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Petlas Snow Master W651

The Petlas Snow Master W651 is a Touring Winter tyre designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

2.7
Tyre Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
77%
Wet Grip
66%
Road Feedback
64%
Handling
69%
Wear
86%
Comfort
71%
Buy again
64%
Snow Grip
78%
Ice Grip
59%
27 Reviews
70% Average
213,870 miles driven
6 Tests (avg: 38th)
Petlas Snow Master W651

Petlas Snow Master W651

Winter Economy
BETA
2.7 / 10
Based on Professional Tests & User Reviews · High Confidence · Updated 30 Jan 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.

Learn more about our methodology
Value
100
0.38x / 2 tests
Snow
94.8
1.5x / 4 tests
Wet
46.4
2x / 9 tests
Dry
40
1.2x / 3 tests
Comfort
40
0.29x / 2 tests

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Traction
100
1 test
Handling
59.3
6 tests
Braking
53.6
7 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 6
Publications: 2
Period: 2016 - 2023
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 27
Avg Rating: 70.4%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.07
History Points: 6
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 1.8 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 8 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 0.1 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
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2023 Winter Tyre Test 54 Set Braking Test Auto Bild 2023 225/45 R18 33/54 1 metrics
2022 Winter Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2022 215/55 R17 47/57 1 metrics
2022/23 Tyre Reviews Winter Tyre Test Tyre Reviews 2022 225/45 R17 9/9 16 metrics
2021 Winter Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2021 205/55 R16 50/49 1 metrics
2020 Winter Tyre Market Overview - 52 Tyre Braking Test Auto Bild 2020 245/45 R18 51/49 1 metrics
2016 Winter Tyre Market Overview Auto Bild 2016 205/55 R16 39/43 0 metrics
6
Tests
38th
Average
9th
Best
51st
Worst
Latest Tyre Test Results
9th/9
Excellent in the snow, fastest snow handling lap, best snow traction and good snow braking. Very low rolling resistance.
Extremely long wet and dry braking distances, very difficult to control in wet handling, very low aquaplaning resistance.
The Petlas Snowmaster W651 really is the snow master of this group, finishing as one of best in the three snow tests. However like other budget tyres it can't continue that performance onto other surfaces and is particularly bad in wet handling, with low grip and a very difficult balance.
47th/57
Size Fuel Wet Noise
14 inch
185/60 R14 82 H C C 70
15 inch
185/65 R15 88 H C C 70
185/65 R15 92 H B C 70
195/65 R15 91 H B C 70
195/65 R15 95 H B C 70
195/55 R15 85 H C C 70
16 inch
205/60 R16 92 H B C 70
205/60 R16 96 V B C 70
215/60 R16 95 H B C 70
205/55 R16 91 H B C 70
17 inch
215/55 R17 98 V B C 70
205/50 R17 93 V B C 70
225/50 R17 98 V B C 70
215/45 R17 91 V B C 70
225/45 R17 94 V B C 70
18 inch
245/45 R18 100 V B C 70
225/40 R18 92 V B C 70
245/40 R18 97 V B C 70
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Review Summary

Based on 23 user reviews

Drivers of the Petlas Snow Master W651 report strong snow traction and good comfort for the price, with several high-scoring reviews praising grip in heavy snow and acceptable dry performance. However, many mid and low scores cite weak wet/icy grip and longer braking, with a few calling it dangerous in rain. Wear/longevity receives occasional praise, and noise/comfort are generally acceptable. Overall, it is a budget-friendly winter tyre that excels in snow but is below average on wet and ice.

Strengths
  • Strong snow traction
  • Good comfort for a winter tyre
  • Acceptable dry grip/handling
  • Good value/price-performance
  • Decent tread wear/longevity
Areas for Improvement
  • Poor wet grip and braking
  • Weak performance on ice
  • Fuel efficiency concerns

