GT Radial CHAMPIRO SX2 review
The GT Radial Champiro SX2 is widely regarded as a high-value, entry-level extreme performance tire that excels in dry conditions and offers exceptional feedback for novice track drivers. While it lacks the ultimate grip of top-tier 200TW racing tires, it provides a predictable, communicative, and durable experience that makes it a popular choice for dual-purpose street and track use.
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
80.3%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 38 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The GT Radial Champiro SX2 is widely regarded as a high-value, entry-level extreme performance tire that excels in dry conditions and offers exceptional feedback for novice track drivers. While it lacks the ultimate grip of top-tier 200TW racing tires, it provides a predictable, communicative, and durable experience that makes it a popular choice for dual-purpose street and track use.
Pros
- Exceptional value for the price point
- Predictable handling and excellent driver feedback at the limit
- Strong dry traction once the tire reaches operating temperature
- Impressive tread life and durability for a performance-oriented tire
Cons
- Mediocre wet weather performance with a tendency to hydroplane
- Requires significant heat to achieve optimal grip levels
- Increased road noise compared to standard passenger tires
- Inconsistent performance as the tire ages or reaches the end of its life
Worth knowing
- Users with lightweight vehicles (e.g., Miata, MR2) report high satisfaction with the tire's predictability and feedback.
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., 400whp Evo) note that the tire is capable of handling significant power but requires careful management of tire temperature.
- Some users noted that treadwear ratings can vary by size, with certain sizes effectively acting as a higher treadwear compound than the advertised 200TW.
GT Radial CHAMPIRO SX2 specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 8/32″ |
| UTQG | 200 A A |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 51 psi |
| Size | Retailer |
|---|---|
| 195/50 R15 | Amazon |
| 225/45 R17 | Amazon |
| 235/40 R17 | Amazon |
| 235/45 R17 | Amazon |
| 245/40 R18 | Amazon |
| 265/35 R18 | Amazon |
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