MATADOR tyres: prices, reviews & buying advice
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MATADOR brand: origin & manufacturer
Brand origin
Germany
Creation date
1925
Group
Continental AG
Brand category
Entry-level
MATADOR is a entry-level brand, founded in 1925 and belonging to the tyre manufacturer Continental AG.
Within this category, it ranks 48th among the most searched brands between March 12, 2026 and June 10, 2026 by users of our comparison platforms.
Top MATADOR tires
Find below the most popular MATADOR tire models on our comparator over the past 3 months.
MATADOR car and SUV tyres
MATADOR offers a wide range of summer, winter and all-season tyres. Choose the model that suits your needs, select your size and get the best price for your MATADOR tyres.
Winter
MATADOR winter tyres
All-seasons
MATADOR 4 season tyres
Other MATADOR tyre ranges
Would you like to buy MATADOR tyres for your 4x4 or commercial van vehicle? Below you will find all the tyre ranges available for your vehicle.
MATADOR 4x4 tyres
MATADOR heavy duty tyres
Does MATADOR offer a wide range of heavy duty tyres? Find below all MATADOR truck tyres available.
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Tyres bus - Coach for lorries MATADOR
Are MATADOR tyres any good?
Are MATADOR tyres good quality? Keep in mind that MATADOR sits at the entry level and cannot rival a high-end marque, yet it can be ideal for motorists seeking budget-friendly tyres.
MATADOR tyre reviews
Before deciding on MATADOR tyres, it’s advisable to look at consumer feedback. To help you, we have compiled a short analysis of comments available on various retail sites.
Average ratings
MATADOR tyres are often praised, with an average rating of 4.23 out of 5 for the year 2026.
Car
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Summer tyres Reviews
4.5/5
(39 reviews)
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All-seasons tyres Reviews
4.0/5
(9 reviews)
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Winter tyres Reviews
4.0/5
(18 reviews)
Van
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Summer tyres Reviews
4.0/5
(1 reviews)
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All-seasons tyres Reviews
4.1/5
(18 reviews)
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Winter tyres Reviews
4.0/5
(3 reviews)
SUV
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Summer tyres Reviews
4.0/5
(1 reviews)
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Winter tyres Reviews
4.0/5
(20 reviews)
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MATADOR tyre tests
Below you will find the main tests carried out on MATADOR tyres by independent organisations.
2022
Winter
215/60 R16
ADAC - 2022
215/60 R16
MP 93 NORDICCA
15th / 17
2022
Summer
185/65 R15
ADAC - 2022
185/65 R15
MP 47 HECTORRA 3
16th / 16
2022
Winter
215/60 R16
ANWB - 2022
215/60 R16
MP 93 NORDICCA
15th / 17
2022
Summer
185/65 R15
ANWB - 2022
185/65 R15
MP 47 HECTORRA 3
14th / 16
2022
Winter
215/60 R16
OAMTC - 2022
215/60 R16
MP 93 NORDICCA
15th / 17
2022
Summer
195/55 R16
ARBO - 2022
195/55 R16
MP 47 HECTORRA 3
5th / 8
2022
Winter
215/60 R16
TCS - 2022
215/60 R16
MP 93 NORDICCA
15th / 17
2022
Summer
195/55 R16
GTU - 2022
195/55 R16
MP 47 HECTORRA 3
5th / 8
2022
Summer
185/65 R15
OAMTC - 2022
185/65 R15
MP 47 HECTORRA 3
16th / 16
2022
Summer
195/55 R16
ACE - 2022
195/55 R16
MP 47 HECTORRA 3
5th / 8
2019
Winter
205/65 R16
ADAC - 2019
205/65 R16
MPS 530 Sibir Snow Van
7th / 15
2019
Winter
205/65 R16
ANWB - 2019
205/65 R16
MPS 530 Sibir Snow Van
7th / 15
2019
Winter
185/65 R15
OAMTC - 2019
185/65 R15
MPS 530 Sibir Snow Van
7th / 15
2019
Winter
205/65 R16
TCS - 2019
205/65 R16
MPS 530 Sibir Snow Van
7th / 15
2018
Winter
195/65 R15
AUTOBILD - 2018
195/65 R15
MP 92 Sibir Snow SUV
18th / 20
Between 2021 and 2026, Matador tyres were evaluated 10 times by various European organizations. None of these tests placed the brand on the podium.
On average, 83% of tested competing tyres rank ahead of Matador tyres. In the context of particularly demanding comparative tests, these results indicate generally more limited performance in independent rankings, while remaining suitable for everyday and less demanding use.
About the MATADOR brand
MATADOR, a.s. is an international tyre manufacturer with headquarters in Púchov, Slovakia. The company exports its products to 80 countries around the world. Matador a.s. does not only produce tyres but also other rubber products, conveyor belts, car parts and machinery. It has its own network of shops and several commercial companies. The biggest recipients of export are UK, USA, Germany and the countries of the CIS. The origins of the Matador date back to September 7th 1905 in Austro-Hungarian Empire. At that time, the company was registered by seven businessmen. In 1906 the first production started at the factory in Bratislava. At the beginning, the plant manufactured rubber hoses and belts. In 1911 the company changed its name to Matador Bratislava. Like most companies in the Eastern Bloc, Matador was nationalized after the Second World War. Matador is one of the fastest growing companies in Slovakia.
