that we were forced to dilute the tires with a combination of load and speed indices of standard size 205 / 55R16 and speed 91V (615 kg, 240 km / h) with faster and higher load-bearing ones. The fact is that many manufacturers of slow tires do not have an index V, and someone acts as heavyweights with an index of 94 (670 kg).
Note that an increase in both indices negatively affects the comfort of tires, and besides, high-speed ones behave more nervously in a short shift. Yes, and they are usually more expensive. Exceptions are “Sava” with a speed index H (210 km / h) and “Amtel” with a load index of 90 (600 kg), although this peculiar benefit did not help them.
LARGE TIRES
After mounting the Kumho Ecsta HM KH31 91W (made in China) test tires on the wheels, blisters appeared on the sides of all four. Somewhere more, somewhere less, where is one bump, and where is a group of three in a row. The tire with the largest bladder was replaced - but the spare went hernias.
Cones on tires
We decided to take a chance and allowed the tires to be tested, although the toughest exercises - braking from 100 km / h and especially rearrangement - raised concerns: if the tire bursts, turn the car over for a short while! But God was merciful, and the tire cones even showed a very good result - in the first five.
After completing the tests, the tires were sent to the manufacturer. The official answer came.
The noted problem concerns only tires 205 / 55ZR16 91W of this model, DOT0910 (production date - 9th week of 2010), manufactured at a particular enterprise. Wherein:
- the tire carcass is not damaged and is able to perform its functions;
- in the shoulder area of all five tires, a rubber sealing layer on the inside of the carcass of insufficient thickness, because air penetrates under the outer layer of the sidewall;
The tires were subjected to bench tests - checking for compliance with the requirements of ECE R-30 Regulation, according to which tires must withstand movement at a speed of 270 km / h on a drum with a diameter of 1.7 m for at least 60 minutes. Tires collapsed in the 63rd minute, that is, the tests passed successfully.
It turned out that 888 tires of the same batch by the control system were rejected and disposed of (cut) due to a similar problem - insufficient thickness of the rubber sealing layer on the inside of the tires. According to the manufacturer, no more than 20 tires slipped into retail - by chance, five of them were on our test.
Summary
Swelling on the sidewalls occurred due to insufficient thickness of the sealing layer of rubber on the inside of the tires. All of these tires comply with the requirements of ECE R-30 regarding relatively long driving at maximum speed. Tire design changes are not required, the plant received an order to tighten the control procedure for finished products.
Together with the tire author, Anton ANANYEV, Vadim KORABLEV, Yuri KUROCHKIN, Evgeny LARIN, Anton MISHIN, Andrey OBRAZUMOV, Valery PAVLOV and Dmitry TESTOV tested.
We thank for the technical support of the DTP AvtoVAZ proving ground employees, Volgashintorg and Premiere Togliatti companies, as well as tire manufacturers who submitted their products for testing.
IN PLACES
13th place - Infinity INF-05 94W
Infinity INF-05 94W
Place of manufacture - China
Tread pattern - directional
Depth of the tread pattern - 7.0–7.6 mm
Shore hardness * - 64/68 units.
Tire weight - 10.2 kg
Price ** - 2800 rub.
Value for money - 3.51
Produced since 2004, sales in Russia - since 2009.
Float in a strip from side to side, requiring constant adjustment. But it is complicated by sluggish reactions on the steering wheel and excessive steering of the rear axle, trying to go into a skid. Sudden changes are not recommended even on a dry road - the speed of a successful lane change is the lowest, and even that is limited by an unexpected sharp drift, requiring an immediate response. Sometimes it is not possible to stabilize a car that has crashed into a skid, unless by anticipatory actions.
Wet road forces you to significantly reduce speed. The reason for this is the same sharp breakdown into a deep drift, which is not always possible to parry. Brakes on the dry road are the weakest: the difference with the leader of the exercise is 4.4 m. On the wet one, too, is the last place: inferior to the leader of the exercise even more - 6.6 m.
The rustling of the tread is clearly audible. On any irregularities they jump like balls, tossing a car.
Fuel consumption at 60 km / h is below average, at 90 km / h - modest. The primer is acceptable to a limited extent.
798 points
+ Economical at 90 km / h, low noise, low price for high-speed tires.
