The HTR Z5 is Sumitomo's Ultra High Performance Summer tire designed for the drivers of sports cars, sporty coupes and performance sedans looking for responsive high-speed handling and reliable traction in warm, dry and wet conditions. Like all Ultra High Performance Summer tires, the HTR Z5 is not intended to be serviced, stored nor driven in near- and below-freezing temperatures, through snow or on ice.
An aggressive, summer compound is molded into the HTR Z5's asymmetric, five-rib tread pattern. A continuous center rib aids stability and improves steering response, while the substantial shoulders improve lateral grip. Notches in the intermediate and center ribs combine with the tread compound for traction in wet conditions, and the four wide, circumferential grooves and lateral shoulder grooves evacuate standing water from the footprint for hydroplaning resistance.
The internal construction of the HTR Z5 consists of a two-ply, polyester casing supporting two high-rigidity steel belts. A full-width, nylon reinforcement ply improves high-speed stability, and a high-modulus bead insert strengthens the sidewall to aid handling.
Note:Tires exposed to temperatures of 20 degrees F (-7 degrees C) or lower must be permitted to gradually return to temperatures of at least 40 degrees F (5 degrees C) for at least 24 hours before they are flexed in any manner, such as by adjusting inflation pressures, mounting them on wheels or using them to support, roll or drive a vehicle.
Flexing of the specialized rubber compounds used in Ultra High Performance Summer tires during cold-weather use can result in irreversible compound cracking. Compound cracking is not a warrantable condition because it occurs as the result of improper use or storage. Tires exhibiting compound cracking must be replaced.
El neumático HTR Z5 de Sumitomo pertenece a la categoría: Ultra Alto Rendimiento Para Verano y fue diseñado para conductores de autos deportivos, cupé deportivo y sedanes de rendimiento, que buscan una maniobrabilidad responsiva y tracción confiable en condiciones calurosas, secas y mojadas. Como todo neumático de Ultra Alto Rendimiento Para Verano, el HTR Z5, no fue diseñado para ser reparado, guardado o utilizado en temperaturas cercanas al nivel de congelación o superficies con hielo o nieve.
Un compuesto de caucho agresivo para verano, es moldeado en un patrón asimétrico de cinco segmentos. Un segmento central continuo ayuda a la estabilidad y mejora la respuesta al girar el volante, mientras que hombros sólidos aumentan el agarre lateral. Hendiduras en el segmento central e intermedio combinadas con el compuesto de caucho de la huella, mejoran la tracción sobre superficies mojadas. Cuatro canales circunferenciales anchos y ranuras laterales, evacuan el agua estancada del área de contacto con la carretera, para aumentar la resistencia al deslizamiento sobre agua (hydroplaning).
La construcción interna del HTR Z5 cuenta con una estructura de dos capas de poliéster soportando dos correas de acero de alta rigidez. Una capa de nailon de refuerzo de lado a lado mejora la estabilidad al conducir a velocidades elevadas y refuerzos en el alambre de aro o talón fortalecen el flanco para mejorar la maniobrabilidad.
Neumáticos expuestos a temperaturas de 20 grados Fahrenheit (-7 grados Celsius) o más bajas, deben retornar gradualmente, a temperaturas de por lo menos 40 grados Fahrenheit (5 grados Celsius), por lo menos 24 horas antes de que sean doblados o flexionados en cualquier manera, como, por ejemplo, ajustando la presión de inflado, montar en rines, soportar el peso del vehículo o rodarlos al conducir.
Flexionar o doblar el caucho especializado, utilizado en los neumáticos de Rendimiento Extremo Para Verano, en condiciones frías, puede resultar en grietas irreversibles al compuesto de caucho. Si esto sucede, la garantía del producto se anula debido al uso o almacenamiento incorrecto. Neumáticos con grietas en el caucho deben ser reemplazados.
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Warranty summary for replacement tires purchased on or after 01/01/25(1 of 3)
Workmanship & Materials Warranty:5 Years from purchase or 6 Years fr / Free replacement for 6 Years from date of purchase or worn to 2/32" remaining depth
Workmanship & Materials Warranty:5 Years from purchase or 6 Years fr / Free replacement for 6 Years from date of purchase or worn to 2/32" remaining depth
See official manufacturer's warranty brochure for specific details.
New vehicle Original Equipment tire warranties often differ from those covering replacement tires. Consult your vehicle documents to confirm Original Equipment tire warranty coverage.
