Nokian Snowproof 2 - Test Results

Test Statistics

4

Tests Completed

11^th

Average Position

5^th

Best Result

27^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across four winter-focused tests, the Nokian Snowproof 2 shows a clear hydroplaning/efficiency bias with standout aquaplaning resistance and class-leading fuel consumption, but mixed traction and braking on snow/ice and weak subjective handling/comfort in at least one test. Results cluster mid-pack overall (avg position ~11), with occasional top-tier moments in dry braking (one size) and aquaplaning, offset by poor ice braking, mediocre snow traction, and weak wet braking in broad competitor fields.

Performance Strengths

Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 1st place straight aquaplaning in 2025 Die Reifentester
• 1st place curved aquaplaning in 2025 Die Reifentester
• 2nd place curved aquaplaning (+2.7% from best) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch
Fuel Efficiency / Rolling Economy Moderate Details
• 1st place fuel consumption (5.1 l/100km) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch
• Rolling resistance mid-pack (5/8) in 2025 Die Reifentester, indicating efficiency focus
Dry Braking (select sizes) Moderate Details
• 2nd place dry braking (44.1 m, +1.8% from best) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch
• Article note: top-3 dry braking cluster including Nokian in 2024 ADAC

Performance Weaknesses

Ice and Snow Traction/Braking Strong Details
• 12th/12 ice braking (+18%) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch
• 10th/12 snow traction (+5.9%) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch
• 8th/8 snow traction (+9.2%) in 2025 Die Reifentester
• 21st/33 snow braking (+5.5%) in 2024 Autobild 55-tyre test
Wet Braking and Handling (broad fields) Strong Details
• 33rd/55 wet braking (+15.6%) in 2024 Autobild
• 7th/8 subjective wet handling (+10%) in 2025 Die Reifentester
• 7th/12 wet braking on concrete (+6.5%) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch
Comfort/Noise Moderate Details
• 7th/8 subjective comfort (+13.5% from best) in 2025 Die Reifentester
• 11th/12 noise (+3%) in 2024 ADAC 16-inch

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tyre Test

2025
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

Nokian’s Snowproof 2 faces stiff competition but still earns good results for snow braking and traction. It is the undisputed aquaplaning champion, topping both longitudinal and lateral tests. I...

Strong:
Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua

Weak:
Subj. Comfort, Dry Braking, Subj. Dry Handling, Snow Traction, Subj. Wet Handling

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The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tyres for 2024

2024
Winner: Pirelli Ice Zero 2

The Nokian Snowproof 2, a Central European non-studded tyre, delivered typical performance for its category. It excelled in wet and dry conditions but struggled significantly on ice and snow. The t...

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2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tyre Test

2024
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Nokian Tyres Snowproof 2 demonstrates mixed performance across different driving conditions. On dry roads, it shows slight weaknesses in precision and steering feedback, requiring minor correct...

Strong:
Dry Braking, Fuel Consumption, Curved Aquaplaning

Weak:
Noise, Ice Braking

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