2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test

Every year ADAC perform some of the most in depth tyre tests in the world, and this years 17 inch winter tyre test is no different.

For 2023 ADAC have taken15 of the most popular winter tyres in 225/45 R17 and tested them in all the usual tests, such as dry, wet and snow performance, but also put all 15 sets through ice braking, a real world road wear test, and measured particulate matter to tell you which tyre is best for the environment. 

Test Publication:

225/45 R17 15 tyres 6 categories

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Test Publication:

https://www.adac.de/rund-ums-fahrzeug/ausstattung-technik-zubehoer/reifen/reifentest/

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Test Size: 225/45 R17

Tyres Tested: 15 tyres

Test Categories:
6 categories (13 tests)

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Before you get to the final results it's important to explain how the ADAC scoring system works, as if you go to the score weighting page for this test, the calculated results will look a little different from the actual ADAC results.

To calculate their final results, ADAC score based on the German school system scoring, which rates each tyre in each test from 1 (best) to 6 (worse), and each score can be broken down with a plus or minus (eg 3+.) How these score systems are bracketed is up to ADAC and is not made public so we can't be sure exactly how they reached their conclusion, however we do know that if a tyre performs very poorly in a certain category, it gets manually deranked and can't finish in a top position. This is why the Bridgestone finishes very low in the ADAC rating (deranked because of high wear), and why the Kumho is in a different spot

Value

Wear is naturally a very important metric, but we believe value (cost per 1,000 km driven) is even more important as low wearing tyres with high purchase prices are still an expensive choice for the consumer.

ADAC don't calculate value, so we have done so using their reported purchase price and projected wear. In this metric the Kumho Winter Craft WP52 had a predicted tread life of 64,000 KM and a cost of €1.72 per 1000km. In contrast, Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 had a tread life of 36,100 KM and a cost of €4.35 per 1000km. The nearly 28,000 KM difference in tread life and the €2.63 difference in cost per 1000km are worth keeping in mind when reading the rest of the test.

We can't talk about value without considering fuel consumption which ADAC tested on a vehicle, not on a machine. The Sava Eskimo HP2 and Dunlop Winter Sport 5 both recorded 5.5 litres per 100 km, while Michelin Alpin 6 was less efficient at 5.8 litres per 100 km. The 0.3-litre difference may seem small but can add up over time, affecting the total cost of ownership.

Abrasion is becoming more and more important, which measures the wear of a tyre through the life and the weight of particles it ejects into the environment. This is a category Michelin always excels in, with a clear lead over the Kumho in second place. The fast wearing Bridgestone was almost twice as bad for the environment with the worse result on test.

Dry

The Kumho Winter Craft WP52 had the shortest dry braking distance at 42.6 meters, followed by Continental's WinterContact at 43.5 meters. Sava Eskimo HP2 lagged behind at 46.4 meters. The difference of nearly 4 meters between the best and worst performers can be significant in real-world scenarios, potentially affecting collision avoidance.

Wet

Hankook Winter I cept RS3 led in wet braking with a distance of 34.2 meters. Sava Eskimo HP2 was at the bottom with 42.7 meters. The 8.5-meter difference between the two could be a matter of safety, especially on slippery roads.

The Continental WinterContact TS870 had a significant lead in both straight and curved aquaplaning, with the Nokian Snowproof and Vredestein Wintrac Pro struggling in both.

Snow

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 stopped at 9.4 meters in snow braking, while Apollo Aspire XP Winter recorded 10.5 meters.

The Dunlop was back at the front for snow traction testing

Ice

The Continental WinterContact TS870 drew with the Vredestein Wintrac Pro, having the best ice braking distances.

Comfort

The Kumho WinterCraft WP52 had the quietest passby noise.

Results

1^st

Continental WinterContact TS 870

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: C/B/70
• 3PMSF: yes

Precise and safe properties on dry roads, absolutely safe properties on wet roads, absolutely safe properties on winter roads, high predicted mileage.

No particular weaknesses.

The Continental WinterContact TS 870 tyre offers strong performance across the board. On dry roads, it provides good steering feedback, precision, and safety reserves, along with above-average braking. In wet conditions, it excels in all sub-criteria, including short braking distances and good aquaplaning behavior. On winter roads, it performs slightly above average in braking and traction, with good handling and large safety reserves. Environmentally, it has a very good predicted mileage, good wear, and scores well in efficiency due to its low weight and fuel consumption. Overall, it has a clearly good environmental performance.

