Uniroyal RainExpert 3 SUV review
The Uniroyal RainExpert 3 SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional wet-weather performance and comfort, offering a significant upgrade in handling and confidence for heavy vehicles. However, the tire is frequently criticized for its rapid tread wear and compromised stability at higher speeds, making it a specialized choice rather than a long-distance endurance tire.
Owners rate it 15 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
75%By road tests
60%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 6 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Uniroyal RainExpert 3 SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional wet-weather performance and comfort, offering a significant upgrade in handling and confidence for heavy vehicles. However, the tire is frequently criticized for its rapid tread wear and compromised stability at higher speeds, making it a specialized choice rather than a long-distance endurance tire.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- High levels of ride comfort and low noise levels
- Improved handling and steering response for heavy SUVs
- Strong aesthetic appeal with an aggressive tread pattern
Cons
- Disappointing tread life and premature wear
- Reduced stability and feedback at high speeds (over 100 km/h)
- Average braking performance on dry surfaces
- Softer sidewalls which may affect handling precision for some drivers
Worth knowing
- Users with heavy SUVs like the Land Rover Discovery and Range Rover Sport report excellent handling improvements but express dissatisfaction with the short lifespan of the tires.
- Drivers of smaller SUVs like the Honda CR-V report significant improvements in NVH (Noise, Vibration, and Harshness) and overall ride quality.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2017 ADAC SUV Summer tire Test
7th of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Handling | 10th of 15 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 10th of 15 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 15 | |
| Straight Aquaplaning | 1st of 15 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 15 | |
| Wet Braking | 1st of 15 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 15 | |
| Side G-Force on Wet surface | 1st of 15 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 15 | |
| Inside Noise level | 4th of 15 | |
| Wear | 4th of 15 |