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Sumitomo Tour+ LSW review

The Sumitomo Tour+ LSW receives predominantly negative feedback, with a significant number of users reporting severe quality control issues. While a small minority of owners appreciate the ride comfort and wet weather performance, the consensus is heavily marred by persistent vibrations, balancing difficulties, and reports of structural defects.

Relative score
39/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
39/100
7 reviews
Sumitomo Tour+ LSW
Scores

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

39%
Would buy again 30%
Dry
Overall dry
55%
Corner stability
40%
Dry traction
55%
Steering response
38%
Wet
Overall wet
38%
Wet traction
38%
Comfort
Overall comfort
35%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
33%
Handling
Overall handling
40%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Sumitomo Tour+ LSW receives predominantly negative feedback, with a significant number of users reporting severe quality control issues. While a small minority of owners appreciate the ride comfort and wet weather performance, the consensus is heavily marred by persistent vibrations, balancing difficulties, and reports of structural defects.

Pros

  • Quiet and smooth ride quality
  • Competent performance in rain and snow for some users
  • Cost-effective alternative to premium brands

Cons

  • Severe and persistent vibration issues
  • Difficulty maintaining wheel balance
  • Reports of structural belt defects and blowouts
  • Poor wet weather traction and handling

Worth knowing

  • Users driving performance-oriented vehicles, such as the Nissan 350Z, noted a significant decline in handling and refinement compared to premium tires like Michelin.
  • Multiple reports of highway-speed instability suggest the tire may struggle with high-speed structural integrity.
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