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2024 AS SUV Winter Tire Test

Overall test winnerMichelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV

German auto magazine AUTO Straßenverkehr has conducted an SUV winter tire test, evaluating ten models in the 235/55 R18 size.

Data analyzed and reviewed byJonathan Benson
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Tires tested
10
Tested size
235/55 R18
Disciplines
12

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10 Tires tested

Published finishing positions, with the strengths and considerations from this test. Owner reviews cover other sizes and driving conditions.

1st

Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV

+Outstanding performance on snow, very dynamic handling with safe and wide reserve offer, safe, balanced handling characteristics also on wet and dry roads. Very quiet rolling noise.

−Low aquaplaning safety in wet corners, somewhat louder rolling noise in the interior. Increased rolling resistance.

14 owner reviews Test Results
2nd

Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

+Easy to control, very balanced tire with decent performance and safe reserves on snow. Safe, tends to understeer slightly in handling, safe aquaplaning protection on wet surfaces. Dynamic and stable in corners on dry roads. Lowest rolling resistance.

−Comparatively slow steering response, increased rolling noise.

34 owner reviews Test Results
3rd

Bridgestone Blizzak 6

+Very short braking distances and safe, dynamic handling in the wet and on snow.

−Comparatively long braking distances in the dry. Also sensitive to load changes in dry corners. Additionally limited rear axle stability during fast lane changes. Slow steering response.

9 owner reviews Test Results
4th

Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2

+Good starting traction and good cornering grip on snow. Very balanced wet characteristics, with short braking distances, comfortable rolling. High steering reserves in dry corners.

−Slight oversteering tendency during load changes in fast driven dry corners. Increased rolling resistance.

3 owner reviews Test Results
5th

Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X

+Very good performance on snow, dynamic and easy to control. On reduced grip level, stable wet handling. Outstanding aquaplaning prevention. Balanced, almost sporty dynamics on dry roads. Good price-performance ratio.

−Somewhat longer braking distances in the wet, somewhat weaker grip in wet corners, somewhat louder.

6 owner reviews Test Results
6th

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV

+Not outstanding on snow, but balanced handling and controllable via load changes. With the exception of the somewhat longer braking distances, still decent wet characteristics. Easy to handle, safe behavior on dry roads.

−Somewhat longer braking distances on wet asphalt, slight grip limitations in very fast driven, dry corners. Increased rolling noise.

2 owner reviews Test Results
7th

GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport

+Decent performance in braking as well as in cornering grip on wet surfaces. In dry corners at reduced grip level, easy to control. Rolling resistance and rolling noise are low.

−Weak performance with significant oversteering tendency on snow, somewhat indifferent handling on wet surfaces, weak aquaplaning protection.

1 owner review Test Results
8th

Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro

+Decent braking and cornering grip on wet and dry roads, good rolling comfort.

−Unbalanced handling dynamics with slow steering response, load change sensitivity and oversteering tendency on snow as well as on wet surfaces.

4 owner reviews Test Results
9th

Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV

+With the exception of the longer braking distances, good results on wet surfaces with decent aquaplaning prevention. Less agile, but stable handling on dry asphalt at a slightly reduced grip level.

−For a Nokian, too weak and unbalanced snow performance. Extended braking distances on wet roads.

5 owner reviews Test Results
10th

Vredestein Wintrac Pro

+With the exception of the somewhat longer braking distances, balanced snow performance. Good aquaplaning protection, short braking distances on dry surfaces.

−Somewhat longer braking distances on snow as well as on wet roads, less clear handling characteristics. Increased rolling resistance.

