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. 

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

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.

Dry97.9%

Wet94.4%

Snow98.3%

Ice100%

Comfort98.5%

Value84.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	2nd / 15	43.5 m	+0.90 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	5th / 15	37.7 m	+3.50 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	1st / 15	81.1 km/h	Best in this discipline
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	1st / 15	3.3 m/sec2	Best in this discipline
Snow BrakingLower is better	2nd / 15	9.5 m	+0.10 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	3rd / 15	252 N	-6.20 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	1st / 15	19.5 m	Best in this discipline
NoiseLower is better	4th / 15	72 dB	+1.10 dB
WearHigher is better	4th / 15	55900 KM	-8,100.00 KM
ValueLower is better	10th / 15	2.99 Price/1000	+1.27 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	4th / 15	65.3 mg/km/t	+9.30 mg/km/t

EU Label

C/B/70

3PMSF

Yes

Price

167.00

2^nd

Michelin Alpin 6

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry95.7%

Wet92.5%

Snow95.7%

Ice99%

Comfort97.3%

Value89.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	6th / 15	44.5 m	+1.90 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	4th / 15	36.8 m	+2.60 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	4th / 15	77.8 km/h	-3.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	10th / 15	2.9 m/sec2	-0.40 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	8th / 15	10 m	+0.60 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	4th / 15	251.3 N	-6.90 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	3rd / 15	19.7 m	+0.20 m
NoiseLower is better	9th / 15	72.9 dB	+2.00 dB
WearHigher is better	3rd / 15	61000 KM	-3,000.00 KM
ValueLower is better	6th / 15	2.79 Price/1000	+1.07 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	12th / 15	5.8 l/100km	+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	1st / 15	56 mg/km/t	Best in this discipline

EU Label

D/B/69

3PMSF

Yes

Price

170.00

3^rd

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry94.9%

Wet87.7%

Snow97.3%

Ice97%

Comfort97%

Value84.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	11th / 15	44.9 m	+2.30 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	13th / 15	40.5 m	+6.30 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	8th / 15	74.1 km/h	-7.00 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	3rd / 15	3.1 m/sec2	-0.20 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	5th / 15	9.6 m	+0.20 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	6th / 15	249.7 N	-8.50 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	7th / 15	20.1 m	+0.60 m
NoiseLower is better	10th / 15	73.1 dB	+2.20 dB
WearHigher is better	6th / 15	54400 KM	-9,600.00 KM
ValueLower is better	12th / 15	3.05 Price/1000	+1.33 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	3rd / 15	5.6 l/100km	+0.10 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	6th / 15	66.7 mg/km/t	+10.70 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

166.00

4^th

Dunlop Winter Sport 5

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry94%

Wet89.1%

Snow100%

Ice96.5%

Comfort95.4%

Value90.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	13th / 15	45.3 m	+2.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	12th / 15	39.4 m	+5.20 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	9th / 15	73.8 km/h	-7.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	3rd / 15	3.1 m/sec2	-0.20 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	1st / 15	9.4 m	Best in this discipline
Snow TractionHigher is better	1st / 15	258.2 N	Best in this discipline
Ice BrakingLower is better	8th / 15	20.2 m	+0.70 m
NoiseLower is better	14th / 15	74.3 dB	+3.40 dB
WearHigher is better	2nd / 15	61500 KM	-2,500.00 KM
ValueLower is better	4th / 15	2.39 Price/1000	+0.67 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	1st / 15	5.5 l/100km	Best in this discipline
AbrasionLower is better	4th / 15	65.3 mg/km/t	+9.30 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/C/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

147.00

5^th

Vredestein Wintrac Pro

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry95.3%

Wet87.4%

Snow92.2%

Ice100%

Comfort98.1%

Value82.7%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	9th / 15	44.7 m	+2.10 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	8th / 15	38.5 m	+4.30 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	14th / 15	71.8 km/h	-9.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	12th / 15	2.7 m/sec2	-0.60 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	9th / 15	10.1 m	+0.70 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	12th / 15	236 N	-22.20 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	1st / 15	19.5 m	Best in this discipline
NoiseLower is better	6th / 15	72.3 dB	+1.40 dB
WearHigher is better	9th / 15	48800 KM	-15,200.00 KM
ValueLower is better	7th / 15	2.81 Price/1000	+1.09 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	12th / 15	5.8 l/100km	+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	3rd / 15	64.7 mg/km/t	+8.70 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

