Barum Quartaris review
The Barum Quartaris is perceived as a budget-friendly all-season tire that offers commendable comfort and low noise levels for daily city driving. While it performs adequately in dry conditions and shows surprising capability on snow, it struggles significantly with braking performance and lateral grip on wet or loose surfaces.
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
69%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Barum Quartaris is perceived as a budget-friendly all-season tire that offers commendable comfort and low noise levels for daily city driving. While it performs adequately in dry conditions and shows surprising capability on snow, it struggles significantly with braking performance and lateral grip on wet or loose surfaces.
Pros
- Low road noise and high comfort levels
- Good tread wear longevity
- Reliable performance on snow-covered surfaces
- Satisfactory grip in dry conditions
Cons
- Poor braking performance on wet roads
- Lack of lateral grip during spirited cornering
- Inferior handling compared to dedicated performance tires
Worth knowing
- Users operating the tire on compact hatchbacks like the Mazda 3 report that while the tire is suitable for urban commuting, it lacks the precision required for sportier driving styles.