2025 Motor All Season Tire Test

Polish automotive publication Motor tested seven all-season tires in size 215/55 R17 for issue 48/2025. The lineup included two premium tires from Michelin and Continental, three mid-segment options from Nokian Tires, Vredestein, and Yokohama, and two budget choices from Polish brand Dębica and Chinese manufacturer Sunny. 

The most interesting result is Nokian Tires' new Seasonproof 2 taking overall victory despite being a mid-segment tire competing against premium products. It scored maximum points in wet conditions, winning every wet test category. The testers noted this as evidence that mid-segment tires are now a real threat to premium products in the rankings.

Michelin and Continental showed different strengths. The CrossClimate 2 was best in snow with the shortest braking distances and fastest acceleration, plus it dominated dry braking. The AllSeasonContact 2 was the most consistent tire across all surfaces, which the testers highlighted as a safety benefit since it won't surprise drivers when conditions change.

In the budget segment, the Polish Dębica Navigator 3 beat the pricier mid-segment Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21. The Dębica delivered steady results throughout and had the lowest rolling resistance. The Yokohama only performed well on wet surfaces and was the noisiest tire with the worst fuel efficiency.

The Chinese Sunny NC501 raised safety concerns. It performed acceptably on dry roads and snow but failed on wet surfaces. The testers described its wet braking as borderline dangerous, warning it does not provide adequate safety during emergency stops in the rain.

Dry

Michelin won dry braking by a clear margin. Nokian, Sunny and Continental were grouped together behind.

Continental was quickest but just 1.6 seconds covered all seven tires in dry handling.

Wet

Nokian stopped over 6 meters shorter than last-placed Sunny, with Continental second.

Nokian continued its wet dominance in handling. Sunny was again last, over 4 seconds behind.

Nokian led aquaplaning resistance by a big margin. Sunny was again weakest, struggling to clear water.

Snow

Michelin topped snow braking ahead of Nokian and Continental. Vredestein needed the most distance to stop.

Michelin was quickest to accelerate on snow, Yokohama slowest.

Nokian was fastest on the snow handling track, nearly 6 seconds quicker than last-placed Yokohama.

Comfort

Nokian was quietest, Yokohama loudest by over 3dB.

Value

Budget tire Dębica had the lowest rolling resistance. Yokohama was worst for fuel efficiency.

Results

1^st

Nokian Seasonproof 2

215/55 R17

• Origin: Finland
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 614.00

The Nokian Tires Seasonproof 2 is the newest product from the Finnish manufacturer and emerges as the test winner with the highest overall score. This mid-segment tire achieves a perfect score on wet surfaces, delivering the best performance in this category among all competitors. While it slightly trails the premium tires in snow conditions, it still handles winter driving competently. On dry roads, the Seasonproof 2 performs at a level comparable to top premium products. The tire also stands out as the quietest in the test, contributing to a comfortable driving experience. Nokian Tires, traditionally classified in the mid-segment, clearly demonstrates premium-level aspirations with this well-rounded product.

Dry

96.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	2nd	41.4 M	38.9 M	+2.5 M	93.96%
Dry Handling	6th	113.6 s	112.1 s	+1.5 s	98.68%

Wet

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	1st	29 M			100%
Wet Handling	1st	74.2 s			100%
Straight Aqua	1st	92.2 Km/H			100%

Snow

95.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	2nd	16.2 M	15.7 M	+0.5 M	96.91%
Snow Traction	5th	5.8 s	5.2 s	+0.6 s	89.66%
Snow Handling	1st	86.8 s			100%

Comfort

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	1st	69.4 dB			100%

Value

80.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	5th	8.031 kg / t	6.478 kg / t	+1.55 kg / t	80.66%

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2^nd

Michelin CrossClimate 2

215/55 R17

• Origin: Spain
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 673.00

The Michelin CrossClimate 2 excels in winter conditions, winning the snow competition outright with the best braking and acceleration performance. It also delivers very strong results on dry surfaces, particularly dominating the dry braking test where it significantly outperforms all rivals. The CrossClimate 2 loses the most points in wet asphalt competitions compared to its other categories, yet still provides a high level of safety in these conditions. As a premium-segment tire manufactured in Spain, it offers predictable and confidence-inspiring handling characteristics. The tire also achieves good fuel efficiency with relatively low rolling resistance.

