Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun Reviews - Page 6

Given 83% while driving a Ford Mondeo 1.6 TDCi (215/45 R17 V) on for 12,000 miles
I use the tires on the Ford mondeo mk iv 1.6 tdci. The tires are extra load 95. They seem to be very stable but way too hard.. I use them in Greece so there is big climate changes. From - 5 degrees Celsius to 40...if warm weather they have a good grip but in cold weather the grip is average. Aquaplanning is sometimes a little bit too early. The ride is a bit too hard. My car has a firm ride due to the sport suspension, so I can feel any imperfections of the road.. Previously I was using goodyear efficient grip and matador mp47. Matador were the best from these three tires. All three were 215 45 17 95v. My driving style is mostly average and only a few times spirited. I have 20k on them and they seem to age in a good manner.
Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on February 7, 2021
Given 85% while driving a Ford Fiesta mk7 (195/55 R15 V) on a combination of roads for 7,000 average miles
I bought these as the garage I had bought the car off had fitted budget Kenda tyres, which had very poor grip in the wet and low fuel efficiency. Once fitted, the improvement was instantaneous, these tyres have incredible grip in both the wet and dry. Road noise is also significantly reduced and fuel economy has seen a slight increase too. Overall very satisfied with these tyres and they represent a good value for money.
Helpful 22 - tyre reviewed on January 23, 2021
Given 83% while driving a Skoda (185/60 R15 H) on a combination of roads for 1,200 average miles
I have only had these tyres for 1200 km so cannot judge them for wear, apart from that they are a good all round choice. I have driven a mixture of motorway and twisting roads here in Tenerife and am fairly impressed with all aspects of these reasonably priced tyres. As others have said they are almost silent, some of the road tests concluded that they have a high rolling resistance so I expected my fuel use to increase but I have checked between fill ups and there is no noticeable difference.
Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on November 20, 2020
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Given 79% while driving a BMW 328i (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 1,000 spirited miles
215/40/18 and 225/40/18 on my BMW E36 328i sedan. I found that the Falken Azenis FK510 was a lot better in the rain, felt a bit more stable and grippy. I have to say that those were 225/45/17. So a bit more sidewall, which could have influenced the result. Overall the tires have really good grip, nothing to regret my purchase! The tires also don’t wear that fast, I’ve drifted them (only in the rain!). I think my next purchase will be Falken too, just figuring out what type. Super enthousiastic about Falken!
Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on November 1, 2020
Given 84% while driving a Opel vectra c (205/55 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 15,000 easy going miles
Silent tyres. Previously I have used hankook kinergy eco, but when I switch to Falken immediatly I have noticed the difference in silence and confortable. Regarding negativ aspects I will mention the high rolling resistance noticed immediatly after replacing the tyres, but after some time I don't notice it anymore, perhaps I get used of them.
Helpful 28 - tyre reviewed on October 25, 2020
Given 80% while driving a Volkswagen Golf Mk5 1.9 TDI (205/55 R17 V) on mostly town for 3,000 average miles
I replaced a set of Bridgestone Turanza and the noise level significantly dropped in the cabin. Overall pretty good confort and grip, I would definitely recommend them, especially since the price was very good. For the average non-performance car they are a solid choice. Will see how is the wear over time but so far there is no visible wear.
Helpful 23 - tyre reviewed on October 19, 2020
Given 83% while driving a Saab Automobile 9 3 SE Turbo (195/65 R15 V) on mostly country roads for 500 spirited miles
I found the tyres really good, for what they are. The feel is as you expect from a 65 profile sidewall, but I was surprised by how well they handled the wet. Really solid grip, even in very heavy rain. Bought them thinking they would be a set of decent "budget" tyres, but was very surprised at how well they handled compared to other more expensive tyres I've tried out.
Helpful 36 - tyre reviewed on August 4, 2020
Given 83% while driving a Hyundai i30 (205/55 R16 H) on a combination of roads for 5,000 easy going miles
Very good given the money spent. Seem very stable and comfortable at the same time, giving good handling especially in the wet. Dry handling seems to need a better tarmac to shine, still good enough in all conditions. High speed on motorways is fine, fast turns might slip on average asphalt. They seem a little 'heavy', but all in all they are great for what you pay. Recommended, for sure!
Helpful 23 - tyre reviewed on July 18, 2020
Given 79% while driving a SEAT Toledo (205/50 R16 W) on mostly town for 6,000 easy going miles
Positives: Grip both on dry and wet is superb. Especially on wet. These tyres inspire confidence. When you are driving it feels like there is a huge invisible hand pressing the car down and the road feedback is phenomenal. Low wear. And of course the price. Value for money indeed. Negatives: High fuel consumption. I quess that superb grip comes at a price. Noise levels were also elevated. And lastly comfort. These tyres provide a firm ride. My car has also a firm suspension and together made the ride uncomfortable. I drive 95% in the city on terrible roads, full of bumps and potholes, so i changed them to continentals ecocontact 6 which did provide a more comfortable ride, much better fuel efficiency and low noise. But the feedback is terrible and nowhere near the Falkens. So i would not buy again. But if i drove frequent long journeys, in twisty roads or long distances then i would pick the falkens again.
Helpful 34 - tyre reviewed on March 31, 2020
Given 79% while driving a SEAT Toledo (205/50 R16 W) on mostly town for 6,000 easy going miles
Positives: Grip both on dry and wet is superb. Especially on wet. These tyres inspire confidence. When you are driving it feels like there is a huge invisible hand pressing the car down and the road feedback is phenomenal. Low wear. And of course the price. Value for money indeed. Negatives: High fuel consumption. I quess that superb grip comes at a price. Noise levels were also elevated. And lastly comfort. These tyres provide a firm ride. My car has also a firm suspension and together made the ride uncomfortable. I drive 95% in the city on terrible roads, full of bumps and potholes, so i changed them to continentals ecocontact 6 which did provide a more comfortable ride, much better fuel efficiency and low noise. But the feedback is terrible and nowhere near the Falkens. So i would not buy again. But if i drove frequent long journeys, in twisty roads or long distances then i would pick the falkens again.
Helpful 18 - tyre reviewed on March 31, 2020
Given 82% while driving a Nissan 300ZX (225/50 R16 W) on a combination of roads for 200 average miles
Quiet, grip is good atm, and for the price I am happy. They seem to be able to handle 228bhp so am happy enough. Replaced some rather elderly Firestone Roadhawks and seem miles better in comfort and road noise with reasonable grip.
Helpful 24 - tyre reviewed on March 25, 2020
Given 94% while driving a MINI Cooper S (205/45 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
Purchased my Mini Cooper S with Pirelli P-Zero Run Flats, absolutely awful - no confidence at all, any slight bump would dramatically unsettle the car to the point where I could feel the car slide sometimes. Swapped to the Falken ZE310’s for a cost of £300 for all 4. WOW WHAT A DIFFERENCE!!! My Mini has been transformed, Chuck it into bends now and it just grips, no sliding or any noise of the tyres struggling. Occasionally wheel spin in 1st gear but that’s understandable from a FWD car running north of 200bhp. Covered around 1000 miles so far and it’s so much better on the road all round, whether you’re cruising or flying down back lanes, the tyres have got your back and I would 100% recommend them to anyone.
Helpful 30 - tyre reviewed on January 24, 2020