Radar Dimax AS-8 235/45R17

Radar Dimax AS-8 235/45R17 XL 97W Grand Touring All-Season Tire DSC0257

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ“ 235/45R17πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Radar Dimax AS-8 235/45R17 a Good Tire?

Yes β€” the Radar 235/45R17 is an Excellent-rated all-season grand touring tire (40 surveys) suited for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Solid all-season versatility with W-speed capability, though limited long-term durability data from relatively few consumer reviews.

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About This Tire

The Radar Dimax AS-8 235/45R17 is a grand touring all-season tire, designed for drivers of performance sedans, sporty coupes, crossovers, and SUVs who prioritize fuel efficiency and ride comfort in everyday driving. Its asymmetric tread design and silica-enriched compound focus on balanced traction, long wear, and highway stability across varied weather conditions.

The tire features an asymmetric tread pattern with an even footprint for extended treadlife and rounder shoulders that provide progressive cornering response. Circumferential grooves and independent tread blocks work together to resist hydroplaning, while a continuous center rib promotes highway stability and reduces road noise. Lateral sipes distributed across the tread enhance grip in wet and light snow conditions. Driver feedback points to strong wet and dry performance with comfortable ride quality and reliable treadwear characteristics.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for sedans, crossovers, and SUVs used primarily for daily driving and highway travel in mixed weather conditions.

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These tires share the same size (235/45R17) and are sorted by expert rating for easier comparison.

TireRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Radar Dimax AS-8 235/45R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (40 reviews)Daily highway commuting and city driving🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
⭐ Excellent (705 reviews)Sports car and coupe daily driving🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
⭐ Excellent (294 reviews)Sports car and performance sedan daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Excellent (219 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
⭐ Good (753 reviews)European sport coupes and sedans🌀️ All Season
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Radar Dimax AS-8 235/45R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (40 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily highway commuting and city driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Vredestein Hypertrac All Season 235/45R17
🏁 Ultra high performance
Rating
⭐ Excellent (705 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Sports car and coupe daily driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Firestone Firehawk Indy 500 235/45R17
🏁 Ultra high performance
Rating
⭐ Excellent (294 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Sports car and performance sedan daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
BFGoodrich Advantage Control 235/45R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Excellent (219 reviews)
Best For
⭐ Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Continental ContiProContact 235/45R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Rating
⭐ Good (753 reviews)
Best For
⭐ European sport coupes and sedans
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Asymmetric Tread Design
Even footprint distribution promotes long wear while rounder shoulders deliver progressive, predictable cornering.
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Hydroplaning Resistance
Circumferential grooves and independent tread blocks enhance water evacuation and wet traction performance.
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Highway Stability
Continuous center rib provides straight-line stability and contributes to a quiet, comfortable highway ride.
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All-Season Capability
Silica-enriched compound and lateral sipes maintain grip in wet, slushy, and light snow conditions.
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Fuel Efficiency Focus
Grand touring construction balances rolling resistance with traction for improved fuel economy.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily highway commuting and city drivingβœ“ Performance sedans needing year-round comfortβœ“ Crossover and SUV owners prioritizing fuel efficiencyβœ“ Drivers seeking reliable wet weather traction
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Specifications

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Size
235/45R17
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Load Index
97
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Speed Rating
W
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TirePath Editorial Review

4.5
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"A capable option for daily commuters seeking reliable year-round traction and fuel efficiency in both city and highway conditions. Lacks the premium construction found in higher-end grand touring tires."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Excellent
Survey Ratings40 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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