Top 10 R14 Summer Tires

No car owner can do without them - iquality.techinfus.com/en/ experts talk about the best summer tires of 2021. Our rating includes models with a radius of 14. We look at which of them are designed for a careful driving style, and which ones are suitable for those who like to enter corners at speed.
 
  Name
  Rating
  Nomination
1 Dunlop SP Touring R1 4.72
Best contact patch
2 Yokohama Bluearth ES32 4.54
Better grip on asphalt
3 Michelin Energy XM2 4.48
With the most efficient drainage
4 GOODYEAR Eagle Sport 4.37
Most practical
5 Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130 4.35
Most Popular
6 Continental EcoContact 6 4.28
Best for economical driving
7 Matador MP 47 Hectorra 3 4.18
The best balance of price and quality
8 KAMA Breeze 4.16
The most budget
9 Cordiant Road Runner 4.11
With the strongest frame
10 Nokian Tires Nordman SX2 4.02
The best combination of softness and confidence on the road

It is permissible to change summer tires with a residual tread height of 1.6 mm. But do not wait for the minimum allowable technical regulations values. Depending on the distance traveled and road conditions, summer tires are changed every 3-5 years. When choosing, you need to take into account the size, load and speed indices, which are indicated in the car's operating manual and are duplicated on the sticker of the doorway pillar. As a rule, the manufacturer offers several options. Choosing from them, you need to focus on the size of the available disks, the range of the market and the driving style.

Top 10. Nokian Tires Nordman SX2

Rating (2022): 4.02
Accounted for 442 feedback from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Drome, Otzovik
The best combination of softness and confidence on the road

The high popularity of this tire model is due to excellent handling, softness and smooth overcoming of obstacles on the roads.

  • Average price: 3060 rubles.
  • Country Russia
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: T (up to 190 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: asymmetrical

Tires are often chosen by owners of Lada Grant and Renault Logan because of the combination of excellent performance and affordability. These tires are quiet, not as stiff as previous models from Nokian, and they give a feeling of confidence when driving in any summer weather. The deep tread pattern with diagonal sipes provides long-term hydroplaning resistance. True, when driving on a track, the tires do not behave in the best way. And high-speed drivers who often drive on bumpy roads periodically encounter hernias - the cord of this model is considered a weak spot.

Pros and cons
  • Good handling
  • Deep tread pattern
  • Quiet
  • Inexpensive
  • Tendency to develop hernias

Top 9. Cordiant Road Runner

Rating (2022): 4.11
Accounted for 346 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Drome
With the strongest frame

The combined breaker consists of 2 layers of steel cord and a textile spiral cord. Such a carcass helps the tire to maintain stability against deformations and mechanical damage.

  • Average price: 2349 rubles.
  • Country Russia
  • Max. load, kg: 545
  • Speed ​​index: H (up to 210 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: symmetrical

The model has improved performance due to computerized simulation.The two-layer tread increases the reliability of the tire and reduces its rolling resistance. Soft quiet tires give the driver comfort when driving on asphalt and ground. They smoothly pass through the pits, hold the road well when changing lanes with a non-aggressive driving style. Despite the fact that soft beads are prone to herniation, the owners of these tires rarely experience such problems. Basically, if you combine high speed and bumpy roads. The tread pattern provides confident movement through puddles and light mud. But some drivers find it difficult to keep a course on ruts on these tires. Nevertheless, at a low cost, tires are quite wear-resistant and last at least 4-5 seasons.

Pros and cons
  • Quiet
  • wear-resistant
  • Inexpensive
  • Confidently hold the road
  • prone to hernias

Top 8. KAMA Breeze

Rating (2022): 4.16
Accounted for 297 reviews from resources: Mosavtoshina, Yandex.Market
The most budget

These tires have the lowest average price for summer R14 models in our ranking. At the same time, they are quiet and hold the road well in any weather.

