Falken ZIEX ZE310 EcoRun Reviews - Page 7

Given 53% while driving a Ford Fiesta (195/50 R15 V) on a combination of roads for 4,000 spirited miles
While a pair of them were fitted in the front, the steering response was very retarded during urgent manouvres. Then they were moved to the back (along with Bridgestones T005 in front) and while side holding is good, wet performance is terrible-they lost the grip on several occassions with no sign, while T005 were still gripping or signalling grip limit of this FWD car.
Helpful 30 - tire reviewed on August 19, 2019
Given 90% while driving a Citroën c3 Picasso 1.6 diesel (195/55 R16 V) on mostly country roads for 500 easy going miles
I bought these tires because I wanted good tires at a good price. I felt Michelin was a bit too expensive, but I was not after a cheap budget tire since my previous experiences with Minerva F109 - they ended their life a bit too early. Falken has got good reviews in magazines and they have good prices, so I thought I give them a try.

Very good tires. My car was fitted from factory with Michelin Energy Saver. The Falkens feels quite similar to them. Low noise, very stable tires, good grip in dry and wet, good resistance to aquaplaning. I feel that I have good control. The tires are also comfortable, they soaks up bumps and imperfections well without feeling squishy or soft. Cars feels secure, and it holds the track very well.

Since the tires are new, I've only driven them this summer, I can't really comment on the wear.
But I've driven them in sun and in heavy rain, hot and medium temperature, country roads and highways. I like them a lot, my car feels like it's brand new again (well, almost :) ). A very pleasing experience driving with these tires on.

I've seen some magazine reviews complaining about high rolling resistance. But I would say that in real world driving this is not really a big issue.
Helpful 24 - tire reviewed on August 10, 2019
Given 89% while driving a Peugeot 207 1.4 16v (185/65 R15 H) on a combination of roads for 4,000 average miles
The 10-year-old Michelin Energy Saver was replaced. With the new Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun tires after 5000 km I am satisfied. It adheres very well and does not slip when suddenly braking. It is safe on the water as well, nothing aquaplaning, you can safely go in high rain. I don't feel loud.
Helpful 26 - tire reviewed on June 26, 2019
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Given 88% while driving a Peugeot 3008 (225/55 R18 V) on a combination of roads for 1,000 average miles
Bought these to replace Michelin primacy 3 on my 3008 mk2. I am more than happy with these tires and they perform just as well as the primacy 3. I also really like the sidewall design which makes keeping them looking black is a lot easier.
Helpful 18 - tire reviewed on June 14, 2019
Given 85% while driving a Mazda Mazda2 (205/50 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 300 spirited miles
These are some excellent tires for the price. They grip in the dry like they're made out of glue. And they're pretty quiet too. The only slight negative, the sidewalls are not the stiffest, and depending on the aspect ratio (weather it's for example 205/45 or 55 or 65), how aggressively you drive and how wide/narrow your rims are compared to the tires, you risk rolling on the sidewall slightly. Slightly higher pressure helps though. But if you don't drive too aggressively, these tires are just superb. Grip alone is outstanding. Highly recomended for the price (i payed just over 500DKK/about 57 pounds per tire in Denmark. They cost less everywhere else.
Helpful 20 - tire reviewed on April 15, 2019
Given 57% while driving a Skoda Octavia vRS (225/40 R18 W) on mostly town for 5,000 average miles
I replaced my falken ze914 for this tire. The dry grip is good, wet grip is not good in a 170bhp tdi car. The wear rate has been ok and comfort ok. The older ze914 tire was better than the new ze310 wouldn't recommend.
Helpful 50 - tire reviewed on February 16, 2019
Given 88% while driving a Mazda MX5 (205/60 R16 W) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
These were suggested by a local company.
Fitted to an MX-5 that is used for general driving (sometimes spirited).
The MX-5 being such a light car by todays standard is a hard car to 'get right'. Even tiny inaccuracies in tires/geometry/inflation can make huge differences in the overall driving manner of the car.
4 of these ZE310's replaced:
Yoko Advans on the rear (that were downright dangerous in damp/wet with snap oversteer)
Dunlop SportResponse on the front (which were 'OK' at the best).
I am pleased to say that the car has been totally transformed by these tires.
Road noise is massively reduced, comfort is increased and grip is great in dry/damp or wet conditions.
I am still toying with small changes in pressures, but in general the car is so much more planted and much more predictable in bad weather, which is a good thing in a lightweight real wheel drive car.
All in all I am well happy....
Helpful 45 - tire reviewed on February 11, 2019
Given 77% while driving a Dacia Chipped 150bhp diesel Duster : ) (215/65 R16) on mostly country roads for 5 spirited miles
Once the awful factory fitted front Contis had gone I used UniRoyal Rainexpert3s on the front (the used Contis on back). Those Uniroyals are unbelievably good in the wet. Far too fragile on warm dry tarmac (I live in SW France). Only lasted 15k km (3 sets). Need an extra set of summer wheels to swap them out when the sun shines!! That's my benchmark to compare against.

So I tried these Falkens. Not as ultimately grippy in the wet yet better than most others. No aquaplaning at speed or under hard braking - when relatively new. I only paid 50€ eaxh for these (plus 20€ fitting). Lovin' a necessary & sensible compromise. Recommended.
Helpful 26 - tire reviewed on February 1, 2019
Given 100% while driving a BMW Z4 (225/40 R18 W) on a combination of roads for 3,000 average miles
Replaced the original run flats with a wheel and tire package - choose the falken ziex eco run 310 as they were really good value and had the A rated wet grip - the tires have been brilliant so far - have great feed back in the dry and wet , low road noise and very little signs of wear. At no point have the tires lost traction in the wet - would definatlsy recommend and purchase again
Helpful 27 - tire reviewed on January 4, 2019
Given 89% while driving a Ford Fiesta mk7 (195/45 R16 V) on a combination of roads for 4 average miles
Replaced the conti contacts with the falken ZE310.
They are quiet, grippy and do what they are designed to do. In the wet they are great. We did a driving holiday this summer 650+ miles of driving. No issues.
Will buy again. 10/10
Helpful 35 - tire reviewed on November 26, 2018
Given 96% while driving a (195/45 R16 V) on mostly country roads for 4,000 spirited miles
Have them for 4000miles now, i've already knew Falken brand history and the ratings are perfect. I have coilover suspension and a bumpy road to commute every day, with lots of corners and braking! So my thoughts are that these tires are perfect for daily commute and some spirited driving! Soft ride changed my ride completely, very safe at all circumstances. Better than previus well known brands i had and equal to michelin, conti goodyear rivals for less money. Wear is excellent by now, very safe in wet road but don't overdo it as in the dry, as every tire drie safe in bad conditions. Would by them again!
Helpful 18 - tire reviewed on November 9, 2018
Given 91% while driving a Citroën C3 (195/45 R17 V) on mostly town for 6,000 average miles
I have now done 6000 miles on my ZE 310 Ecorun tires (Front tires) The tread depth is just under 8mm and I am very satisfied with the wear. The handling on both dry and wet roads is very positive, the ride is good and the road noise is very quiet. I would certainly buy these tires again as they are exceptional value for money.
Helpful 22 - tire reviewed on November 7, 2018