Germany’s Auto Bild is one of the best-known tyre test publishers in Europe. It evaluates summer tyres in real-world conditions, including dry braking, wet grip, aquaplaning resistance, handling, braking distance, noise level, and durability. The 2025 test focused on the 225/40 R18 size, which fits many sporty and mid-size cars. The results below give a clear overview of which tyres are top performers this year and which ones are more average.
AUTO BILD 2025 Summer Tyre Test Results
225/50R18 Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Summary: Sporty, precise, among the very best in dry conditions, and exceptionally durable. Michelin Pilot Sport 5 took first place thanks to its very short braking distances, outstanding handling on both dry and wet roads, and stability at high speeds.
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225/40R18 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Summary: Tied with Michelin for first place — especially strong on wet roads. In testing, the Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 stood out as one of the most stable tyres in wet conditions, particularly in handling and aquaplaning performance.
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225/40R18 Bridgestone Potenza Sport
Bridgestone Potenza Sport is one of the sportiest tyres in the test. It delivers very quick response and strong grip on dry roads.
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225/45R18 Continental SportContact 7
Continental is known for well-balanced tyres, and the PC7 is no exception. It offers very good wet grip and high comfort.
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The Kumho model surprised with its performance — very solid results on both wet and dry roads.
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225/50R18 Hankook Ventus Evo SUV (K137A)
Hankook Ventus Evo is a solid mid-range sporty tyre whose strengths are dry grip and stability.
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Falken is well known for its “good value for money.”
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235/45R18 Toyo Proxes Comfort
As the name suggests, the focus here is on comfort rather than sportiness.
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225/40R18 Dunlop Sport Maxx RT 2
Dunlop’s tyre can be strong in some tests and weaker in others — in 2025, the result was rather modest.
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Suitable for sporty drivers, but extra caution is needed on wet roads.
225/40R18 Sailun Atrezzo ZSR2
Sailun is a budget-category tyre, and that was also reflected in the results.
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Conclusion: Which summer tyres are the best in 2025?
⭐ Best sporty tyre of 2025:
Bridgestone Potenza Sport
⭐ Best tyre on wet roads:
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
⭐ Most balanced premium tyre:
Continental PremiumContact 7
⭐ Most durable:
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
⭐ Best value for money:
Hankook Ventus Evo K137 or Kumho Ecsta PS71 SUV
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