The Kleber Krisalp HP3 is a winter touring tire with strong snow traction and braking, good aquaplaning resistance and generally low noise. Its main compromises are wet and dry braking and handling, particularly when pushed.
The quick answer
Owners say84%from 36 owner reviews71% would buy againRead the reviews
Strengths & weaknessesSnow, WetDry, IceRelative 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 October 2026.
The Kleber Krisalp HP3, from Michelin's second brand, shares fifth place with a 'good' verdict. It is the best snow tire in the test and one of Auto Bild's good-value picks, with some ground given away on wet roads.
In 245/45 R19, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 is projected to cost €27.09 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €677 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test.
Tire purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tirecost per 1,000 miles
Assumes a typical car doing 29 mpg (rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €6.25 per gallon and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2026 test; financing costs are excluded.
Across the 23 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stops 5.5% longer than premium rivals, 0.6% longer than mid-range rivals and 5.3% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 72/100, and owners rate it 8.5/10 in the wet from 36 reviews.
How good is the Kleber Krisalp HP3 in the dry?
Across the 15 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stops 1.4% longer than premium rivals, 0.4% longer than mid-range rivals and 2.9% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 34/100, and owners rate it 8.5/10 in the dry from 36 reviews.
How good is the Kleber Krisalp HP3 in the snow?
Across the 23 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stops 2.4% shorter than premium rivals, 3.7% shorter than mid-range rivals and 16% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 11 snow-traction tests, it is 0.4% worse than premium rivals, 2.1% better than mid-range rivals and 20.4% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 90/100, and owners rate it 8.9/10 in the snow from 36 reviews.
How good is the Kleber Krisalp HP3 on ice?
Across the 2 ice-braking tests it has featured in, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 stops 4.8% longer than premium rivals, 2.3% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.4% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 20/100, and owners rate it 8/10 on ice from 36 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Kleber Krisalp HP3?
Across the 13 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Kleber Krisalp HP3's rolling resistance is 3.6% higher than premium rivals, 0.9% higher than mid-range rivals and 2.7% higher than budget rivals.
More questions about the Kleber Krisalp HP3(12)
How many miles does the Kleber Krisalp HP3 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 is expected to last around 29,759 miles (47,892 km).
What do owners say about the Kleber Krisalp HP3?
Across 36 owner ratings the Kleber Krisalp HP3 averages 84%. Owners rate Snow Grip highest at 8.9 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 8. 14 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 88% of owners score it 70% or better.
How much does the Kleber Krisalp HP3 cost to run?
In 245/45 R19, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 is projected to cost €27.09 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €677 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Hankook Winter I*cept Evo 4, at €26.23.
What is the Kleber Krisalp HP3's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Kleber Krisalp HP3 most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 69 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Kleber Krisalp HP3?
Owners rate the Kleber Krisalp HP3 8.8 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 27 reviews.
How well do the Kleber Krisalp HP3 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Kleber Krisalp HP3 8.4 out of 10 for wear across 27 reviews. 14 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 12,500 miles.
Would owners buy the Kleber Krisalp HP3 again?
71% of owners say they would buy the Kleber Krisalp HP3 again, based on the 35 owner reviews that answered the question. 49% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Kleber Krisalp HP3's snow traction?
Of the 26 owner reviews analyzed for the Kleber Krisalp HP3, 14 mention snow traction: 13 praise it (strong snow traction) and 1 criticise it (weak snow traction). Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Kleber Krisalp HP3's wet grip?
Of the 26 owner reviews analyzed for the Kleber Krisalp HP3, 14 mention wet grip: 13 praise it (confident wet grip) and 1 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "Grip is superb, both wet and dry". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Kleber Krisalp HP3's road noise?
Of the 26 owner reviews analyzed for the Kleber Krisalp HP3, 13 mention road noise: 10 praise it (quiet) and 3 criticise it (noisy). One owner wrote: "Not very noisy for a winter tire either". Read those reviews
What does the Kleber Krisalp HP3 replace?