Dry

97.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	2nd	43.5 M	42.6 M	+0.9 M	97.93%

Wet

96.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	5th	37.7 M	34.2 M	+3.5 M	90.72%
Straight Aqua	1st	81.1 Km/H			100%
Curved Aquaplaning	1st	3.3 m/sec2			100%

Snow

98.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	2nd	9.5 M	9.4 M	+0.1 M	98.95%
Snow Traction	3rd	252 N	258.2 N	-6.2 N	97.6%

Ice

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	1st	19.5 M			100%

Comfort

98.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	4th	72 dB	70.9 dB	+1.1 dB	98.47%

Value

78.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	4th	55900 KM	64000 KM	-8100 KM	87.34%
Value	10th	2.99 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.27 Price/1000	57.53%
Price	14th	167	110	+57	65.87%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	4th	65.3 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+9.3 mg/km/t	85.76%

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2^nd

Michelin Alpin 6

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/69
• 3PMSF: yes

Precise and safe properties at the limit on dry roads, overall still safe properties on wet roads, very high predicted mileage, low weight, low fuel consumption.

Slight weaknesses in aquaplaning transverse behavior, slight weaknesses in wet handling.

The MICHELIN ALPIN 6 tyre performs well on dry roads, offering good steering feedback and safety reserves. It has an average braking distance but still secures a good rating. In wet conditions, it excels in braking but falls short in transverse aquaplaning and handling, requiring better force distribution for a higher rating. On winter roads, it performs slightly below average in braking but above average in traction, with good handling and ice braking. Environmentally, it stands out for its above-average predicted mileage, low wear, and impressive efficiency due to low tyre weight and fuel consumption. Overall, it has a strong environmental performance.

Dry

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	6th	44.5 M	42.6 M	+1.9 M	95.73%

Wet

92.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	4th	36.8 M	34.2 M	+2.6 M	92.93%
Straight Aqua	4th	77.8 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-3.3 Km/H	95.93%
Curved Aquaplaning	10th	2.9 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.4 m/sec2	87.88%

Snow

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	8th	10 M	9.4 M	+0.6 M	94%
Snow Traction	4th	251.3 N	258.2 N	-6.9 N	97.33%

Ice

99%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	3rd	19.7 M	19.5 M	+0.2 M	98.98%

Comfort

97.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	9th	72.9 dB	70.9 dB	+2 dB	97.26%

Value

83.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	3rd	61000 KM	64000 KM	-3000 KM	95.31%
Value	6th	2.79 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.07 Price/1000	61.65%
Price	15th	170	110	+60	64.71%
Fuel Consumption	12th	5.8 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.3 l/100km	94.83%
Abrasion	1st	56 mg/km/t			100%

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3^rd

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Safe driving characteristics on dry roads, still good properties on wet roads, very high predicted mileage, low abrasion, good efficiency.

Slightly longer braking distances on wet roads.

The GOODYEAR UltraGrip Performance+ tyre offers good steering feedback and safety reserves on dry roads, with an average braking distance earning it a good rating. On wet roads, it performs well in aquaplaning and handling, securing a good overall rating despite narrowly missing a good mark in braking distance. In winter conditions, it shows above-average performance in braking and traction, and excels in snow handling and ice braking. Environmentally, the tyre is rated well for its very good predicted mileage, good wear, and low fuel consumption, despite its above-average weight. Overall, it achieves a good environmental rating.

Dry

94.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	11th	44.9 M	42.6 M	+2.3 M	94.88%

Wet

89.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	13th	40.5 M	34.2 M	+6.3 M	84.44%
Straight Aqua	8th	74.1 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-7 Km/H	91.37%
Curved Aquaplaning	3rd	3.1 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.2 m/sec2	93.94%

Snow

97.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	5th	9.6 M	9.4 M	+0.2 M	97.92%
Snow Traction	6th	249.7 N	258.2 N	-8.5 N	96.71%

Ice

97%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	7th	20.1 M	19.5 M	+0.6 M	97.01%

Comfort

97%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	10th	73.1 dB	70.9 dB	+2.2 dB	96.99%

Value

78%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	6th	54400 KM	64000 KM	-9600 KM	85%
Value	12th	3.05 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.33 Price/1000	56.39%
Price	13th	166	110	+56	66.27%
Fuel Consumption	3rd	5.6 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.1 l/100km	98.21%
Abrasion	6th	66.7 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+10.7 mg/km/t	83.96%

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4^th

Dunlop Winter Sport 5

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/C/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Precise and safe properties at the limit on dry roads, very safe on winter roads, very high predicted mileage, low weight, low fuel consumption.

