Year 2026, oil price still remains high, resulting in the rise of tyre pricing. It’s expected that the tyre price will further increase in 2027. Because of this, I’ve rounded up some of the top-rated tyres based on performance and price as well as customers feedback on these high value worth tyre models.
Dunlop Sport Maxx Lux
The latest ultra-high-performance tyre released at the end of year 2025 right after “Dunlop” brand globally acquired by Japan Sumitomo.
Its noise level is on par with touring comfort tyre and make it even lower with the assistance of acoustic cotton. The soft sidewall makes drivers comment – really comfortable. It challenges to be the quietest tyre in the high performance tyre market.
To make it as highly recommended tyre not just the features it offers but also its attractive pricing. It’s not as expensive as what you think it is, and it’s much worth to purchase than other premium brands that you are intending to install. Or, just pay a little to upgrade your tyres.
Check out the pros and cons of Sport Maxx Lux here.
Kumho PS72 (Ecsta Sport)
An underestimated tyre model in the (HK) market. This successor of PS71 has greatly improved its dry and wet performance. It gives you more than expected control and steering.
Besides, it is the cheapest out of all other brands and slightly more expensive than China brand.
In terms of traction, PS72 can offer you better than your expectation. However, it still loses out in comfort especially against Sport Maxx Lux.
Some customers feedback that this model can even compete against Michelin high-performance tyre.
If you preferred a more comfort and quiet ride, this model may not be suitable for you. Otherwise, this tyre is definitely one of highly recommended for low price, very high performance driving.
Toyo Proxes Sport 2
A 4 year old product that still manage to stand out in the market due to fairly low price and decent performance. It’s better than PS72 in terms of noise (PS72 is cheaper than Proxes Sport 2 though).
Those who purchased this model feedback this model is satisfactory.
If you are seeking lower noise level, Proxes Sport 2 is still the preferred one.
Yokohama YU01
The latest high-performance tyre model from Yokohama specially manufactured for China market.
It’s not aim at replacing the counterpart Adavn Sport EV V108 as these two are different series.
YuYu series (for China market) vs Advan series (International market). This model is currently available in HK (as parallel imported) and Taiwan at this moment.
No UTQG and tyre label (as this tyre is made for China market, these are not compulsory)so there is no data comparison can be made among the Yokohama models. (Do not use UTQG to compare with other brands. Even up until now, other e-commerce still uses it to compare different brands).
However, it’s highly recommended for Tesla Model Y and other vehicle models that use – 255/45 R19, and 255/40 R20 because
- cheaper than some particular China brand (in HK)
- all sizes equipped with acoustic cotton, lowering internal noise level
The model received satisfactory feedback from Tesla Model Y owners even though its traction is not as good as Kumho PS91.
If you are planning to get Michelin Pilot Sport EV, you may want to look at this strong rival model YU01 as another option.
Michelin Pilot Sport 5
Not sure in oversea market but 225/45 R17 and 225/40 R18 just need HK$100 – 200 more to get one compared mid level tyre brand. It sells the same price as other premium brand for this common size.
Although its noiser than the predcessor, its still supercede other models
If you do not want over budget, you can just get a pair of it, and another pair from another brand.
Dunlop Sport Maxx 060+
The uhp 060+ becomes much value worth of the year. Selling similar price as Sport Maxx Lux , the 060+ gives better feedback and lower treadwear. It’s a balanced performance for treadwear, traction, and noise level.
It’s important to note that this model is different from the Sport Maxx 060 original equipped in Smart #1. The original equipped 060 received negative feedback from multiple drivers regarding its wet performance.
PS72 S (Ecsta Sport S)
The game changer in the ultra-high performance tyre category. Very sticky. Offers very good performance. However, the biggest weakness is noise level. It’s nosier than its predecessor PS91, and even Michelin PS4 S for some sizes.
Customers feedback that the price of this model exceeds beyond performance expectations. Except that the noise level is an issue for some drivers.
If noise level and high treadwear is not an issue, PS72 S is definitely the most value worth tyre model you need to try it on to feel the control and traction on the road.
Conclusion
The more expensive the tyre model, the better performance you can get. That’s always been the case in the past. Nonetheless, price competitive new models in the year 2026 have changed the market with improved performance. It’s not always the expensive model that meet your requirement these days, especially tyre pricing keeps increasing.
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