Imperial Ecodriver 5 review
The Imperial Ecodriver 5 is viewed as a budget-tier tire that offers acceptable performance in dry, warm conditions but falls short in safety and durability. Users frequently report concerns regarding structural integrity and poor handling characteristics in cold or wet weather.
Owners rate it 13.9 points lower than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
51%By road tests
64.9%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Imperial Ecodriver 5 is viewed as a budget-tier tire that offers acceptable performance in dry, warm conditions but falls short in safety and durability. Users frequently report concerns regarding structural integrity and poor handling characteristics in cold or wet weather.
Pros
- Adequate dry road performance in warm temperatures
- Satisfactory grip during routine cornering and acceleration
- Improved rolling resistance when inflated to higher pressures
Cons
- Weak sidewall construction prone to tearing
- Poor handling and lack of confidence in cold or wet conditions
- Excessive road noise at standard pressures
- Inferior braking performance compared to premium alternatives
Worth knowing
- Professional drivers, such as taxi operators, report significant durability issues under daily high-mileage use
- Users noted that road noise levels are highly sensitive to tire pressure adjustments
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2021 53 Summer tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
32nd of 53
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 34th of 53 | |
| Dry Braking | 23rd of 53 |