Apollo Aspire XP Winter - Test Results

Test Statistics

8

Tests Completed

15^th

Average Position

4^th

Best Result

30^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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The Apollo Aspire XP Winter shows a mixed winter performance with pockets of strength. It repeatedly delivers solid dry performance and competitive wear/value in earlier tests, and occasionally posts respectable wet results. However, its snow capability is a consistent weak point and recent test seasons (2023-2025) show a decline in relative ranking in wet and snow braking compared to 2019-2020, dragging down overall competitiveness.
Overall, it suits drivers prioritizing dry stability and acceptable wet safety in milder winters, but it underperforms on snow and is rarely class-leading in aquaplaning or noise. Awards or podiums are absent in recent years, with average overall positions in the lower mid-pack.

Performance Strengths

Dry Performance Strong Details
• 2nd place dry handling in 2020 Auto Bild (245/45 R18), +0.3% from best
• 5th place dry braking in 2023 ADAC (225/45 R17), +3.5% from best
Wear and Value Moderate Details
• 3rd place wear in 2019 Auto Bild (45100 KM), +12% from best
• Top-5 value/price in 2023 ADAC (Value 2.4, Price 117), positions 5/15 and 4/15
General Wet Capability (earlier tests) Moderate Details
• 6th wet braking in 2019 Auto Bild (31.2 m), +6.8% from best
• 7th-8th wet handling/straight aqua in 2020 Auto Bild (+2.2% handling; +5.5% aquaplaning)

Performance Weaknesses

Snow Performance Strong Details
• Last place snow braking in 2023 Auto Bild braking final (31/31), +13.8% from best
• Bottom-third snow braking/traction in 2025 ADAC (19/31 and 24/31), +6.5% to +9.4% from best
Recent Wet Performance (2023-2025) Moderate Details
• 25/52 wet braking in 2025 Autobild, +21.9% from best
• 12/31 wet braking in 2025 ADAC, +7.9% from best; wet circle 12/30, +19.4% from best
Noise/Comfort Moderate Details
• 26/31 noise in 2025 ADAC (74 dB), +5.3% from best
• 13/15 noise in 2023 ADAC (74.1 dB), +4.5% from best

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets!

2025
Winner: Dunlop Winter Response 2

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2025 ADAC Winter Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

The Apollo Aspire XP Winter receives only adequate ratings on dry roads and satisfactory on wet and winter surfaces, resulting in adequate overall driving safety and satisfactory environmental perf...

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2023 Winter Tyre Test 54 Set Braking Test

2023
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

Weak:
Snow Braking

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2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test

2023
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

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 braki...

Weak:
Snow Braking

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