Radar Dimax AS-9 215/55R17
Radar Dimax AS-9 215/55R17 XL 98W Grand Touring All-Season Tire RASYTH0368
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The Radar 215/55R17 is an all-season grand touring tire suited for family sedans and compact crossovers. Comfortable ride quality for daily driving, though lacks the performance edge of premium alternatives.
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The Radar Dimax AS-9 215/55R17 is an all-season tire designed for sport coupe, sedan, crossover, and SUV drivers who prioritize year-round versatility and balanced performance in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on wet and dry traction balance, ride comfort, and noise control through a silica-based formulation and symmetric pattern. The tire features a symmetric tread design with robust shoulders for lateral grip, a rigid center rib for handling precision, and four circumferential channels for water evacuation.
Dense lateral siping provides additional biting edges for light snow traction, while the silica-based compound enhances grip across various weather conditions. The internal construction uses a 2-ply polyester casing for structural integrity. With 20 driver evaluations providing real-world feedback, the tire shows practical performance characteristics for daily driving scenarios.
Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability across multiple weather conditions. Overall, it's a solid choice for sedans, crossovers, and SUVs used primarily for daily commuting and highway driving in variable weather including light snow.
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| Tire | Rating | Best For | Season |
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Radar Dimax AS-9 215/55R17 π£οΈ Comfort-focused touring | β N/A (20 reviews) | Daily highway commuting in variable weather | π€οΈ All Season |
ποΈ All-terrain capability | β Excellent (731 reviews) | Crossover and SUV daily driving with occasional trail use | π€οΈ All Season |
π£οΈ Comfort-focused touring | β Excellent (593 reviews) | Daily highway commuting with comfort priority | π€οΈ All Season |
βοΈ Dedicated winter tire | β Excellent (597 reviews) | Daily winter commuting in snow and ice | βοΈ Winter |
βοΈ Dedicated winter tire | β Excellent (438 reviews) | Winter commuting in snow and ice conditions | βοΈ Winter |
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TirePath Editorial Review
"A strong contender for daily drivers seeking comfortable, quiet rides with reliable all-season grip for highway commuting and light snow conditions. Lacks the premium wet weather performance and durability of higher-tier options."




