Landsail LS588 UHP review
The Landsail LS588 UHP is widely regarded as a high-value budget tire that offers surprising levels of comfort and low road noise for the price. While many users report satisfactory performance in daily driving conditions, there is a distinct divide in user experience, with some reporting excellent longevity and others experiencing premature structural failures or inconsistent wet-weather grip.
Owners rate it 18.2 points higher 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
80.3%By road tests
62.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 200 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Landsail LS588 UHP is widely regarded as a high-value budget tire that offers surprising levels of comfort and low road noise for the price. While many users report satisfactory performance in daily driving conditions, there is a distinct divide in user experience, with some reporting excellent longevity and others experiencing premature structural failures or inconsistent wet-weather grip.
Pros
- Exceptional price-to-performance ratio compared to premium brands
- Very low road noise and high ride comfort
- Competent dry-weather handling and grip for daily commuting
- Good aesthetic appearance and sidewall design
Cons
- Reports of structural integrity issues, including inner sidewall splitting and delamination
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance, with some users noting hydroplaning or lack of confidence
- Vague steering feedback and soft sidewall feel, particularly for spirited driving
- Occasional quality control issues leading to vibrations or balancing difficulties
Worth knowing
- Users with high-torque or heavy vehicles (e.g., BMW 7-series, Audi A8) sometimes report faster wear or the need for higher tire pressures to improve steering response.
- Drivers of smaller, lighter vehicles occasionally report a 'floating' sensation or lack of road feedback due to the tire's soft compound.
- Performance-oriented drivers frequently note that the tire lacks the sharp turn-in precision required for aggressive driving compared to dedicated UHP summer tires.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer tire Test · 265/35 R20
8th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 9th of 9 | |
| Noise | 1st of 9 | |
| Price | 1st of 9 |
Landsail LS588 UHP specs & sizes
Prices vary by size, so each one links out separately.
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Tread depth | 9.83/32″ |
| UTQG | 500 A A |
| Treadwear warranty | 50,000 mi |
| Sidewall | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | 49 psi |
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