325/30ZR21 Nankang CRS TYRE

Product introduction

The tyre Nankang CRS / CR-S 325/30/21 108Y XL is a road-legal semi-slick tyre designed for high-powered sports cars whose drivers seek high levels of grip, precision and steering feedback. Developed for spirited road driving and circuit outings, track days or historic hillclimbs, it offers an excellent balance of performance, rigidity and control.

Role of the component

The tyre provides the direct link between the vehicle and the road. It transfers power to the ground, enables braking, contributes to roadholding and has a major influence on steering precision. On a sports car, a semi-slick tyre such as the Nankang CR-S helps make more effective use of the chassis, traction and braking capabilities, particularly under demanding conditions.

Symptoms or consequences of a worn or defective component

• Loss of grip under acceleration, braking or cornering.
• Longer braking distances, especially on wet roads.
• Less precise steering and a vague feeling under cornering loads.
• Uneven wear that may cause vibration or imbalance.
• Increased risk of aquaplaning if the grooves no longer evacuate water effectively.
• Reduced performance during sports driving or circuit use.

Benefits of replacement

• Improved grip on dry roads and under high lateral loads.
• Greater steering precision thanks to a stiff, responsive sidewall.
• Optimised water evacuation through the two wide circumferential grooves on the inner section of the tread.
• Improved heat management through the micro-grooves in the intermediate tread area.
• More direct chassis feedback, ideal for sports and modified vehicles.
• A motorsport-inspired profile for strong roadholding during spirited driving.

Specifications

• Brand: Nankang
• Model: CRS / CR-S road-legal
• Size: 325/30/21
• Load index: 108 XL
• Speed rating: Y
• Range: semi-slick
• Use: spirited road driving, track days, historic hillclimbs, high-performance driving
• Construction: reinforced sidewall for greater rigidity and more precise feedback
• Tread: design optimised for grip, stability under cornering loads and heat dissipation
• Delivery: free

Vehicle compatibility

This tyre is compatible with vehicles originally fitted with, or approved for, the size 325/30 R21, with a minimum load index of 108 and a minimum speed rating of Y. It is primarily suitable for sports cars, supercars, high-performance vehicles and modified vehicles requiring a wide 21-inch fitment.

Before ordering, check the size marked on your current tyres, the manufacturer's recommendations, the compatible rim width and whether this tyre size is approved for your vehicle.

Conclusion

The Nankang CRS / CR-S 325/30/21 108Y XL is a road-legal semi-slick tyre ideal for improving a sports car's grip, precision and dynamic handling while retaining the possibility of use on public roads.