Davanti Protoura Race review
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The Davanti Protoura Race is generally perceived as a budget-friendly, track-oriented tire that delivers exceptional dry grip and handling performance for enthusiast vehicles like the Mazda MX-5 and lightweight track cars. However, users note that they are strictly warm-weather, dry-biased tires that struggle on greasy or poorly drained wet roads, and exhibit relatively fast tread wear.
What owners say
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- Road tests
- 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
- Owner reviews
- 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.
By owner reviews
66/100From 5 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 5 owner reviews found online.
The Davanti Protoura Race is generally perceived as a budget-friendly, track-oriented tire that delivers exceptional dry grip and handling performance for enthusiast vehicles like the Mazda MX-5 and lightweight track cars. However, users note that they are strictly warm-weather, dry-biased tires that struggle on greasy or poorly drained wet roads, and exhibit relatively fast tread wear.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and handling performance on track days
- High value for money compared to pricier alternatives
- Surprising refinement on the road, with low noise and good comfort
- Progressive limit handling with no sudden breakaway
Cons
- Compromised grip and unforgiving behavior in wet weather, especially on poor road surfaces
- Fast tread wear and high wear rate
- Prone to picking up and permanently retaining rubber debris on hot track days
- Sensitive to tire pressure settings
Worth knowing
- Lightweight sports cars like the Mazda MX-5 Mk3 benefit greatly from the exceptional track handling, progressive breakaway, and surprisingly good road comfort.
- Specialized track and hill climb cars, such as the Westfield, require careful pressure tuning and are best kept out of wet conditions.
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