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Summer tire Summer Touring tires Updated May 2026

Dextero DC808 review

The Dextero DC808 is viewed as a budget-oriented tire that provides adequate dry weather performance but suffers from significant longevity issues. Users should be aware that its capabilities are strictly limited to fair weather conditions, as it lacks the necessary engineering for winter or icy environments.

Relative score
54/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
56/100
1 review
Dextero DC808
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

56%
Would buy again 10%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
90%
Dry traction
90%
Steering response
90%
Wet
Overall wet
70%
Wet traction
70%
Comfort
Overall comfort
30%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
10%
Handling
Overall handling
90%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

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

The Dextero DC808 is viewed as a budget-oriented tire that provides adequate dry weather performance but suffers from significant longevity issues. Users should be aware that its capabilities are strictly limited to fair weather conditions, as it lacks the necessary engineering for winter or icy environments.

Pros

  • Competent dry road traction
  • Lower than average rolling resistance

Cons

  • Poor tread life and premature wear
  • Inadequate performance in ice and snow conditions
  • Lack of M+S (Mud and Snow) rating

Worth knowing

  • Longevity concerns were highlighted on mid-size sedans, with tread life significantly underperforming compared to premium touring tire benchmarks.