30 owner reviews Test Results

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2024 AS SUV Winter Tire Test · 235/55 R18

TireMichelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUVContinental WinterContact TS 870 PBridgestone Blizzak 6Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 XGoodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUVGT Radial WinterPro2 SportFalken EUROWINTER HS02 ProNokian Snowproof 2 SUVVredestein Wintrac Pro
Position1st2nd3rd4th5th6th7th8th9th10th
Category scores (% of best)
Dry99.6%98.5%97.7%98.5%98.1%98.3%98.1%98.5%97.8%98.3%
Wet96.6%97.6%99.2%97.8%96.5%96.5%96.1%95.1%95.5%95%
Snow99.8%96.2%97.4%96.7%97.3%96.2%88.9%93.8%90.9%94.7%
Comfort100%98.5%97.9%98.9%96.2%98.8%99.4%98.1%98.4%97.9%
Rolling Resistance86.9%100%92.4%83.9%92.4%88%96.1%90.1%90.1%86.9%
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The evidence behind the verdict

German auto magazine AUTO Straßenverkehr has conducted an SUV winter tire test, evaluating ten models in the 235/55 R18 size. The test, carried out under various weather conditions including snow, wet, and dry surfaces, aims to provide consumers with valuable insights into tire performance for the upcoming winter season.

The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV emerged as the top performer, achieving the highest score of 8.9 and a "very good" rating. It excelled particularly in snow performance and dry handling. Close behind was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P, securing second place with a "very good" 8.6, showing balanced performance across all conditions.

Bridgestone's Blizzak 6 and Pirelli's Scorpion Winter 2 tied for third place, both earning a "very good" 8.5. The Bridgestone demonstrated excellent wet performance but was slightly weaker in dry conditions, while the Pirelli showed strong overall performance but had slightly higher rolling resistance.

The Hankook Winter i*cept evo 3 x earned a "very good" 8.3, with notable aquaplaning resistance. Goodyear's UltraGrip Performance + SUV received a "very good" 8.0, showing good all-round capabilities.

GT Radial's WinterPro2 Sport and Falken's Eurowinter HS 02 Pro both scored a "good" 7.8. The GT Radial offered competitive performance at a lower price point, while the Falken showed balanced performance across categories.

Surprisingly, the Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV, despite coming from a Nordic brand known for winter expertise, underperformed in snow tests and was rated "good" at 7.5. Rounding out the test was the Vredestein Wintrac Pro with a "good" 7.4, showing room for improvement across several categories.

Test setup & methodology

The test setting, the conditions recorded and how the results contribute to the score.

Recorded test conditions

Recorded test conditions

Dry Braking
62.1 → 0.0 mph
Wet Braking
49.7 → 0.0 mph
Snow Braking
31.1 → 0.0 mph

Dry

On dry surfaces, Michelin achieves the shortest braking distance of 141 feet from 100-0 mph, while Bridgestone requires 146 feet. In dry handling, Continental leads with a speed of 71.8 mph, compared to Pirelli's 70.6 mph. Michelin also excels in lateral grip, achieving 4.14 m/s² in the slalom test, while GT Radial manages only 3.58 m/s².

Dry Braking

Dry braking in feet (62 - 0 mph)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TireResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 141 ft Best 0 mph
2Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 143 ft +2 ft 9 mph
3Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 144 ft +3 ft 11 mph
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 144 ft +3 ft 12 mph
5Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 145 ft +4 ft 13 mph
6Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 145 ft +4 ft 14 mph
7GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 145 ft +4 ft 14 mph
8Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 146 ft +5 ft 15 mph
8Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 146 ft +5 ft 15 mph
10Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 146 ft +5 ft 16 mph

The difference between best and worst was 4% (5 ft ≈ 0.4 Car Lengths). From 80 mph, the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 would still be travelling at 16 mph when the Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV had stopped.

Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.

Continental demonstrates the best dry handling performance, achieving an average speed of 71.8 mph on the test track, Pirelli shows the lowest average speed at 70.6 mph. 

Dry Handling

Dry Handling Average Speed

Higher is better ↑
Position / TireResultGap to best
1Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 71.8 mph Best
2Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 71.5 mph -0.3 mph
3Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 71.5 mph -0.3 mph
4GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 71.3 mph -0.5 mph
5Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 71.1 mph -0.7 mph
5Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 71.1 mph -0.7 mph
7Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 71.1 mph -0.7 mph
8Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 71.0 mph -0.8 mph
9Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 70.8 mph -1.0 mph
10Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 70.6 mph -1.2 mph

All the tires in the Dry Handling test finished less than 3% apart.

