MRF vs Firestone - Tyre Comparison

WINNER
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MRF

Tyres with Muscle

4.4(28,450 reviews)
VS
Score
6-0
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Firestone

A Tradition of Quality

4.0(6,789 reviews)

Quick Verdict

MRF wins this comparison with better scores in 6 out of 7 categories. MRF excels in durability, wet grip, dry grip. However, Firestone is better for .

Company Snapshot

MRF logo

MRF

Est. 1946

Headquarters

Chennai, India

Global Rank

#14

Employees

20,000+

Price Range

Mid-Range

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Firestone

Est. 1900

Headquarters

Nashville, Tennessee, USA

Global Rank

#11

Employees

Part of Bridgestone

Price Range

Budget

Detailed Comparison

Durability

MRF wins
MRF92
83Firestone

Wet Grip

MRF wins
MRF85
81Firestone

Dry Grip

MRF wins
MRF86
82Firestone

Comfort

MRF wins
MRF84
80Firestone

Noise Level

MRF wins
MRF80
78Firestone

Fuel Efficiency

MRF wins
MRF82
81Firestone

Value for Money

MRF91
91Firestone

Pros & Cons

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MRF

Pros

  • Exceptional durability for rough roads
  • India's most trusted tyre brand
  • Excellent monsoon performance
  • Strong dealer network across India
  • Good value for money
  • Motorsport heritage (F3, MotoGP)

Cons

  • Limited international presence
  • Less refined at high speeds
  • Not designed for cold climates
  • Brand less known outside India
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Firestone

Pros

  • Very affordable pricing
  • Excellent dealer network
  • Bridgestone quality backing
  • Good warranty coverage
  • Wide size availability

Cons

  • Basic performance levels
  • Shorter tread life than premium
  • Limited performance options
  • Can be noisy

Which Should You Choose?

Choose MRF if...

  • You prioritize indian road conditions
  • You prioritize hot climate driving
  • You prioritize daily commuting
  • You prioritize long-distance travel in india
  • You prioritize monsoon conditions
Price Range: $$ (Mid-Range)

Choose Firestone if...

  • You prioritize budget-conscious buyers
  • You prioritize everyday driving
  • You prioritize fleet vehicles
  • You prioritize american brand preference
  • You prioritize wide availability needs
Price Range: $ (Budget)