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Nokian Wetproof 1

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The Nokian Tyres Wetproof 1 is a summer tyre designed to provide maximum comfort and supreme wet performance for passenger cars, SUVs, and crossovers in Central Europe. It stands out for its excellent wet braking abilities and strong resistance to aquaplaning, ensuring safety and ease of driving even in rainy conditions.

7.8
Tyre Reviews Score Based on User Reviews
Limited Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
83%
Wet Grip
90%
Road Feedback
85%
Handling
85%
Wear
71%
Comfort
87%
Buy again
88%
13 Reviews
84% Average
89,750 miles driven
Nokian Wetproof 1

Nokian Wetproof 1

Summer Mid-Range
BETA
7.8 / 10
Based on User Reviews · Limited Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tyre Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tyre scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

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Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 0
Publications: 0
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 13
Avg Rating: 84.1%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.22
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tyre tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
All Tests

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Size Fuel Wet Noise
15 inch
185/65 R15 88 H C A 67
185/65 R15 92 T XL C A 68
195/55 R15 85 V C A 68
195/65 R15 91 H C A 68
195/65 R15 91 V C A 68
195/65 R15 95 H XL C A 69
16 inch
205/55 R16 91 H C A 68
205/55 R16 91 V C A 68
205/55 R16 94 V XL C A 69
205/60 R16 92 H C A 68
205/60 R16 96 V XL C A 69
215/60 R16 99 V XL B A 69
215/70 R16 100 H C A 68
17 inch
215/55 R17 98 W XL C A 69
225/45 R17 94 W XL C A 69
225/60 R17 99 V C A 71
235/65 R17 108 V XL B A 72
265/65 R17 112 H B B 72
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Review Summary

Based on 13 user reviews

Drivers report the Nokian Wetproof 1 as a high-value touring tyre with strong safety and confidence, especially in the wet where grip and braking are frequently praised. Many also note predictable, forgiving handling near the limit along with good comfort and noticeably lower road noise versus some competitors. A smaller but recurring theme is that wear can be a bit faster than expected, and several UK buyers mention the tyre can be harder to source locally.

Strengths
  • Excellent wet grip and braking confidence
  • Safe
  • Predictable/linear behavior near the grip limit
  • Good dry grip with reassuring handling
  • Comfortable ride and low road noise
  • Strong price-to-performance/value
Areas for Improvement
  • Tends to wear a bit faster than some alternatives
  • Can be difficult to source/availability issues in some markets (e.g.
  • Uk)

Top 3 Nokian Wetproof 1 Reviews

Given 94% while driving a Opel Astra H 1.7 CDTI (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 2,000 spirited miles
Bought them for 71$ per tire. The tire is very safe on dry road. The first thing I noticed compared to the old set is much much better road feel and control. The tire is very predictive, and safe for driving. Wet grip is also excelent, although I didn't have a chance to test the high speed grip on a wet road. For standard road tire, this is more than enough.
Helpful 922
May 17, 2025
Given 86% while driving a Mitsubishi Outlander (215/70 R16) on mostly town for 0 average miles
there is something wrong with these tyres, it makes my suv springy, bumpy, shaky...
Helpful 800
June 3, 2025
Given 84% while driving a Skoda Octavia (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 150 average miles
Great value for money. Forgiving performance when nearing grip limit with a nice linear profile. They do seem to wear out a little faster though but overall a superb value offering from the Finnish manufacturer.
Helpful 881
February 15, 2025

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Latest Nokian Wetproof 1 Reviews

Initial Impressions Review
Given 91% while driving a Honda Accord CTDi (205/55 R16) on for 60,000 miles
Absolute fine tyre for dry hot summers aswell (35C+), won't harden or crack when stored properly in winter. After 60k miles, tread separation/break started to show.
Helpful 2
February 23, 2026
Initial Impressions Review
Given 70% while driving a Toyota RAV4 Hybrid 4x4 2023. (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 0 spirited miles
I tested these tires on a hybrid AWD RAV4. The car was a rental; I work delivering cars and I drive a lot, changing cars frequently. I drove on a route full of curves and roundabouts at a brisk pace, and despite the car being tall and heavy, the tires were very comfortable, without compromising road grip. Of course, the steering felt slightly softer on turn-in, but the lateral grip was incredible, as was the braking. These are truly excellent tires in terms of price, safety, and comfort. If they perform well on a 2-ton hybrid SUV with plenty of power, they will be more than excellent for smaller, regular cars.
Helpful 96
January 7, 2026
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Given 73% while driving a Lexus NX 300h (225/60 R18) on mostly motorways for 0 average miles
Hmmm...all good only a little aquaplaning and fast wear ,hard to find in UK,I buy them from Italy,maybe I can go to 18.000 miles with them,now I have 5.000 miles,all around good tyres,if you want longevity go for Michelin,but price it will go (long)evity too LOL.
Helpful 285
October 25, 2025
Given 81% while driving a BMW 330e (255/35 R19) on mostly country roads for 16,000 average miles
Lots of grip. Good steering response and feedback, slightly understeering under pressure, but in an undramatic and controllable manner.
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Helpful 186
October 18, 2025
Given 84% while driving a Opel Astra K 1.6 CDTI (205/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 2,000 average miles
Bought them to replace a worn set of Michelin energy saver.
They are very comfortable and much more silent than the Michelin.
If you want to decrease the road noise this is the perfect tyre for you.
It is not a performance tyre by any means but you can feel when it's losing grip in the dry, they lose it in a linear fashion.
I am quite happy with this buy until now.
Will update this review after testing wet performance and wear.
Helpful 223
September 19, 2025
Given 81% while driving a Volkswagen Touran 1.5 TSI (205/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 6,000 average miles
Extremely nice price to value ratio. Decent grip in dry conditions, great grip in wet conditions. I already put 10,000 kms into them. They are still doing great but of course you can see that they started to wear. No dry rot, no weird cracks. In conclusion I am very happy with them.
Helpful 371
September 5, 2025
Given 90% while driving a Skoda Roomster (195/55 R15) on a combination of roads for 1,000 average miles
Budget price, feels like a premium tyre. Very safe and predictable in all weathers, appears to be wearing well. Not easy to source. Mine were imported into the UK from Germany.
Helpful 789
March 17, 2025
Given 97% while driving a Mazda 2 1.5 sport (195/55 R16) on mostly town for 2,000 spirited miles
I'm back to mention my experience in wet condition. I feel secured with superb grip and brakes. Aquaplaning isn't exist until 80 km/h as well. I'm very satisfied.
Helpful 808
November 17, 2024
Given 90% while driving a Mazda 2 1.5 sport (195/55 R16) on mostly town for 500 average miles
Compared with Hankook ventus prime 4 that have been replaced i'm very satisfied...excellent grip and braking in dry roads. ....comfortable rolling as well
Helpful 914
July 31, 2024
Given 77% while driving a Volkswagen Golf 1.4 16V 75 hp (205/55 R16) on mostly country roads for 100 spirited miles
Initial review. Transparent handling and typical Touring tyre qualities.
Affordable Price and starting tread depth of around 7.2mm.
Practical wear indicator
Very reassuring on Initial test on wet roads at around 20°C and about 2mm of water.
In depth Review will follow.
Helpful 813
July 27, 2024
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