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With more than 20 years of expertise in the tire business, Lexani Tires takes great pride in their unwavering dedication to quality and satisfaction of customers. Lexani Tires was launched to bring the distinction of the Lexani brand to the tire market through outstanding design, innovation, and quality. Since 1914, Cooper tires have concentrated on producing high-quality tires that satisfy the demands of modern drivers since, in their opinion, producing a high-quality product is essential to guaranteeing customer satisfaction.
Lexani Tires' high-performance tire selection will suit any car, whether it is a high-performance exotic, luxury sedan, SUV, or sports coupe. Each tire is intended to provide the best combination of style, quality, and luxury. Lexani performance tires have scientifically enhanced tread patterns for maximum performance capability. Designed for performance-oriented vehicles, the Lexani LXUHP is an ultra-high-performance, all-season tire that offers traction, stability, and comfort for drivers throughout the year.
In both dry and rainy situations, the Cooper performance tire series provides improved traction and grip. Cooper offers performance tires to fit your driving style, whether it's aggressive highway driving or off-road capability for your truck or SUV. Developed for passenger vehicles, the Cooper Evolution Sport is an ultra-high-performance summer tire that provides great traction and handling capabilities.
Are both tires just as good at what they do, or is there one that performs better? Let's compare the Lexani LXUHP and Cooper Evolution Sport tires using SimpleScore to help you determine which tire is ideal for you.
Lexani LXUHP-207 tires
The Lexani LXUHP-207 offers tight, continuous, and consistent cornering, as well as exceptional high-speed performance in all dry conditions. It features four longitudinal grooves allowing for efficient water channeling, improving wet road capabilities. This V-shaped tread pattern improves high-speed performance, wet traction, and braking efficiency. Moreover, the Lexani LXUHP-207 is now available in W and V speed ratings in 17″, 18″, and 19″ diameters, ensuring exceptional performance and precise handling.
On average, the Lexani LXUHP-207 gets a total SimpleScore of 8.1 thanks to its great handling, reliable longevity, and impressive traction.
Cooper Evolution Sport tires
For use on passenger cars in warmer climates, Cooper's Evolution Sport is a performance tire with an asymmetrical tread pattern that improves handling and traction. When driving on wet roads, the big shoulders of the Evolution Sport put more rubber on the road to improve cornering ability, and wide grooves drain water out of the tread to lessen the chance of hydroplaning. For a peaceful, comfortable ride, an optimized structure reduces vibrations and noise from the road.
The Cooper Evolution Sport has a good SimpleScore of 7.9 because of its great handling, reliable traction, and solid longevity.
Lexani LXUHP-207 vs Cooper Evolution Sport tires on traction
Tire traction refers to a tire's adherence or grip on the road. It maintains a strong connection between your car and the pavement.
With its unidirectional, V-shaped tread pattern, the LXUHP-207 reduces the likelihood of hydroplaning while increasing wet traction. In addition, its lateral grooves improve wet traction, giving it an 8.1 traction score.
The Cooper Evolution Sport, with a traction score of 8.2, delivers excellent grip and traction in both dry and wet conditions. Additionally, the Cooper Evolution Sport tires incorporate silica polymer, longitudinal and lateral grooves, and 3D Micro-Gauge siping. It has an uneven tread pattern for improved traction. To lower the possibility of hydroplaning on wet roads and improve wet traction, wide grooves drain water out of the tread.
In terms of traction, the Cooper Evolution Sport has marginally higher traction scores than the Lexani LXUHP-207.
ADVANTAGE: Cooper Evolution Sport
Lexani LXUHP-207 vs Cooper Evolution Sport tires on handling
A UHP tire's handling is just as vital as its traction in contributing to its ultra-high performance.
The unidirectional, V-shaped tread pattern of the LXUHP-207 enhances high-speed stability and brake effectiveness while lowering the possibility of hydroplaning. Large shoulder blocks and a sturdy center rib improve handling and cornering ability. Additionally, its optimized contact patch, directed tread, and enhanced rubber composition combine to provide great cornering performance. As a result, the Lexani LXUHP-207 has a great handling score of 8.3.
Cooper Evolution Sport tires get a handling score of 8.7 because of their asymmetrical tread pattern, which improves handling. To lower the possibility of hydroplaning on wet roads, wide grooves in the tread remove water, while the big shoulders of the Evolution Sport increase the amount of rubber on the road to improve cornering performance.
Concerning handling, the Cooper Evolution Sport has a superior handling score than the Lexani LXUHP-207.
ADVANTAGE: Cooper Evolution Sport
Lexani LXUHP-207 vs Cooper Evolution Sport tires on longevity
Drivers appreciate a tire that will last a long time, and good UHP tires are not designed to sacrifice performance for longevity.
LXUHP-207's rubber formula improves even wear, resulting in extended tread life giving it a longevity score of 8.3. In addition, it is backed by a 40,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty.
The Cooper Evolution Sport tires have a strong tread compound for a long lifespan, earning a longevity score of 7.3.
In terms of longevity, the Lexani LXUHP-207 has a better score than the Cooper Evolution Sport tires.
ADVANTAGE: Lexani LXUHP-207
When to use each
UHP tires are designed especially for drivers who want to feel the road and for cars with more horsepower. The Cooper Evolution Sport and Lexani LXUHP-207 are two UHP tires that are made to give vehicles with greater horsepower a better, more opulent ride on the road. Not to mention that the compound of these tires does not respond well to extremely low temperatures, making them unsuitable for driving on ice or snow.
Which one should you choose?
Which of these ultra-high-performance tires best suits your needs? The Lexani LXUHP-207 outperforms the Cooper Evolution Sport (8.1 vs. 7.9), according to SimpleScore. But in terms of handling and traction, the Evolution Sport performs better than the LXUHP-207. It gets quite difficult to choose between these two UHP tires. To help with the decision, let's examine the costs of these tires.
Cooper Evolution Sport tires and Lexani LXUHP-207 tires are at least $37.03 apart in price. Lexani LXUHP-207 tires cost at least $57.96 each, while Cooper Evolution Sport tires cost at least $94.99. This suggests that a set of four Lexani LXUHP-207 tires will cost at least $231.84, while a set of four Cooper Evolution Sport tires will cost at least $379.96.
Based on SimpleScore, you should choose the Lexani LXUHP-207 tires if you:
- Drive a high-end luxury car like the Audi A4 and BMW Z4.
- Prefer better longevity (8.3 vs 7.3)
- Want a tire with a mileage warranty (40,000 mile limited manufacturer tread life warranty).
- Are looking for a less expensive tire.
- Want a UHP tire that can offer year-round performance.
On the other hand, you should purchase the Cooper Evolution Sport if you:
- Drive an old luxury sports car like the Ford Mustang.
- Desire better handling (8.7 vs 8.3)
- Want better traction (8.2 vs 8.1)
- Are looking for a UHP tire that can offer summer performance.
The Lexani LXUHP-207 and the Cooper Evolution Sport are two ultra-high-performance tires that excel in different aspects. Whichever option you choose will be determined by your vehicles and the factors that are most important to you, such as cost, traction, handling, and longevity.
Still not sure which tire to buy? Fortunately, SimpleTire is here to help as our helpful agents are more than happy to assist you in selecting the right tire for your ride and budget.
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