Looking for tyres 215/50 R17 appropriate to your car? Find out which models are recommended by our users and make an informed choice.
Drivers have so far submitted approximately 70,000 opinions to our website. They will help you compare given tyres and make selecting the best tyre for your car easier. Take advantage of our database to get information about the advantages of the particular tyres. One of the top-rated 215/50 R17 tyres has been given the "recommended by OPONEO” quality mark.
The 215/50 R17 tyre size is used on cars such as Audi S4, Fiat Croma, Mitsubishi Eclipse, Renault Laguna and Volvo V60.
Top-rated summer tyres in size 215/50 R17 according to OPONEO users
| Tyre model | Score * | |
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| 1. Nokian Line | 4.3 | See offer. |
| 2. Goodyear EfficientGrip | 4.1 | See offer. |
| 3. Continental ContiSportContact 5 | 4.0 | See offer. |
| 4. Toyo Proxes T1-R | 3.9 | See offer. |
| 5. Dunlop SP Sport Fastresponse | 3.8 | See offer. |
*based on ratings to 17 XII 2013.
Scores are on a scale from 1 to 5, where 5 is the highest.
Nokian Line (average rating 4.3)
Nokian Line.
The Nokian Line is a high-class tyre providing the highest levels of tyre safety and good ride comfort simultaneously reducing fuel consumption.
In 2013, this model has gained numerous distinctions in tyre tests organised by ADAC, ACE/GTU, "Auto Bild" and "Auto Zeitung".
According to our users, the Nokian Line: "adhere to the road perfectly, dynamic cornering is the sheer pleasure, rolling resistance are much lower compared to the original tyre which contributes to the reduction of fuel consumption. The tyre wear is really good and that's a big plus".
The model ensures safe and efficient manoeuvring and cornering on dry and wet roads.
Due to its high performance, the Nokian Line enables dynamic rides without worring about loosing traction. Low rolling resistance of the tyre contributes to fuel economy.
An asymmetrical tread pattern used in this tyre provides good driving parameters in a variety of conditions and calms vibrations emitted during the ride.
The tyre's manufacturer, Nokian Line, is a Finnish producer specialising in the manufacture of tyres perfect for harsh conditions.
Goodyear EfficientGrip (average rating 4.1)
Goodyear EfficientGrip.
The Goodyear EfficientGrip is one of the tyres qualified as premium-class – top-of-the-range. The model is recommended in ADAC „Auto Zeitung” and „Auto Motor und Sport” tests.
The Goodyear EfficientGrip has been highly acclaimed by its users for some time. The opinions submitted by the drivers indicate that: „The car is under control, confident driving. The tyres are quite silent and work out brilliantly when braking rapidly on dry pavement”.
Similar opinions are submitted by other drivers, for example, "Very good tyres. Particularly because of low rolling resistance which results in fuel economy. Besides, traction is faultless, no surprises when cornering and really good ride comfort".
The model has an asymmetrical tread pattern divided into an inner and an outer part. Such a division makes the particular ares of the tyre responsible for different functions (water channelling, cornering and maneuvering on dry pavement). It provides safety in diverse conditions.
The Goodyear EfficientGrip is approved original equipment fitment for Fiat 500, 500C, Panda; Ford Focus, Mondeo; Mercedes Benz B Class, CLS, E and S Class, Audi A6, VW Golf and Toyota Auris.
Goodyear is an American producer qualified as a leader in the tyre business.
Continental ContiSportContact 5 (average rating 4.0)
Continental ContiSportContact 5.
The Continental ContiSportContact 5 is one of the most popular and best-in-class tyre. This particular model is recommended by the German organisation ADAC. It will fit high-powered, upper-class cars and SUV cars perfectly.
The majority of our users submit positive opinions about this product. For example, "Very, very good. They grip the road really well whilst cornering. Their behaviour on the wet is just exemplary”. The Continental ContiSportContact 5 is an all-round product: "generally it has no weak points because it works out well on the road. Driving in the rain doesn't affect it. On the dry also very good. It is silent and comfortable".
An asymmertical tread pattern being divided into two specialised areas (inner and outer) deserves credit for high performance of the tyre.
Continental is a German tyre producer belonging to the most experienced and leading group worldwide.
Toyo Proxes T1-R (average rating 3.9)
Toyo Proxes T1-R.
The Toyo Proxes T1-R is a premium-class sports tyre. The model is particularly intended for dynamic cars and an aggressive driving style. It is recommended by both amateurs and proffessionals.
In our users' view the Toyo Proxes T1-R "demonstrates well on wet pavement – fantastic control, even when driving fast through wheel-ruts filled with water shakes are not transferred to a steering-wheel. Braking on a dry pavement only with a minimal ABS correction".
Other performance of this model also holds good. - "thanks to good performance on dry pavement I avoided a serious colission (braking from 70 km/h to 0 in just a fraction of the time) I noted fuel consumption reduction by nearly 15%". What is more, many drivers point out the tyre's silent work.
The Toyo Proxes T1-R has a directional tread pattern which ensures superb performance of wet roads.
Toyo Company is a Japanese tyre manufacturer. It has taken an active part in motorsports for a number of years. As a result, it produces top-performance tyres.
Dunlop SP Sport Fastresponse (average rating 3.8)
Dunlop SP Sport Fastresponse.
The Dunlop SP Sport Fastresponse is a premium-class tyre intended for a variery of passenger cars.
Between 2007-2012 the model was repeatedly recommended in ADAC tests. Besides, it has won recognition of "Auto Zeitung", "Auto Moto", "Auto Motor und Sport" i "Auto Zeitung" experts. The model is evaluated positively by many users. As we can read in the opinions "they are quite silent, they have good traction properties, good cornering even at high speed".
This is followed by such opinions as: „good ride comfort, the tyres are really silent, they are soft so they absorbe shakes. Very good traction on dry pavement when moving off, braking and cornering”. In short, the Dunlop SP Sport Fastresponse is an all-round product.
The Dunlop SP Sport Fastresponse has an asymmetrical tread pattern which provides high performance (safety and comfort) in all atmospheric conditions due to its division into an inner and an outer part.
Dunlop is a British tyre brand owned by one of the leaders in the tyre business– the American Company Goodyear.