Dry

99.5%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	1st	38.9 M			100%
Dry Handling	4th	113.2 s	112.1 s	+1.1 s	99.03%

Wet

93.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	4th	31.8 M	29 M	+2.8 M	91.19%
Wet Handling	6th	76.1 s	74.2 s	+1.9 s	97.5%
Straight Aqua	2nd	85.7 Km/H	92.2 Km/H	-6.5 Km/H	92.95%

Snow

99.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	1st	15.7 M			100%
Snow Traction	1st	5.2 s			100%
Snow Handling	2nd	88.9 s	86.8 s	+2.1 s	97.64%

Comfort

98.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	2nd	70.4 dB	69.4 dB	+1 dB	98.58%

Value

94.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	3rd	6.851 kg / t	6.478 kg / t	+0.37 kg / t	94.56%

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3^rd

Continental AllSeasonContact 2

215/55 R17

• Origin: France
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 610.00

The Continental AllSeasonContact 2 proves to be a very well-balanced tire that delivers a consistently high level of safety across all conditions. Notably, the tire performs comparably on every surface type, which makes it predictable and unlikely to surprise the driver with unexpected behavior. This consistency is a key safety attribute for an all-season tire. The AllSeasonContact 2 also benefits from low rolling resistance, contributing to better fuel economy. Manufactured in France, this premium-segment product demonstrates Continental's reputation for producing tires with excellent all-round parameters and dependable performance.

Dry

96.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	4th	41.6 M	38.9 M	+2.7 M	93.51%
Dry Handling	1st	112.1 s			100%

Wet

95.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	2nd	30.2 M	29 M	+1.2 M	96.03%
Wet Handling	4th	75.3 s	74.2 s	+1.1 s	98.54%
Straight Aqua	3rd	84 Km/H	92.2 Km/H	-8.2 Km/H	91.11%

Snow

96.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	2nd	16.2 M	15.7 M	+0.5 M	96.91%
Snow Traction	2nd	5.5 s	5.2 s	+0.3 s	94.55%
Snow Handling	3rd	89.2 s	86.8 s	+2.4 s	97.31%

Comfort

97.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	5th	70.9 dB	69.4 dB	+1.5 dB	97.88%

Value

96.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	2nd	6.706 kg / t	6.478 kg / t	+0.23 kg / t	96.6%

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4^th

Vredestein Quatrac Pro+

215/55 R17

• Origin: Hungary
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 537.00

The Vredestein Quatrac Pro+ represents a reasonably well-balanced option within the mid-segment category. Its performance on both dry and wet asphalt is slightly weaker than premium-class competitors, but remains consistent across these surfaces. The tire's main weaknesses are its average snow performance parameters and a relatively high rolling resistance coefficient, which may impact fuel consumption. Manufactured in Hungary, the Quatrac Pro+ offers decent value as a mid-priced option, though drivers seeking the highest performance levels may want to consider the premium alternatives.

Dry

93.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	6th	43.8 M	38.9 M	+4.9 M	88.81%
Dry Handling	7th	113.7 s	112.1 s	+1.6 s	98.59%

Wet

92.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	3rd	30.9 M	29 M	+1.9 M	93.85%
Wet Handling	3rd	74.9 s	74.2 s	+0.7 s	99.07%
Straight Aqua	6th	79 Km/H	92.2 Km/H	-13.2 Km/H	85.68%

Snow

91.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	7th	17.1 M	15.7 M	+1.4 M	91.81%
Snow Traction	6th	5.9 s	5.2 s	+0.7 s	88.14%
Snow Handling	4th	91.2 s	86.8 s	+4.4 s	95.18%

Comfort

98.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	3rd	70.5 dB	69.4 dB	+1.1 dB	98.44%

Value

80.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	6th	8.042 kg / t	6.478 kg / t	+1.56 kg / t	80.55%

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5^th

Debica Navigator 3

215/55 R17

• Origin: Poland
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 455.00

The Dębica Navigator 3 confirms its reputation as a capable budget tire with its fifth-place finish and respectable point total. This Polish-manufactured tire competes effectively against more expensive rivals and achieves stable, consistent results across all test categories. It never fails in any discipline and secures high positions in several tests, including winning the rolling resistance competition outright, making it the most fuel-efficient tire in the test. As the least expensive tire in the comparison, the Navigator 3 offers excellent value for cost-conscious drivers who don't want to compromise significantly on safety or performance.

