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Atlas Polarbear HP

Touring Winter Winter rated

The Atlas Polarbear HP is a Touring Winter tire designed to be fitted to Passenger Cars.

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Tests say 15th average finish across 1 independent tests Latest: P15 of 16 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Value, Comfort Snow, Wet Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated September 2026.

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Tire Reviews Score

Atlas Polarbear HP

3.0/10

Better than 9% of winter tires

  • Limited Confidence
  • 1 test
Scores of the 278 winter tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests1 test · 1 publication · 2026 9% 100%
Owner reviewsNo owner reviews yet – 0%
Combined 9% 3.0

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other winter tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 4% 30% 1
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow 25% 23% 1
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice 31% 18% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 39% 17% 1
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 97% 6% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 72% 5% 1

Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

TractionEvery traction test, on any surface 45% 1
BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 7% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 85% of the test figure. The other 15% is the average for its group, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

  1. 2026 2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 ADAC · 185/65 R15 P15 / 16
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The latest test

2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 P15 of 16

The Atlas Polarbear HP shares last place with a poor rating. Its low abrasion and long tread life do not make up for its weak wet grip.

Strong: Wear, Fuel Consumption, Abrasion Weak: Wet Braking, Wet Braking - Concrete, Snow Braking Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

YearTestResultAward
20262026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15ADAC · 185/65 R15P15 / 16
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Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range19 sizes available

155-215Width60-80Profile13-16Rim75-99 T-HLoad/Speed Index2020First On Market

EU LabelAcross 19 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

68dB

3PMSF on every size

Popular sizes155/80 R13155/70 R13165/70 R13155/65 R14165/70 R14165/65 R14
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Atlas Polarbear HP in the wet?
Across the 1 wet-braking test it has featured in, the Atlas Polarbear HP stops 35.5% longer than premium rivals, 28% longer than mid-range rivals and 13% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 4/100.
How good is the Atlas Polarbear HP in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Atlas Polarbear HP stops 3.2% longer than premium rivals, 2.7% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.1% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 39/100.
How good is the Atlas Polarbear HP in the snow?
Across the 1 snow-braking test it has featured in, the Atlas Polarbear HP stops 5% longer than premium rivals, 6.1% longer than mid-range rivals and 6% longer than budget rivals. Across the 1 snow-traction test, it is 1.3% worse than premium rivals, 2.5% worse than mid-range rivals and 1.5% worse than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 25/100.
How good is the Atlas Polarbear HP on ice?
Across the 1 ice-braking test it has featured in, the Atlas Polarbear HP stops 1.2% longer than premium rivals, 4% longer than mid-range rivals and 6.4% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 31/100.
How many miles does the Atlas Polarbear HP last?
Based on test and owner data, the Atlas Polarbear HP is expected to last around 22,245 miles (35,800 km).
More questions about the Atlas Polarbear HP (2)
What is the Atlas Polarbear HP's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Atlas Polarbear HP most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, D for wet grip and 68 dB for noise.
What sizes does the Atlas Polarbear HP come in?
The Atlas Polarbear HP is available in 25 sizes, ranging from 155-215/60-80 R13-16.
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