Uniroyal Rainsport 5 Reviews - Page 3

Given 70% while driving a Volkswagen Caddy (225/50 R17) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles
Good grip in the dry and wet but the wear quickly. I don’t like the sidewall design but I do like the tread pattern.
Helpful 49 - tyre reviewed on August 21, 2022
Given 53% while driving a Alfa Romeo Giuiletta (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 1,000 average miles
I have had these tyres fitted to two cars now. The first set I bought myself and were fitted to a BMW. The second set came already fitted to a front wheel drive Alfa Giulietta.On the BMW they were disappointing, very squirmy at the rear with imprecise handling and lots of wheelspin when pulling away they ruined the handling of the car compared to the previous Goodyear Eagle Assymetric. On the Alfa they seem to suit the car better and give a nice comfortable (but not sporty) drive. They seem to be a touring tyre rather than a performance one, as feedback on both cars was limited, although they do seem to suit a front drive setup much better than a rear drive. In terms of wear they are okay if not brilliant, they cut through standing water well and are not too expensive. I will be looking elsewhere next time as I prefer a sportier tyre.
Helpful 50 - tyre reviewed on August 8, 2022
Given 93% while driving a Mercedes Benz c 220 cdi (225/45 R17) on mostly country roads for 40,000 average miles
After crashing my car due to aquaplaning, i got scared to drive under wet conditions but these tyre just grips under rain ! They lasted 35km till now and still have 3.4mm, the tyre is very comfortable, pretty quiet id say. In dry condition if u are not planning to go to a circuit theres not much differences between them and goodyears EG PE2 it understeer a bit when i am too mighty in corners. But overall very nice tyre last very long since i am driving 50% town 40% country road and 10%% highway pretty agressivly, they still lasted 40000km and still have quite a margin !! For beginers, daily drive i would highly recommend these tyre for the price, comfort and security under wet conditions which is a very important point !
Helpful 48 - tyre reviewed on May 10, 2022
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Given 100% while driving a Suzuki Kizashi 2.4L FWD (235/45 R18) on mostly town for 5,000 average miles
Excellent tyre for all seasons
Helpful 39 - tyre reviewed on May 6, 2022
Given 93% while driving a Audi S3 (225/40 R18) on a combination of roads for 15,000 spirited miles
Dry grip is execptional, then when it rains, that level of grip just keeps on giving! It's like the the rain doesn't even effect these tyres! Feedback and handling progression is alot better than I expected for what feels like a soft compound and soft sidewall tyre. Didn't last as long as the previous Bridgestones, however the grip level is a step above, and so is well worth the comprimise. Also as comfortable, if not more so, than a set of Michelins I have also previously had on the car. Definately recommend, definately buy again.
Helpful 54 - tyre reviewed on April 12, 2022
Given 79% while driving a Volvo 2.0 T5 Saloon (235/50 R18) on a combination of roads for 30,000 average miles
I dont think there are many better tyres than these in the wet! Dry performance suffers a bit though. Feedback and comfort are ok. Would buy again, not bad in the snow
Helpful 46 - tyre reviewed on March 10, 2022
Given 100% while driving a Ford Fiesta Zetec S (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 5,000 spirited miles
Best tyres I’ve had. Have previously used Bridgestone potenza that were excellent but wore down quickly and lost grip. The uniroyal is a far superior tyre
Helpful 45 - tyre reviewed on March 5, 2022
Given 93% while driving a Audi S4 (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 9,000 spirited miles
AMAZING TYRE ALL ROUND BUT EXCEPTIONAL PERFORMANCE IN THE WET WEATHER
Helpful 40 - tyre reviewed on February 9, 2022
Given 36% while driving a Renault Clio 172 (195/50 R15) on a combination of roads for 500 spirited miles
Conclusion: If you have a hot hatch and enjoy spirited driving, avoid these like the plague! Probably ok for a Sunday driver with a car that won't exceed 30mph anywhere. I've got Rainsport 5's fitted on my Clio 172 Turbo with Speedline 2118s so tyre size is 195-50-15's......I absolutely detest them
Helpful 56 - tyre reviewed on February 6, 2022
Given 100% while driving a Citroën C4 Grand Picasso (225/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 11,347 average miles
Very precise steering and high cornering grip in the wet. Very quiet. Does the business on dry tarmac too
Helpful 39 - tyre reviewed on January 29, 2022
Given 36% while driving a BMW 1 series (255/35 R18) on a combination of roads for 12,000 average miles
This is a second report due to the tyres nearing the end of their life. They have improved in terms of dry grip as they have worn, but unfortunately the numb, squishy handling has remained. Wear has been good but not fantastic, I managed 12000 miles on the rear of my 220bhp BMW in normal driving. Comfort was decent with them, the sidewalls are quite soft. These would suit a car driven steady, or for commuting but as a performance tyre they are somewhat lacking. I am looking at going for Goodyear or Michelin for the replacements.
Helpful 44 - tyre reviewed on January 26, 2022
Given 100% while driving a Audi A4 1.9 TDI (225/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 12,500 average miles
Very good on dry. Not bad cornering and impeccable handling, the Uniroyal rain sport 5 is consistently great in the wet and in the snow, the tyre is a little less convincing when pushing it to the limits but provides sufficient safety
Helpful 36 - tyre reviewed on January 11, 2022