137.00

6^th

Semperit Speed Grip 5

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry94.7%

Wet91.2%

Snow91.6%

Ice93.8%

Comfort97.5%

Value86.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	12th / 15	45 m	+2.40 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	10th / 15	38.6 m	+4.40 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	3rd / 15	78.2 km/h	-2.90 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	3rd / 15	3.1 m/sec2	-0.20 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	9th / 15	10.1 m	+0.70 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	14th / 15	232.5 N	-25.70 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	11th / 15	20.8 m	+1.30 m
NoiseLower is better	8th / 15	72.7 dB	+1.80 dB
WearHigher is better	5th / 15	55400 KM	-8,600.00 KM
ValueLower is better	3rd / 15	2.38 Price/1000	+0.66 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	8th / 15	69.7 mg/km/t	+13.70 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

132.00

7^th

Hankook Winter I cept RS3

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry95.1%

Wet98.2%

Snow98.1%

Ice95.6%

Comfort98.9%

Value79.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	10th / 15	44.8 m	+2.20 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	1st / 15	34.2 m	Best in this discipline
Straight AquaHigher is better	2nd / 15	78.7 km/h	-2.40 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	3rd / 15	3.1 m/sec2	-0.20 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	2nd / 15	9.5 m	+0.10 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	5th / 15	251.1 N	-7.10 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	9th / 15	20.4 m	+0.90 m
NoiseLower is better	3rd / 15	71.7 dB	+0.80 dB
WearHigher is better	11th / 15	45700 KM	-18,300.00 KM
ValueLower is better	9th / 15	2.84 Price/1000	+1.12 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	12th / 15	5.8 l/100km	+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	11th / 15	74.1 mg/km/t	+18.10 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

130.00

8^th

Giti GitiWinterW2

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry94%

Wet90.5%

Snow95.7%

Ice92.9%

Comfort99%

Value76.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	13th / 15	45.3 m	+2.70 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	11th / 15	38.9 m	+4.70 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	5th / 15	76.8 km/h	-4.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	3rd / 15	3.1 m/sec2	-0.20 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	6th / 15	9.7 m	+0.30 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	8th / 15	243.8 N	-14.40 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	13th / 15	21 m	+1.50 m
NoiseLower is better	2nd / 15	71.6 dB	+0.70 dB
WearHigher is better	13th / 15	40600 KM	-23,400.00 KM
ValueLower is better	8th / 15	2.83 Price/1000	+1.11 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	14th / 15	88.1 mg/km/t	+32.10 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/71

3PMSF

Yes

Price

115.00

9^th

Kumho Winter Craft WP52

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry100%

Wet88.6%

Snow93.6%

Ice99%

Comfort100%

Value97.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	1st / 15	42.6 m	Best in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better	7th / 15	38.4 m	+4.20 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	9th / 15	73.8 km/h	-7.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	11th / 15	2.8 m/sec2	-0.50 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	9th / 15	10.1 m	+0.70 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	9th / 15	242.8 N	-15.40 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	3rd / 15	19.7 m	+0.20 m
NoiseLower is better	1st / 15	70.9 dB	Best in this discipline
WearHigher is better	1st / 15	64000 KM	Best in this discipline
ValueLower is better	1st / 15	1.72 Price/1000	Best in this discipline
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	2nd / 15	58.8 mg/km/t	+2.80 mg/km/t

EU Label

C/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

110.00

10^th

Apollo Aspire XP Winter

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry96.6%

Wet90.4%

Snow89.8%

Ice94.7%

Comfort95.7%

Value83.3%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	5th / 15	44.1 m	+1.50 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	8th / 15	38.5 m	+4.30 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	7th / 15	76.6 km/h	-4.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	8th / 15	3 m/sec2	-0.30 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	15th / 15	10.5 m	+1.10 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	13th / 15	232.8 N	-25.40 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	10th / 15	20.6 m	+1.10 m
NoiseLower is better	13th / 15	74.1 dB	+3.20 dB
WearHigher is better	9th / 15	48800 KM	-15,200.00 KM
ValueLower is better	5th / 15	2.4 Price/1000	+0.68 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	12th / 15	5.8 l/100km	+0.30 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	9th / 15	71 mg/km/t	+15.00 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