Tire Rack Test Results Sumitomo HTR Z5
Ultra High Performance vs. Max Performance Summer Tires – 2025 Test 3(27:40)
When these two wildly popular summer performance categories go head-to-head, it gives us a deeper look into what truly separates them. That helps you find the best tire for what you prioritize, whether that be on-road comfort with sporty handling or if you’ll trade off some manners for even more handling. In a packed field, with new products and first-time tires in our revamped testing platform, there were sure to be some surprises…and there were! And as always starting in 2025, you’ll see last year’s results added into the mix to see where they all stand.
Customers think the Goodyear Eagle Sport All-Season delivers excellent dry traction and responsive handling, with many ratings in the 9-10 range. Wet traction receives strong marks for grip and hydroplaning resistance, though some note reduced confidence in heavy rain. Winter performance shows adequate light snow capability but struggles on ice, aligning with its all-season design. The tire offers a comfortable ride with low noise levels, and treadwear ratings suggest impressive longevity for daily driving. While most feedback is positive, a few users mention minor trade-offs in extreme conditions, but overall satisfaction remains high for its intended use.
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Most customers rate wet traction highly with scores 7-10, highlighting confident grip and hydroplaning resistance. While a few lower scores note occasional concerns, the Eagle Sport delivers excellent wet performance expected from an Ultra High Performance all-season tire.
January 06, 2015
(Verified Purchase)
4.4 out of 5
...In the wet, just incredible! I never had a tire perform as well in the rain. As hard as I tried, I could not get these tires to hydroplane...
The original Hankooks on my Chevy Sonic were absolutely the worst tires I have ever owned. In the snow, you are better off leaving the car in the driveway. I recently put a set of Goodyear Eagle Sport All Seasons on my Chevrolet Sonic LTZ sedan. Huge improvement over the Hankooks. Ride, handling and noise have improved considerably. The car feels more glued to the road and the steering is much more responsive. In the wet, just incredible! I never had a tire perform as well in the rain. As hard as I tried, I could not get these tires to hydroplane. Today I had an opportunity to drive with my Eagles in two inches of snow for the first time. They were very good in the snow. There was some ice in certain spots, which I would rate the ice performance average. Still, traction control and ABS only came on once. With the original tires, they would come on non-stop. These Eagle Sport All Season tires are simply outstanding! It is evident that Goodyear brought some of their success from the racetrack to the street, by integrating proven race technology into the design and engineering of this passenger car tires.
Vehicle: 2013 Chevrolet Sonic Sedan Miles Driven on Tires: 2,350 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ Driving Style: Spirited
...Rain traction is great. Rain traction has gotten better as they break-in...
Direct steering feel. Wife loves it on the minivan. Firm yet very quiet and smooth ride. Driving on curvy roads is much more enjoyable. Changing lanes is immediate. Rain traction is great. Rain traction has gotten better as they break-in. The rim protector is a nice bonus near curbs. We love them. Perfect fit for our tastes in wanting good steering feel and cornering and quiet ride.
Vehicle: 2003 Mazda MPV LX Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: null, null Driving Style: Average
The Goodyear Eagle Sport delivers strong winter traction, with most customers scoring snow and deep snow performance 9s and 10s. Ice traction shows reliable capability in its category, with ratings clustered 7-8 and some variability in lighter winter conditions.
December 09, 2013
4.3 out of 5
...Cornering stability and responsiveness are excellent, dry and wet traction are very good and they're even decent in light snow or on packed snow...
So far so good with these Goodyear Eagle Sports. Cornering stability and responsiveness are excellent, dry and wet traction are very good and they're even decent in light snow or on packed snow. They are as quiet as the surface you're driving on and the ride is comfortable but note that with the stiff sidewall you will feel small imperfections in the road surface. I recommend these tires and would buy them again.
Vehicle: 2008 Chevrolet Malibu LT Miles Driven on Tires: 2,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: DENVER, CO Driving Style: Average
I didn't think I would be able to get home that morning, but with a lot of luck (and lessons learned from driving in Michigan during the winter), I was able to make it home with this tire...
I worked night shift this past February and we received a sudden dumping of snow (around 5-6 inches). I didn't think I would be able to get home that morning, but with a lot of luck (and lessons learned from driving in Michigan during the winter of 2014), I was able to make it home with this tire.
In all other conditions, the tire to me is decidedly average. My other car is an RX-8, so obviously an Eclipse will have substantially worse handling overall, but considering that and the application, these tires deliver a ton for spirited driving, rain driving, and even snow! They paid for themselves that morning, and more.
