CHAMPIRO · ECO COMFORT
Champiro EcotecFuel-saving car tire review: is it good, who is it for
GT Radial's car tire focused on fuel economy, low noise and comfort, with an Advanced Nano Compound.
- Type
- Car · Economy
- Sizes in Thailand
- 13–17 inch rims
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- Strength
- Quiet · Economical
2 sizes in stock, 13–16 inch
Summary
Champiro Ecotec is GT Radial's car tire focused on fuel economy, low noise and comfort. It uses an Advanced Nano Compound that GT Radial says shortens braking distances, improves rolling resistance and lowers CO2 emissions while driving, and a multi-angle tread that reduces road noise. GT Radial Thailand offers 26 sizes on 13–17 inch rims.
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / Model | GT Radial Champiro Ecotec |
|---|---|
| Type | Passenger car tire focused on fuel economy and quiet |
| Sizes sold in Thailand | 26 sizes, 13–17 inch rims, 50–80 series (per GT Radial Thailand's website) |
| Speed rating | S to V (depending on size) |
| Brand | GT Radial, a tire brand of Giti Tire |
| EU tire label | 185/60R15 84H: Rolling resistance C · Wet grip C · Noise 68 dB · other sizes wet grip B–D, noise 66–70 dB (per the EPREL database) |
| Giti Tire production bases | Indonesia, China and the US (per Giti Tire's website) |
| Warranty | Covers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · See terms |
Sizes
| Size | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 175/70R13 | In stock | See price |
| 205/50R16 | In stock | See price |
Who it's for
- Eco cars and small sedans, such as the Toyota Yaris and Toyota Vios versions on 185/60R15, or the Honda City and Honda Jazz versions on 185/55R16
- Midsize sedans and crossovers, such as the Toyota Camry version on 215/60R16 and the Toyota Corolla Cross version on 215/60R17
- Drivers who drive in the city every day and want a quiet, smooth tire that helps save fuel
FAQ
Is the Champiro Ecotec good?
Yes, for cars driven daily with a focus on economy and quiet. GT Radial uses an Advanced Nano Compound that shortens braking and improves rolling resistance, and designed the tread and casing to reduce noise and vibration.
Is the Champiro Ecotec quiet?
Yes. Low noise is a deliberate strength of GT Radial's design, from the multi-angle tread that reduces road noise to the casing that reduces vibration and noise, but no noise figures have been published.
Is the Champiro Ecotec fuel efficient?
It helps. GT Radial says the Advanced Nano compound improves rolling resistance, which helps fuel use, but it has not published a percentage for fuel savings.
What vehicles is the Champiro Ecotec for?
Eco cars, small sedans and midsize sedans. In Thailand it comes in 13–17 inch rims, for cars such as the Toyota Yaris, Toyota Vios, Honda City and Honda Jazz, up to the Toyota Camry version on 215/60R16. Choose the size on your door placard.
Where is the GT Radial Champiro Ecotec made?
It is made in plants of Giti Tire, the owner of the GT Radial brand, which says it has production bases in Indonesia, China and the US. GT Radial does not state the plant for the Champiro Ecotec on its product page. The country of manufacture of each tire is shown on its sidewall.
What is the Champiro Ecotec's EU tire label rating?
It depends on size. Sizes registered in the EU EPREL database are rated B–D for wet grip (mostly C), B–D for rolling resistance and 66–70 dB for noise (mostly 68 dB). For example, 185/60R15 is rated C/C/68 dB and 195/60R16 is rated B/B/70 dB.
What warranty does the Champiro Ecotec have?
Every tire bought from Subphaisal is covered by the manufacturer against manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km, for both store pickup and delivery. See the warranty page for details.
Where can I get the Champiro Ecotec installed?
Order online and choose installation at any of Subphaisal's 5 branches in Thonburi and Nonthaburi, booking a date and time at checkout, or have the tires shipped anywhere in Thailand.
Sources: GT Radial Thailand — Champiro Ecotec · GT Radial Thailand — Champiro Ecotec (English) · GT Radial Indonesia — Champiro Ecotec · Giti Tire – About Giti · EPREL EU tire label database – GT Radial Champiro Ecotec 185/60R15 84H · EPREL EU tire label database – GT Radial Champiro Ecotec 195/60R16 89H
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the Champiro Ecotec?
See prices for every size. Book online and pay at a branch, or get free shipping anywhere in Thailand.