225/45ZR15 TYRE Nankang CRS

Nankang CRS / CR-S 225/45 ZR15 tyre, a road legal semi slick designed for drivers seeking high grip, precise steering and an excellent compromise between sporty road driving and circuit use.

The Nankang CRS is intended for sports cars, modern classics, prepared classic cars, trackday cars and historic fitments equipped with 15 inch wheels. Its semi slick design retains use on public roads while offering performance close to that of a competition tyre.

Role of the part:

The tyre provides the direct link between the vehicle and the road. It affects grip, braking, traction, steering precision and stability under cornering loads. In sporty use, a high performance tyre such as the Nankang CR-S makes more effective use of the chassis, suspension and brakes.

The inner tread incorporates two wide circumferential grooves, combined with an optimised wall angle and rounded groove base. This design helps evacuate water and improves wet handling compared with a more extreme semi slick.

The outer section of the tyre features a design inspired by rally tyres, providing a large contact patch and excellent cornering stability. Intermediate microgrooves help manage heat to maintain consistent performance under heavy loads.

Symptoms or consequences of a worn or unsuitable tyre:

• Loss of grip under acceleration, braking or cornering
• Longer braking distances
• Lack of steering precision
• More pronounced understeer or oversteer during sporty driving
• Uneven wear caused by incorrect adjustment or a worn tyre
• Increased risk of aquaplaning on wet roads
• Excessive heat build-up during intensive use

Benefits of replacement:

• Improved grip on dry roads and during sporty driving
• Better stability under cornering loads thanks to a stiff reinforced sidewall
• More precise steering feedback
• More consistent handling during circuit sessions or trackdays
• Effective water evacuation thanks to the wide inner grooves
• Road approval allowing versatile use
• Excellent choice for sports vehicles equipped with 15 inch wheels

Specifications:

• Brand: Nankang
• Model: CRS / CR-S
• Range: road legal semi slick
• Dimensions: 225/45 ZR15
• Load index: 91
• Reinforcement: XL
• Speed rating: W
• Profile designed for road and circuit performance
• Tread optimised for grip and water management
• Stiff sidewall for more precise steering
• New product
• Delivery: free

Vehicle compatibility:

This tyre is compatible with vehicles fitted with tyres in size 225/45 ZR15, subject to compliance with the approved dimensions and load and speed ratings specified for the vehicle.

• Sports vehicles with 15 inch wheels
• Trackday and recreational circuit cars
• Prepared historic vehicles or modern classics
• Historic fitments and sporty road use
• Renault Sport, Alpine or motorsport configurations compatible with this size

Before ordering, we recommend checking the size marked on your current tyres or your vehicle manufacturer's recommendations.

The Nankang CRS / CR-S 225/45 ZR15 is an excellent choice for improving grip, precision and consistency while retaining a road legal semi slick tyre suited to sports vehicles with 15 inch wheels.