Giti GitiWinterW2 vs Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
- TR Score
- 7.8/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 1
- TR Score
- 6.6/10
- Owners say
- 71% · 8
In the 9 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Giti GitiWinterW2 finished ahead 9 times and the Premitra Snow WP6 not once. The GitiWinterW2 stopped 4.6% shorter in the wet; the Premitra Snow WP6 lasted 17.3% longer in the wear tests.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Giti GitiWinterW2 for best wet-road safety, short stopping distances, and balanced winter confidence. Choose Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 if you prioritise long tread life, lower abrasion, and slightly better efficiency, and can accept longer wet braking and less precise handling.
Where the GitiWinterW2 is stronger
- Class-leading wet braking across tests (e.g., 37.7 m vs 41.0 m; +8% advantage)
- Strong wet dynamics and aquaplaning resistance; frequent wins in wet circle/handling
- Competitive ice braking (notable win in ADAC 2024: 17.2 m vs 18.5 m)
Where the Premitra Snow WP6 is stronger
- Excellent tread life and low abrasion (e.g., +43% mileage, lower mg/km/t)
- Slightly lower fuel consumption/rolling resistance in several tests
- Solid snow braking and traction in multiple results
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
GitiWinterW2 vs Premitra Snow WP6 at a glance
| Category | GitiWinterW2 | Gap | Premitra Snow WP6 |
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| Shared tests won9 shared tests | 9 | 0 | |
| Dry6 measurements | 3 | The GitiWinterW2 stopped 2% shorter in the dry (4 tests) | 2 |
| Wet23 measurements | 17 | The GitiWinterW2 stopped 4.6% shorter in the wet (9 tests) | 5 |
| Snow13 measurements | 3 | The Premitra Snow WP6 stopped 1.6% shorter on snow (6 tests) | 9 |
| Ice2 measurements | 1 | Level between the two. | 1 |
| Comfort4 measurements | 3 | 1 | |
| Value8 measurements | 1 | The Premitra Snow WP6 lasted 17.3% longer in the wear tests (3 tests) | 7 |
| Tyre Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 7.8/10 | The GitiWinterW2 by 1.2 | 6.6/10 |
| Owner rating1 and 8 reviews | 86% | The GitiWinterW2 by 15 points | 71% |
| Pricein the 3 tests that listed prices | +26.2% | The GitiWinterW2 was dearer in 3 of 3 | Cheaper |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 57 | 29 sizes made in both | 63 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tyres; a tick marks the tyre ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 9 tests, 2021 to 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tyres ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | GitiWinterW2 | Field | Premitra Snow WP6 |
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| 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test | P12 of 20 | P15 of 20 | |
| 2026 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 50 Sets | P18 of 50 | P20 of 50 | |
| 2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets! | P24 of 51 | P44 of 51 | |
| 2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test | P16 of 31 | P19 of 31 | |
| 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tyre Test | P8 of 12 | P11 of 12 | |
| 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test | P9 of 16 | P13 of 16 | |
| 2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test | P12 of 55 | P41 of 55 | |
| 2023 Winter Tyre Test 54 Set Braking Test | P28 of 54 | P34 of 54 | |
| 2021 Winter Tyre Market Overview | P28 of 50 | P29 of 50 |
Performance profile
16 measurements from the 9 shared tests, each tyre shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
GitiWinterW2
Premitra Snow WP6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 36 m stop against 34.2 m is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 95%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 4 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
GitiWinterW2
Premitra Snow WP6
Point at or tap any spoke for both tyres' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tyres posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 39.69 | 4.6% | 41.64 | 8-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 40.4 | 3.4% | 41.85 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 80.85 | 1.3% | 79.8 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3.1 | 14.8% | 2.7 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 14.44 | 0.7% | 14.55 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 81.98 | 1% | 81.3 | 1-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2.87 | 4% | 2.98 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 21.77 | 1.6% | 21.45 | 1-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 2,050 | 1.3% | 2,070 | 1-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 58.35 | 0.4% | 58.1 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 3.37 | 1.5% | 3.42 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 17.5 | 2.7% | 18 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 46,500 | 17.3% | 53,767 | 1-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tyres shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the GitiWinterW2 scores 7.8 and the Premitra Snow WP6 6.6 out of 10.
| GitiWinterW2 | Category | Premitra Snow WP6 | ||
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| 53 | Dry | 44 | ||
| 78 | Wet | 63 | ||
| 47 | Comfort | 46 | ||
| 22 | Value | 50 | ||
| 41 | Snow | 36 | ||
| 25 | Ice | 12 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tyres of the same season and class: 90 means this tyre out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| GitiWinterW2 | Category | Premitra Snow WP6 | ||
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| 7 | Dry Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 9 | Wet Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 9 | Road Feedback | 7.7 | ||
| 8 | Handling | 7.7 | ||
| 6 | Wear | 7.9 | ||
| 10 | Comfort | 6.8 | ||
| 10 | Snow Grip | 8.4 | ||
| 8 | Ice Grip | 7.8 | ||
Owners rate the GitiWinterW2 86% from 1 reviews and the Premitra Snow WP6 71% from 8. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
- 71%from 8 reviews
- 63%would buy again
- 30,000 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers generally report the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 as a strong-performing winter tyre, with frequent praise for confident grip in snow/ice and capable wet-road handling, especially considering the price. Most high-scoring reviews are very satisfied and would buy it again. A smaller minority report notable road noise/humming, sometimes described as a growl or drone, which can undermine overall comfort.