- The weakest braking properties, problematic handling during rearrangement on the coating of any state, directional stability, low ride smoothness.
Suitable for unhurried traffic in urban and suburban conditions.
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* Before / after tests.
** Average price in online stores.
12th place - Amtel Planet FT-501 K-260 90V
Amtel Planet FT-501 K-260 90V
Place of manufacture - Russia
Tread pattern - directional
Tread pattern depth - 7.6–7.8 mm
Shore hardness - 65/64 units.
Tire weight - 9.2 kg
Price - 2700 rub.
Value for money - 3.21
Production started in 2005, then appeared on sale.
They keep the line well at high speed, good steering response. Everything is spoiled by a significant steering axle steering that occurs when the steering wheel is slightly deviated from the “zero” position. Extreme dry land maneuvers are possible at relatively low speeds. It is not possible to increase it by a deep progressive drift, and the driver is prevented by very large steering angles and tangible delays.
On wet roads, the situation is slightly better. But a sharp unexpected drift remains, as well as a noticeable delay in the execution of steering commands. The braking properties of dry land are below average, on wet roads the tires are closer to the middle peasants. Noisy: thump on bumps, add sound when braking, sing up to 60 km / h. Sharply toss the car on the bumps and shake it on the road seams.
Fuel consumption at 60 km / h is higher, and at 90 km / h - below average.
They overcome the primer confidently.
840 points
+ Middle brakes on wet surfaces, steady movement on a dirt road.
- Weak brakes and problematic handling during extreme maneuvers on dry surfaces, difficult on wet, low directional stability and level of comfort.
Suitable for urban and suburban driving conditions on roads with good quality pavement. Good on the primer.
11th place - Bridgestone Sports Tourer MY-01 91V
Bridgestone Sports Tourer MY-01 91V
Place of manufacture - Thailand
Tread pattern - directional
Depth of the tread pattern - 7.2–7.7 mm
Shore hardness - 64/67 units.
Tire weight - 9.8 kg
Price - 3700 rub.
Value for Money - 4.31
They appeared in 2005, since 2006 they are sold in Russia.
They scour the highway slightly, forcing the driver to concentrate on controlling the course. A clear “zero” on the steering wheel and good information content help, slightly delayed reactions slightly interfere. The speed of performing complex pirouettes on a dry surface is low. Limits her soft skid. The driver is prevented by the same delays in the execution of steering commands.
On wet roads, the behavior of the car does not change for the better. The limit is limited by a pronounced demolition of the front end in the initial phase, and after recovery there should be a sharp drift. They brake on a dry road below average, on wet surfaces they pass into the category of weak.
Comfort is contradictory: they roll quietly, barely rustling the tread, jump on any irregularities, as if pumped, vibrate on any little things on the road. They roll easily and economically at any speed, along with the Nokian. The primer is acceptable to a limited extent.
858 points
+ Some of the most economical in the test, quiet.
- Weak wet brakes, low balance of lateral grip and drawback characteristics, difficult handling on wet surfaces, stiff.
Like those who care about fuel economy.
10th place - Sava intense hp 91H
Sava intense hp 91H
Place of manufacture - Slovenia
Tread pattern - directional
Depth of the tread pattern - 8.3–8.5 mm
Shore hardness - 65/64 units.
Tire weight - 9.0 kg
Price - 2700 rub.
Value for Money - 3.14
Novelty, made in the spring of 2009, appeared in Russia a year later.
They keep a straight line at high speed. Clear reactions, good informational content, but it’s worth turning the steering wheel a little more - there are, like Amtel’s, delays in steering commands and increased steering angle. And the behavior of the car is a sharp drift, requiring an immediate response.
Like Amtel, on a wet road they become a little more docile in manners, although a sharp drift remains at the limit. If you clearly catch the pace of shifting the steering wheel with maneuvers and the drift that accompanies them, the rearrangement will be successful. The results of braking on dry asphalt are below average, on wet they go into the category of medium.
They roll quietly, but up to 70 km / h they tremble hard at the transverse seams, transmit shock to the body from medium and large irregularities. Fuel consumption at an average level at any speed. The primer is acceptable.
861 points
+ Good directional stability, low noise.