Slight weaknesses on wet roads.

The DUNLOP WINTER SPORT 5 tyre provides good steering feedback and safety reserves during critical driving maneuvers. Its braking performance is rated as good. On wet roads, it performs well in aquaplaning but only achieves satisfactory results in braking and handling, lacking the precision for a higher rating. In winter conditions, it excels in braking, traction, and particularly in snow handling, where it receives a very good rating. Environmentally, the tyre performs well due to its high predicted mileage, low wear, low weight, and low fuel consumption, securing it a good overall rating.

Dry

94%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	13th	45.3 M	42.6 M	+2.7 M	94.04%

Wet

90.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	12th	39.4 M	34.2 M	+5.2 M	86.8%
Straight Aqua	9th	73.8 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-7.3 Km/H	91%
Curved Aquaplaning	3rd	3.1 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.2 m/sec2	93.94%

Snow

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	1st	9.4 M			100%
Snow Traction	1st	258.2 N			100%

Ice

96.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	8th	20.2 M	19.5 M	+0.7 M	96.53%

Comfort

95.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	14th	74.3 dB	70.9 dB	+3.4 dB	95.42%

Value

85.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	2nd	61500 KM	64000 KM	-2500 KM	96.09%
Value	4th	2.39 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+0.67 Price/1000	71.97%
Price	10th	147	110	+37	74.83%
Fuel Consumption	1st	5.5 l/100km			100%
Abrasion	4th	65.3 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+9.3 mg/km/t	85.76%

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5^th

Vredestein Wintrac Pro

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Still good properties on winter roads, good predicted mileage, low abrasion, low fuel consumption.

Weaknesses in driving comfort on dry roads and in behavior at the limit, slight weaknesses on wet roads.

The VREDESTEIN WINTRAC PRO tyre exhibits satisfactory steering feedback and precision on dry roads, requiring occasional corrections during turns and corners. It tends to oversteer during dynamic maneuvers, and its braking distance is average but rated as good. In wet conditions, it excels in braking but scores only satisfactory in aquaplaning and handling. While it offers sufficient safety reserves, it lacks the precision for a higher rating. On winter roads, it receives good ratings for braking on snow and ice, as well as for snow traction and handling, although it could improve in precision. Environmentally, the tyre performs well with good predicted mileage and wear. Despite its slightly above-average weight, its low fuel consumption earns it a good efficiency rating.

Dry

95.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	9th	44.7 M	42.6 M	+2.1 M	95.3%

Wet

86.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	8th	38.5 M	34.2 M	+4.3 M	88.83%
Straight Aqua	14th	71.8 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-9.3 Km/H	88.53%
Curved Aquaplaning	12th	2.7 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.6 m/sec2	81.82%

Snow

92.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	9th	10.1 M	9.4 M	+0.7 M	93.07%
Snow Traction	12th	236 N	258.2 N	-22.2 N	91.4%

Ice

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	1st	19.5 M			100%

Comfort

98.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	6th	72.3 dB	70.9 dB	+1.4 dB	98.06%

Value

79.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	9th	48800 KM	64000 KM	-15200 KM	76.25%
Value	7th	2.81 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.09 Price/1000	61.21%
Price	8th	137	110	+27	80.29%
Fuel Consumption	12th	5.8 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.3 l/100km	94.83%
Abrasion	3rd	64.7 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+8.7 mg/km/t	86.55%

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6^th

Semperit Speed Grip 5

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Still safe properties on dry roads, still good performance on wet roads, very high predicted mileage, low abrasion.

Slight weaknesses in precision on dry roads, slight weaknesses in wet handling, slight weaknesses on wintry roads.

The SEMPERIT SPEED-GRIP 5 tyre shows minor weaknesses in steering precision on dry roads but maintains good safety reserves and an average braking distance, earning it a good rating for dry conditions. On wet roads, it also secures a good rating for braking and aquaplaning but falls short in handling due to early tendencies to understeer. Its performance on winter roads is less than ideal, missing a good rating due to shortcomings in ice braking, snow traction, and handling. The tyre tends to understeer or oversteer early, affecting precise control. Environmentally, the tyre receives a good rating; its predicted mileage is very good and wear is also rated as good. Although it narrowly misses a good rating for weight, its low fuel consumption secures it a good efficiency rating.

