Best SUV tires in Asia Test 2025/26

Continental EcoContact 6Q vs Michelin Primacy 5 — Touring Showdown Begins! This isn’t just another tire test — this is our very own showdown, and it’s a big one. On one side, the Continental EcoContact 6Q, the exact OE tire fitted on the popular EV, the BYD Seal. On the other, the brand-new Michelin Primacy …

In our “2024/25 Best UHP Tires for Asia Test,” we put five popular ultra-high performance (UHP) tires to the test under wet, dry, and noise conditions to determine which one takes the lead. This test lineup includes the Continental MaxContact MC7, Michelin Pilot Sport 5, Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6, Toyo Proxes TR1, and RoadX …

Top Tire Review APAC Touring Tire Test: Introducing Top Tire Review’s Inaugural Tire Showdown! –> Ladies and gentlemen, gearheads and driving enthusiasts, prepare yourselves for the most exhilarating tire test of the year! In our pioneering venture into tire evaluations, Top Tire Review presents a face-off like no other. We’ve brought together six of the …

Continental VikingContact 8 vs Pirelli Ice Friction — this is the studless winter showdown we’ve been waiting for. Continental VikingContact 8 comes in as the benchmark with its proven ice/snow traction and ultra-soft compound tuning, but Pirelli just dropped the all-new Ice Friction in 2025, targeting exactly this Nordic-style segment. One is the established reference, …

Michelin CrossClimate 3 vs Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport: First, this duel was tested by Tyre Reviews—and the Sport drew first blood on pure pace. Now, Round 2: an independent AutoBild re-test, same tire size, same test—plus a bonus mileage/abrasion test. Expect Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport to press its edge in dry/wet braking and handling, while …

Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 vs Kumho WinterCraft WP52 Plus: It’s a clash between premium precision and smart value — the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5, a winter icon known for sharp control and grip, faces the Kumho WinterCraft WP52 Plus, the challenger promising solid all-round performance without the premium tag. Let’s see who truly masters winter’s …

Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10 vs Continental VikingContact 8: Which tire should you choose — the ultimate studded or the finest studless? In this epic winter showdown, the legendary Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10, king of studded grip, faces the all-new Continental VikingContact 8, the latest and most advanced studless soft-compound tire. It’s a battle to decide it all …

Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Michelin CrossClimate 3: Previously, we compared the AllSeasonContact 2 against the CrossClimate 3 Sport — Michelin’s sportier take on all-season performance. But this time, it’s the standard CrossClimate 3, built for everyday comfort, safety, and durability. This sets up a true European all-season showdown — Continental’s efficiency-focused precision meets Michelin’s legendary …

Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 vs Dunlop Winter Response 2: Launched in 2014, the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 entered the stage as a high-performance winter tire for sporty sedans and coupes, while the Dunlop Winter Response 2, debuting a year earlier in 2013, targeted compact and mid-size cars with a strong focus on safety and efficiency. …

General Grabber HT6 vs Toyo Proxes CR1 SUV: When it comes to value-for-money SUV touring tires, two strong contenders stand out — the General Grabber HT6 and the Toyo Proxes CR1 SUV. Both are designed for everyday comfort and reliability, but as our test shows, one of them offers noticeably better performance and value. Test …

General AltiMax GS6 vs Toyo Proxes CR1: When it comes to budget-friendly touring tires, two names stand out: the General AltiMax GS6 and the Toyo Proxes CR1. I tested both back-to-back in wet, dry, and comfort conditions to see which delivers the best balance of safety, performance, and value. The results show clear strengths on …

Hankook Kinergy 4S2 vs Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport: In this all-season showdown, Hankook’s proven Kinergy 4S2 steps into the ring against Michelin’s bold new challenger — the CrossClimate 3 Sport. The 4S2 has built its reputation as a versatile, balanced performer for everyday drivers, but Michelin’s latest launch isn’t here to play safe. The CrossClimate …

Continental AllSeasonContact 2 vs Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport: We’re witnessing a milestone moment — the first official big all-season tire test appearance of the brand-new Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport, launched in 2025. It enters the arena against none other than the Continental AllSeasonContact 2, a proven benchmark in the segment. This clash isn’t just another …