- Weak braking, problematic handling when rearranging on dry asphalt, difficult on wet.
Show their best qualities on long trips.
9th place - Maxxis Victra i-Pro 94W
Maxxis Victra i-Pro 94W
Place of Origin - Taiwan
Tread pattern - directional
Tread pattern depth - 6.7–7.4 mm
Shore hardness - 69/68 units.
Tire weight - 9.7 kg
Price - 3200 rub.
Value for Money - 3.67
Produced since 2009, appeared in Russia a year later.
They carry the car evenly at high speed, however, a slightly smeared “zero” complicates precise steering and dulls the reaction of the car to small steering turns. Extreme dry maneuvers succeed at speeds above average. The behavior of the car is reliable and predictable, high resistance to skidding. The experts noted the dense, informative steering wheel as a special advantage.
A little rain on the road will make you more attentive - the “extreme” speed recedes into the medium category, limited by a sharp transition to demolition, which reduces the information content on the steering wheel. Braking properties - below average on the coating of any condition. Rustling on rough asphalt. On the road they feel every crack or small pebble - as if you are walking barefoot. Fuel consumption is below average at any speed. The primer is acceptable, but undesirable.
872 points
+ Quite economical, good handling when performing extreme maneuvers on a dry road.
- Weak brakes on wet surfaces, low smoothness.
Suitable for all roads and any driving conditions.
8th place - Cordiant Comfort PS-400 91V
Cordiant Comfort PS-400 91V
Place of manufacture - Russia
Tread pattern - directional
Tread pattern depth - 7.5–7.8 mm
Shore hardness - 65/63 units.
Tire weight - 9.9 kg
Price - 2800 rub.
Value for money - 3.21
Created in 2007, modernized at the end of 2009.
They run smoothly at high speed, but they respond to taxiing with a delay. In addition, the steering angles are too large.
The speed of performing sharp maneuvers on dry asphalt is below average. The drift begins already at the entrance to the rearrangement as a kind of swing, reinforcing the response that occurs in the second corridor in the opposite direction.
On a wet road, rearrangement is a little more fun, speed goes into the category of middle peasants, it is limited by a soft, smooth drift. Fighting him is a little complicated by slow reactions. Braking on both dry and wet roads is average.
Sound road irregularities and patches, rustling on coarse asphalt. Unpleasantly startle at the transverse joints. Fuel consumption at 60 km / h is above average, at 90 km / h is lower. The primer is acceptable.
873 points
+ The average level of braking properties on dry and wet roads. Confident movement on a dirt road.
- Complex handling when performing extreme dry maneuvers.
Suitable for all roads in all driving conditions.
6–7 place - Hankook Ventus Prime K105M 91V
Hankook Ventus Prime K105M 91V
Place of manufacture - Korea
Tread pattern - asymmetric
Depth of the tread pattern - 7.1–7.7 mm
Shore hardness - 69/66 units.
Tire weight - 9.6 kg
Price - 3900 rubles.
Value for Money - 4.39
Far from a novelty - created and sold in Russia since 2003.
Clearly keeps the set course. Small taxis are complicated by the smeared "zero". The speed of performing extreme maneuvers on a dry road is above average, limited by a sharp drift, which, however, is easy to fend off. However, the steering angles are too large.
On wet roads, the speed of rearrangement is practically not reduced. In the limit, the same drift, but not so sharp. Note delayed reactions and lack of information on the steering wheel. Both on dry roads and on wet braking results are average.
From the point of view of comfort, they are contradictory: they do not make noise, but joints and convex irregularities pass rigidly, transmit sharp jolts from large irregularities. Fuel consumption at 60 km / h is below average, at 90 km / h - economical. The primer is acceptable to a limited extent.
889 points
+ Economical at a speed of 90 km / h, quiet, even in terms of performance and ratings.
- Tough.
Suitable for all roads in all driving conditions.
6–7 place - Continental ContiPremiumContact 2 91V
Continental ContiPremiumContact 2 91V
Place of manufacture - France
Tread pattern - asymmetric
Depth of the tread pattern - 7.7-8.4 mm
Shore hardness - 72/69 units.
Tire weight - 9.7 kg
Price - 4100 rub.
