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  • C
    Fuel Efficiency
    Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Resistance: C

    How much fuel the tyre uses as it rolls. Graded A to E, where A is the most efficient and E the least.

  • A
    Wet Grip
    Wet Grip / Braking Performance: A

    How well the tyre stops in the wet. Graded A to E, where A is the shortest stopping distance. Each grade is worth roughly 3 metres, about a car length.

  • B72 dB
    External Noise
    Noise Emission / Exterior Noise: B (72 dB)

    How loud the tyre is from outside the car, measured in decibels. Graded A to C, where A is the quietest.

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Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL

4.8/5
(6 reviews)
Wet Grip Excellence
  • Tick Icon Car
    Car tyre:

    Designed for cars, rather than vans, 4x4s or commercial vehicles.

  • Tick Icon Reinforced (XL)
    Extra Load or Reinforced tyres:

    A stronger sidewall lets this tyre carry more weight than a standard tyre of the same size. Marked XL on the sidewall.

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£10156
  • Fitted at a local tyre centre
  • Wheel balancing included
  • New valve & disposal included
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Product description & features

Wet braking and resistance to aquaplaning are the main concerns with the Uniroyal RainSport 5. Uniroyal has built this tyre with a directional tread featuring a V shape. Water is channeled by this design from the centre to the outer edge of the tyre. Inside the grooves of the tread, the stall of flow of water and turbulence is handled by the finish of Shark Skin Technology. Edge sipes are integrated in the tread and aid in water removal and provide grip while braking and turning.

The RainSport 5 has replaced the 3 and has an anticipated 15% increase in lifespan. There are also versions which can carry a heavier load; these are the RainSport 5 XL, which have reinforced sidewalls. These tyres should only be used when the temperature is higher than approximately 7 degrees Celsius. Tyres.co.uk also has XL versions.

Highlights

  • V-shaped directional tread
  • Edge sipes for water removal
  • Reinforced sidewalls on XL versions

Uniroyal Rainsport 5 Statistics

Dry Grip
 
 75%
Wet Grip
 
 85%
Road Feedback
 
 67%
Handling
 
 67%
Wear
 
 73%
Comfort
 
 79%
The above scores combine independent tests and owner reviews, weighted by Tyre Reviews for consistency and reliability.

Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 6 reviews of the Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
Overall rating
4.8/5
5 star
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4 star
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Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 156
By: Stevie T.
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
I'm glad they handle well in the rain and the grip is good too.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Giulietta
By: Dafydd Cornock
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
As anticipated, it provides dependable and consistent traction.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A3
By: Rosie-Mai E.
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
I have no complaints about the brilliant tyres. They grip better on wet surfaces, and the noise from the road is padded down due to the low profile and wide tread.
Car make: Audi
Car model: TT
By: Alan Wormald
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
These are excellent. I didn't record the mileage when I put them on, but for the MOT this summer, I had to replace the front tyres as they'd worn down to 2mm, which I thought was about 18 months. I've been racking up the mileage commuting for uni and work, and I estimate they've done about 30,000. Given the terrible roads in the eastern counties, I think that's pretty good.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 2 Series
By: Saleena Amani
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
These are the best tyres I've had. I've got them on my three cars and I wouldn't pick anything else. Have recommended them to friends too.
Car make: BMW
Car model: 3 Series
By: Elloise Sturrock
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/45R17 94Y XL
Once I found out that some people use these tyres for wet track events, I assumed they would be good for driving on wet roads. They do excel in wet conditions and do perform amazingly on dry summer days as well. My go to choices tend to be Uniroyal RS5s or Michelin PS4s.
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