The Kleber Krisalp HP3 is the successor to the Kleber Krisalp HP2 in Kleber's range.
What sizes does the Kleber Krisalp HP3 come in?
The Kleber Krisalp HP3 is available in 112 sizes, ranging from 155-275/35-70 R14-20.
Kleber are a French company owned by Michelin. They have tire production factories across Europe and even the far east, so it would be difficult to answer as different sizes can be produced in different factories. I suggest contacting Kleber with your size.
Most drivers rate the Kleber Krisalp HP3 highly, praising its strong snow and wet performance, low noise/comfort for a winter tire, and decent wear/value. Dry grip and handling precision are adequate for normal driving but can feel soft with noticeable understeer if pushed; several users report a 'jelly/boat-like' feel. A minority mention noise at certain speeds, vibration/manufacturing issues in specific batches, and weaker performance on ice or slush at higher speeds. Overall sentiment is positive with safety and winter capability as standout strengths.
What owners mention most counted across 26 reviews
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Owner ratings averaged from 36 ratings
Owner score84%
Snow Grip89%
Comfort88%
Wet Grip85%
Dry Grip85%
Wear84%
Road Feedback82%
Handling81%
Ice Grip80%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 72%
“First thing I noticed at this tires is "jelly-like" move, the car it feels like a boat, horrible feeling. I don't care so much of the winter capabilities wich is ok, good grip in all condition but man... the sensation...”
“Driven two winter seasons on Dacia Duster The function of a winter tire is mainly to perform well in snowy conditions. This tire performed well below average on icy snow and below average on fluffy snow. Overall - a...”
“I've used these tires on four different cars / four different sizes in the span of 9 years. These are a powerhouse in the snow, I've never had any problem or wheel spin no matter 4x4 or FWD. They are excellent in the...”
Great snow and ice grip, much better than any winter tire i had before.
Good durability as well. Dry grip is fine, wet grip not as much and must be kept in mind. Not very noisy for a winter tire either. Would buy again if they are on discount.
I've used these tires on four different cars / four different sizes in the span of 9 years. These are a powerhouse in the snow, I've never had any problem or wheel spin no matter 4x4 or FWD. They are excellent in the wet and I've never felt unsafe. Very good comfort and good wear. The reason I always buy again is because of safety - they are #1 on snow in pretty much every test, beating Michelin and Continental over and over again; they are always #1 or #2 in aquaplaning; they are always in the top for low noise, which matters to me. In the dry almost all tires perform adequate, but the hidden dangers lurk on snow and wet roads. So I don't need it to be top on dry, but I appreciate being safe when the risks are highest. Also, the compound is a bit softer than the rest, so if you store them correctly it will remain soft for many winters, it will take more seasons to have to replace them. Now the negative - the sidewall is rather thin and flexible, so with a higher tire you will eventually get some roll when hard cornering. My SUV's top speed is 165km/h so it doesn't matter to me, but if you drive sporty, look at low tires or at another model like Hankook icept evo 3, as this will inevitably affect handling precision and overall feel.
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First thing I noticed at this tires is "jelly-like" move, the car it feels like a boat, horrible feeling. I don't care so much of the winter capabilities wich is ok, good grip in all condition but man... the sensation of boat is very bad, for me...
I never buy again, i changed at mid of life with a set of bomb proof Debica Frigo HP2, that is good but loudly an the fuel milleage is slightly bigger, but a very good tire.
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Good tires for moderate driving in cold conditions, I have taken them in snow and icy mountain drives. The tread pattern is good, I've had no issue with them, they have enough grip, no slipping or sliding when taking off or cornering in snowy conditions, but my car is AWD and I drive carefully in such conditions. In wet conditions tire also perfroms well, fair aquaplaning capability, adequate grip, no issues. Everything is good up to the moment you start driving hard - you can tell these tires are not meant for speed. I only push my AWD car in dry conditions and let me tell you I was sliding all over the place, also weak braking capability. I dont want to imagine driving this tire hard in cold conditions. JUST DONT DRIVE HARD AND YOU WONT HAVE ANY PROBLEMS.
