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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 5 225/55R16 99Y XL

4.3/5
(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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£14800
  • 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 5 225/55R16 99Y XL Tyre Reviews

There are 6 reviews of the Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
Overall rating
4.3/5
5 star
50%
4 star
33%
3 star
16%
2 star
0%
1 star
0%
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 156
By: Kelsey I.
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
I am happy with them; the car drives better now with the new tyres.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: 159
By: Ellie Hall
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
These have great traction in both wet and dry conditions and the noise level is exactly what was advertised. Very pleased with purchasing these.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: Brera
By: Fernando Bassett
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
So far, my usage has been limited to the summer months.
Car make: Alfa Romeo
Car model: GT
By: Arya Boyd
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
Handles particularly well on the road, especially in the rain.
Car make: Audi
Car model: A6
By: Lucinda Compton
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
In addition to being overall great, they perform excellently in the wet.
Car make: Mazda
Car model: RX-8
By: Halil R.
Tyre review for Uniroyal RainSport 5 225/55R16 99Y XL
They are great in both wet and dry conditions. However, they do have poor drivability. Even being marked as XL, these have much too soft sidewalls, and are noticeably softer than the Asymmetric 5's they replaced. The Uniroyal's construction feels less solid which makes my powerful A6 V6 3.0L feel less stable in corners. It is a bit wobbly in tight turns while the ride with Asymmetric 5's was firm. I have had to decrease my speed by 5 to 10 mph on a lot of bends because of this.
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