Segment
1. Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Upper-middle2. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Lowcost
Comparison: Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun vs. Maxxis Premitra HP5
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In this comparison of two popular summer tyres, we will analyze the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun and the Maxxis Premitra HP5. We will focus on summarizing the data from various tests, highlighting their strengths and weaknesses, and providing a verdict on the overall performance of each tyre. Both tyres have been subject to multiple test results, including mutual tests that allow us to compare their relative performance against each other.
The Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun is a touring summer tyre made in Turkey with an 87% rating on our website that does not yet have a newer model that replaces it. In the Autobild test featuring 51 tyres, the ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun ranked 6th, showcasing its strengths in aquaplaning (longitudal), comfort, and wet braking. In the autobild 2022 test, it received praise for its excellent aquaplaning properties, stable wet handling, short braking distances, dynamic dry handling, and quiet rolling noise. However, it was also noted for its increased rolling resistance.
On the other hand, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 is a summer tyre with an 85% rating on our website that also does not yet have a newer model. In the same Autobild test mentioned previously, it ranked 9th, performing well in aquaplaning (cross and longitudal), handling on gravel, and comfort. In the autobild 2022 test, the Premitra HP5 was praised for its excellent safety reserves in aquaplaning, short wet braking distances, and low price level. However, it was criticized for its underperforming dry handling, limited tread life, and increased rolling resistance.
In the Autozeitung test, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun ranked 8th out of 10 tires, while the Maxxis Premitra HP5 ranked 5th. In the Firmenauto test featuring 11 tires, the ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun ranked 9th, with strengths in aquaplaning (cross and longitudal), while the Premitra HP5 ranked 6th, showcasing its strengths in exterior noise and wet handling (objective).
In summary, both the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun and the Maxxis Premitra HP5 perform well in various tests, with the ZE310 Ecorun showing strengths in aquaplaning, comfort, and wet braking, and the Premitra HP5 excelling in aquaplaning, handling on gravel, and comfort. Both tires, however, have increased rolling resistance as a common weakness. Considering the overall test results and rankings, the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun seems to have a slight edge over the Maxxis Premitra HP5, but both tires perform admirably and are worth considering for your vehicle.
For more information on these tires and their manufacturers, visit the Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun and Maxxis Premitra HP5 product pages, as well as the respective manufacturers' websites: Falken and Maxxis.
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Best position in test
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Year of the last test
Best rating in test
1. Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Exemplary2. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Very good
Worst rating in test
1. Maxxis Premitra HP5 Conditionally recommended2. Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Still recommended
Wet
(Overall rating)Aquaplaning - cross
Aquaplaning - longitudal
Wet handling
Wet braking
Wet circle cornering
Wet side guide
Wet braking according to EU label
Dry
(Overall rating)Dry handling
Dry braking
Comfort
(Overall rating)Exterior noise
Comfort
Outside noise accoring to EU label
Offroad
(Overall rating)Costs
(Overall rating)Rolling resistance
Mileage
Price/value
Fuel consumption according to EU label
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Dimensions and prices
Mutual tests
| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1+ | ||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Rating: Good | 1- | 2+ | 2- | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2+ | 2- | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | |||||
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| Best values in test | 146 | 134 | |||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Rating: Satisfactory | 120 | 104 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Highly recommended | 146 | 106 | |||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 35,7 | 27,5 | |||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun | 36,1 | 28,2 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 37,3 | 28,9 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 8,9 | 8,9 | 8,7 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Rating: Satisfactory | 7,0 | 7,8 | 6,9 | 3 | 7 | ||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 7,8 | 7,8 | 7,8 | 6 | 10 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 2 | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2 | 2+ | 3 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Offroad | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Rating: Good | 2 | 2 | 2- | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Satisfactory | 2- | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,1 | 29,6 | |||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun | 35,8 | 31,4 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 35,0 | 32,2 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Running costs | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 1- | 1 | ||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun Rating: Exemplary | 2 | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 Rating: Conditionally recommended | 2 | 2+ | 3- | ||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on dry | Stopping distance on wet | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,5 | 34,3 | |||||
| Falken ZIEX ZE310 Ecorun | 36,7 | 35,9 | |||||
| Maxxis Premitra HP5 | 35,6 | 38,1 | |||||
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