Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 is a allround tyre made in total of 78 sizes, ranging from R13 to R13 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/50 R17 is 60mm wider than the narrowest dimension (155) and 40mm narrower than the widest one (255). This tyre profile of 50 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 50% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 107.5mm sidewall height. In 215/50 R17, there is only one possible speed index for Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 - "W", which is good for speeds up to 270 km/h. In 215/50 R17, CROSS SEASONS AW-6 usually competes against Kinergy 4S2 H750, which is a tyre from Hankook with a rating of 89%, compared to 23% of the Nankang in question.
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/50 R17)
Autobild Allyear tyre test 2021 215/60 R16 not recommended Ranked #11 of 11Finishing at the bottom, the Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 ranked 11th out of 11 competitors, ultimately being deemed 'Not recommended.' While showcasing impressive winter characteristics and offering a favorable price point, the tyre was criticized for its shortcomings. These included limited grip on wet surfaces, delayed steering response, and a propensity for understeer in both wet and dry conditions. These issues culminated in dangerously extended braking distances on wet roads, significantly impacting its overall performance and safety profile. Despite its strengths in winter performance and affordability, these critical weaknesses overshadowed the tyre's potential, leading to its bottom ranking.