Dry

94.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	12th	45 M	42.6 M	+2.4 M	94.67%

Wet

93%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	10th	38.6 M	34.2 M	+4.4 M	88.6%
Straight Aqua	3rd	78.2 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-2.9 Km/H	96.42%
Curved Aquaplaning	3rd	3.1 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.2 m/sec2	93.94%

Snow

91.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	9th	10.1 M	9.4 M	+0.7 M	93.07%
Snow Traction	14th	232.5 N	258.2 N	-25.7 N	90.05%

Ice

93.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	11th	20.8 M	19.5 M	+1.3 M	93.75%

Comfort

97.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	8th	72.7 dB	70.9 dB	+1.8 dB	97.52%

Value

83.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	5th	55400 KM	64000 KM	-8600 KM	86.56%
Value	3rd	2.38 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+0.66 Price/1000	72.27%
Price	7th	132	110	+22	83.33%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	8th	69.7 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+13.7 mg/km/t	80.34%

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7^th

Hankook Winter I cept RS3

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Safe properties on wet roads, safe properties on winter roads, low weight, low fuel consumption.

Slight weaknesses in precision and behavior at the limit on dry roads.

The Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 tyre exhibits minor weaknesses on dry roads, particularly in steering precision and driving safety, with a tendency to oversteer during sudden maneuvers. However, its braking distance is rated as good. On wet roads, the tyre performs well across all metrics, including precise handling and good safety reserves. It also ranks third in winter road performance, excelling in braking and acceleration on snow and offering precise and safe handling. Its ice braking performance is average. Environmentally, the tyre scores well with good predicted mileage and wear. Its efficiency is also commendable due to its low weight and fuel consumption.

Dry

95.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	10th	44.8 M	42.6 M	+2.2 M	95.09%

Wet

97%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	1st	34.2 M			100%
Straight Aqua	2nd	78.7 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-2.4 Km/H	97.04%
Curved Aquaplaning	3rd	3.1 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.2 m/sec2	93.94%

Snow

98.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	2nd	9.5 M	9.4 M	+0.1 M	98.95%
Snow Traction	5th	251.1 N	258.2 N	-7.1 N	97.25%

Ice

95.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	9th	20.4 M	19.5 M	+0.9 M	95.59%

Comfort

98.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	3rd	71.7 dB	70.9 dB	+0.8 dB	98.88%

Value

77.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	11th	45700 KM	64000 KM	-18300 KM	71.41%
Value	9th	2.84 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.12 Price/1000	60.56%
Price	6th	130	110	+20	84.62%
Fuel Consumption	12th	5.8 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.3 l/100km	94.83%
Abrasion	11th	74.1 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+18.1 mg/km/t	75.57%

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8^th

Giti GitiWinterW2

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/71
• 3PMSF: yes

Safe properties on dry roads, good performance on wet roads.

Slight weaknesses in precision on dry roads, slight weaknesses in wet handling, slight weaknesses on wintry roads, below average mileage, slightly higher abrasion.

The Giti GitiWinter W2 tyre shows minor weaknesses in steering precision on dry roads but maintains good safety reserves and braking distance, earning it a good rating for dry conditions. On wet roads, it also secures a good rating for braking and aquaplaning but falls short in handling due to early tendencies to understeer. Its performance on winter roads is less than ideal, missing a good rating due to shortcomings in ice braking, snow traction, and handling. The tyre tends to understeer or oversteer early, affecting precise control. Environmentally, the tyre receives only a satisfactory rating; its predicted mileage and wear are below average. Despite good fuel consumption, its efficiency is compromised by its weight, also earning a satisfactory rating.

Dry

94%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	13th	45.3 M	42.6 M	+2.7 M	94.04%

Wet

92.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	11th	38.9 M	34.2 M	+4.7 M	87.92%
Straight Aqua	5th	76.8 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-4.3 Km/H	94.7%
Curved Aquaplaning	3rd	3.1 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.2 m/sec2	93.94%

Snow

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	6th	9.7 M	9.4 M	+0.3 M	96.91%
Snow Traction	8th	243.8 N	258.2 N	-14.4 N	94.42%

Ice

92.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	13th	21 M	19.5 M	+1.5 M	92.86%

Comfort

99%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	2nd	71.6 dB	70.9 dB	+0.7 dB	99.02%

Value

76%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	13th	40600 KM	64000 KM	-23400 KM	63.44%
Value	8th	2.83 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.11 Price/1000	60.78%
Price	2nd	115	110	+5	95.65%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	14th	88.1 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+32.1 mg/km/t	63.56%

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9^th

Kumho Winter Craft WP52

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: C/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Good properties on winter roads, highest predicted mileage in the test, low abrasion, low fuel consumption.