Vehicle: 2001 Mitsubishi Eclipse RS Miles Driven on Tires: 15,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: MOHAWK, TN Driving Style: Spirited
...I have done no less than seven 100 mile+ trips through snow storms so far with these tires and am thoroughly impressed... Snow and Ice traction is impressive, even during braking...
So I drive for work, and have put about 10k miles on these tires so far. I have done no less than seven 100 mile+ trips through snow storms so far with these tires and am thoroughly impressed. My car is very light (235 width) and a light 1.6L Ecoboost motor. My car handles tenfold better than it did with the stock Michelin energy. The only thing i'd say is you can feel more road imperfections over the stock Michelins. But, I've had no vibrations at all with these tires even when it was neg 9 here. Dry traction and cornering is fantastic! Wet traction is great. Snow and Ice traction is impressive, even during braking. Take off isn't the best, but that's more due to the vehicle itself. Going between 40-50 on the highway with DEEP snow is what impresses me the most with these tires. They're no snow tire, but I would recommend them to anyone who has to deal with all four seasons. So far the tread is down to 9/32. It looks like I will get 40-50k miles on these tires
Vehicle: 2013 Ford Fusion SE Miles Driven on Tires: 10,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: CLEVELAND, OH Driving Style: Spirited
Most customers rate dry traction with 9s and 10s, highlighting responsive handling and confident grip. Scores between 7-8 suggest minor variations, but overall performance excels in dry conditions.
May 24, 2016
(Verified Purchase)
4.2 out of 5
...On dry pavement, these tires are fantastic. They seem to be able to handle any corner at any speed, there's no tire chirp on hard acceleration, and braking is outstanding. I can't make these tires lose traction, and I've tried...
Bought these tires as a replacement for the OEM set, and what a difference a good set of tires makes. It feels like I'm driving a different car. I consider myself a very aggressive driver. On dry pavement, these tires are fantastic. They seem to be able to handle any corner at any speed, there's no tire chirp on hard acceleration, and braking is outstanding. I can't make these tires lose traction, and I've tried. Hydroplaning resistance is well above average, it takes some effort but with the right conditions at highway speeds you can get them to hydroplane. A quick letting off the gas pedal gets everything back under control right away. Wet traction is also very strong, flooring it from a stop will make the tires jump once or twice but otherwise, they don't seem to care that the road is wet. Snow performance is above average, they're certainly not snow tires but taking it fairly easy on the gas pedal and limiting yourself to smooth, gradual turns lends itself to easy driving in the snow. Between a dusting through 4-5" of snow on the ground, I haven't had much (if any) difficulty getting around. Having some ice cover on the road doesn't seem to disturb anything either if you're still not driving aggressively. Road noise, at least compared to most other tire sets I've owned, is barely noticeable inside the cabin. Not having driven a lot of miles on these, it's hard to say what the tread wear is like. Based on performance alone, I would certainly recommend these tires to anyone.
Vehicle: 2012 Chevrolet Malibu 4cyl 1LT Miles Driven on Tires: 6,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: HOWELL, MI Driving Style: Spirited
...My other car is a 2019 Grand Sport Corvette so switching between cars is not easy, but these tires do a great job on a vehicle MUCH heavier. Tread wear and traction is above expectations - cornering and breaking are great...
I have 36,000 on the tires and they have performed well above expectations. My "other" car is a 2019 Grand Sport Corvette so switching between cars is not easy, but these tires do a great job on a vehicle MUCH heavier. Tread wear and traction is above expectations - cornering and breaking are great.
Will buy them again
Vehicle: 2017 Audi Q7 3.0T Premium Miles Driven on Tires: 36,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: SHEBOYGAN, WI Driving Style: Spirited
...I step on the gas and corner at WAY greater than normal speeds around corners and the tires stuck to the road. It was hard to get them to squel in a turn...
99328! Nice... Still had 3/16 in on the tire that hit some kind of road debris that ended my tires life at 70 miles an hour. Other 3 tires brough me to the side of the road no problem. Drive 48 miles one way back n forth to work. I step on the gas and corner at WAY greater than normal speeds around corners and the tires wet and dry always stuck to the road. It was hard to get them to squel in a turn. However driving in the truckers lane (#3, #4) was a BUMPY ride and seems that even morderate road gaps were like large chasims and with greate noise. You feel e every bump. ALso one thing that bothered me about the tires were lane lines that ran parallel under a tire would cause the car to dodge and weave- back and forth over the lines - so you had to drive on the side of the lane without the lane line or stradle it. Just switch to Michelen Pilot Sport All Season 4 and it's the same grip (I'll find out it better...) but WAY quieter and WAY less road noise and WAY less bumpy. Will post a review of the Pilot Sport 4's when I get some miles under those.