- strong snow traction
- good ice grip
- confident wet handling/grip
- good value for money
- increased road noise/humming
Summarised by AI from 8 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tyre page.
All 8 Premitra Snow WP6 reviewsThe Maxxis WP6 is good enough for normal Dutch winter driving. Straight-line aquaplaning resistance is good and overall grip levels are acceptable.
However, on dry and wet roads the tyres lack feedback when cornering. Steering feel is vague and the car feels slightly floaty, especially in faster bends and motorway exits.
Snow traction is good and steering on snow is acceptable. On icy roads the rear of the car felt unstable, with a subtle side-to-side movement.
Previously driven on Firestone Winterhawk 2, Michelin Alpin A4 and Dunlop Winter Sport 5. Of those, the Dunlop offered the best overall balance and driver confidence.
Overall I’m satisfied, but I would not buy them again. Next time I would try the Kumho WP52 or return to a premium brand.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tyre: 57 sizes of the GitiWinterW2 and 63 of the Premitra Snow WP6, 29 of them made in both.
| Category | GitiWinterW2 | Premitra Snow WP6 |
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| Season | Winter | Winter |
| Sizes made | 57 sizes, 13 to 21 inch | 63 sizes, 14 to 20 inch |
| Made in both | 29 sizes 175/65 R14185/55 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/55 R15195/65 R15195/45 R16195/55 R16205/55 R16205/60 R16215/55 R16215/60 R16and 17 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B96%A4% | B70%C28%A1% |
| EU label rolling resistance | D60%C29%E9%B2% | D79%C21% |
| EU label noise | 68-74 dB A68%B32% | 69-72 dB B73%A27% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 127 of 127 | 71 of 71 |
| On the market since | 2021 | 2020 |
| Replaced | Giti GitiWinterW1 (2017) | - |
| Price in the shared tests | The GitiWinterW2 was the dearer tyre in 3 of the 3 tests that listed prices, by 26.2% on average. Each test priced the tyres in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head pits two value-focused winter touring options: Giti's GitiWinterW2 and Maxxis's Premitra Snow WP6. Across seven shared tests from 2021-2025, the Giti consistently places higher overall and dominates wet braking, while the Maxxis leans on better longevity and efficiency.
Drivers will see clear trade-offs: the Giti delivers shorter stops and stronger confidence in the wet and on ice, whereas the Maxxis offers longer tread life, lower abrasion, and marginally better fuel use. On snow, their performances are close with a slight tilt toward Maxxis for longitudinal grip, but Giti often steers and stops better in mixed winter conditions.
Conclusion
The data shows a consistent pattern: GitiWinterW2 is the safer all-rounder in changeable winter weather, repeatedly outperforming the WP6 in wet braking (wins in 6/6 measured comparisons) and often edging handling and noise, with notable strengths in wet grip and ice braking. It also posted higher overall placements in most tests.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6, however, is the endurance and efficiency pick: markedly better predicted mileage (e.g., +43% in ADAC 2025), lower abrasion, and slightly lower fuel consumption. On snow, Maxxis often takes braking/traction by small margins, though its steering precision and wet stopping distances lag. If you prioritise stopping performance and confidence on rain-soaked winter roads, choose Giti. If you drive high annual mileage and value cost-per-kilometre with acceptable winter grip, the Maxxis is the better fit.
GitiWinterW2 vs Premitra Snow WP6: your questions
Is the Giti GitiWinterW2 or the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 the better tyre?
In the 9 independent tests that ran both tyres, the Giti GitiWinterW2 finished ahead 9 times and the Premitra Snow WP6 not once. On the Tyre Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the GitiWinterW2 scores 7.8 and the Premitra Snow WP6 6.6 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the GitiWinterW2 or the Premitra Snow WP6?
The GitiWinterW2 led 17 of the 23 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 4.6% shorter in the wet across 9 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The GitiWinterW2 led 3 of the 6 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 2% shorter in the dry across 4 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Premitra Snow WP6 led 9 of the 13 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.6% shorter on snow across 6 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Premitra Snow WP6 lasted 17.3% longer in the wear tests (3 tests), had 2.9% lower rolling resistance (2 tests) and shed 26.7% less rubber in the abrasion test (2 tests). Owners rate wear 6/10 for the GitiWinterW2 and 7.9/10 for the Premitra Snow WP6.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 10/10 for the GitiWinterW2 and 6.8/10 for the Premitra Snow WP6.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the GitiWinterW2 86% from 1 reviews and the Premitra Snow WP6 71% from 8.
Which is more expensive?
In the 3 tests that listed prices, the GitiWinterW2 was the dearer tyre in 3 of them, by 26.2% on average. Prices are the test's own at the time, in its own market.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The GitiWinterW2 is made in 57 sizes (13 to 21 inch) and the Premitra Snow WP6 in 63 (14 to 20 inch). 29 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the GitiWinterW2 is graded B for wet grip and D for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Premitra Snow WP6 B and D.
Which is the newer tyre?
The GitiWinterW2 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2021, the Premitra Snow WP6 in 2020. The GitiWinterW2 replaced the Giti GitiWinterW1.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tyres ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
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Who does the testing
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