Matador MP 62 All Weather Evo review
The Matador MP 62 All Weather Evo is viewed as a budget-friendly, versatile tire that performs reliably in light snow and dry conditions. However, users frequently report concerns regarding wet-weather confidence, excessive road noise at highway speeds, and premature sidewall cracking or limited tread life.
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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.
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66.1%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Matador MP 62 All Weather Evo is viewed as a budget-friendly, versatile tire that performs reliably in light snow and dry conditions. However, users frequently report concerns regarding wet-weather confidence, excessive road noise at highway speeds, and premature sidewall cracking or limited tread life.
Pros
- Competent traction and braking performance in light snow and icy conditions
- Stable and predictable handling on dry road surfaces
- Good ride comfort due to a softer tire compound
Cons
- High levels of cabin noise, particularly at speeds exceeding 80 km/h
- Lack of steering feedback and confidence during wet-weather driving
- Short tread life and reports of sidewall cracking after moderate mileage
- Tendency for understeer in wet conditions
Worth knowing
- Users operating 4x4 vehicles, such as the Skoda Yeti, noted successful performance in light off-road terrain.
- Drivers of compact sedans like the Toyota Corolla reported that the tire noise becomes intrusive during highway driving.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2019 All Season tire Performance Overview · 225/45 R17
21st of 31
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 16th of 31 | |
| Dry Braking | 27th of 31 |