Platin RP 420 review
The Platin RP 420 is generally regarded as a high-value budget tire that delivers impressive dry and wet grip for its price point. While most users are satisfied with its performance and longevity, the consensus is marred by reports of significant road noise and a lack of steering precision due to soft sidewall construction.
Owners rate it 19 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%By road tests
61%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Platin RP 420 is generally regarded as a high-value budget tire that delivers impressive dry and wet grip for its price point. While most users are satisfied with its performance and longevity, the consensus is marred by reports of significant road noise and a lack of steering precision due to soft sidewall construction.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Reliable grip on both dry and wet road surfaces
- Commendable tread life even under spirited driving conditions
Cons
- Excessive road noise levels
- Lack of steering precision and handling feedback
- Soft sidewall structure that feels unstable under load
Worth knowing
- Users noted that the XL-rated sidewalls do not provide the expected stiffness, leading to a feeling that the tire struggles to support the vehicle's weight during cornering.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2023 Summer tire Market Overview · 225/45 R18
39th of 48
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 39th of 48 | |
| Dry Braking | 39th of 48 |