Top 3 Petlas Snow Master W651 Reviews

Given 20% while driving a Audi A4 Avant (225/55 R16) on mostly country roads for 500 average miles
I do not recommend purchasing these tires, I use them for 5 days in the rain at 3 degrees and it effectively gives me the feeling in curves that I will go forward.
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December 7, 2022
Given 98% while driving a Peugeot 308 1.6 e HDI (225/45 R17) on a combination of roads for 13,000 average miles
I used this tire on my peugeot 308 in size 225/45/17. In the city where I live, I generally drive in snow and winter conditions above average. For this reason, I should mention that I use my vehicle in heavy winter traffic and in a city with a population of 6 million people. The rubber is quite good and satisfactory on snowy ground. It is also enough on dry ground. Comfort is at a very good level compared to winter tires.On icy ground and wet ground, the driving function can remain average. Considering these advantages, the price is quite cheap.I hope my comments will be useful in choosing tires.
November 27, 2022
Given 48% while driving a Opel astra j 1.6 turbo (225/45 R17) on mostly motorways for 20 spirited miles
Terrible at wet/rain conditions. Dry handling and dry grip is not bad. Also snow performance is not so bad. Wear resistance is perfect, after 35.000 km there were 6.5 mm tread depth.
April 13, 2022
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Given 93% while driving a Ford Focus (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 20,000 spirited miles
I used this tire in my ford focus 1.6 ti-vct with a size of 205/55R16. First of all, I must say that the town where I live has very severe winter conditions. The most important plus of the tire is that it holds very well on snowy ground and is quite satisfactory in this sense. Driving dynamics on dry ground is also at a sufficient level. Comfort is at a very good level compared to winter tires.I think the driving dynamics are poor on icy ground and wet ground. But in general, I can say that it does a great job for its price and is a real f/p product. Finally, I think the pattern of the tire is great.
November 25, 2022
Given 57% while driving a Alfa Romeo 147 JTD (205/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 1,500 average miles
Worst winter tyres. I buy set of 4 and replaced Fulda, bcoz I find them at very good price. On deep, heavy snow Petlas is very good, like on dry road. On wet is so bad, no grip, very hard to control and braking is just disaster! After a one season I replace that tyres.
June 25, 2022
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Given 71% while driving a BMW 320i (225/50 R17) on mostly town for 10,000 average miles
I never considered buying Petlas on my F30 320i. I got the tires when I bought the car. My Tyre shop had a guy who worked at the factory for about 10 years. He said that "their winter tires are much better than summer tires due to competition". Than I have a shot. I live in Ankara where there are fierce snow later it turns to ice if it is cleared fast or it is usually below zero for most of the winter during nights. When sun melted ice and roads became muddy, my car had to use ESP but never lost control. There were some side roads at METU campus, the tires never failed me on snow and maybe on mild ice. I was excepting my car to spin all the time after heavy snow. My tires were in good condition dated 2018. I was more confident on Petlas Snowmaster than on my Driverguard RFT 2019 (I changed those). If you can't decide, don't hesitate, these tires does the job.
June 17, 2022
Given 53% while driving a Ford Cmax (205/55 R16) on mostly country roads for 10,000 average miles
Acceptable on dry roads. Very dangerous on wet. Worst tyre ever driven.
October 18, 2021
Given 96% while driving a BMW 118d (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 14,000 average miles
Bought these because i was very happy with summer tires from the same manufacturer, and again was happily suprised by the quality of them. Before them i had continental wintercontact ts 860 and comparing them i can see no difference except the petlas tires wear far less and drive better in the snow and cold dry wether. However in the rain the continentals were a little better but not by so much to urge me to spend more money on them ever again. Great tire cant recommend them enough.
April 20, 2020
Given 66% while driving a SEAT Leon FR 1.4 EcoTSI (225/45 R17 V) on mostly town for 6,000 average miles
- Made in Turkey
- Great in heavy snowy roads
- Good grip in dry conditions
- Average in pure icy and wet roads, getting understeer when pushing the limits (It may be caused by lousy suspension of my Leon FR, I can't compare in another car)
- Road noise is acceptable but not great, at 70-80 km/h there is a resonance sound. But at slower or faster speeds it goes away.
- They are more comfortable than my summer tyres (pirelli p7)

I think considering how cheap they are, the performance is acceptable. But for my next set I will definitely consider a premium class tyre.

Regards from Turkey
January 16, 2019
Given 100% while driving a Vauxhall 1.7 TD estate (225/45 R17 V) on a combination of roads for 5,600 easy going miles
There was Continental on my car and at first I hesitated too much about petlas/starmaxx. But it is half price of famous labels, and Ithink it is worth to try. It is very comfortable,silent and grips very well. There is no need to give to much money. The accuracy of tire tests are controversial. Who pays more, win the test. I highly recommend.
December 24, 2017
Given 90% while driving a Renault Megane (205/55 R16 R) on a combination of roads for 0 average miles
Last winter I used on my Megane4 HB. Tried them on snowy/icy mountain roads and had never problem about gripping. I can prefer these tires.
December 17, 2017
Given 33% while driving a Opel Corsa (185/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 0 easy going miles
It was a big mistake buying these tyres. I wanted to buy something better for this winter, but I realized that my new rims have extra stupid rare sizes, this is why I had to chose Petlas Snowmaster. It is just November, I haven't tried in snow yet, but in 0-5 degrees on slippy roads is a disaster to drive. I am really afraid to face the winter with these tyres.
I do not recommend to anybody to buy these tyres, they are very dangerous!
November 25, 2017
Given 74% while driving a SEAT Leon SC FR 1.4 TSI (225/45 R17 W) on mostly town for 8,000 average miles
Best tyre in this price range . I used these tyres on my VW Tiguan last year and it was awesome on snow and icy roads . For my Leon FR , again awesome on snow , average on dry . Even the temprature is above 7 degree of celcius , good grip on dry , about wet grip , its performans is below than average . I will definetely buy again . Wear seems good after 8000 miles .
March 31, 2017
Given 73% while driving a SEAT Leon SC FR 1.4 TSI (225/45 R17 W) on mostly town for 8,000 average miles
Best tyre in this price range . I used these tyres on my VW Tiguan last year and it was awesome on snow and icy roads . For my Leon FR , again awesome on snow , average on dry . Even the temprature is above 7 degree of celcius , good grip on dry , about wet grip , its performans is below than average . I will definetely buy again . Wear seems good after 8000 miles .
March 31, 2017
Given 43% while driving a Toyota Celica VVTi 140 (195/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 1,000 average miles
even in sub zero temperatures my crap, balding summer tyres gripped better than these in all conditions, including muddy lanes. cannot recommend at all, dread to think how bad they'll be if there actually is any snow...
cant comment on tyre wear as these wont be on the car long enough
January 27, 2017