CHAMPIRO FE2 · EV READY
Champiro FE2 EVAll-purpose EV tire review: is it good, who is it for
GT Radial's FE2 tire in the EV Ready group, for combustion-engine cars, hybrids and EVs, focused on comfort, low noise and wet grip.
- Type
- All-purpose · EV Ready
- Sizes in Thailand
- FE2 14–18 inch
- Warranty
- 2 years / 50,000 km
- Wet grip
- Grade A
4 sizes in stock, 18-inch
Summary
Champiro FE2 EV is GT Radial's FE2 tire, an all-purpose passenger car tire for sedans through crossovers that GT Radial places in its EV Ready group, meaning it works on combustion-engine cars, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles. Its strengths are comfort, low noise, wet grip grade A and low rolling resistance to help save energy. GT Radial Thailand offers the FE2 in 56 sizes, 14–18 inch.
Key technology
Specs
| Brand / Model | GT Radial Champiro FE2 EV |
|---|---|
| Type | All-purpose passenger car tire |
| Electric vehicle group | EV Ready — for combustion-engine cars, hybrids (MHEV, PHEV) and electric vehicles (BEV), per GT Radial |
| FE2 sizes sold in Thailand | 56 sizes, 14–18 inch rims, 50–70 series, widths 165–235 mm |
| UTQG | 420 A A |
| Speed rating | T to Y (depending on size) |
| Manufacturer | Giti Tire (owner of the GT Radial brand) |
| EU tire label | Size 205/55R16 91V: rolling resistance C · wet grip A · noise 69 dB (almost all FE2 sizes in Europe rate A for wet grip per the EPREL database) |
| ADAC 2023 test | FE2 in size 205/55 R16: 2.9 “befriedigend” (satisfactory), 22nd of 50 |
| AUTO BILD 2024 test | FE2 in size 205/55 R16: 2.6 “befriedigend” (satisfactory), tied 13th of 20 finalists |
| Warranty | Covers manufacturing defects for 2 years or 50,000 km · See terms |
Sizes
| Size | Status | Link |
|---|---|---|
| 215/55R18 | In stock | See price |
| 225/50R18 | In stock | See price |
| 235/50R18 | In stock | See price |
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| 235/55R18 | In stock | See price |
Who it's for
- Electric vehicles and hybrids used every day that want a soft, quiet tire
- Sedans and crossovers driven both in the city and on long trips
- Drivers who want a tire with good wet grip that helps save energy
FAQ
Can the Champiro FE2 EV be used on electric vehicles?
Yes. GT Radial places the FE2 in its EV Ready group, designed for combustion-engine cars, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles. Choose the size and load index specified by the vehicle manufacturer, since EVs are often heavier than combustion-engine cars of the same size.
How is the FE2 EV different from the regular FE2?
It is the same FE2 tire. GT Radial does not have a separate FE2 EV product page, but says sizes selected for EVs carry the EV Ready logo on the sidewall, and this group of tires is designed from the start to work with every powertrain.
Is the Champiro FE2 EV quiet?
Yes. GT Radial Thailand says the FE2 has low noise and a comfortable ride, but has not published noise figures for the sizes sold in Thailand.
What cars is the Champiro FE2 EV for?
Passenger cars used every day, including EVs, hybrids and combustion-engine cars. The FE2 comes in 14–18 inch sizes in Thailand, covering sedans through crossovers. Choose the size on the placard on your car's door.
How did it do in independent tests?
Mid-pack. ADAC tested the FE2 in 2023 in size 205/55 R16 and gave it an overall 2.9 (“befriedigend”, satisfactory; lower scores are better), 22nd of 50. It did well on dry roads but lost points for wet performance and mileage. AUTO BILD's 2024 test in the same size gave it 2.6 (satisfactory), tied 13th of 20 tires that passed the qualifying round (55 entered), praising its hydroplaning resistance and short dry braking. Both tests used the regular FE2 in European-market sizes.
Where is the Champiro FE2 made?
In plants owned by Giti Tire, owner of the GT Radial brand, which says it has production bases in Indonesia, China and the US. GT Radial does not list the FE2's plant on its product page. The FE2 tires ADAC bought for testing in Europe were made in China. The country of manufacture of each tire is shown on the sidewall.
What warranty does the Champiro FE2 EV 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 FE2 EV 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 — FE2 · GT Radial — Dual EV Ready offering · Tyrepress — GT Radial dual EV approach (2023) · ADAC – GT Radial FE2 (205/55 R16 summer tire test, 2023) · ADAC – 205/55 R16 summer tire test results, all 50 tires · AUTO BILD – Sommerreifen-Test 2024: 205/55 R16 · Giti Tire – About Giti · EPREL EU tire label database – GT Radial FE2 205/55R16 91V
Warranties are provided by the tire manufacturers. Subphaisal submits claims on your behalf, and the manufacturer decides the result.
Interested in the Champiro FE2 EV?
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