Accelera PHI R review
The Accelera PHI R is widely regarded as a polarizing budget-tier tire that offers acceptable performance for dry-weather commuting and cost-conscious drivers. While many users praise its value and dry-road handling, there is a strong, recurring consensus regarding its poor performance and safety concerns in wet, cold, or damp conditions.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
67.3%By road tests
59.4%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 47 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Accelera PHI R is widely regarded as a polarizing budget-tier tire that offers acceptable performance for dry-weather commuting and cost-conscious drivers. While many users praise its value and dry-road handling, there is a strong, recurring consensus regarding its poor performance and safety concerns in wet, cold, or damp conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium brands.
- Solid and predictable grip in dry, warm weather conditions.
- Suitable for low-power vehicles or rear-axle fitment on FWD cars.
- Generally quiet and comfortable ride quality.
Cons
- Extremely poor traction and high risk of hydroplaning in wet or cold conditions.
- Inconsistent performance and lack of confidence-inspiring feedback.
- Rapid degradation of grip levels as the tread wears down.
- Reports of sidewall cracking and structural integrity issues.
Worth knowing
- High-horsepower RWD vehicles frequently report significant traction loss and excessive wheel spin, making the tire unsuitable for performance-oriented driving.
- Owners of heavier vehicles (e.g., 2.1-ton cars) report more stable performance, likely due to increased downforce on the contact patch.
- Drifting enthusiasts find them to be a cost-effective 'disposable' tire for rear-axle use on low-power platforms.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2020 tire Market Overview Braking Test · 245/45 R18
48th of 49
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 48th of 49 | |
| Dry Braking | 46th of 49 |
Accelera PHI R specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9/32″ |
| UTQG | 400 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 30,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 44 psi |
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