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Falken EUROWINTER HS02 - Test Results

Test Statistics

5

Tests Completed

11th

Average Position

6th

Best Result

22nd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Falken Eurowinter HS02 delivers standout dry braking but struggles to convert that into strong overall winter performance. Across five winter tests it averages mid-to-lower-table results, weighed down by consistently weak snow capability and only middling wet results. Strengths include multiple best-in-class dry braking finishes and respectable noise/comfort, with acceptable rolling resistance and wear. However, repeated bottom rankings in snow braking/traction and below-average wet handling/braking limit safety margins in typical winter conditions.
Overall, the tyre suits drivers prioritising short dry stops and low noise, but it underperforms where winter tyres matter most: snow grip and wet control. The pattern of top dry braking paired with bottom-tier snow results is consistent across years and sizes, indicating a focused compound/tread trade-off that hurts all-round winter versatility.

Performance Strengths
  • Dry Braking Performance Strong
    • 1st place dry braking in 2024 ADAC 16" (43.3 m)
    • 1st place dry braking in 2023 ADAC 16" (41.4 m)
    • 5/10 dry braking (+3.7% from best) in 2025 AMS
  • Noise/Comfort Moderate
    • Noise 71 dB, 3/12 in 2024 ADAC
    • Noise 71.1 dB, 5/16 in 2023 ADAC
    • Subj. comfort 7 pts, 5/10 in 2025 AMS
  • Efficiency (Wear/Fuel/Rolling Resistance) Minor
    • Wear 42100-42300 km (7-8/16-12) in 2023-2024 ADAC
    • Fuel 5.7 l/100km, 6/16 in 2023 ADAC
    • Rolling resistance 7.9 kg/t, 6/10 in 2025 AMS (+21.5% from best)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Snow Performance Strong
    • 10/10 snow braking (+13.2%) and 10/10 snow handling (+5.7%) in 2025 AMS; snow circle last (+10.2%)
    • 11/12 snow braking and 11/12 snow traction in 2024 ADAC
    • 16/16 snow braking (+20%) and 15/16 snow traction (+14.1%) in 2023 ADAC
    • 23/33 snow braking (+6.2%) in 2024 Autobild 55
  • Wet Performance Moderate
    • Wet braking 8/16 (+9.4%) and 5/12 (+2.3%) in ADAC 2023-2024
    • Wet handling 9/10 (+5.2%) and subjective 8/10 (+40%) in 2025 AMS
    • Wet braking 24/55 (+10.7%) in 2024 Autobild 55; aquaplaning mid-pack (6-7/12) in 2024 ADAC
  • Dry Handling/Steering Feel Minor
    • Subjective dry handling 9/10 (+22.2%) and objective dry handling 8/10 (+1.7%) in 2025 AMS
Performance Over Time

Test History

9
of 10
2025 AMS Winter Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

The Falken Eurowinter HS02 rolls somewhat past its target with weak winter performance despite reasonable pricing. While it provides decent braking on wet and dry asphalt, the tyre's snow capabilit...
Weak:
Subj. Dry Handling, Snow Braking, Snow Circle, Snow Handling, Wet Handling
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6
of 7
2024 Auto Express Winter Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Falken placed sixth overall, with its strongest results coming in dry conditions. The tyre led dry braking by a full metre but finished fourth in dry handling, with grip dropping on second laps...
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7
of 12
2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Falken Eurowinter HS02 tyre shows varied performance across different driving conditions. On dry roads, it excels with the best rating in the test, offering precise steering, good safety reserv...
Strong:
Dry Braking
Weak:
Snow Braking, Snow Traction
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22
of 55
2024 Winter 55 Tyre Braking Test

2024
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak 6

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of 16
2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tyre Test

2023
Winner: Dunlop Winter Sport 5

The FALKEN EUROWINTER HS02 provides good steering feedback and safety margins on dry roads, along with above-average braking performance. On wet roads, it excels in braking and longitudinal aquapla...
Strong:
Dry Braking
Weak:
Snow Braking, Snow Traction
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