  • Average price: 1969 rubles.
  • Country Russia
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: H (up to 210 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: symmetrical

Despite the symmetrical pattern, the tires provide good vehicle handling in both dry and rainy weather - the diagonal grooves on the tread contribute to good drainage. But the symmetry allows you to install tires on either side. Drivers note that the tires are soft, they overcome bumps on the road well. They are quiet and ride calmly through the mud.But the wear resistance of tires leaves much to be desired: at 20,000 km of run, it can reach 50%. In addition, the cord is not very reliable here, since driving on Russian uneven roads, combined with high speed, regularly ends in the appearance of hernias.

Pros and cons
  • Low price
  • Good road holding
  • Quiet
  • Tendency to hernia
  • Rapid wear

Top 7. Matador MP 47 Hectorra 3

Rating (2022): 4.18
Accounted for 324 feedback from resources: Yandex.Market, Drome
The best balance of price and quality

Wear-resistant low-cost tires for comfortable driving last a long time, show excellent grip and directional stability.

  • Average price: 2793 rubles.
  • Country: Slovenia, Russia
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: T (up to 190 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: asymmetrical

Soft and quiet tires from Matador are perfect for Russian roads. They smoothly pass road bumps with a calm driving style, but are not very suitable for a sporty driving style. The weak point in almost all soft tires is the cord. This tire, unfortunately, is no exception. It's best to avoid curb laps and record speeds on bad roads. In all other respects, these tires are liked by most drivers. They perfectly adhere to dry asphalt and demonstrate stable directional stability. In addition, they are quite wear-resistant and prevent hydroplaning. Water is quickly removed from the contact patch due to the features of the drainage system, which includes 4 volumetric longitudinal grooves in the center of the tread. From them, water is quickly discharged to the outside through transverse curved grooves.

Pros and cons
  • wear-resistant
  • Quiet
  • Comfortable on bad roads
  • Good grip on asphalt
  • Weak cord

Top 6. Continental EcoContact 6

Rating (2022): 4.28
Accounted for 66 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Drome
Best for economical driving

New polymer compounds in the GreenChili 2nd generation rubber compound generate less heat and reduce fuel consumption while improving tire wear resistance.

  • Average price: 4533 rubles.
  • Country: Germany
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: T (up to 190 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: asymmetrical

Tires designed for calm and confident driving. Moderately soft, they overcome road obstacles smoothly and maintain acoustic comfort on most surfaces. The asymmetrical tread pattern and increased contact patch provide tire stability, precise response and stable grip. A feature of this rubber is its focus on European environmental standards. The composition of the rubber mixture helps to reduce fuel consumption with high wear resistance. True, drivers have noticed that the sidewalls have become thinner and softer compared to previous models. Which increases the likelihood of hernias and cuts.

Pros and cons
  • Quiet
  • good grip
  • Clear controllability
  • Fuel Economy
  • Thin sidewalls

Top 5. Viatti Strada Asimmetrico V-130

Rating (2022): 4.35
Accounted for 567 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Tire
Most Popular

Wear-resistant inexpensive tires confidently behave on the ground, wet and dry pavement. These summer tires have received the most reviews.

  • Average price: 2090 rubles.
  • Country Russia
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: H (up to 210 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: asymmetrical

Russian-made budget tires are bought for cars of various classes. They are suitable for Lada Grant, Renault Logan, owners of more expensive cars choose them for summer operation. Everyone notes high wear resistance, durable sidewalls, confident behavior on dry and wet roads. The tread pattern with diagonal sipes and angled sipes helps to maintain handling on wet pavement. Water is quickly evacuated from the contact patch and the risk of hydroplaning is minimized. The only thing is that summer Viatti are quite noisy. Although the perception of sound depends on the level of sound insulation in the car and the road surface.

Pros and cons
  • Affordable price
  • Controllability
  • wear resistance
  • Noisy

Top 4. GOODYEAR Eagle Sport

Rating (2022): 4.37
Accounted for 178 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Otzovik
Most practical

Moderately hard tires with a functional tread demonstrate confidence when maneuvering and provide the driver with comfort on Russian roads. At the same time, their durability is high.

