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Summer tire Summer Touring tires Updated May 2026

Firenza ST05 A review

The Firenza ST05 A is widely regarded as a poor-performing tire, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Users report significant safety concerns regarding wet-weather traction, describing the handling as unpredictable and dangerous.

Relative score
22/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
24/100
2 reviews
Firenza ST05 A
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

24%
Would buy again 10%
Dry
Overall dry
35%
Corner stability
20%
Dry traction
35%
Steering response
35%
Wet
Overall wet
10%
Wet traction
10%
Comfort
Overall comfort
35%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
20%
Handling
Overall handling
20%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Firenza ST05 A is widely regarded as a poor-performing tire, particularly in adverse weather conditions. Users report significant safety concerns regarding wet-weather traction, describing the handling as unpredictable and dangerous.

Pros

  • Acceptable noise levels in dry conditions

Cons

  • Extremely poor wet-weather traction and braking
  • Unpredictable loss of grip during cornering
  • Lack of confidence-inspiring handling
  • Incompatibility with standard traction control systems

Worth knowing

  • Users transitioning from premium brands like Michelin noted a drastic and immediate decline in vehicle stability and safety.