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Summer tire Summer High Performance tires Updated September 2026

Barum Bravuris 3 review

The Barum Bravuris 3 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that offers reliable performance for daily driving. While it lacks the refinement and specialized grip of premium brands, most users find it to be a durable and cost-effective solution for standard passenger vehicles.

Relative score
66/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
73/100
9 reviews
Road tests
65/100
1 published test

Owners rate it 8.1 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.

Barum Bravuris 3
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

73%
Would buy again 70%
Dry
Overall dry
77%
Corner stability
73%
Dry traction
77%
Steering response
80%
Wet
Overall wet
68%
Wet traction
68%
Comfort
Overall comfort
69%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
72%
Handling
Overall handling
73%

By road tests

64.9%
Dry
49.7%
Wet
52.1%
By discipline (% of best in test)
Dry Braking
24.5%
Wet Braking
47.2%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 9 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Barum Bravuris 3 is widely regarded as a high-value, budget-friendly tire that offers reliable performance for daily driving. While it lacks the refinement and specialized grip of premium brands, most users find it to be a durable and cost-effective solution for standard passenger vehicles.

Pros

  • Excellent value for money compared to premium tire brands
  • Strong durability and longevity in typical daily driving conditions
  • Consistent performance for non-aggressive driving styles
  • Reliable handling for standard commuting and towing applications

Cons

  • Increased road noise, particularly on uneven surfaces like gravel
  • Potential weakness in sidewall construction when subjected to severe impacts
  • Not suitable for high-performance or spirited driving scenarios
  • Inconsistent user experience regarding overall quality control

Worth knowing

  • Users noted that the tire performs adequately on heavy vehicles and those used for towing, such as the Volvo V70.
  • Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles like the Audi R or Porsche 911 generally prefer premium alternatives for their daily drivers, suggesting the Bravuris 3 is better suited for standard passenger cars.
Test results

1 published test appearance

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

2019 Summer 53 tire Braking Shootout · 225/45 R17

35th of 45
Best: Wet Braking · 29th Weakest: Dry Braking · 42nd
DisciplinePlacementField position
Wet Braking29th of 45
Dry Braking42nd of 45