Value for Money - 4.61
Model 2005, the latest modernization (improved grip) - in 2009.
They clearly keep the set course, but only if the road profile is absolutely flat. Even with a slight lateral slope, the car deviates from the given direction, despite the dense steering wheel and excellent reactions. On dry surfaces, the successful speed of performing sharp maneuvers is above average, but in the limit the driver is faced with a sharp, deep drift. Annoying large steering angles and delayed reactions.
On wet roads at maximum speed, the behavior of the car is the same - a sharp progressive drift. To achieve greater speed, you have to work the steering wheel smoothly and accurately so as not to fall into the slip. The braking properties on a dry coating are better, but the Pirelli breathes in the back of the head, yielding only 10 cm. On wet roads, braking is good (along with the Nokian), but Pirelli is better.
Annoying rustling tread noise and lateral buildup on small irregularities. They roll hardest than all, therefore the most gluttonous. The primer is highly undesirable.
889 points
+ Better braking on dry surfaces, very good on wet.
- Complex handling with extreme maneuvering, increased fuel consumption.
Suitable for any asphalt road under any driving conditions.
5th place - Kumho Ecsta HM KH31 91W
Kumho Ecsta HM KH31 91W
Place of manufacture - China
Tread pattern - asymmetric
Depth of the tread pattern - 7.5–7.9 mm
Shore hardness - 65/65 units.
Tire weight - 10.2 kg
Price - 3500 rub.
Value for Money - 3.91
Created in 2007, modernized in 2010, sold in Russia since 2009.
Carry the car exactly at any speed. Clear reactions and increasing effort with increasing steering angle help to correct the direction of movement. The speed when performing extreme maneuvers on a dry road is average in the exercise. In the limit, a sharp drift, requiring an immediate response. Clear reactions to the steering wheel and understandable behavior help to cope with it.
On wet asphalt, the speed of the rearrangement is reduced by less than 1 km / h, that is, the behavior of the machine practically does not change. The car is easy to drive, although you have to fend off a pretty deep skid. The braking properties of both dry and wet asphalt are average.
On small roughnesses and rough asphalt, they rustle loudly and vibrate. Fuel consumption at any speed is above average. Primer is not recommended.
894 points
+ Good directional stability, well-balanced lateral grip and draw-off characteristics on dry roads.
- Minor comments on handling with extreme maneuvering and comfort; blisters on the sidewalls are another story.
Suitable for any paved roads.
4th place - Michelin Primacy HP 91V
Michelin Primacy HP 91V
Place of manufacture - Spain
Tread pattern - asymmetric
Depth of the tread pattern - 7.1–7.6 mm
Shore hardness - 67/65 units.
Tire weight - 8.9 kg
Price - 3900 rubles.
Value for Money - 4.25
Produced and sold in Russia since the beginning of 2006.
At any speed, keep a given direction without comment. Quickly and clearly respond even to small movements of the steering wheel; good informational content. Extreme dry maneuvers are permissible at a fairly high (third result in the exercise) speed. It is limited by a smooth drift that does not require compensation. The angles of rotation of the bagel are too large, palpable lags.
On wet roads, speed decreases slightly, remaining at an average level. Clear reactions at the entrance, however, in the second corridor there is a skid that requires compensation. They slow down very well both on dry surfaces (third result) and on wet surfaces (they are in the top five).
They roll quietly, without too much noise, gently splashing along bumps. Large bumps pass harshly. Fuel consumption at 60 km / h is below average, at 90 km / h - economical. The primer is acceptable to a limited extent.
917 points
+ Good brakes, clear heading, economical at high speed, quiet.
- Minor comments on handling at the rearrangement and ride.
Like on the highway when driving fast.
3rd place - Toyo Proxes T1 Sport 94W
Toyo Proxes T1 Sport 94W
Place of manufacture - Japan
Tread pattern - asymmetric
Tread pattern depth - 7.8–8.2 mm
Shore hardness - 71/70 units.
Tire weight - 10.5 kg
Price - 3700 rub.
Value for money - 4.03
Novelty of the season. Created in 2009, it will appear in Russia in the spring and summer of this year.
A clear course, a well-perceptible “zero” - at any speed, the car stands confidently on the road, without delay responding to corrections. Extreme maneuvers on a dry road are possible at high speed, but they end with a deep drift. However, it can be avoided by operating the steering wheel neatly and smoothly.
