The Delinte Thunder D7 unlocks a wide door of accessibility that enables budget-minded drivers to make use of ultra-high performance tires. Whether you drive a sedan, coupe, sports SUV, or sports car, the Thunder D7 guarantees a superb performance that’s highlighted by excellent traction, handling, and grip.
In this Delinte Thunder D7 review, we go over everything about the tire, from its sizes and specs to its pricing and warranty policy, so you should definitely stick around.
| TIRE REVIEW
Thunder D7 |
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| Bottom Line | It’s not the quietest ultra-high performance tire you can find on the market, but at its price range, it’s definitely not an issue. |
| Pros | Great grip and traction on dry and wet terrain with excellent handling and cornering capabilities. |
| Cons | Doesn’t offer great traction in snow and slush and the tread life could use some slight improvements. |
| Tire sizes | 22″, 20”, 19″, 18” and 17” |
| Price range | Starts from approximately $65. |
| Warranty | 30,000-miles |
Delinte Thunder D7 (Our Review)
Overall Assessment
A tire hits gold when it combines reliable performance with affordable pricing, and that’s exactly what Delinte aimed to do when they designed the Thunder D7. Not only does this tire ensure the right degree of traction, grip, and fluid handling, but it also delivers a great deal of comfort, which is rare to find in a UHP tire.
The Thunder D7 utilizes a blaze-shaped pattern for its tread design, which, combined with the silica content that’s infused in the tread compound, ensures excellent traction on dry and wet terrain. Further, it improves the tire’s cornering capabilities as well as smoothens the steering.
The tire features wide circumferential grooves for reliable wet traction. The grooves also help eliminate the risk of hydroplaning. There’s a continuous center rib that not only improves the tire’s stability but also boosts its acceleration and braking performances even at high speeds.
Most tire manufacturers ping pong their tread designs amongst each other, which results in a lot of similarities between tires within similar classes. Delinte, on the other hand, utilizes a unique groove shape with a directional pattern for the tread.
To add, the tire’s pitch blocks are spaced differently, so that road noise is kept at bay. Granted, it’s not the quietest ultra-high performance tire you can find on the market, but at its price range, it’s definitely not an issue.
Pros:
- Great grip and traction on dry and wet terrain
- Excellent handling and cornering capabilities
- Offers a smooth and comfortable ride quality
- Made with the budget-minded driver in mind
Cons:
- Doesn’t offer great traction in snow and slush
- Tread life could use some slight improvements
Vehicles That Can Use Delinte Thunder D7
The Delinte Thunder D7 is designed for drivers of all coupes, sedans, sports cars, and smaller sport SUVs. Below is a list of the most popular vehicles compatible with the Delinte Thunder D7.
- BMW: M5, M3, 330i, 135i, 545i, 550i, 750Li
- Chevrolet: Camaro, Cobalt, Cruze, Malibu, Corvette, Impala, Monte Carlo
- Dodge: Charger, Avenger, Challenger, Stratus
- Acura: TL, RL, RSX
- Mercedes-Benz: SL500, SLK320, CLK430, E550, SL55
- Pontiac: GTO, G6, G8
- Subaru: Legacy, Impreza
- Audi: TT, A3, A6, A4, A8L
- Ford: Mustang GT, Fusion, Focus, Contour
- Lexus: GS350, LS460L, GS430, IS300
- Volkswagen: Jetta, CC Sport, GTi
Sizes and Specs
| Size | Available Specs |
| 17 Inches | 215/55ZR17 94W BLK 225/55ZR17 101W XL BLK 235/55ZR17 103W XL BLK 205/50ZR17 93W XL BLK 225/50ZR17 98W XL BLK 205/45ZR17 88W XL BLK 215/45ZR17 91W XL BLK 225/45ZR17 94W XL BLK 235/45ZR17 97W XL BLK 245/45ZR17 99W XL BLK 205/40ZR17 84W XL BLK 245/40ZR17 95W XL BLK |
| 18 Inches | 235/55R18 104V XL BLK 235/50ZR18 101W XL BLK 225/45ZR18 95W XL BLK 245/45ZR18 100Y XL BLK 215/40ZR18 89W XL BLK 225/40ZR18 92W XL BLK 235/40ZR18 95W XL BLK 245/40ZR18 97W XL BLK 255/40ZR18 99W XL BLK 215/35ZR18 84W XL BLK 255/35ZR18 94W XL BLK |
| 19 Inches | 225/45ZR19 96W XL BLK 245/45ZR19 98Y BLK 225/40ZR19 93W XL BLK 245/40ZR19 98W XL BLK 215/35ZR19 85W XL BLK 225/35ZR19 84W BLK 225/35ZR19 88W XL BLK 235/35ZR19 91W XL BLK 245/35ZR19 97W XL BLK 255/35ZR19 96W XL BLK 275/35ZR19 100W XL BLK 265/30ZR19 93W XL BLK 275/30ZR19 96W XL BLK |
| 20 Inches | 255/45ZR20 105W XL BLK 245/40ZR20 99W XL BLK 225/35ZR20 93W XL BLK 235/35ZR20 92W XL BLK 245/35ZR20 95W XL BLK 255/35ZR20 97W XL BLK 275/35ZR20 102W XL BLK 225/30ZR20 85W XL BLK 245/30ZR20 97W XL BLK 255/30ZR20 92W XL BLK 275/30ZR20 97W XL BLK 285/30ZR20 99W XL BLK 305/25ZR20 97W XL BLK |
| 22 Inches | 225/30ZR22 89W XL BLK 235/30ZR22 90W XL BLK 245/30ZR22 95W XL BLK 255/30ZR22 95Y XL BLK 265/30ZR22 97W XL BLK 285/25ZR22 95W XL BLK 305/25ZR22 103Y XL BLK |
Prices
The Delinte Thunder D7 starts at a budget-friendly price point of approximately $65. However, It’s important to keep in mind that the prices tend to vary from one dealer to another. They also vary depending on the size and specs you choose. Be on the lookout for special offers on this tire, such as discounts, rebates, and coupons.
Warranty
The Delinte Thunder D7 is backed by a 30,000-mile tread warranty, which isn’t much compared to other competitors in the same price range. There’s no information about tire uniformity or tire replacement.
In the end, don’t forget to check out our Delinte Tires Review for other Delinte Tires.
Delinte Thunder D7 Tire Customer Review
John A. says: “I’m not quite fond of spending hundreds of dollars on dollars, so seeing a cost-effective tire that offers excellent performance like the Delinte Thunder D7 is always appreciated. It’s too soon to judge, considering I only have a few miles on this tire, but I love how stable, comfortable, and smooth the ride quality is.”
John A. posted(5 / 5) review
Stu B. says: “I’m a huge fan of Delinte as a brand, not just the Thunder D7. The people at Delinte just know how to deliver great quality and value at budget-friendly prices, and the Thunder D7 is a superb example of that. Excellent tire, overall.”
Stu B. posted