Weaknesses in driving comfort and behavior at the limit on dry roads, slight weaknesses on wet roads, very high tire weight.

The Kumho WINTERCRAFT WP52 tyre provides only satisfactory steering feedback and precision on dry roads, requiring occasional corrections due to its elastic response. It tends to oversteer during dynamic maneuvers, but its above-average braking distance earns it a good grade. On wet roads, the tyre excels in braking and longitudinal aquaplaning but falls short in lateral aquaplaning and handling. On winter roads, it performs well, particularly in snow and ice braking, and offers good controllability in handling. However, it narrowly misses a good rating in snow traction. Environmentally, the tyre has the highest predicted mileage in the test and good abrasion ratings but falls short in efficiency due to its above-average weight, despite good fuel consumption.

Dry

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	1st	42.6 M			100%

Wet

88.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	7th	38.4 M	34.2 M	+4.2 M	89.06%
Straight Aqua	9th	73.8 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-7.3 Km/H	91%
Curved Aquaplaning	11th	2.8 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.5 m/sec2	84.85%

Snow

93.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	9th	10.1 M	9.4 M	+0.7 M	93.07%
Snow Traction	9th	242.8 N	258.2 N	-15.4 N	94.04%

Ice

99%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	3rd	19.7 M	19.5 M	+0.2 M	98.98%

Comfort

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	1st	70.9 dB			100%

Value

98.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	1st	64000 KM			100%
Value	1st	1.72 Price/1000			100%
Price	1st	110			100%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	2nd	58.8 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+2.8 mg/km/t	95.24%

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10^th

Apollo Aspire XP Winter

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Overall safe properties on wet roads, high predicted mileage and low abrasion, low fuel consumption.

Slight weaknesses in precision and behavior at the limit on dry roads, slight weaknesses in wet handling, higher tire weight.

The Apollo ASPIRE XP WINTER tyre shows minor weaknesses on dry roads, particularly in steering precision and driving safety, with a tendency to oversteer during sudden maneuvers. However, its braking distance is rated as good. On wet roads, the tyre performs well in braking and aquaplaning, but lacks precision in handling. Its performance on winter roads is satisfactory, doing well in snow braking but falling short in snow traction, ice braking, and snow handling. Handling is imprecise, with early tendencies to understeer or oversteer, although some reserves are available. Environmentally, the tyre narrowly misses a good rating; it has good predicted mileage and abrasion, but its efficiency is only satisfactory due to its above-average weight, despite good fuel consumption.

Dry

96.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	5th	44.1 M	42.6 M	+1.5 M	96.6%

Wet

91.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	8th	38.5 M	34.2 M	+4.3 M	88.83%
Straight Aqua	7th	76.6 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-4.5 Km/H	94.45%
Curved Aquaplaning	8th	3 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.3 m/sec2	90.91%

Snow

89.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	15th	10.5 M	9.4 M	+1.1 M	89.52%
Snow Traction	13th	232.8 N	258.2 N	-25.4 N	90.16%

Ice

94.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	10th	20.6 M	19.5 M	+1.1 M	94.66%

Comfort

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	13th	74.1 dB	70.9 dB	+3.2 dB	95.68%

Value

83.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	9th	48800 KM	64000 KM	-15200 KM	76.25%
Value	5th	2.4 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+0.68 Price/1000	71.67%
Price	4th	117	110	+7	94.02%
Fuel Consumption	12th	5.8 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.3 l/100km	94.83%
Abrasion	9th	71 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+15 mg/km/t	78.87%

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Nokian WR Snowproof

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: C/B/69
• 3PMSF: yes

Good predicted mileage, low abrasion, low fuel consumption.

Weaknesses in driving comfort and behavior at the limit on dry roads, weaknesses on wet roads, weaknesses on winter roads.

