DriverReviews Awards: 2026/27 Customer Choice tyre winners

 

As driving conditions vary throughout the year, tyre performance remains a key factor in safety, comfort, and efficiency. 

To highlight which tyres deliver the best real-world results, DriverReviews — born from Blackcircles customers reviews — has analysed millions of verified customer reviews to produce the 2026/27 Customer Choice Tyre Awards. 

The results are based entirely on feedback from everyday drivers, covering a wide range of vehicles and road conditions across the UK and Europe.

What are the Customer Choice Awards?

The DriverReviews Customer Choice Awards highlight the best-performing all season tyres based on real-world feedback from verified users. 

Unlike traditional tyre tests, which take place in controlled conditions, these awards reflect how tyres perform in everyday driving — from short urban journeys to long motorway trips.

Why trust customer reviews for tyres?

Customer reviews provide insight into how tyres perform over time, across different vehicles and driving styles. 

All data used in the awards comes from verified purchases, ensuring feedback is based on genuine ownership and real usage. 

This allows for a broader view of performance, including factors such as longevity, comfort, and consistency across varying road conditions.

What makes a tyre good for everyday driving?

For most drivers, tyre performance comes down to a few key factors: 

• Grip in both wet and dry conditions  
• Braking performance  
• Comfort and road noise
• Longevity and value for money  

The tyres recognised in these awards consistently score highly across these areas, making them strong all-round choices for everyday use.
 

Are all-season tyres a good choice in the UK?

With UK weather often bringing a mix of rain, mild temperatures, and occasional sunny conditions, all-season tyres can be a practical option. 

They are designed to perform consistently throughout the year, removing the need to switch between summer tyres and winter tyres. 

For many drivers, especially those covering moderate mileage, all-season tyres offer a balance of convenience and performance. 

How the awards are decided

The Customer Choice Awards are based on aggregated scores from verified tyre reviews collected via DriverReviews. 

The dataset includes hundreds of thousands of reviews, representing billions of kilometres of real-world driving. 

Rather than relying on controlled testing environments, these awards reflect how tyres perform in everyday use — from short urban trips to long-distance motorway driving. 

So, with that in mind… here are the tyres that drivers rated highest across each category.

Best tyres for 2026/27

Best tyres for city cars

Winner:  Yokohama BluEarth ES32
The BluEarth ES32 performed strongly in urban conditions, with drivers highlighting comfort and fuel efficiency.

Highly Recommended:  Kumho Ecowing ES31 
Recommended:  Hankook Kinergy Eco 2 

Typically fitted to smaller cars such as the  Volkswagen Polo,  Ford Fiesta and  Toyota Yaris. 

Best tyres for family cars

Winner:  Bridgestone Turanza 6 
A well-balanced tyre, scoring highly for wet grip, comfort, and motorway refinement.

Highly Recommended: Michelin Primacy 5 
Recommended: Continental PremiumContact 7 

Commonly used on everyday vehicles like the Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus and Skoda Octavia. 

Best tyres for high performance cars

Tyres built for speed and handling, offering strong grip and precision at higher performance levels. 

Winner:  Michelin Pilot Sport 4 S
Consistently rated highly for grip and precision, particularly at higher speeds.

Highly Recommended:  Continental SportContact 7
Recommended:  Pirelli P Zero (PZ4)

Designed for performance-focused models such as the  BMW M3,  Porsche 911 and  Audi RS5.

Best tyres for hot hatches (compact sports cars) 

Highly Recommended:  Continental SportContact 7
Recommended:  Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

Typically found on sporty hatchbacks like the  Volkswagen Golf GTI,  Ford Fiesta ST and  Honda Civic Type R.
 

Best tyres for large family cars

Tyres designed for bigger saloons and estates, prioritising comfort, stability, and durability. 

Winner:  Michelin Primacy 5
Strong results for comfort, durability, and wet-weather confidence.



 

Highly Recommended:  Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance 2
Recommended:  Bridgestone Turanza 6

Suited to larger saloons and estates such as the  BMW 5 Series,  Audi A6 and  Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Best tyres for large SUVs

Tyres built to handle heavier vehicles, focusing on stability, load capacity, and comfort. 

Winner:  Bridgestone Turanza 6
Designed to handle heavier vehicles, with consistent performance across conditions. 



 

Highly Recommended:  Goodyear EfficientGrip 2 SUV 
Recommended:  Hankook Ventus S1 Evo3 SUV 

Designed for heavier SUVs including the  BMW X5,  Audi Q7 and  Volvo XC90.

Best tyres for small & mid-size SUVs

Versatile tyres for crossovers and smaller SUVs, balancing comfort, efficiency, and grip. 

Winner:  Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV
Offers a strong mix of performance and everyday comfort. 

Highly Recommended:  Bridgestone Turanza 6 
Recommended:  Continental UltraContact NXT

Commonly fitted to crossovers like the  Nissan Qashqai,  Kia Sportage and  Hyundai Tucson.

Best tyres for pick-up trucks

Durable tyres suited to heavier loads and mixed driving, including off-road capability.

Winner:  BFGoodrich All Terrain T/A KO2 
A durable option, particularly suited to mixed on- and off-road use. 

Highly Recommended:  Hankook Dynapro AT2
Recommended:  Yokohama Geolandar A/T G015 

Used on utility vehicles such as the  Ford Ranger,  Toyota Hilux and  Isuzu D-Max. 

Best tyres for vans

Hard-wearing tyres designed for commercial use, focusing on longevity and efficiency. 

Winner:  Continental VanContact Eco
Recognised for efficiency and reliability in commercial applications.

Highly Recommended:  Michelin Agilis 3 
Recommended:  Hankook Vantra LT

Typically fitted to commercial vehicles like the  Ford Transit,  Volkswagen Transporter and  Mercedes-Benz Sprinter.
 

Best all season tyres

Winner: Michelin CrossClimate 3 Sport
A strong all-rounder, delivering dependable performance throughout the year.

Highly Recommended: Continental AllSeasonContact 2 
Recommended: Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 

Suitable for a wide range of cars including the Volkswagen Golf, Toyota Corolla and Ford Focus. 

Best all season tyres for SUVs

All-season tyres specifically designed for SUVs, offering year-round performance with added stability for heavier vehicles. 

Winner:  Michelin CrossClimate 3 
A versatile choice for SUV drivers seeking year-round usability. 


 

Highly Recommended:  Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6
Recommended:  Continental AllSeasonContact 2

Designed for year-round use on SUVs such as the  Nissan Qashqai,  Volvo XC60 and  BMW X3.

Buy award winning tyres online with Blackcircles

If you’re ready to choose your next set of tyres, you can order online with Blackcircles and have them fitted at a time and location that suits you. 

With a wide range of tyres available across all major brands, it’s easy to compare options based on your vehicle, driving needs, and budget. 

All tyres can be delivered directly to a local fitting centre, helping to make the process simple and convenient from start to finish.