215/55 R17 Semperit Speed-Life 3 variants
Semperit Speed-Life 3 is a summer tyre made in total of 113 sizes, ranging from R15 to R15 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/55 R17 is 50mm wider than the narrowest dimension (165) and 80mm narrower than the widest one (295). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 118.25mm sidewall height. In 215/55 R17, there are 2 possible speed indexes for Semperit Speed-Life 3 - "V","W", which are good for speeds up to 240, 270 km/h. In 215/55 R17, Speed-Life 3 usually competes against Roadhawk, which is a tyre from Firestone with a rating of 59%, compared to 59% of the Semperit in question. Latest test in 215/55 R17 was held by ADAC in 2024, where Speed-Life 3 received rating "Satisfactory" and finished on the 14. place. It was tested on a VW T-Roc.
215/55 R17 94 V mfs
Semperit Speed-Life 3 is made in 113 sizes, starting from 165/65 R15 up to 295/35 R21.
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Semperit Speed-Life 3 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/55 R17)
satisfactory
Ranked #14 of 16
The Semperit Speed-Life 3 finished 14th out of 16 competitors, securing a final rating of 'Satisfactory.' While showcasing commendable handling on wet surfaces, a very high expected tread life, low wear, and good efficiency, it fell short in dry condition maneuverability. The tire's performance on dry roads displayed only adequate feedback through the steering and struggled in terms of handling at the limits, with a pronounced tendency to understeer during sudden evasive moves. Although its braking distances on dry surfaces were judged to be satisfactory, these were not enough to elevate its overall rating in dry conditions. In wet conditions, the tire narrowly missed achieving a good evaluation. Despite its satisfactory outcomes in wet braking and lateral aquaplaning, it performed well in longitudinal aquaplaning and handling, but these positives did not suffice for a high overall wet rating. It led the way in none of the tested disciplines and was notably the weakest in dry braking and wet circle cornering. From an environmental perspective, the Speed-Life 3 was positively assessed, with its projected tread life being rated very good and both wear and efficiency receiving good scores. However, its noise and sustainability aspects only managed a satisfactory rating.
| Name | Enviromental impact | Driving safety | |||||
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,7 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 2,0 | 3,5 | |||||
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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 | |||||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 40 | 33,1 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption | ||
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| Best values in test | 2,1 | 1,5 | 2,4 | 1,0 | 1,2 | ||
| Semperit Speed-Life 3 | 3,3 | 3,4 | 2,8 | 2,0 | 1,8 | ||
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