The Nokian Tyres WR Snowproof offers only satisfactory steering feedback and precision on dry roads, requiring occasional corrections due to its elastic response. It tends to oversteer during dynamic evasive maneuvers or lane changes, and its limit behavior is also rated as just satisfactory. However, its braking distance is slightly above average, earning it a good rating. On wet roads, the tyre's performance is unconvincing, resulting in an overall satisfactory rating. Whether in braking tests or aquaplaning behavior, its performance is below average. The tyre tends to understeer or oversteer early in corners, showing imprecision and limited reserves. Overall, its handling receives an insufficient rating. On winter roads, it also earns a satisfactory rating, although it secures a good note for snow braking. Its snow traction, ice braking, and snow handling are all rated as satisfactory. The vehicle's handling is not very precise, and it tends to understeer or oversteer early, offering limited reserves. Regarding environmental impact, the tyre receives a good rating for its predicted mileage and wear. Its efficiency is also rated as good, mainly due to low fuel consumption, although its weight receives a satisfactory rating.

Dry

97.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	4th	43.8 M	42.6 M	+1.2 M	97.26%

Wet

84.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	14th	41 M	34.2 M	+6.8 M	83.41%
Straight Aqua	15th	71.1 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-10 Km/H	87.67%
Curved Aquaplaning	12th	2.7 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.6 m/sec2	81.82%

Snow

90.1%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	13th	10.3 M	9.4 M	+0.9 M	91.26%
Snow Traction	15th	229.6 N	258.2 N	-28.6 N	88.92%

Ice

93.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	11th	20.8 M	19.5 M	+1.3 M	93.75%

Comfort

98.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	5th	72.1 dB	70.9 dB	+1.2 dB	98.34%

Value

76%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	12th	44700 KM	64000 KM	-19300 KM	69.84%
Value	13th	3.22 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.5 Price/1000	53.42%
Price	9th	144	110	+34	76.39%
Fuel Consumption	3rd	5.6 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.1 l/100km	98.21%
Abrasion	7th	68.1 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+12.1 mg/km/t	82.23%

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12^th

Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: C/B/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Good properties on wet roads, good properties on winter roads, high predicted mileage, low abrasion, low weight, low fuel consumption.

Significant weaknesses in driving comfort and weaknesses in behavior at the limit on dry roads.

The PIRELLI CINTURATO WINTER 2 tyre exhibits clear weaknesses on dry roads, particularly in steering response and driving safety, with tendencies to oversteer and delayed stabilization. However, its braking distance is good. On wet roads, the tyre performs well in braking and aquaplaning but lacks precision in handling. Its performance on winter roads is good, particularly in braking on snow and ice, and it offers good controllability in handling. It narrowly misses a good rating in snow traction. Environmentally, the tyre scores well in predicted mileage, wear, and efficiency, with both its weight and fuel consumption at good levels.

Dry

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	6th	44.5 M	42.6 M	+1.9 M	95.73%

Wet

89.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	2nd	35.9 M	34.2 M	+1.7 M	95.26%
Straight Aqua	11th	73.6 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-7.5 Km/H	90.75%
Curved Aquaplaning	12th	2.7 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.6 m/sec2	81.82%

Snow

94.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	12th	10.2 M	9.4 M	+0.8 M	92.16%
Snow Traction	6th	249.7 N	258.2 N	-8.5 N	96.71%

Ice

98.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	5th	19.8 M	19.5 M	+0.3 M	98.48%

Comfort

97.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	7th	72.4 dB	70.9 dB	+1.5 dB	97.93%

Value

76.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	7th	52800 KM	64000 KM	-11200 KM	82.5%
Value	10th	2.99 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.27 Price/1000	57.53%
Price	12th	158	110	+48	69.62%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	10th	73.9 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+17.9 mg/km/t	75.78%

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Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: D/B/71
• 3PMSF: yes

Safe properties on wet roads, low fuel consumption.

Weaknesses in precision and slight weaknesses in behavior at the limit on dry roads, weaknesses on winter roads, second lowest predicted mileage in the test, slightly increased abrasion, higher tire weight.

The YOKOHAMA BluEarth*WINTER V906 tyre has notable weaknesses on dry roads, including imprecise steering feedback and a tendency to oversteer during sudden maneuvers. Its braking distance, however, is rated as good. On wet roads, the tyre performs well in braking and handling but falls short in aquaplaning with a below-average rating. Its performance on winter roads is satisfactory; it does well in snow braking but struggles with traction, ice braking, and snow handling. Handling is imprecise, and the tyre tends to understeer or oversteer early, offering limited reserves. Environmentally, the tyre receives a good grade, but its predicted mileage and wear are only satisfactory.