Wet

Bridgestone stops in the shortest distance on wet roads, needing only 114 feet from 50 mph. Nokian requires the longest distance at 127 feet, a significant difference in wet safety performance.

Wet Braking

Wet braking in feet (50 - 0 mph)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TireResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 114 ft Best 0 mph
2Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 116 ft +2 ft 10 mph
3Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 118 ft +4 ft 15 mph
4Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 119 ft +5 ft 16 mph
5GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 119 ft +5 ft 17 mph
6Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 120 ft +6 ft 19 mph
7Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 123 ft +9 ft 21 mph
8Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 123 ft +9 ft 22 mph
9Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 125 ft +11 ft 24 mph
10Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 127 ft +13 ft 25 mph

The difference between best and worst was 11.2% (13 ft ≈ 0.9 Car Lengths). From 80 mph, the Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV would still be travelling at 25 mph when the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 had stopped.

Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.

Continental and Bridgestone lead the in wet handling with an average speed of 40.7 mph, while Vredestein trails at 39.7 mph. This indicates better overall control in wet conditions.

Wet Handling

Wet Handling Average Speed

Higher is better ↑
Position / TireResultGap to best
1Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 40.7 mph Best
1Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 40.7 mph Best
3Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 40.6 mph -0.1 mph
4GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 40.5 mph -0.2 mph
5Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 40.3 mph -0.4 mph
6Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 40.2 mph -0.5 mph
6Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 40.2 mph -0.5 mph
8Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 40.1 mph -0.6 mph
9Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 40.1 mph -0.6 mph
10Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 39.7 mph -1.0 mph

All the tires in the Wet Handling test finished less than 3% apart.

Hankook resists aquaplaning up to 46.6 mph, while Falken starts to aquaplane at just 41.3 mph. This substantial difference could be crucial for safety in very wet conditions.

Straight Aqua

Float Speed in mph

Higher is better ↑
Position / TireResultGap to best
1Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 46.6 mph Best
2Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 46.1 mph -0.5 mph
2Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 46.1 mph -0.5 mph
4Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 45.9 mph -0.7 mph
5Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 45.5 mph -1.1 mph
6Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 45.2 mph -1.4 mph
7Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 45.0 mph -1.6 mph
7Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 45.0 mph -1.6 mph
9GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 42.7 mph -3.9 mph
10Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 41.3 mph -5.3 mph

The difference between best and worst was 11.3% (5.3 mph).

Snow

Bridgestone shows the shortest braking distance on snow, stopping from 31 mph in just 80 feet. Nokian requires the longest distance at 91 feet, a difference that could be crucial in emergency situations.

Snow Braking

Snow braking in feet (31 - 0 mph)

Lower is better ↓
Position / TireResultGap to bestResidual speed
1Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 80 ft Best 0 mph
2Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 80 ft 0 ft 5 mph
3Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 80 ft 0 ft 7 mph
4Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 83 ft +3 ft 17 mph
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 83 ft +3 ft 17 mph
6Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 86 ft +6 ft 21 mph
7Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 87 ft +7 ft 23 mph
8Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 89 ft +9 ft 25 mph
9GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 91 ft +11 ft 28 mph
9Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 91 ft +11 ft 28 mph

The difference between best and worst was 14% (11 ft ≈ 0.8 Car Lengths). From 80 mph, the Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV would still be travelling at 28 mph when the Bridgestone Blizzak 6 had stopped.

Residual speed is calculated from the measured braking distances, assuming constant deceleration; it is not a separate measurement.

Michelin demonstrates the best acceleration on snow with 1.48 m/s², while GT Radial struggles with 1.28 m/s². This difference could significantly affect a vehicle's ability to move in snowy conditions.

Snow Traction

Pulling Force in pounds-force

Higher is better ↑
Position / TireResultGap to best
1Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 0 lbf Best
2Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 0 lbf 0 lbf
3Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 0 lbf 0 lbf
4Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 0 lbf 0 lbf
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 0 lbf 0 lbf
4Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 0 lbf 0 lbf
7Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 0 lbf 0 lbf
8Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 0 lbf 0 lbf
9Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 0 lbf 0 lbf
10GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 0 lbf 0 lbf

The difference between best and worst was 13.5% (0 lbf).

