Vredestein Ultrac Satin Reviews - Page 4

Given 91% while driving a Volvo V40 D3 Polestar upgraded (205/50 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 1,500 spirited miles
Have had my V40 D3 Polestar for three years and run on Pirelli Cinturato P7 from new. An OK tire by lacked road feel, response sluggish and a very noisy tire.
In my nearly sixty years of driving the widest range of cars/quads/bikes/buggies tried most tires in most conditions and have an interested (and survivalist) knowledge and feel of what suites my positive style and my transport.
Had Vredestain Cento on a previous Volvo and suited well, but got dated. Replaced the Cinturatos with the Ultrac Satin in the autumn - what an improvement. The feel and response is crisp, feedback immediate, confident in bends and braking and road noise is greatly reduced/almost eliminated (one of the quietest tires I've had). Bit early to assess wear rates at 1,500 miles in, but no immediate concerns. And a big bonus is that I am also getting a consistent improvement in fuel consumption of around 4 to 5% with very mixed city, rural and motorway driving.
A big "congratulations" to Vredestein from me.
Helpful 26 - tire reviewed on January 12, 2017
Given 100% while driving a Ford Focus ST (235/40 R16 W) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
Instantly noticeable improvement over the Goodyear tires they replaced. Wet and dry grip is excellent. Road noise is reduced, while comfort is dramatically improved.
These are fitted on a 2013 focus ST. Remapped. They handle the power very well.
Highly recommended. It's hard not to at the price they are available at right now.
Helpful 27 - tire reviewed on December 26, 2016
Given 93% while driving a Volvo S60 D5 R Design (235/40 R18 W) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
I bought a set of these recently to replace a set of Falkens that were already on the car at purchase. The Falkens were very noisy considering they were barely worn at all. The Satins are considerably quieter in that respect. Grip in dry and wet is excellent and they are considerably cheaper than the top brands so represent decent value for money in my opinion.
The only negative I have with them is that the tire walls seem quite soft, maybe an unfair comparison as my previous purchases have been Contisport 6s and Pilot Supersports although admittedly not for this car.
Overall a very good tire and I would be happy to buy again, I've currently done just over 2000miles on them and there are no real signs of wear yet, I hope that continues!!
Helpful 18 - tire reviewed on August 19, 2016
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Given 90% while driving a Volvo 2010 V70 T6 AWD (245/40 R18 W) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
Great comfort while still feeling very sporty. Good grip both going straight and cornering. Stands up really well against other premium brands. I would go as far as saying better than both Pirelli and Goodyear in every aspect except wear. At least thats my amateur feeling on my car.
Helpful 25 - tire reviewed on July 8, 2016
Given 91% while driving a Citroën C4 (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 0 average miles
Excellent tire.
Helpful 22 - tire reviewed on June 17, 2016
Given 93% while driving a Skoda Octavia (205/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 2,000 average miles
Have only had these fitted all round for a few weeks now but very impressed with ride comfort, fuel economy and all round grip. Replaced Uni-Royal RS3's on front and Rain experts at rear with these Ultrac Satins and by far the best tires I have had fitted to this car! For the price (£45 each from Camskil) they are a very good tire and I would recommend them 100%. Can not comment on tire wear yet but I don't see any issues as I drive motorway miles and don't go crazy in the bends however I have driven them harder than usual to see how they compare and am very pleased with the results. A very good tire and also well recommended by my local tire shop. Wear wise as I said I can't really comment but have covered about 2000 miles on the front set and no signs of any wear yet so they should be OK. The Uni Royal RS3's are a good tire by the way but very soft side walls so for an extra couple of quid I will stick with Vredestein in future.
Helpful 22 - tire reviewed on June 7, 2016
Given 93% while driving a Volkswagen golf 2.0 gt tdi (225/45 R17 W) on a combination of roads for 1,000 spirited miles
Dealer oredred these especially for my car, being so new he hadn't any in stock. In the past I've used Michelin Pilot Sport 3s and Goodyear Eagle F1 AS2. These Veedesteins are up there with the best. Massive improvement over the Bridgestone Potenzas that were on before - much more comfortable, less noise, much better grip. Will definitely buy these again.
Helpful 291 - tire reviewed on April 27, 2016