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ESA Tecar Super Grip 7 review

The ESA Tecar Super Grip 7 is regarded as a comfortable and quiet tire that performs well in wet conditions regarding aquaplaning resistance. However, it receives significant criticism for its lack of traction and inconsistent performance in snowy conditions, undermining its utility as a dedicated winter tire.

Relative score
72/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
66/100
1 review
ESA Tecar Super Grip 7
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

66%
Would buy again 40%
Dry
Overall dry
70%
Corner stability
60%
Dry traction
70%
Steering response
60%
Wet
Overall wet
60%
Wet traction
60%
Comfort
Overall comfort
90%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
80%
Handling
Overall handling
60%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

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

The ESA Tecar Super Grip 7 is regarded as a comfortable and quiet tire that performs well in wet conditions regarding aquaplaning resistance. However, it receives significant criticism for its lack of traction and inconsistent performance in snowy conditions, undermining its utility as a dedicated winter tire.

Pros

  • High level of ride comfort
  • Low noise levels
  • Effective aquaplaning resistance
  • Satisfactory tread wear longevity

Cons

  • Poor grip and traction on snow
  • Inconsistent performance in winter conditions
  • Unreliable handling in light snow accumulation

Worth knowing

  • Users report that the tire's comfort and noise characteristics are its strongest attributes, regardless of vehicle type.