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Updated September 2026

Aplus A909 review

The Aplus A909 is perceived as an entry-level tire that offers basic functionality but falls short in critical performance metrics. Users generally find the tire's handling and braking capabilities to be underwhelming, particularly in adverse weather conditions.

Relative score
62/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
74/100
1 review
Road tests
64/100
1 published test

Owners rate it 9.6 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.

Aplus A909
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

74%
Would buy again 90%
Dry
Overall dry
80%
Wet
Overall wet
50%
Comfort
Overall comfort
90%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
50%
Handling
Overall handling
70%

By road tests

64.4%
Dry
68.1%
Wet
46.5%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.

The Aplus A909 is perceived as an entry-level tire that offers basic functionality but falls short in critical performance metrics. Users generally find the tire's handling and braking capabilities to be underwhelming, particularly in adverse weather conditions.

Pros

  • Affordable price point
  • Acceptable for basic, low-demand driving

Cons

  • Poor wet weather traction
  • Suboptimal braking performance in dry conditions
  • Lack of confidence-inspiring road holding

Worth knowing

  • Performance limitations appear consistent across general usage, regardless of specific vehicle application.
Test results

1 published test appearance

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2023 All Season tire 35 Set Shootout · 225/45 R17

23rd of 35
Best: Dry Braking · 11th Weakest: Wet Braking · 28th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking28th of 35
Dry Braking11th of 35