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Gislaved Nord Frost 200 - Test Results

Test Statistics

3

Tests Completed

5th

Average Position

4th

Best Result

6th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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The Gislaved Nord Frost 200 shows balanced mid-pack winter performance with occasional highlights. Across three studded winter tests it averages 4.7th overall, with repeat top-3 results in wet handling and snow handling indicating predictable dynamics on loose surfaces. Dry and wet braking are generally close to the leaders, but ice performance is inconsistent and often lags, particularly in braking and traction. Rolling resistance is mid-to-good for a studded tire.
Overall, it's a competent, well-rounded option that trades ultimate ice grip for broader consistency. It excels most in handling-oriented disciplines on wet and snow, while ice braking/traction and some dry braking results hold it back from podium consistency.

Performance Strengths
  • Wet Performance Strong
    • 3rd place wet handling in 2021 (+0.6% from best)
    • 3rd place wet braking in 2018 (+1.3% from best)
  • Snow Handling and Traction Moderate
    • 3rd place snow handling in 2018 (+1.8% from best)
    • Middle-field but close gaps in 2021: snow braking 6/8 (+2.5%), snow traction 6/8 (+6.2%), snow handling 7/8 (+2.1%)
  • Noise/Comfort (relative for studded) Minor
    • 3rd place noise in 2021 (68.7 dB, +1.8% from best)
  • Efficiency (Rolling Resistance) Moderate
    • 3rd place rolling resistance in 2017 (+21.5% from best in a difficult field)
    • 4th place rolling resistance in 2018 (+4.4% from best)
  • Dry Braking (occasionally strong) Minor
    • 2nd place dry braking in 2021 (+1.7% from best)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Ice Performance (Braking and Traction) Strong
    • 2021: ice braking 6/8 (+35.5%), ice traction 5/8 (+40.5%), ice handling 5/8 (+8.7%)
    • 2018: ice braking 5/8 (+13.8%), ice traction 5/8 (+18.6%), ice handling 4/8 (+10.1%)
  • Dry Braking Consistency Moderate
    • 2017: dry braking 10/10 (+4.4% from best)
    • 2018: dry braking 5/8 (+1.7% from best) vs. 2021: 2/8 (+1.7%)
  • Wet Braking Variability Moderate
    • 2017: wet braking 9/10 (+19.2% from best)
    • 2018: wet braking 3/8 (+1.3% from best)
  • Snow Braking/Traction (not class-leading) Moderate
    • 2018: snow braking 4/8 (+2.2%), snow traction 4/8 (+4.9%)
    • 2021: snow braking 6/8 (+2.5%), snow traction 6/8 (+6.2%)
Performance Over Time

Test History

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2021 Nordic Studded Winter Tire Test

2021
Winner: Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10

Overall rating 8.3. Features on ice and snow- Good traction and braking on snow- Medium traction and braking on ice- Basic behavior of logical sub-control. Properties on asphalt- Very good lateral ...
Strong:
Dry Braking
Weak:
Snow Handling
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4
of 8
2018 Vi Studded Winter Tire Test

2018
Winner: Continental IceContact 2

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4
of 10
2017 Autocenter Studded Winter Tire Test

2017
Winner: Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9

The Gislaved Nord * Frost 200 offers excellent dry and wet lateral grip and handling, but has weak braking. In the snow and ice it can't match the best on test but still scores well.
Weak:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking
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