Tested 11 times by independent publications, the Fulda Kristall Montero 3 averages a finish of 9th.
2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 P13 of 15
The FULDA Kristall Montero 3 shows weaknesses in the dry and in the wet, in both criteria it is rated as sufficient. Despite the good snow and ice properties, the recommendation for the Kristall Montero 3 is only "conditionally recommended".
Where the Fulda Kristall Montero 3 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tyres. Field beaten is the share of the other tyres it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking | 1 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 1 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Wet Handling | 1 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Straight Aqua | 1 | P4 of 8 | 57% | - |
| Snow | ||||
| Snow Braking | 1 | P6 of 8 | 29% | - |
| Snow Traction | 1 | P7 of 8 | 14% | - |
| Ice | ||||
| Ice Braking | 1 | P6 of 8 | 29% | - |
| Ice Traction | 1 | P7 of 8 | 14% | - |
| Ice Handling | 1 | P7 of 8 | 14% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Rolling Resistance | 1 | P4 of 8 | 57% | - |
Overall finishing position against the tyres that have most often shared a test with the Fulda Kristall Montero 3. Only tyres tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Michelin Alpin A4
9 shared: 0 ahead, 9 behind
|
9 | 0 | 9 | - | 0% |
 Vredestein Snowtrac 3
6 shared: 2 ahead, 4 behind
|
6 | 2 | 4 | - | 33% |
 Pirelli Winter Snow Control Series 3
6 shared: 2 ahead, 4 behind
|
6 | 2 | 4 | - | 33% |
 Dunlop Winter Response 2
6 shared: 0 ahead, 6 behind
|
6 | 0 | 6 | - | 0% |
 Firestone Winterhawk 3
5 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind
|
5 | 2 | 3 | - | 40% |
 Continental WinterContact TS 850
5 shared: 1 ahead, 4 behind
|
5 | 1 | 4 | - | 20% |
 Kumho IZen KW23
4 shared: 4 ahead, 0 behind
|
4 | 4 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Kleber Krisalp HP2
4 shared: 3 ahead, 1 behind
|
4 | 3 | 1 | - | 75% |
 Barum Polaris 3
4 shared: 2 ahead, 2 behind
|
4 | 2 | 2 | - | 50% |
 Nokian WR D3
4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind
|
4 | 1 | 3 | - | 25% |
 Goodyear UltraGrip 9
4 shared: 0 ahead, 4 behind
|
4 | 0 | 4 | - | 0% |
 Continental WinterContact TS830
4 shared: 0 ahead, 4 behind
|
4 | 0 | 4 | - | 0% |
 Firestone Winterhawk 2 EVO
3 shared: 3 ahead, 0 behind
|
3 | 3 | 0 | - | 100% |
 Bridgestone Blizzak LM001
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Bridgestone Blizzak LM32
3 shared: 2 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 2 | 1 | - | 67% |
 Falken Eurowinter HS449
3 shared: 1 ahead, 2 behind
|
3 | 1 | 2 | - | 33% |
 Uniroyal MS+ 77
3 shared: 1 ahead, 2 behind
|
3 | 1 | 2 | - | 33% |
 Dunlop SP Winter Sport 3D
3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind
|
3 | 0 | 3 | - | 0% |
 Semperit Speed Grip 2
3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind
|
3 | 0 | 3 | - | 0% |
 Goodyear UltraGrip 7+
3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind
|
3 | 0 | 3 | - | 0% |
Drawn from 11 tests. Updated October 15, 2025.
The Fulda Kristall Montero 3 shows mixed winter performance with a long lifecycle of tests. It achieves occasional solid overall results (4/16 in ADAC 2015; 4/12 in 2010; 4/8 in AC 2017) but is frequently mid-to-lower tier in larger, tougher fields (13/15 ADAC 2022; 17/18 Auto Bild 2015; 9/9 ACE 2013). Patterns indicate average dry/wet capability with notable wet shortfalls in some tests and only moderate snow/ice traction, while rolling resistance is occasionally competitive. Overall, it trends toward budget-oriented performance with sporadic strengths rather than consistent excellence.
low fuel consumption- 2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
low rolling resistance- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Winter Tyre Test (2015)
low rolling resistance- 2010 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (2010)
Good resistance to aquaplaning- 2017 AC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (2017)
safe aquaplaning properties- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Winter Tyre Test (2015)
Superb braking result and good traction values ​​on hard-packed snow- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Winter Tyre Test (2015)
strong braking in the snow- 2010 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test (2010)
Particularly low wear (top mark)- 2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
Limited traction in the snow- 2010 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (2010)
Weaknesses on dry and wet roads (devaluation.)- 2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
Slight weakness in the wet- 2010 European Winter Tyre Test Part 2 (2010)
let down by a poor wet result- 2010 Auto Zeitung Winter Tyre Test (2010)
long dry braking- 2017 AC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (2017)
extended wet and dry braking distances- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Winter Tyre Test (2015)
extended wet and dry braking distances- 2010 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (2010)
extended wet and dry braking distances- 2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Winter Tyre Test (2015)
extended wet and dry braking distances- 2010 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test (2010)
Poor ice handling- 2017 AC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15 (2017)
Every tester write-up on the Fulda Kristall Montero 3 (6 tests) and 23 owner reviews were tagged for the aspects they judge. Where both have spoken, this is how they line up.
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
The FULDA Kristall Montero 3 shows weaknesses in the dry and in the wet, in both criteria it is rated as sufficient. Despite the good snow and ice properties, the recommendation for the Kristall Montero 3 is only "conditionally recommended".
Conditionally Recommended
Best on snow, slight weakness on both wet and dry roads
Satisfactory.
While offering strong braking in the snow, the Fulda Kristall Montero 3 provides average snow handling. A good dry performance is let down by a poor wet result.
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