Riken Raptor VR 235/45R18

Riken Raptor VR 235/45R18 94V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 017202

🌀️ All SeasonπŸ’° $125.38πŸ“ 235/45R18πŸš— Passenger Car

About This Tire

The Riken Raptor VR 235/45R18 is a V-speed rated all-season tire designed for sedan, coupe, minivan and crossover drivers who prioritize year-round versatility and reliable handling in everyday driving. Its tread design and compound focus on maintaining consistent road contact and effective water evacuation for balanced performance across seasons. The Raptor VR features a symmetric tread pattern with a continuous center rib that provides constant rubber-to-road contact for solid steering response and on-center 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 biting edges for traction in light snow conditions. Driver feedback points to strong dry performance and dependable wet weather capability, with good comfort levels and 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 passenger vehicles used primarily for daily commuting and highway travel in varied weather conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Riken Raptor VR 235/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$125.38⭐ Good (301 reviews)Daily highway commuting in variable weather🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
$106.17⭐ Good (62 reviews)Daily commuting in family sedans and crossovers🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$133.03⭐ Fair (172 reviews)Daily commuting in luxury sedans and coupes🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$158.96⭐ Good (9 reviews)Daily commuting and highway driving🌀️ All Season
🏁 Ultra high performance
$167.99⭐ Good (969 reviews)Sports car and performance coupe daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
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Riken Raptor VR 235/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$125.38
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (301 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting in variable weather
Season
🌀️ All Season
Advanta ER-800 235/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Touring all-season
Price
$106.17
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (62 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in family sedans and crossovers
Season
🌀️ All Season
Bridgestone Potenza RE97AS 235/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$133.03
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Fair (172 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting in luxury sedans and coupes
Season
🌀️ All Season
Kumho Majesty 9 Solus TA91 235/45R18
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$158.96
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (9 reviews)
Best For
Daily commuting and highway driving
Season
🌀️ All Season
Sumitomo HTR A/S P03 235/45R18
🏁 Ultra high performance
Price
$167.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Good (969 reviews)
Best For
Sports car and performance coupe daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer

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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 responsive steering.
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Four-Groove Design
Wide circumferential grooves with lateral notches effectively move water away to resist hydroplaning.
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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 Pattern
Symmetric tread design allows for flexible rotation patterns to promote even wear.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Daily highway commuting in variable weatherβœ“ Sedan and coupe owners seeking year-round capabilityβœ“ Crossover drivers prioritizing comfort and reliabilityβœ“ Mixed city and highway driving with occasional light snow
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Specifications

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Size
235/45R18
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Load Index
94
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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 235/45R18 94V Grand Touring All-Season Tire 017202
Size235/45R18
Season🌀️ All Season
VehiclePassenger Car