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Barum Bravuris 4x4 review

The Barum Bravuris 4x4 is widely regarded as a high-value tire that offers impressive durability and versatile performance across various terrains. Users appreciate its aesthetic appeal and reliable handling in both dry road conditions and light off-road environments.

Relative score
86/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
86/100
3 reviews
Road tests
53/100
1 published test

Owners rate it 32.7 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.

Barum Bravuris 4x4
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

86%
Would buy again 93%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
80%
Dry traction
85%
Steering response
90%
Wet
Overall wet
87%
Wet traction
80%
Comfort
Overall comfort
93%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
83%
Handling
Overall handling
80%

By road tests

53.3%
Dry Braking
33.3%
Dry Handling
33.3%
Subj. Dry Handling
33.3%
Wet Braking
80%
Wet Handling
80%
Straight Aquaplaning
80%
Curved Aquaplaning
80%
Side G-Force on Wet surface
80%
Inside Noise level
86.7%
Rolling Resistance
73.3%
Wear
86.7%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Barum Bravuris 4x4 is widely regarded as a high-value tire that offers impressive durability and versatile performance across various terrains. Users appreciate its aesthetic appeal and reliable handling in both dry road conditions and light off-road environments.

Pros

  • Excellent value for money
  • High tread durability and longevity
  • Capable performance in mud and light off-road conditions
  • Low road noise levels during highway driving

Cons

  • Ambiguity regarding the M+S (Mud and Snow) sidewall classification
  • Lack of clarity on seasonal suitability (Summer vs. All-Season)

Worth knowing

  • Users operating larger 4x4 vehicles, such as the Subaru Tribeca, report satisfactory handling characteristics.
  • The tire maintains a 'like new' appearance even after significant mileage (e.g., 8,700 km).
Test results

1 published test appearance

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

2017 ADAC SUV Summer tire Test

8th of 15
Best: Inside Noise level · 3rd Weakest: Dry Handling · 11th
DisciplinePlacementField position
Dry Handling11th of 15
Subj. Dry Handling11th of 15
Dry Braking11th of 15
Straight Aquaplaning4th of 15
Curved Aquaplaning4th of 15
Wet Braking4th of 15
Wet Handling4th of 15
Side G-Force on Wet surface4th of 15
Rolling Resistance5th of 15
Inside Noise level3rd of 15
Wear3rd of 15