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Summer tire Summer Touring tires Updated May 2026

Wanli S1089 review

The Wanli S1089 is perceived as a budget-oriented tire that offers competent dry-weather handling and acceptable tread life for its price point. However, users frequently cite significant drawbacks regarding wet-weather confidence and noticeable road noise, leading to a mixed overall reception.

Relative score
57/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
60/100
2 reviews
Wanli S1089
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

60%
Would buy again 50%
Dry
Overall dry
80%
Corner stability
70%
Dry traction
80%
Steering response
80%
Wet
Overall wet
50%
Wet traction
50%
Comfort
Overall comfort
30%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
60%
Handling
Overall handling
70%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Wanli S1089 is perceived as a budget-oriented tire that offers competent dry-weather handling and acceptable tread life for its price point. However, users frequently cite significant drawbacks regarding wet-weather confidence and noticeable road noise, leading to a mixed overall reception.

Pros

  • Responsive handling in dry conditions
  • Affordable price point
  • Reasonable tread longevity even under aggressive driving

Cons

  • Noticeable low-speed tire drone and cabin noise
  • Mediocre performance in wet weather conditions
  • Limited overall refinement compared to premium alternatives

Worth knowing

  • Users operating high-displacement vehicles, such as 6.0L V8 models, report that the tire remains functional but lacks the performance characteristics desired for more spirited driving.
  • Tread life expectations appear to be in the 20,000 to 35,000 km range, depending on driving style.