Vehicle: 2017 Honda Civic Si Coupe Miles Driven on Tires: 99,328 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: ROWLAND HEIGHTS, CA Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate the Goodyear Eagle Sport's comfort as excellent, with ride quality and noise levels scoring 9s and 10s. High marks highlight smooth handling and refined noise reduction, delivering the premium comfort expected in ultra high performance all-season tires.
October 05, 2025
(Verified Purchase)
4.9 out of 5
These tires deliver an excellent balance of comfort and style. The ride feels smooth and cushioned...
These tires deliver an excellent balance of comfort and style. The ride feels smooth and cushioned, and their clean, modern design gives the vehicle a refined look.
Vehicle: 2019 Volvo XC60 T5 AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 1,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: POWAY, CA Driving Style: Easy Going
Vehicle: 2015 BMW 535d xDrive Sedan Base Model Miles Driven on Tires: 500 Driving Conditions: Mostly Highway Location: OAK CREEK, WI Driving Style: Average
Bought thses tires after having hankook v12, what a big difference in handling and comfort...
Bought thses tires after having hankook v12, what a big difference in handling and comfort. On wet roads the tires are excellent and maintain their sport feel. Would recommend again.
Vehicle: 2006 Lexus GS300 AWD Miles Driven on Tires: 100 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: NEW YORK, NY Driving Style: Average
Most customers rate treadwear as excellent with 9s and 10s, highlighting long-lasting performance in all-season conditions. While a few scores between 0-6 note concerns, the majority praise its durability for daily driving.
February 05, 2023
(Verified Purchase)
4.1 out of 5
...Since I am not a 'performance' driver I chose these for the treadwear expected and they have delivered. They are nearing 50% tread depth at 50000 kilometers...
The Mustang came new with Pirelli P Zero tires and they were worn out at 30000 kilometers. Since I am not a "performance" driver I chose these for the treadwear expected and they have delivered. They are nearing 50% tread depth at 50000 kilometers and only now starting to lose some wet traction. A very good tire.
Vehicle: 2016 Ford Mustang Convertible GT Miles Driven on Tires: 30,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: VERONA, ON Driving Style: Average
...They are wearing at a pace that they should go just beyond the treadlife warranty...
Great tire overall, nevermind at this price point! I have already bought another set for my other vehicle. They are wearing at a pace that they should go just beyond the treadlife warranty. Great steering responsiveness and cornering, and I have never had any issues with wet traction. Easily got my wife (a nurse) to work in light snow with these tires and my RWD Benz. A worthy successor to the Eagle GT, which I had three sets of, but admittedly I liked the looks of the GTs better.
Vehicle: 1990 Mercedes-Benz 300D Miles Driven on Tires: 35,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: RALEIGH, NC Driving Style: Spirited
...I have these tires on both my cars and get 60k with still tire left. Just put a second set on my other vehicle after 70K miles...
Great tires! Long lasting and comfortable surefooted in rain and dry conditions. Great at high speeds. I have these tires on both my cars and get 60k with still tire left. Just put a second set on my other vehicle after 70K miles. Would highly recommend!
Vehicle: 2017 Lincoln Navigator L 2WD Miles Driven on Tires: 58,000 Driving Conditions: Combined Highway/City Location: FORT PIERCE, FL Driving Style: Spirited
Ultra High Performance vs. Max Performance Summer Tires – 2025 Test 3(27:40)
When these two wildly popular summer performance categories go head-to-head, it gives us a deeper look into what truly separates them. That helps you find the best tire for what you prioritize, whether that be on-road comfort with sporty handling or if you’ll trade off some manners for even more handling. In a packed field, with new products and first-time tires in our revamped testing platform, there were sure to be some surprises…and there were! And as always starting in 2025, you’ll see last year’s results added into the mix to see where they all stand.
Testing Two Ultra High Performance Summer Tires 2019: Sumitomo HTR Z5(01:40)
Sumitomo recently released the HTR Z5 to continue the popular “HTR Z” line. We tested it to find out how this new player compares to some of the best in the Ultra High Performance Summer category.
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