Dry

94.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	5th	43.4 M	38.9 M	+4.5 M	89.63%
Dry Handling	2nd	113 s	112.1 s	+0.9 s	99.2%

Wet

90.4%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	6th	34.7 M	29 M	+5.7 M	83.57%
Wet Handling	5th	75.7 s	74.2 s	+1.5 s	98.02%
Straight Aqua	4th	82.6 Km/H	92.2 Km/H	-9.6 Km/H	89.59%

Snow

93.7%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	6th	16.6 M	15.7 M	+0.9 M	94.58%
Snow Traction	4th	5.7 s	5.2 s	+0.5 s	91.23%
Snow Handling	4th	91.2 s	86.8 s	+4.4 s	95.18%

Comfort

97.2%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	6th	71.4 dB	69.4 dB	+2 dB	97.2%

Value

100%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	1st	6.478 kg / t			100%

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6^th

Yokohama BluEarth 4S AW21

215/55 R17

• Origin: Philippines
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 494.00

The Yokohama BluEarth-4S AW21 performs below expectations in this test. The tire only manages competitive results in wet conditions, while taking last or near-last positions in most other categories. Disappointingly, it loses the overall competition to the budget-focused Dębica despite being more expensive. The BluEarth-4S AW21 also records the highest noise levels and the worst rolling resistance of all tested tires, negatively impacting both comfort and fuel efficiency. Manufactured in the Philippines, this mid-segment tire struggles to justify its price point given its underwhelming overall performance.

Dry

94%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	6th	43.8 M	38.9 M	+4.9 M	88.81%
Dry Handling	3rd	113.1 s	112.1 s	+1 s	99.12%

Wet

92%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	5th	32.4 M	29 M	+3.4 M	89.51%
Wet Handling	2nd	74.6 s	74.2 s	+0.4 s	99.46%
Straight Aqua	5th	80.1 Km/H	92.2 Km/H	-12.1 Km/H	86.88%

Snow

91.9%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	4th	16.5 M	15.7 M	+0.8 M	95.15%
Snow Traction	7th	6 s	5.2 s	+0.8 s	86.67%
Snow Handling	7th	92.5 s	86.8 s	+5.7 s	93.84%

Comfort

95.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	7th	72.6 dB	69.4 dB	+3.2 dB	95.59%

Value

77.8%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	7th	8.326 kg / t	6.478 kg / t	+1.85 kg / t	77.8%

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7^th

Sunny NC501

215/55 R17

• Origin: China
• 3PMSF: no
• Price: 463.00

The Sunny NC501 finishes last in the overall rankings with an average point score. This Chinese-manufactured budget tire proves to be an improperly balanced product. While it performs adequately on dry surfaces and in winter conditions, it fails significantly on wet asphalt, losing all wet-surface tests. Most critically, the NC501 does not provide the required level of safety during emergency wet braking situations, with results described as being on the borderline of acceptability. Drivers should be particularly cautious about this tire's limitations in rainy conditions, where its shortcomings could pose genuine safety concerns.

Dry

96.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Dry Braking	3rd	41.5 M	38.9 M	+2.6 M	93.73%
Dry Handling	5th	113.4 s	112.1 s	+1.3 s	98.85%

Wet

85.6%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Wet Braking	7th	35.4 M	29 M	+6.4 M	81.92%
Wet Handling	7th	78.6 s	74.2 s	+4.4 s	94.4%
Straight Aqua	7th	74.1 Km/H	92.2 Km/H	-18.1 Km/H	80.37%

Snow

94.3%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Snow Braking	4th	16.5 M	15.7 M	+0.8 M	95.15%
Snow Traction	3rd	5.6 s	5.2 s	+0.4 s	92.86%
Snow Handling	6th	91.5 s	86.8 s	+4.7 s	94.86%

Comfort

98%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Noise	4th	70.8 dB	69.4 dB	+1.4 dB	98.02%

Value

82%

Test	#	Result	Best	Diff	%
Rolling Resistance	4th	7.899 kg / t	6.478 kg / t	+1.42 kg / t	82.01%

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