215/50 R18 Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 variants
Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 is a allround tyre made in total of 76 sizes, ranging from R13 to R13 - this particular dimension is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. 215/50 R18 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 R18, there is only one possible speed index for Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 - "", which is good for speeds up to km/h. In 215/50 R18, CROSS SEASONS AW-6 usually competes against AllSeasonContact, which is a tyre from Continental with a rating of 76%, compared to 0% of the Nankang in question.
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Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 is made in 76 sizes, starting from 155/70 R13 up to 255/55 R18.
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Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 in tyre tests
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not recommended
Ranked #11 of 11
Finishing 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.
not recommended
Ranked #11 of 11
Finishing 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.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1 | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Nankang CROSS SEASONS AW-6 | 4+ | 3+ | 1- | ||||
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215/50 R18 - Best allround tyres (according to tests)
| # | Name | Our rating | Tested in this dimension | Tested in same width dimension | Segment | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | GoodYear Vector 4Seasons Gen-3 | Premium | £151 92 W | |||
| 2. | Continental AllSeasonContact | Premium | ||||
| 3. | Bridgestone Weather Control A005 EVO | Premium | ||||
| 4. | Michelin CrossClimate SUV | Premium | ||||
| 5. | Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF2 | Premium | £191 92 W |