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255/40 R21 Falken Azenis FK520 variants
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Falken Azenis FK520 is a summer tyre made in total of 115 sizes, ranging from R17 to R17 - this particular dimension is R21, which means it fits to a 21 inch/533.4mm diameter wheel. 255/40 R21 is 50mm wider than the narrowest dimension (205) and 70mm narrower than the widest one (325). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (255mm), which results in 102mm sidewall height. In 255/40 R21, there is only one possible speed index for Falken Azenis FK520 - "Y", which is good for speeds up to 300 km/h.
Falken Azenis FK520 is made in 115 sizes, starting from 205/45 R17 up to 325/30 R21.
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Falken Azenis FK520 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (255/40 R21)
Automotorsport Summer tyre test 2023 255/45 R20
very good
Ranked #7 of 10
Securing the 7th position out of 10 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 garnered a final rating of "Very good." Testers highlighted its impressive deceleration and decent cornering grip on wet surfaces, coupled with an active, safe handling when dry. Inside the vehicle, the tire was noted for being quiet and comfortable, enhancing the overall driving experience. However, it was pointed out that the tire exhibited a somewhat sluggish steering response. Additionally, its wet handling was marked by some indifferences, showing a less balanced performance, and it struggled with longer braking distances on dry roads. A standout achievement for the tire was its exceptional performance in dry handling, distinguishing itself as the best in this discipline among its competitors.
very good
Ranked #7 of 10
Securing the 7th position out of 10 competitors, the Falken Azenis FK520 garnered a final rating of "Very good." Testers highlighted its impressive deceleration and decent cornering grip on wet surfaces, coupled with an active, safe handling when dry. Inside the vehicle, the tire was noted for being quiet and comfortable, enhancing the overall driving experience. However, it was pointed out that the tire exhibited a somewhat sluggish steering response. Additionally, its wet handling was marked by some indifferences, showing a less balanced performance, and it struggled with longer braking distances on dry roads. A standout achievement for the tire was its exceptional performance in dry handling, distinguishing itself as the best in this discipline among its competitors.
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255/40 R21 - Best summer tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV | Premium | £291 102 Y + 2 | |||
| 2. | Bridgestone Turanza T005! Newer model available: Bridgestone Turanza 6 | Premium | £320 102 Y | |||
| 3. | Hankook Ventus S1 evo3 SUV K127A | Premium | £198 102 Y | |||
| 4. | Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S! Newer model available: Michelin Pilot Sport S 5 | Premium | £302 102 Y + 1 | |||
| 5. | Pirelli P ZERO lx. | Premium | £257 102 Y + 2 | |||
| 6. | Pirelli P ZERO PZ4 | Premium | £267 102 Y + 5 | |||
| 7. | GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5! Newer model available: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 | Premium | £248 102 Y + 3 | |||
| 8. | Continental Sportcontact 6! Newer model available: Continental SportContact 7 | Premium | £247 102 Y + 1 | |||
| 9. | Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2 | Premium | £310 102 Y | |||
| 10. | Uniroyal RainSport 5 | Upper-middle | £179 102 Y | |||
| 11. | Hankook Ventus S1 evo Z K129 | Premium | £218 102 Y | |||
| 12. | Continental Ecocontact 6! Newer model available: Continental EcoContact 7 | Premium | ||||
| 13. | General Tire Grabber GT Plus | Lowcost | £148 0 Y |