  • Average price: 4533 rubles.
  • Country: USA
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: H (up to 210 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: asymmetrical

Tires designed for confident driving at any speed and in any weather. The asymmetric tread has several functional zones: large shoulder blocks provide excellent stability during maneuvers and braking, and wide central grooves minimize the risk of aquaplaning even during high-speed traffic. These tires can not be called soft, but still on bumpy roads they go with sufficient comfort and directional stability.However, drivers agree that at speeds over 130 km / h, you should not count on perfect handling. However, both on the highway and in the city, such numbers on the speedometer are prohibited. The owners of the Eagle Sport have no complaints about wear resistance.

Pros and cons
  • wear resistance
  • Controllability
  • Sufficient rigidity
  • Swims at very high speeds

Top 3. Michelin Energy XM2

Rating (2022): 4.48
Accounted for 485 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Otzovik
With the most efficient drainage

Wide diagonal water channels and effective water capture by the central rib of the tread provide maximum safety when driving on wet asphalt.

  • Average price: 4885 rubles.
  • Country: France
  • Max. load, kg: 615
  • Speed ​​index: H (up to 210 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: symmetrical

The most expensive model of our selection is one of the most popular tires among car owners of cars of different classes. Drivers note high wear resistance and excellent behavior of tires on wet roads. Reinforced by lamellas with variable depth, the central rib retained its ability to take water from the road. And the wide channels for drainage cope with their task instantly, minimizing the possibility of aquaplaning. Tires hold the trajectory well, confidently entering turns. At the same time, the moderate softness of the rubber compound maintains comfort and behaves quite quietly on the roads. The disadvantages of drivers include the high cost of tires and too soft sidewalls.

Pros and cons
  • wear-resistant
  • Excellent trajectory retention
  • Minimal risk of hydroplaning
  • Soft sidewalls
  • High price

Top 2. Yokohama Bluearth ES32

Rating (2022): 4.54
Accounted for 194 feedback from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Otzovik
Better grip on asphalt

The rubber compound of these tires ensures their resistance to stretching and tearing, regardless of whether the car is driving on cold or hot asphalt. This maintains excellent traction at all speeds in all summer weather.

  • Average price: 2772 rubles.
  • Country: Japan
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: H (up to 210 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: symmetrical

Japanese tires are traditionally associated with reliability. They have all the characteristics for perfect handling and high wear resistance. Moderately hard rubber keeps the balance between directional stability and comfort for the driver and passengers. The wide grooves of the tread quickly cope with the removal of water from the contact patch and maintain grip on wet asphalt at a level sufficient for safety. Cars on this rubber move confidently on the ground, however, drivers complain about stone chips getting stuck in the tread grooves. But the tire is not subject to minor damage and has a strong sidewall.

Pros and cons
  • Excellent grip
  • Moderate hardness
  • Confident on dry and wet roads
  • Clogged tread grooves

Top 1. Dunlop SP Touring R1

Rating (2022): 4.72
Accounted for 128 reviews from resources: Yandex.Market, Mosavtoshina, Otzovik
Best contact patch

Wide tread ribs and their placement, as well as a flat profile, allowed the manufacturer to achieve a maximum contact patch and excellent grip on dry roads.rn

  • Average price: 2790 rubles.
  • Country: UK
  • Max. load, kg: 560
  • Speed ​​index: T (up to 190 km/h)
  • Tread pattern: asymmetrical

Inexpensive summer tires of the British brand are designed by the manufacturer for those who are looking for a balance of comfort and handling. At the same time, affordability makes tires attractive for owners of budget cars. The central longitudinal rib is resistant to deformation. It largely provides impeccable handling and directional stability at any allowable speed. Tires are not designed for sports racing - you should not expect ideal behavior from them when the speedometer needle goes off scale. The depth and pattern of the tread with a larger contact patch increases the chances of avoiding hydroplaning and guarantees excellent dry grip. But in a rut filled with water, the wheels slip. This rubber is soft and quiet, which is an advantage for riders with a relaxed driving style. For fans of fast driving, the cord in these tires is rather weak, as hernias can form.

Pros and cons
  • Large contact patch
  • Good handling
  • Reliable grip on dry road surfaces
  • Comfort on the road
  • Weak cord
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  1. Victor
    I liked Viatti, however, I have it in size 15)

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