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Summer tire Summer Trackday and Competition tires Updated May 2026

Achilles 123 review

The Achilles 123 is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire, offering impressive dry grip and durability for the price point. While users appreciate its capabilities in spirited driving scenarios, they note that the trade-off for its semi-slick characteristics is a noticeable increase in road noise.

Relative score
68/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
71/100
2 reviews
Achilles 123
Scores

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

71%
Would buy again 75%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
90%
Dry traction
90%
Steering response
70%
Wet
Overall wet
50%
Wet traction
50%
Comfort
Overall comfort
55%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
70%
Handling
Overall handling
90%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Achilles 123 is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire, offering impressive dry grip and durability for the price point. While users appreciate its capabilities in spirited driving scenarios, they note that the trade-off for its semi-slick characteristics is a noticeable increase in road noise.

Pros

  • Excellent value for money compared to premium branded alternatives
  • Strong dry weather traction
  • Satisfactory tread longevity
  • Capable performance for spirited driving and touge applications

Cons

  • Significant road noise, particularly at mid-range speeds
  • Characteristic semi-slick tire harshness

Worth knowing

  • Users report that noise levels are most intrusive between 75-85 km/h, with a reduction in cabin volume at higher speeds.