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Chengshan Sportcat CSC 701 review

The Chengshan Sportcat CSC 701 is perceived as a competent, budget-friendly option suitable for daily commuting and average driving conditions. While it lacks the performance characteristics required for spirited driving, users generally find it to be a reliable and satisfying value proposition.

Relative score
89/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
89/100
3 reviews
Chengshan Sportcat CSC 701
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

89%
Would buy again 90%
Dry
Overall dry
95%
Corner stability
50%
Dry traction
95%
Steering response
100%
Wet
Overall wet
90%
Wet traction
90%
Comfort
Overall comfort
100%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
100%
Handling
Overall handling
50%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

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

The Chengshan Sportcat CSC 701 is perceived as a competent, budget-friendly option suitable for daily commuting and average driving conditions. While it lacks the performance characteristics required for spirited driving, users generally find it to be a reliable and satisfying value proposition.

Pros

  • Excellent price-to-performance ratio
  • Adequate grip and handling for daily driving
  • High initial user satisfaction

Cons

  • Not suitable for high-performance or aggressive driving
  • Limited long-term durability data available

Worth knowing

  • Positioned primarily as a tire for the 'average driver' rather than performance-oriented vehicles.