Michelin again tops the chart with an average speed of 30.3 mph on the snowy track, while GT Radial lags behind at 28.0 mph. This indicates Michelin's better overall control and speed in winter conditions.

Snow Handling

Snow handling average speed

Higher is better ↑
Position / TireResultGap to best
1Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 30.3 mph Best
2Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 30.1 mph -0.2 mph
3Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 29.9 mph -0.4 mph
4Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 29.8 mph -0.5 mph
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 29.8 mph -0.5 mph
6Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 29.7 mph -0.6 mph
7Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 29.6 mph -0.7 mph
8Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 29.1 mph -1.2 mph
9Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 29.0 mph -1.3 mph
10GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 28.0 mph -2.3 mph

The difference between best and worst was 7.8% (2.3 mph).

Comfort

Michelin produces the least noise at 71.4 dB(A), while Hankook is the loudest at 74.2 dB(A). This difference could significantly impact cabin comfort.

Noise

External noise in dB

Lower is better ↓
Position / TireResultGap to best
1Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 71.4 dB Best
2GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 71.8 dB +0.40 dB
3Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 72.2 dB +0.80 dB
4Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 72.3 dB +0.90 dB
5Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 72.5 dB +1.10 dB
6Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 72.6 dB +1.20 dB
7Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 72.8 dB +1.40 dB
8Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 72.9 dB +1.50 dB
8Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 72.9 dB +1.50 dB
10Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 74.2 dB +2.80 dB

The difference between best and worst was 3.9% (2.8 dB).

Value

Continental shows the lowest rolling resistance at 7.3 kg/t, potentially offering better fuel efficiency. Pirelli has the highest at 8.7 kg/t, which could lead to increased fuel consumption.

Rolling Resistance

Rolling resistance in kg t

Lower is better ↓
Position / TireResultGap to bestExtra fuel / year
1Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
 7.3 kg/t Best $0
2GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
 7.6 kg/t +0.30 kg/t $12
3Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
 7.9 kg/t +0.60 kg/t $24
3Bridgestone Blizzak 6
 7.9 kg/t +0.60 kg/t $24
5Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
 8.1 kg/t +0.80 kg/t $32
5Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
 8.1 kg/t +0.80 kg/t $32
7Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
 8.3 kg/t +1.00 kg/t $40
8Vredestein Wintrac Pro
 8.4 kg/t +1.10 kg/t $44
8Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
 8.4 kg/t +1.10 kg/t $44
10Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
 8.7 kg/t +1.40 kg/t $56

The difference between best and worst was 19.2% (1.4 kg / t). Over 12,000 miles a year at $3.60/gal, the Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2 uses about 16 gal ($56) more fuel than the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P.

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12,000 mi
$3.60/gal
Estimates based on typical driving conditions. Rolling resistance accounts for approximately 20% of IC vehicle fuel consumption and 25% of EV energy consumption. Actual savings vary based on driving style, vehicle weight, road conditions, and tire age. For comparative purposes only. Lifetime savings based on a 40,000km / 25,000 mile tread life.

Results

1st

Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV

235/55 R18 104H XL
Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 SUV
Very good.
Dry99.6%
Wet96.6%
Snow99.8%
Comfort100%
Rolling Resistance86.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better1st / 10141 ftBest in this discipline
Dry HandlingHigher is better5th / 1071.1 mph-0.7 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better3rd / 10118 ft+4 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better3rd / 1040.6 mph-0.1 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better6th / 1016.3 mph-0.3 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better7th / 1045.0 mph-1.6 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better8th / 109.1 ft/s²-2.5 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better3rd / 1080 ft0 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better1st / 100 lbfBest in this discipline
Snow HandlingHigher is better1st / 1030.3 mphBest in this discipline
NoiseLower is better1st / 1071.4 dBBest in this discipline
Rolling ResistanceLower is better8th / 108.4 kg/t+1.10 kg/t
EU Label
C/C/71
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
13.03 kgs
Tread
8.5 mm
2nd

Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

235/55 R18 104V XL
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Very good.
Dry98.5%
Wet97.6%
Snow96.2%
Comfort98.5%
Rolling Resistance100%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better6th / 10145 ft+4 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better1st / 1071.8 mphBest in this discipline
Wet BrakingLower is better4th / 10119 ft+5 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 1040.7 mphBest in this discipline
Wet CircleHigher is better8th / 1016.1 mph-0.5 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better2nd / 1046.1 mph-0.5 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better2nd / 1011.1 ft/s²-0.5 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better4th / 1083 ft+3 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better4th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better4th / 1029.8 mph-0.5 mph
NoiseLower is better5th / 1072.5 dB+1.10 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better1st / 107.3 kg/tBest in this discipline
EU Label
C/B/71
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
10.68 kgs
Tread
8.7 mm
3rd

Bridgestone Blizzak 6

235/55 R18 104V XL
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
Very good.
Dry97.7%
Wet99.2%
Snow97.4%
Comfort97.9%
Rolling Resistance92.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better10th / 10146 ft+5 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better5th / 1071.1 mph-0.7 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better1st / 10114 ftBest in this discipline
Wet HandlingHigher is better1st / 1040.7 mphBest in this discipline
Wet CircleHigher is better3rd / 1016.6 mph0.0 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better4th / 1045.9 mph-0.7 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better3rd / 1010.7 ft/s²-0.9 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better1st / 1080 ftBest in this discipline
Snow TractionHigher is better4th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better6th / 1029.7 mph-0.6 mph
NoiseLower is better8th / 1072.9 dB+1.50 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better3rd / 107.9 kg/t+0.60 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/70
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
11.5 kgs
Tread
8 mm
4th

Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2

235/55 R18 104H XL
Pirelli Scorpion Winter 2
Very good.
Dry98.5%
Wet97.8%
Snow96.7%
Comfort98.9%
Rolling Resistance83.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better2nd / 10143 ft+2 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better10th / 1070.6 mph-1.2 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better2nd / 10116 ft+2 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better5th / 1040.3 mph-0.4 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better6th / 1016.3 mph-0.3 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better2nd / 1046.1 mph-0.5 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better6th / 1010.4 ft/s²-1.2 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better6th / 1086 ft+6 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better2nd / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better3rd / 1029.9 mph-0.4 mph
NoiseLower is better3rd / 1072.2 dB+0.80 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better10th / 108.7 kg/t+1.40 kg/t
EU Label
C/A/71
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
12.35 kgs
Tread
8.2 mm
5th

Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X

235/55 R18 100H
Hankook Winter i cept evo 3 X
Very good.
Dry98.1%
Wet96.5%
Snow97.3%
Comfort96.2%
Rolling Resistance92.4%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better8th / 10146 ft+5 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better3rd / 1071.5 mph-0.3 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better8th / 10123 ft+9 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better6th / 1040.2 mph-0.5 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better10th / 1016.1 mph-0.5 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better1st / 1046.6 mphBest in this discipline
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better1st / 1011.6 ft/s²Best in this discipline
Snow BrakingLower is better2nd / 1080 ft0 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better8th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better2nd / 1030.1 mph-0.2 mph
NoiseLower is better10th / 1074.2 dB+2.80 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better3rd / 107.9 kg/t+0.60 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/72
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
12.42 kgs
Tread
8.3 mm
6th

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV

235/55 R18 104H XL
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ SUV
Very good.
Dry98.3%
Wet96.5%
Snow96.2%
Comfort98.8%
Rolling Resistance88%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better4th / 10144 ft+3 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better8th / 1071.0 mph-0.8 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better7th / 10123 ft+9 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better6th / 1040.2 mph-0.5 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better1st / 1016.6 mphBest in this discipline
Straight AquaHigher is better5th / 1045.5 mph-1.1 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better7th / 1010.2 ft/s²-1.4 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better4th / 1083 ft+3 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better4th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better4th / 1029.8 mph-0.5 mph
NoiseLower is better4th / 1072.3 dB+0.90 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better7th / 108.3 kg/t+1.00 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/70
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
13.24 kgs
Tread
8.2 mm
7th

GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport

235/55 R18 104H XL
GT Radial WinterPro2 Sport
Good.
Dry98.1%
Wet96.1%
Snow88.9%
Comfort99.4%
Rolling Resistance96.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better7th / 10145 ft+4 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better4th / 1071.3 mph-0.5 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better5th / 10119 ft+5 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better4th / 1040.5 mph-0.2 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better2nd / 1016.6 mph0.0 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better9th / 1042.7 mph-3.9 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better10th / 108.6 ft/s²-3.0 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better9th / 1091 ft+11 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better10th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better10th / 1028.0 mph-2.3 mph
NoiseLower is better2nd / 1071.8 dB+0.40 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better2nd / 107.6 kg/t+0.30 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/71
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
12.28 kgs
Tread
8.6 mm
8th

Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro

235/55 R18 104V XL
Falken EUROWINTER HS02 Pro
Good.
Dry98.5%
Wet95.1%
Snow93.8%
Comfort98.1%
Rolling Resistance90.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better5th / 10145 ft+4 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better2nd / 1071.5 mph-0.3 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better6th / 10120 ft+6 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better9th / 1040.1 mph-0.6 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better4th / 1016.5 mph-0.1 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better10th / 1041.3 mph-5.3 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better9th / 108.7 ft/s²-2.9 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better8th / 1089 ft+9 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better3rd / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better9th / 1029.0 mph-1.3 mph
NoiseLower is better7th / 1072.8 dB+1.40 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better5th / 108.1 kg/t+0.80 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/70
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
12.19 kgs
Tread
8.4 mm
9th

Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV

235/55 R18 104H XL
Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV
Good.
Dry97.8%
Wet95.5%
Snow90.9%
Comfort98.4%
Rolling Resistance90.1%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better8th / 10146 ft+5 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better7th / 1071.1 mph-0.7 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better10th / 10127 ft+13 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better8th / 1040.1 mph-0.6 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better5th / 1016.4 mph-0.2 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better7th / 1045.0 mph-1.6 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better4th / 1010.6 ft/s²-1.0 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better9th / 1091 ft+11 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better9th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better8th / 1029.1 mph-1.2 mph
NoiseLower is better6th / 1072.6 dB+1.20 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better5th / 108.1 kg/t+0.80 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/70
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
12.66 kgs
Tread
8.5 mm
10th

Vredestein Wintrac Pro

235/55 R18 104H XL
Vredestein Wintrac Pro
Good.
Dry98.3%
Wet95%
Snow94.7%
Comfort97.9%
Rolling Resistance86.9%

Category scores (% of best)

All discipline results (12)

Discipline positions compare the ranked tires in this test, not the whole market. These are individual measurements, not weighted overall scores.

TestPosition in disciplineResultGap to best
Dry BrakingLower is better3rd / 10144 ft+3 ft
Dry HandlingHigher is better9th / 1070.8 mph-1.0 mph
Wet BrakingLower is better9th / 10125 ft+11 ft
Wet HandlingHigher is better10th / 1039.7 mph-1.0 mph
Wet CircleHigher is better8th / 1016.1 mph-0.5 mph
Straight AquaHigher is better6th / 1045.2 mph-1.4 mph
Curved AquaplaningHigher is better5th / 1010.6 ft/s²-1.0 ft/s²
Snow BrakingLower is better7th / 1087 ft+7 ft
Snow TractionHigher is better7th / 100 lbf0 lbf
Snow HandlingHigher is better7th / 1029.6 mph-0.7 mph
NoiseLower is better8th / 1072.9 dB+1.50 dB
Rolling ResistanceLower is better8th / 108.4 kg/t+1.10 kg/t
EU Label
C/B/72
3PMSF
Yes
Weight
12.52 kgs
Tread
8.5 mm

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