Across eight tests, the Hakkapeliitta R5 is a top-tier Nordic friction winter tyre with class-leading snow and excellent ice performance, often finishing top three overall and winning major independent tests. It consistently posts best-in-class or near-best snow results and strong ice metrics, complemented by low rolling resistance and good comfort/noise. However, its wet performance and aquaplaning resistance are recurring weaknesses, and it fares poorly when benchmarked against studded tyres on ice. One all-weather test used it as a reference where it dominated snow but was not scored overall.
Overall, the R5 excels in harsh winter conditions (snow/ice control and traction) and efficiency, but shows clear limitations in wet braking/aquaplaning and mixed-category comparisons that include studded tyres.
2025
Winner: Pirelli Cinturato WeatherActive
2024
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 3
2024
Winner: Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10
2024
Winner: Pirelli Ice Zero 2
2023
Winner: Continental VikingContact 7
2023
2023
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 3
2022