Sailun Atrezzo Z4 AS Reviews - Page 3

Given 43% while driving a Volkswagen Golf GTI (225/40 R18 W) on mostly motorways for 100 average miles
If you work early mornings and have trouble staying awake on your commute to work, these tires are for you. When driving on them whether it be city speeds or highway speeds, it sounds like you are in an aircraft. These tires are so unbelievably loud and hum so much I got rid of them after 2 days. They also cause a lot of vibration in the footwells.

Seriously, stay away from these. Spend an extra $200 and get a half decent pair of tires. The only reason I had these was because I got new wheels and the tires came with them. I'm not on ContiProContacts and the difference is absolutely unbelievable.
Helpful 23 - tire reviewed on June 16, 2015
Given 89% while driving a Renault Megane (225/40 R18 W) on a combination of roads for 6,200 average miles
Good allround tire
On my Renault Megane 2 RS sport 225 HP , they are very good tires especially on wet condition under 7°c , as good as expensive brand , for a low priced tire I was very impressed .Wear is exceptionnal on my sport car , after 10000 kms , the wear is only 60% on front and 40% rear , well I run sometimes very fast and they lasted well .
With these tires , I drive securely , no bad issue . A really good surprise, I bought these whithout reading any review ,very satisfy .
Now I am trying the new ZSR for my new Megane 3 sport 250 HP for summer use.
Sailun made good product ,you can try it , sure .
Helpful 29 - tire reviewed on April 19, 2015
Given 74% while driving a Vauxhall Vectra SRi 2.2i 150 (215/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 8,000 average miles
For the price I find these tires are really good value. I have now done over 8k miles with a full set and they have a lot of wear left in them ,I can see them doing another 8k easily. They handle well in the dry and wet and also do a good job in snow. Im not a mad driver but do like to push now and then and these tires give me no cause for concern. they have an aggressive tire tread pattern and a good looking sidewall. Cornering is good but sometimes they will let you know that they are giving but this has happened on the tightest of roundabouts in damp weather. They are not noisy on my car as some people have said on here and give a comfortable ride. Overall I would have no problems in buying this tire again given price V performance.
Helpful 15 - tire reviewed on March 26, 2015
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Given 84% while driving a Ford Focus Zetec S Ecoboost 180 (215/50 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 12,000 spirited miles
Had two of these on my car for nearly a year and around 11-12k miles now. They still have 4.5mm tread left and have spent most of their life on the fronts of a 180bhp Focus Zetec S ecoboost, so really can't complain about the wear rate.

I had them on the back from spring through summer last year as I wanted to minimise wear and save the nice all season treads for the winter, but tbh I couldnt wait til the winter to swap my Michelin Primacy HPs from the front to the back as with the Sailuns on the rear it felt twitchy with the back stepping out on cornering wet or dry. I think a combination of the softer sidewall and less grip than the Michelins. Never any major panic moments but I didn't like it.

So I lasted until Sept before I swapped the Primacy HPs back to rear and the Sailuns to the fronts. Much better/more predictable. I then drove like I was driving miss daisy to avoid wearing them down before the snowy season so never really pushed them hard but still noticed them approaching their limits and never felt confident with them. At this point I was already thinking about what I would get next and and it wasn't going to be these...

Now you're probably wondering why the high review scores?

Well, when the snow and ice finally came this winter they had maybe 5mm tread left and I have to say I was impressed! If I was to rate previous tires I've had such as Conti Sport Contact a 0/10 when driving on snow/ice, and Nankang Snow SV2 a 10/10, then I would say the Z4 AS's were about a 5 or 6/10. Much, much better than summers on snow, so as a year round tire in the UK they get a big thumbs up from me.

And now that we are probably past the coldest weather and I'm not in tread saving mode anymore, I've started pushing them a bit harder and even though it's still cold and wet I am finding they are better than I thought... yeah the ultimate limits are maybe only 85-90% of a good summer tire but they are very progressive for me and let you know they are losing it without snapping, lift off the throttle and they start gripping just fine again. I've no doubt they would let go and scare anyone who doesn't drive progressively, but if you drive sensibly you can make good progress with these tires just fine. In the hands of someone who doesn't push their (or their car's limits) they would probably never know the difference between these tires and a premium brand costing twice as much or more!

Also contrary to some other reviews I've not noticed terrible road noise (maybe pressure related? I run mine slightly higher than recommended (32) pressure at 35psi), and wearing nice and evenly too. Reckon they'll last 15k miles easily before getting to 3mm at which point I usually change my tires.

My verdict: a perfect budget tire for all year round use in the parts of the UK that are prone to snow on occasion.

Caveat: Don't mix them by fitting on the rear with a stiffer sidewalled/grippier pair of tires on the front axle. Fitted to fronts or as a set of 4 recommended.
Helpful 21 - tire reviewed on March 7, 2015
Given 44% while driving a Skoda Octavia vRS (225/40 R18 W) on mostly motorways for 11 average miles
Having just changed to Goodyear tires today, I think it's wise to inform people that you really do get what you pay for!

