Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18

Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18 98V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 401521

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $122.94πŸ“ 225/55R18πŸš— Passenger Car

About This Tire

The Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18 is a V-speed rated all-season tire designed for sedan, coupe, minivan, and crossover drivers who prioritize balanced handling performance and year-round versatility in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on maintaining solid contact with the road while delivering reliable traction across dry, wet, and light snow conditions.

The Raptor VR features a symmetric tread pattern with a continuous center rib that provides constant rubber-to-road contact for responsive steering feel. Four wide circumferential grooves work alongside multiple lateral notches to channel water away from the contact patch and resist hydroplaning, while in-block sipes create the biting edges needed for all-season grip. Driver feedback points to strong dry road performance and dependable wet weather handling, with comfortable ride quality and consistent treadwear characteristics in regular use.

Compared to performance-oriented tires, it emphasizes comfort, stability, and long-term usability. Overall, it's a solid choice for family vehicles used primarily for daily commuting and highway travel in varied weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$122.94⭐ Good (301 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$125.97⭐ N/A (43 reviews)Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$158.02⭐ Good (370 reviews)Luxury sedan daily commuting🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$172.78⭐ Good (167 reviews)Daily highway commuting in varied weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$172.99⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)Daily highway commuting in mixed weather🌀️ All Season
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Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$122.94
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (301 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Advanta SVT-01 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$125.97
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (43 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in crossovers and SUVs
Season
🌀️ All Season
Continental ProContact TX 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$158.02
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (370 reviews)
Best For
Luxury sedan daily commuting
Season
🌀️ All Season
Toyo Extensa A/S II 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$172.78
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (167 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in varied weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
General AltiMAX RT45 225/55R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$172.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (907 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in mixed weather
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Continuous Center Rib
Maintains constant rubber-to-road contact for solid on-center feel and precise steering response.
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Hydroplaning Resistance
Four wide circumferential grooves and lateral notches channel water away from the contact patch effectively.
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All-Season Sipes
In-block sipes provide biting edges for traction in dry, wet, and light snow conditions.
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V-Speed Rating
Rated for sustained speeds up to 149 mph with sport-touring performance characteristics.
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Symmetric Design
Allows for tire rotation in multiple patterns to promote even wear and extend tread life.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily highway commuting in varied weatherβœ“ Family sedans and crossovers requiring year-round reliabilityβœ“ Drivers seeking balanced performance without sacrificing comfortβœ“ Mixed suburban and highway driving conditions
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Specifications

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Size
225/55R18
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Load Index
98
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Speed Rating
V
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TireRack Ratings

Overall Rating⭐ Good
Survey Ratings301 reviews
CategoryGrand Touring All-Season

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Riken Raptor VR 225/55R18 98V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 401521
Size225/55R18
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