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Barum Polaris 6 - Test Results

Test Statistics

3

Tests Completed

7th

Average Position

2nd

Best Result

10th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Barum Polaris 6 delivers balanced winter performance with standout efficiency and strong snow capability. It scored a podium (2/7) in Autozurnal and top-ten in AutoBild's 52-set braking test, while placing mid-pack (8/22) in the full AutoBild test. Patterns show excellent rolling resistance and very competitive noise and value, plus notably strong snow performance in the SUV-size test. Wet performance is generally mid-field, and dry braking is a recurring weakness in the larger group test.
Overall, Polaris 6 suits cost- and efficiency-focused drivers needing dependable snow traction. Its limitations are mainly dry braking and aquaplaning margins in the large comparative field, though handling pace remains respectable.

Performance Strengths
  • Efficiency (Rolling Resistance & Economy) Strong
    • 1st place rolling resistance 7.77 kg/t in 2025 Autobild full test (22 tyres)
    • 1st place rolling resistance 6.99 kg/t in 2025 Autozurnal (7 tyres); article notes highest fuel efficiency
  • Snow Performance Moderate
    • 1st place snow braking 24.7 m and 1st snow traction in 2025 Autozurnal
    • Top-10 snow braking 28.2 m (10/32) in 2025 Autobild 52-set braking test
  • Noise/Comfort & Value Moderate
    • Noise 65.2 dB (4/22, +0.5% from best) and Comfort 7.3 pts (6/20) in 2025 Autobild full test
    • Value 8.44 Price/1000 (3/20, +15.3% from best) in 2025 Autobild full test
  • General Wet/Dry Handling Pace Minor
    • Dry handling 115.1 km/h (9/22, +2.5% from best) in 2025 Autobild full test
    • Wet handling 90.3 s (2/7, +2% from best) in 2025 Autozurnal
Performance Weaknesses
  • Dry Braking Strong
    • 46 m (17/22, +21.7% from best) in 2025 Autobild full test
    • 46 m (4/7, +2.4% from best) in 2025 Autozurnal shows improvement but not class-leading
  • Aquaplaning Resistance Strong
    • Straight aquaplaning 71.4 km/h (20/22, +7.6% from best) in 2025 Autobild full test
    • Curved aquaplaning 2.11 m/s² (17/22, +28% from best) in 2025 Autobild full test
  • Wet Grip Depth (Braking/Circle) Moderate
    • Wet braking 54.8 m (12/22, +14.6% from best) and wet circle 12.62 s (16/22, +4.8%) in 2025 Autobild full test
    • Wet braking 35.1 m (12/52, +14.7%) in 2025 Autobild 52-set braking test
Performance Over Time

Test History

8
of 22
2025 Autobild Winter Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

The Barum Polaris 6, as Continental's budget brand, delivers impressive value as a genuine bargain option with the highest fuel-saving potential in the test. Its exceptionally low rolling resistanc...
Strong:
Rolling Resistance
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10
of 52
2025 Winter Tyre Braking Test - 52 Sets!

2025
Winner: Dunlop Winter Response 2

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2
of 7
2025 Autozurnal Winter Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Alpin 7

The Barum Polaris 6 was an exceptional performer, finishing second in the final overall standings. Its biggest strength was on snow, where it ranked first overall by winning the braking, accelerati...
Strong:
Noise, Snow Braking, Snow Handling, Snow Traction, Rolling Resistance, Wet Handling
Weak:
Curved Aquaplaning
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