The Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires generally receive positive reviews for their performance, comfort, and value.
The Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires are generally well-regarded for their performance, comfort, and value. They offer good traction in various conditions, including wet roads, and provide a smooth, quiet ride. While most users are satisfied, some concerns about wear rate and isolated quality issues were noted. Overall, these tires seem to offer a good balance of performance and affordability for many drivers.
Positive highlights
Excellent grip and traction in dry and wet conditions. Smooth and quiet ride. Good handling and stability, especially in curves and at high speeds. Improved performance over some OEM and other brand tires. Comfortable ride quality. Good value for the price. Performs well in light snow and various weather conditions.
Negative highlights
Some reports of faster wear than expected. A few customers experienced issues with balancing or flat-spotting. Occasional complaints about reduced fuel economy.
Scorecard
Dry
4.8
Wet
4.7
Winter
4
Comfort
4.6
Noise
4.4
Treadwear
4.7
10 SimpleTire reviews
Wildcat
3.5
Lexus LS430 2002 Base
Verified Customer
Aug 26, 2022
Flat Spot Overnight, Constant "Moan" Sound
I have these in 245/45-18. On my car, they make a constant moan/ring sound and, when slowing down, sound similar to off-road tires. They aren't overall loud, but they make weird constant noise. On top of this, they flat spot overnight... every night. A tire flat spotting in this day and age overnight isn't good. The grip is good in the dry and wet but the noise and flat spotting would force me to never buy these again. I sadly missed the guarantee return window because it took so long for me to get my new wheels, so now I'm stuck with them.
Would you buy again?No
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Comfort
3
Noise
2
Pumaking
5
Toyota Corolla 2011 S
Verified Customer
Jun 11, 2022
The tires are awesome, ride nice, very smooth and grip the road really well, both dry and wet conditions. Only have had them on my Toyota Corolla S for 5,000 miles so far, but a great feel and ride. Thank you.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
NoName
5
BMW X1 2016 xDrive28i
Verified Customer
Jan 17, 2022
So much quieter and softer than the run flats!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Ed
4.5
Mazda 3 2015 s Touring
Verified Customer
Dec 11, 2021
These are a MASSIVE improvement over the Uniroyal TigerPaw GTZ2's previously purchased. At freeway speeds during heavy rain, i've never felt any slipping at 80mph. They are much quieter than expected - even better than factory tires (on a Mazda 3s-GT that saying something considering the general road noise they suffer from). Dry grip is incredible and off-the-line starting in Sport mode is much quicker. Haven't had them long enough to comment on snow/ice.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
Layne
5
Ford Fusion 2018 SE
Verified Customer
Oct 18, 2021
The Falken Ziex tires are great in all weather condition and I have had no issues with slippage in winter weather. I buy Falken for all of my vehicles and have been very happy with their performance.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires15k - 19k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
5
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
matt
4.5
Ford Fusion 2011 SE
Verified Customer
Oct 6, 2021
I started using Falken tires a few years back for my pickup truck, and loved them. So when my car was due for tires I went with Falken. This all season tire is awesome, the ride comfort is great. The tire grip the road well city, interstate, wet and dry. It is a jack of all trades but a master of non, but better than being a master of one. I fell confident in driving in snow and ice, (no need to tip toe around) and very confident in rain on the interstate. I have about 10000mi on my Falkens with proper inflation and vehicle maintenance, I have noticed even wear and no chopping or gouging.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires10k - 14k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
4
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
4
Treadwear
5
Brendan
4
Alfa Giulia 2017 Base
Verified Customer
Jul 15, 2021
Currently fitting these on an Alfa Romeo Giulia, and I'm quite impressed with their tenacity. Overall bang-for-buck tire, showing excellent grip and stability during tight canyon runs, wet roads, cold and hot tarmac. Would recommend absolutely for anyone who wants tire performance that's in league with Michelin/Pirelli but can't afford the label.
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires20k - 29k
Scorecard
Dry
4
Wet
4
Winter
3
Comfort
4
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
T
4.5
Nissan Sentra 2019 S
Verified Customer
Mar 14, 2021
I've used Falcons for years. Absolutely the best in the rain and absolutely no complaints in snow or ice!
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires20k - 29k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
4
Noise
5
Treadwear
5
Tige
4.5
Verified Customer
Dec 10, 2020
Would you buy again?Yes
Miles driven on tires5k - 9k
Scorecard
Dry
5
Wet
5
Winter
4
Comfort
5
Noise
5
Treadwear
4
Michael
4.5
Verified Customer
Nov 18, 2019
Just put these on my son's TSX. Unbelievable improvement over the Nittos that came off. Ride is so much smoother. Dry grip is outstanding. The car feels worlds more stable in the curves. Haven't really had much rain and no snow yet. Hoping these will serve well during inclement weather. Only a couple thousand miles, but very pleased thus far.
The Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S is an ultra-high-performance all-season tire that's designed for use on coupes and sedans and offers drivers enhanced hydroplaning resistance, improved wet weather grip, and superior light snow traction along with a 65,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty.
Features & Benefits
Ultra-high-performance all-season tread
Black sidewall
65,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty
Flask Siping enhances hydroplaning resistance and provides superior wet weather grip, ensuring stability in rainy conditions
The Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S is ideally suited for today's premium coupes and sedans, enhancing the driving experience with its advanced technology. Equipped with Flask Siping, this tire offers remarkable hydroplaning resistance and consistent wet weather grip, crucial for maintaining control during rainy conditions. In addition, the innovative Canyon Groove technology improves snow traction, ensuring a secure and smooth ride even in winter conditions. With a 65,000 mile warranty, the ZE960 A/S assures long-term performance.
Have a question about Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires?
No, Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S is not a directional tire. The asymmetrical tread pattern of the Ziex ZE960 A/S increases traction and handling performance while also allowing the tire to be freely rotated.
Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires are made by Falken Tire, who is a member of the Sumitomo Rubber Industries family.
Yes, Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires are high-performance. Ziex ZE960 A/S is an ultra-high-performance all-season tire, meaning that the tire is designed to give drivers excellent handling and high-performance handling year-round.
Ziex ZE960 A/S tires could be made at Falken's United States plant in Buffalo, NY, in Japan, or in Thailand.
Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires are backed by a 45,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for W-speed rated sizes, and a 65,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty for H- and V-speed rated sizes. This means the Ziex ZE960 A/S is expected to last 45,000 or 65,000 miles, depending on the tire's speed rating, assuming proper use, maintenance, and rotation are followed.
Yes, Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires can be used in light snow thanks to the special, silica-based rubber compound that keeps the tire flexible in lower temperatures, wide angled tread slots that increase grip on snow, and 3D Canyon Sipe Technology that increases grip on icy roads. The Ziex ZE960 A/S is not Three Peak Mountain Snowflake certified, so it should not be used in moderate to severe winter weather conditions.
No, Falken Ziex ZE9560 A/S tires are not noisy. The computer optimized grooves and tread blocks fo the Ziex ZE950 A/S reduce road noises and vibrations to create a quiet, comfortable ride for drivers and passengers.
Yes, Falken Ziex ZE960 A/S tires can be used in wet weather thanks to their wide circumferential grooves that force water out of the tire to reduce the risk of hydroplaning. The Ziex ZE960 A/S also features a sculptured groove wall that eliminates rain groove wander to further enhance traction and performance on wet roads.
Ziex ZE960 A/S ∙ 54 sizes available
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