117.00

11^th

Nokian WR Snowproof

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry97.3%

Wet83.9%

Snow90.1%

Ice93.8%

Comfort98.3%

Value80.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	4th / 15	43.8 m	+1.20 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	14th / 15	41 m	+6.80 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	15th / 15	71.1 km/h	-10.00 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	12th / 15	2.7 m/sec2	-0.60 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	13th / 15	10.3 m	+0.90 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	15th / 15	229.6 N	-28.60 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	11th / 15	20.8 m	+1.30 m
NoiseLower is better	5th / 15	72.1 dB	+1.20 dB
WearHigher is better	12th / 15	44700 KM	-19,300.00 KM
ValueLower is better	13th / 15	3.22 Price/1000	+1.50 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	3rd / 15	5.6 l/100km	+0.10 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	7th / 15	68.1 mg/km/t	+12.10 mg/km/t

EU Label

C/B/69

3PMSF

Yes

Price

144.00

12^th

Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry95.7%

Wet91.7%

Snow94.4%

Ice98.5%

Comfort97.9%

Value81.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	6th / 15	44.5 m	+1.90 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	2nd / 15	35.9 m	+1.70 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	11th / 15	73.6 km/h	-7.50 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	12th / 15	2.7 m/sec2	-0.60 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	12th / 15	10.2 m	+0.80 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	6th / 15	249.7 N	-8.50 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	5th / 15	19.8 m	+0.30 m
NoiseLower is better	7th / 15	72.4 dB	+1.50 dB
WearHigher is better	7th / 15	52800 KM	-11,200.00 KM
ValueLower is better	10th / 15	2.99 Price/1000	+1.27 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	10th / 15	73.9 mg/km/t	+17.90 mg/km/t

EU Label

C/B/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

158.00

13^th

Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry95.7%

Wet88.2%

Snow91.4%

Ice91.6%

Comfort96.7%

Value74.6%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	6th / 15	44.5 m	+1.90 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	6th / 15	38 m	+3.80 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	13th / 15	72.4 km/h	-8.70 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	12th / 15	2.7 m/sec2	-0.60 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	13th / 15	10.3 m	+0.90 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	11th / 15	236.4 N	-21.80 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	14th / 15	21.3 m	+1.80 m
NoiseLower is better	11th / 15	73.3 dB	+2.40 dB
WearHigher is better	14th / 15	38600 KM	-25,400.00 KM
ValueLower is better	14th / 15	3.24 Price/1000	+1.52 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	13th / 15	83.9 mg/km/t	+27.90 mg/km/t

EU Label

D/B/71

3PMSF

Yes

Price

125.00

14^th

Sava Eskimo HP2

225/45 R17 91H

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.

Dry91.8%

Wet84.1%

Snow99.3%

Ice98%

Comfort93.8%

Value85.8%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	15th / 15	46.4 m	+3.80 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	15th / 15	42.7 m	+8.50 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	12th / 15	72.5 km/h	-8.60 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	8th / 15	3 m/sec2	-0.30 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	2nd / 15	9.5 m	+0.10 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	2nd / 15	257.3 N	-0.90 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	6th / 15	19.9 m	+0.40 m
NoiseLower is better	15th / 15	75.6 dB	+4.70 dB
WearHigher is better	8th / 15	50800 KM	-13,200.00 KM
ValueLower is better	2nd / 15	2.28 Price/1000	+0.56 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	1st / 15	5.5 l/100km	Best in this discipline
AbrasionLower is better	12th / 15	75.4 mg/km/t	+19.40 mg/km/t

EU Label

C/C/72

3PMSF

Yes

Price

116.00

15^th

Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

225/45 R17 91H

Dry97.5%

Wet94.4%

Snow93.4%

Ice88.2%

Comfort96.2%

Value69.2%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tyres in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

Test	Position in discipline	Result	Gap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better	3rd / 15	43.7 m	+1.10 m
Wet BrakingLower is better	3rd / 15	36.6 m	+2.40 m
Straight AquaHigher is better	5th / 15	76.8 km/h	-4.30 km/h
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better	2nd / 15	3.2 m/sec2	-0.10 m/sec2
Snow BrakingLower is better	7th / 15	9.9 m	+0.50 m
Snow TractionHigher is better	10th / 15	237.1 N	-21.10 N
Ice BrakingLower is better	15th / 15	22.1 m	+2.60 m
NoiseLower is better	12th / 15	73.7 dB	+2.80 dB
WearHigher is better	15th / 15	36100 KM	-27,900.00 KM
ValueLower is better	15th / 15	4.35 Price/1000	+2.63 Price/1000
Fuel ConsumptionLower is better	5th / 15	5.7 l/100km	+0.20 l/100km
AbrasionLower is better	15th / 15	98.5 mg/km/t	+42.50 mg/km/t

EU Label

C/A/71

3PMSF

Yes

Price

157.00