On wet roads, speed decreases slightly, but remains high for this exercise. But the car’s behavior is changing for the better: the ultimate skid becomes softer and smoother, the reactions on the steering wheel become very clear, except for a little information. Braking is very good regardless of the condition of the coating.
Roll almost silently. Rigidly shudder at the seams and large irregularities. Fuel consumption at 60 km / h is below average, at 90 km / h it is the lowest. The primer is acceptable to a limited extent.
919 баллов
+ Очень хорошее торможение на мокрой поверхности, сочетание сцепных свойств и уводных характеристик, четко держат курс, экономичность.
- Незначительные замечания по управляемости в предельных режимах посуху и плавности хода.
Понравятся при быстрой езде. Не спасуют на мокрой дороге.
2 место - Nokian Hakka V 94V
Nokian Hakka V 94V
Место изготовления - Финляндия
Рисунок протектора - асимметричный
Глубина рисунка протектора - 7, 8–7, 9 мм
Твердость по Шору - 68/66 ед.
Масса шины - 8, 9 кг
Цена - 3900 руб.
Соотношение цена/качество - 4, 22
Созданы в 2006-м, продаются в России с 2007 года. Результат последней модернизации появится на нашем рынке этой весной. Ровно стелются по дороге, однако эксперты отметили нечеткий «ноль» и подруливание задней оси при корректировке курса. При сложных маневрах ведут себя адекватно. Предельная скорость ограничена мягким заносом и близка к рекордной в упражнении. Четкие и плавные реакции с легкой задержкой гарантируют уверенную езду.
На мокром асфальте предельный занос остается плавным, практически не требуя корректировки. Управление автомобилем надежное, поведение понятное, без подвохов. Тормозят на сухом асфальте с четвертым результатом, на мокром - наравне с «Конти». Лучше только «Пирелли».
Ярко выраженный шум качения стихает после 80 км/ч. Пропускают на кузов толчки от стыков и выпуклых неровностей. Economical at any speed. The primer is acceptable to a limited extent.
924 балла
+ Очень хорошие торможение, баланс поперечных сцепных свойств и уводных характеристик на любом покрытии; стабильно управляются в любых режимах, экономичны.
- Незначительные замечания по курсовой устойчивости и комфорту.
Понравятся при любых режимах движения, при этом экономичны.
1 место - Pirelli P7 Cinturato 91V
Pirelli P7 Cinturato 91V
Место изготовления - Румыния
Рисунок протектора - асимметричный
Глубина рисунка протектора - 7, 7–8, 5 мм
Твердость по Шору - 66/65 ед.
Масса шины - 8, 5 кг
Цена - 3600 руб.
Соотношение цена/качество - 3, 81
Появились в 2009-м. В России модернизированная шина продается с 2010 года.
Ровный курс, четкий «ноль» и хорошие реакции при корректировке направления. Однако подруливание задней оси, переходящее в легкую избыточную поворачиваемость, не тянет на оценку «норма» (8 баллов). Скорость переставки на сухой дороге рекордная за все время наших тестов. Правда, достичь ее удалось только на прогретых шинах, на холодных срывы в скольжения чуть резче. Отменный баланс управляемости и легкий вправляющий занос, не требующий компенсации.
На мокром покрытии ставят еще один рекорд скорости. При переставке машина идет за рулем, мгновенно откликаясь даже на несколько градусов поворота, и ведет себя примерно. В торможении на сухой дороге проигрывают «Континенталю» лишь 10 см, зато на мокрой берут реванш, останавливая машину почти на метр раньше.
О комфорте на таких драйверских шинах не думают - пусть себе бухают и шуршат, и толкают кузов на стыках. Расход топлива близок к средним результатам. Грунтовка не рекомендуется.
944 points
+ Лучшее торможение на мокром покрытии, очень хорошее на сухом, отличное сочетание поперечных сцепных свойств и уводных характеристик, отменная управляемость.
- Низкий уровень комфорта, незначительные замечания по курсовой устойчивости на высокой скорости.
Доставят удовольствие от управления автомобилем на любой дороге и позволят вовремя остановиться.
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