Purchased the Atrezzo's about a year ago 225/40/ZR18 92W. I paid 52 quid a tire, so... cheap enough!
Whilst the grip in both wet and dry is pretty decent, the tire noise (road feedback) makes the inside of your car sound like a Boeing 747 on take off!

The noise (after 9,000 miles) got so bad that I replaced all 4 wheel bearings thinking it was something different. Tires couldn't possibly make 'that' much noise right??, wrong!, upon changing them today, the car is now silent (an absolute god send).

The rubber on these tires is also concrete hard, so your ride becomes very firm, to the point whereby you can feel every pebble you drive over. Worse if your car has load (almost unbearable with 4 people and camping gear).

That being said, due to the firmness of the rubber, wear is almost none-existent even after 9,000+ miles. I've looked at them today, and they look brand new still with 4+mm all-round.

In summary, a cheap, grippy tire in all conditions, with minimal wear, but comfort levels and the ability to hear your radio or passenger is almost none-existent.

Will I buy these again, hell no!... Got 4 Goodyear ProEfficient Grip tires from blackcircles for 85 a tire... not bad for a top brand!
Helpful 22 - tire reviewed on January 24, 2015
Given 75% while driving a Rover 75 2.0 cdti Tourer (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
This is for ZS+
Fitted in the back come out of workshop on typical rainy autumn day did roundabout stunt and my back was almost overtaking front not the brightest idea. 500+ miles later same stunt followed by nice progressive controlled slide. Not sure about wear but holds road as well as Dunlop 3000 something twice the price so when Dunlops will go will not hesitate.
Helpful 18 - tire reviewed on December 13, 2014
Given 63% while driving a Honda Accord iVtec Type S saloon (225/45 R17) on mostly town for 12,000 average miles
After 12000 miles there is still enough rubber on the tires, I guess that will make another 5-6 k before changing them.

Driving under 35 miles/hour they are not noisy, however over 35 they are.

Dry grip is good but on the wet now with 2 mm rubber on the front, I don't like them. If you accelerate just a little fast the fronts spin and it becomes dangerous especially if you are on a corner. Breaking though still feels quite ok.

For a budget tire they are ok to fit imo comparing price/quality. It's half the price of a premium brand and offer some quite acceptable performance. And they last at least the same number of miles if not more.

Given I had researched a lot, I admit that I expected more from this tires, but ok, I am not dissatisfied. However, next time I will search for something else. I
Helpful 20 - tire reviewed on December 12, 2014
Given 83% while driving a Saab Automobile Aero 1.9 TTID (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 20 average miles
Previously I have left a review about these tires after only doing a couple of hundred miles and another user criticised me for this. I would just say that by making it clear I had only done a couple of hundred miles my review would have been read in that light by most people.

Well 20k miles on my opinion has not changed at all. The tires have not let me down, the progressiveness is good and I am pleased with all aspects. Best tire ever? No. Best tire at this price? In my opinion, yes. It is also good to see Sailun actively trying to establish a brand based on quality.
Helpful 16 - tire reviewed on October 19, 2014
Given 39% while driving a Volvo S60 D5 (185) (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 6,000 average miles
Shocking wear rate on my car.

They were illegal after 6 months. 6K miles covered max, normal commuting.

I will not be buying these again. False economy in my opinion.

Switched to hankook instead.
Helpful 15 - tire reviewed on September 16, 2014
Given 84% while driving a SEAT EXEO. SE.(143) 2.0ltr dsl turbo (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 20,000 average miles
Had 4 fitted 18 months / 20,000 miles ago (changed front to back around 15,000) and still got about 4mm on the front and 3mm on the back. I drive a Seat Exeo 2.0 tdi 143 lux and my car averages around the 50 mpg mark, so NO change to MPG and on a recent journey from Boston to Skegness got 67 mpg. Great tire and will buying some next year when they get to the limit
Helpful 16 - tire reviewed on August 14, 2014
Given 80% while driving a Audi A4 Avant S Line (143) (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 16,000 average miles
Driven these for 16k miles on the front and they are now finished.I previously had continentals at £230 each and got 18k out of them so these certainly lasted and at the price I cannot fault them. In my opinion every bit as good all round and in fact I would say quieter than the continentals. Looking around for replacement but I may just buy these again.
Helpful 15 - tire reviewed on July 15, 2014
Given 27% while driving a Saab Automobile 9 5 2.2 TID Vector Estate (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 3,000 average miles
Purchased these tires after reading good reviews. Never again! I drive in excess of 100k every year and have used most budget brands. These tires were fitted along with most front suspension parts at MOT. Tracking was done, these tires are on the wear indicators at under 3000 miles!!!! Worst ive ever had on fronts is 9000 on budget tires. Useless in the wet as well.
Helpful 14 - tire reviewed on June 16, 2014