Dry

95.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	6th	44.5 M	42.6 M	+1.9 M	95.73%

Wet

87%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	6th	38 M	34.2 M	+3.8 M	90%
Straight Aqua	13th	72.4 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-8.7 Km/H	89.27%
Curved Aquaplaning	12th	2.7 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.6 m/sec2	81.82%

Snow

91.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	13th	10.3 M	9.4 M	+0.9 M	91.26%
Snow Traction	11th	236.4 N	258.2 N	-21.8 N	91.56%

Ice

91.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	14th	21.3 M	19.5 M	+1.8 M	91.55%

Comfort

96.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	11th	73.3 dB	70.9 dB	+2.4 dB	96.73%

Value

72.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	14th	38600 KM	64000 KM	-25400 KM	60.31%
Value	14th	3.24 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+1.52 Price/1000	53.09%
Price	5th	125	110	+15	88%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	13th	83.9 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+27.9 mg/km/t	66.75%

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Sava Eskimo HP2

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: C/C/72
• 3PMSF: yes

Safe properties on winter roads, high predicted mileage, low abrasion, very low weight, lowest fuel consumption in the test.

Weak in terms of precision on dry roads, weaknesses in driving behavior at the limit on dry roads, weaknesses on wet roads.

The Sava eskimo hp2 tyre exhibits only satisfactory performance on dry and wet roads, requiring frequent steering corrections and showing tendencies to oversteer during dynamic maneuvers. Its braking distance is below average. On wet roads, it performs well only in aquaplaning but is otherwise just satisfactory. Handling is also merely adequate, with early understeer and imprecise cornering. However, the tyre excels on winter roads, achieving above-average results in braking, acceleration, and snow handling. Environmentally, the eskimo hp2 performs well, with good predicted mileage and wear, and it ranks highest in efficiency due to low weight and fuel consumption.

Dry

91.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	15th	46.4 M	42.6 M	+3.8 M	91.81%

Wet

86.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	15th	42.7 M	34.2 M	+8.5 M	80.09%
Straight Aqua	12th	72.5 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-8.6 Km/H	89.4%
Curved Aquaplaning	8th	3 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.3 m/sec2	90.91%

Snow

99.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	2nd	9.5 M	9.4 M	+0.1 M	98.95%
Snow Traction	2nd	257.3 N	258.2 N	-0.9 N	99.65%

Ice

98%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	6th	19.9 M	19.5 M	+0.4 M	97.99%

Comfort

93.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	15th	75.6 dB	70.9 dB	+4.7 dB	93.78%

Value

84.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	8th	50800 KM	64000 KM	-13200 KM	79.38%
Value	2nd	2.28 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+0.56 Price/1000	75.44%
Price	3rd	116	110	+6	94.83%
Fuel Consumption	1st	5.5 l/100km			100%
Abrasion	12th	75.4 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+19.4 mg/km/t	74.27%

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15^th

Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

225/45 R17 91H

• EU Label: C/A/71
• 3PMSF: yes

Safe properties on dry roads, best result on wet roads in the test, low fuel consumption.

Weak on wintry roads, low predicted mileage, increased abrasions, above average weight.

Dry

97.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	3rd	43.7 M	42.6 M	+1.1 M	97.48%

Wet

95%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	3rd	36.6 M	34.2 M	+2.4 M	93.44%
Straight Aqua	5th	76.8 Km/H	81.1 Km/H	-4.3 Km/H	94.7%
Curved Aquaplaning	2nd	3.2 m/sec2	3.3 m/sec2	-0.1 m/sec2	96.97%

Snow

93.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	7th	9.9 M	9.4 M	+0.5 M	94.95%
Snow Traction	10th	237.1 N	258.2 N	-21.1 N	91.83%

Ice

88.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Ice Braking	15th	22.1 M	19.5 M	+2.6 M	88.24%

Comfort

96.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	12th	73.7 dB	70.9 dB	+2.8 dB	96.2%

Value

63.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wear	15th	36100 KM	64000 KM	-27900 KM	56.41%
Value	15th	4.35 Price/1000	1.72 Price/1000	+2.63 Price/1000	39.54%
Price	11th	157	110	+47	70.06%
Fuel Consumption	5th	5.7 l/100km	5.5 l/100km	+0.2 l/100km	96.49%
Abrasion	15th	98.5 mg/km/t	56 mg/km/t	+42.5 mg/km/t	56.85%

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