Noise
Tyre roar is a big issue - so we look for the quietest choice
It's clear from comments online that many drivers are no longer looking for improved performance from their tyres. Instead, they want patterns which give a quieter and more comfortable ride.
The smoothest, quietest rubber is the Bridgestone, closely followed by Dunlop and Fulda. Continental was a fraction behind. There was then a gap to fifth-placed Vredestein, which was a similar performer to the Goodyear and Hankook, and then the Michelin.
Kumho and Pirelli were way behind, and we didn’t need a noise meter to know we were on the Wanlis. They made their presence known at most speeds. Maxxis would have come third if it was included in our ranking.
| Cabin noise results |
|---|
| Bridgestone 100.6 |
| Dunlop 99.7 |
| Fulda 99.6 |
| Continental 99.4 |
| Vredestein 98.9 |
| Goodyear 98.8 |
| Hankook 98.8 |
| Michelin 98.5 |
| Kumho 98.1 |
| Pirelli 98.0 |
| Wanli 97.7 |