75%
Member
Skoda
185/60 R15
20,000 miles
A Combination of Roads
Spirited
My fifth consecutive winter on this set of tires, and the Kleber are often competitive performers in their own right in smaller sizes and higher profiles. Decent feedback throughout the operating spectrum, I've always sensed the limits and never felt I don't know what's going on. Dry cornering grip swiftly washes out in higher temperatures -- it is a winter tire after all (a few comments on this at the end). Otherwise, in its operating range it is utterly predictable in normal driving and progressive in its tendency to understeer. In the wet, well tested this winter, it's agile and grippy, resisting aquaplaning very well particularly in corners. A question mark over straight line performance in big puddles as it has worn, more cautious. Braking - well in all the above, as I don't seem to have tested its limits so far, thankfully. Not even one ABS shudder. Snow, mainly fresh or slushy, very good grip and handling. Less experience of durably packed sub-zero snow over these years, even at higher altitude.
This brings me to my comment. My natural environment for the past three decades has largely been subalpine, and within a handful of kms in all directions winter tires are compulsory. And yes, in practice they have been a must. Even with the noticeable impact of changing climate a grippier tire in winter remains essential because of the risk of a sudden if short-lived return of snowfall just when you're out there. Firstly, this tire has been my faithful and robust workhorse, coping with the associated crud like mud streams, fallen branches, rocks and stones, and holes that are now more frequently found on 'warmer' but wet alpine roads, and without warning. It's kept me and my car safe.
Secondly, I'll be moving shortly but will still be around these parts in winter. I'm wondering if my winter swap won't be to an all-seasons tire (I value summer tires in summer). I'd like to see more testing of all tires at or beyond the upper extremes of their temperature ranges (eg. 10-17°C and 32-45°C - these have been my realities for the last decade).
No comment on wear - difficult to judge through the low mileage Covid years, plus tires make immense progress in the time that I keep a set. One final comment: in general, I've had better experiences with smaller cars on winter tires.
Driven two winter seasons on Dacia Duster
The function of a winter tire is mainly to perform well in snowy conditions. This tire performed well below average on icy snow and below average on fluffy snow. Overall - a disappointment!
I purchased these tires in my country for 420 euro and initially, they were good. After driving 100km I noticed that a vibration started to feel on the steering wheel. I went to the place where I purchased those tires and they said that this tire has some manufacture issues and I should replace them, I replaced them twice and both had the same issue, so I don't recommend these tires made in Romania. The driving experience it's really nice, and they're really quiet, however, the manufacturing quality it's awful... Better choose Michelin Alpin 6 even if they're much more expensive.
Good tires. Had it on a Prius 2 in Finland. It worked well even in the deepest of snow and on black ice. Compared to Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 tires it is better in every way, except for the clear ice traction and braking. I left it on for summer as my Nordman SX2 are only marginally better in the dry, but much worse in the wet. Fuel consumption is slightly better with the Nordman tires though and I didn't drive it in really hot weather.
Have Klebers for 3rd winter in my C4 Spacetourer. Excellent winter tire! Struggles in dry cornering but is something that doesn't affects me a lot since i put them only for 4 months in Greek winter for skiing. The wear is good and so the noise.
Definitely will buy then again or a newer revision of them .
I am posting also a video of a climb with grade from 15-25% and old frozen snow. No problem at all as you can see.
https://youtu.be/SPJOA1lJ-mo
Best tires I've ever owned, for the money.
Smooth like butter and quiet for a winter tire on potholes, road cracks or rough roads. Not quiet for a winter tire but really quiet.
Grip is superb, both wet and dry. Feedback is numbed by the smoothness of the tire. Handling is very good.
Very good wet and dry tires wet, confortable and excellent feedback. I have used them for 4 weinters and about 35000 km and will replace them with ... Kleber.
