Five low-cost summer tyres R17 for SUV

The summer model from South Korean tyre manufacturers for mid-range SUVs takes its toll with excellent coupling properties, sensitive reaction to steering turns, high driving comfort and low noise. But about everything in order.

The reliable grip of the tyre with wet and dry roadbed is due to the rigid ribs in the central part of the asymmetric tread pattern. They are striped with "quiet lamellas" in the form of diagonal notches on the tread blocks, which help to reduce noise when the tyre is rolling. Deep channels for water drainage have also been launched along the entire area of the contact spot, which increase the resistance of the tyre to hydroplaning when overcoming water obstacles at high speed.

In tests, Nexen N'FERA RU1 shows not the best results, in particular, the indicators of handling and the length of the braking distance of the tyre deteriorate on wet roads. This conclusion was reached by the experts of the Swedish edition Vi Bilägare, who tested the model in 2017. However, more venerable "players" were chosen to compete with the tyre at a higher level, which is why a similar picture has developed (for example, Continental ContiPremiumContact 6, Nokia Hakka Black, etc.). Nevertheless, among them, the tyre took first place in the discipline of fuel efficiency and received high marks from the judges for the aforementioned low noise.

Silica has been added to the rubber mixture of the model, which is why the tyre stands out for its increased elasticity and wear resistance. In addition, it effectively "eats up" the irregularities of the roadway, increasing the comfort of movement and reducing the load on the suspension elements of the car. On store shelves, the tyre can be presented both under its own name and in the form of Roadstone N'FERA RU1, which should not confuse a potential buyer of an off-road tyre for the warm season.

TIGAR Summer SUV is a Serbian tyre at an attractive price for crossovers, SUVs and four—wheel drive cars. In general, the brand is managed by the French tyre company Michelin, whose specialists had a hand in the development of the summer tyre in question.

The tyre has good coupling qualities both with a dry road and with a wet roadbed. Wide channels around the circumference of the symmetrical non-directional tread pattern effectively divert water from the contact spot, preventing the risk of hydroplaning. Also, these grooves do a good job of removing liquid dirt, but the efficiency of removing viscous mud particles leaves much to be desired, which is why the tyre is not so confident in overcoming off-road.

The trump card in the sleeve of the model is the provision of a high level of riding comfort. It is achieved due to the smoothness of the ride, low noise and the softness of the tyre, which smooths out the irregularities of the roadway. An additional advantage of the TIGAR Summer SUV over its peers are reinforced sidewalls — resistant to side cuts and hernias.

The tyre did not do without weaknesses, which include not the best stability in turns and the above-mentioned uncertain behavior off-road. The tyre is clearly not aimed at adherents of an active driving style and fans of mixing mud with wheels. The main argument "for" when choosing it becomes a "delicious" price tag, which allows you to forgive the model minor flaws, especially if it is planned to operate in a large city.

The conqueror of the off—road from the Slovak tyre company Matador — the "daughter" of the German concern Continental AG — is positioned by the manufacturer as an all-season tyre. However, the tyre is suitable for the role of all-season except in regions with a warm climate, and in east european realities it is purely summer.

The proportions of using the Matador MP 82 Conquerra 2 SUV on asphalt and off-road are distributed in a ratio of 80 to 20. That is, most of the time it is customary to use the tyre in the urban cycle and when traveling on the highway, and a fifth of its life can be devoted to the conquest of primers and gravel roads. Regardless of the type of coating, the tyre provides excellent handling and manoeuvrability of the car.

The symmetrical non-directional tread pattern of the model consists of a central double rib, which is responsible for the directional stability of the machine, blocks with wavy lamellae and compact shoulder zones. The contact spot of the tyre allows you to evenly distribute the load on the wheel, which entails a reduction in fuel consumption and an increase in the service life of the tyre.

There are no serious disadvantages of the Matador MP 82 Conquerra 2 SUV. It is suitable for numerous SUV class car models and impresses with one of the most balanced price/quality ratios on the market. In addition, the tyre is known in a large assortment of standard sizes — the rim diameter of the tyre ranges from R15 to R18, which is designed to meet the needs of many car owners.

Tyre products from the Japanese company Toyo are represented on the markets of more than 100 countries around the world. In its wide model range, there are many solutions for both passenger cars and heavier crossovers and SUVs.

The Open Country U/T summer tyre is sharpened for the urban cycle of movement along paved streets and highways. It quietly rustles along the roadbed, providing the car with stable handling and fuel efficiency. The low noise of the tyre is achieved due to toothed notches on the inner walls of the hydro-evacuation channels, which in addition contribute to the speedy removal of water masses from the contact spot and, accordingly, increase the tyre's resistance to hydroplaning.

The non-directional tread pattern of the model permeates numerous wavy lamellae. They, in turn, increase the rigidity of individual tread blocks, which leads to improved vehicle handling under various weather conditions. The stability of the car in turns is added by the lateral zones of increased rigidity. At the same time, the tyre retains its softness and comfortable qualities up to low plus temperatures.

Off-road Toyo Open Country U/T feels worse than on asphalt, but she can overcome light off-road tracks. The main thing is not to dig into the mud up to your ears. The tyre is fully revealed in the city, where the model becomes a guarantee of good handling on dry and wet roads, and also provides off-road cars with effective braking.

Kumho Crugen HP91 is included in the cohort of high-performance summer tyres for owners of powerful crossovers and SUVs, who most of the time "walk" their "iron horse" on asphalt trails.

The tyre will appeal to adherents of an active driving style. The asymmetric pattern of its tread unites many important characteristics under its wing. Being divided into four functional zones (internal and external "shoulders", central ribs and negative profile), the tread provides excellent traction properties, effective drainage and contact spots of water and stability when cornering.

Three solid annular ribs in the central plane of the tread contribute to the effective transfer of forces from the tyre to the roadbed, resulting in improved traction and braking properties of the tyre. All elements of the tread remain rigid, despite the grooves of the drainage system of variable depth, which is necessary to ensure clear reactions to steering turns and maintain the stability of the car on the road.

In the reviews of the model, there are entirely positive reviews regarding the driving qualities of rubber. At a minimum, flattering words deserve its low noise and effective absorption of potholes. And in order to fully enjoy all the delights of active rides, it is recommended to pre-warm up the tyre. In this case, the pleasure and drive of a fast ride will be almost guaranteed to get.