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Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow

Touring Winter Winter rated

The Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow is a Touring Winter tire designed to be fitted to SUV and 4x4s.

The quick answer

Owners say 85% from 7 owner reviews 100% would buy again Read the reviews
Tests say 21st average finish across 9 independent tests Latest: P21 of 50 · 2021 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Snow, Wet Dry, Value 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 January 2025.

  • 7owner reviews
  • 90,300miles driven
  • 9professional tests
Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow 1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow

6.8/10

Better than 44% of winter tires

  • Medium Confidence
  • 3 tests
  • 7 owner reviews
Scores of the 278 winter tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests3 tests · 1 publication · 2018-2021 40% 90%
Owner reviews7 owner reviews · rated 85% 74% 10%
Combined 44% 6.8

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 49% 30% 3
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow 53% 23% 2
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice Not tested, counted as average 18% –
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 24% 17% 1
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 15% 6% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 41% 5% 1

Weights are shares of the test result. Owner reviews are blended in afterwards. 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.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 52% 3
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 29% 1

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 84% of the test figure. The other 16% 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

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2021 2021 Winter Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P21 / 50
  2. 2019 2019 Winter Tire Test Market Overview Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P33 / 53
  3. 2018 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 195/65 R15 P18 / 20
  4. 2018 2018 51 Winter Tire Shootout Auto Bild · 195/65 R15 P16 / 52 Placing only
  5. 2016 2016 Winter Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P23 / 49 Placing only
  6. 2016 2016 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 225/45 R17 ADAC · 225/45 R17 P12 / 13 Placing only
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  1. 2015 2015 Winter Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 185/60 R14 P23 / 51 Placing only
  2. 2014 2014 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 195/65 R15 ADAC · 195/65 R15 P12 / 14 Placing only
  3. 2014 2014 50 Winter Tire Braking Overview Auto Bild · 225/50 R17 P33 / 49 Placing only
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Tested 9 times by independent publications, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow averages a finish of 21st.

9 Tests
0 Test Wins
21st Average
12th Best
33rd Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20142021

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20212021 Winter Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P21 / 50
20192019 Winter Tire Test Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P33 / 53
20182018 Auto Bild Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 195/65 R15P18 / 20
20182018 51 Winter Tire ShootoutAuto Bild · 195/65 R15P16 / 52
20162016 Winter Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P23 / 49
20162016 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 225/45 R17ADAC · 225/45 R17P12 / 13
20152015 Winter Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 185/60 R14P23 / 51
20142014 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 195/65 R15ADAC · 195/65 R15P12 / 14
20142014 50 Winter Tire Braking OverviewAuto Bild · 225/50 R17P33 / 49

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

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Running Costs
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In 195/65 R15, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow is projected to cost €23.20 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €580 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test.

Goodyear UltraGrip 9€15.68
Continental WinterContact TS 860€19.69
Hankook Winter i cept RS2€21.72
Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow€23.20
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 2018 test; financing costs are excluded.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range46 sizes available

185-275Width40-75Profile15-20Rim82-109 T-VLoad/Speed Index2012First On Market

EU LabelAcross 46 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

71-73dB

3PMSF on every size

Popular sizes225/45 R17225/75 R16185/65 R15235/55 R17235/50 R18
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow in the wet?
Across the 3 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow stops 8.1% longer than premium rivals, 2.9% longer than mid-range rivals and 2.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 49/100, and owners rate it 8.1/10 in the wet from 7 reviews.
How good is the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow stops 0.8% longer than premium rivals, 1.1% longer than mid-range rivals and 6.4% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 24/100, and owners rate it 7.7/10 in the dry from 7 reviews.
How good is the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow in the snow?
Across the 2 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow stops 1.9% longer than premium rivals, 0.5% longer than mid-range rivals and 11.2% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 53/100, and owners rate it 9/10 in the snow from 7 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow's rolling resistance is 3% higher than premium rivals, 4.5% higher than mid-range rivals and 3% higher than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow last?
Based on test and owner data, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow is expected to last around 21,251 miles (34,200 km).
More questions about the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow (6)
How much does the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow cost to run?
In 195/65 R15, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow is projected to cost €23.20 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €580 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Goodyear UltraGrip 9, at €15.68.
What is the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow most commonly carries EU label ratings of E for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow?
Owners rate the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow 9.2 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 6 reviews.
How well do the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow 8.8 out of 10 for wear across 6 reviews. 1 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 4,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow again?
100% of owners say they would buy the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow again, based on the 7 owner reviews that answered the question. 14% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What sizes does the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow come in?
The Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow is available in 69 sizes, ranging from 185-275/40-75 R15-20.
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What owners say

Across 7 owner ratings the Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow averages 85%. Owners rate Comfort highest at 9.2 out of 10 and Handling lowest at 7.7. 1 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 100% of owners score it 70% or better.

Owner ratings averaged from 7 ratings

  • Owner score 85%
  • Comfort 92%
  • Snow Grip 90%
  • Ice Grip 90%
  • Wear 88%
  • Wet Grip 81%
  • Road Feedback 81%
  • Dry Grip 77%
  • Handling 77%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 86%

“This is my first set of Matador tires and even though I was a little afraid since it is a cheaper brand within Continental company I am very satisfied. In the summer I use the same size Continental SportContact 5 in...”

  • Opel Insignia B
  • 5,000 miles
Read full review → 810 found this helpful
Longest term 95%

“these tires were on my vrs when bought , I was unsure at first but after driving all winter on these I was very surprised how they performed . Shifted loads of water , handling in the wet super , coped as well in dry...”

  • Skoda Octavia vRS
  • 32,000 miles
Read full review → 601 found this helpful

All 6 Matador MP 92 Sibir Snow reviews

Score spread across 6 written reviews
86%
Member
This is my first set of Matador tires and even though I was a little afraid since it is a cheaper brand within Continental company I am very satisfied. In the summer I use the same size Continental SportContact 5 in standard load version. These winter Matador tires came in extra load version. The differece in the comfort is not noticeable. Also in comparison to summer Continental the noise is not higher.
In the wet they feel very safe even at motorway speeds. in sharper turns their grip is very good as well. Until now I have not experienced aquaplaning in any situation.
In the dry at higher temperatures (above 14-15 °C) the braking distance is longer and they feel soft but as soon as the temperature decreases below 10 °C it is much better.
The snow traction and braking is very good and the traction is reasonable even on moist/muddy forrest road.
Overall I am pleasantly surprised. Bearing in mind the price I was expecting much bigger difference in comparison to premium brands.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 8
  • Snow Grip 9
  • Ice Grip 9
Helpful 810
95%
Member
these tires were on my vrs when bought , I was unsure at first but after driving all winter on these I was very surprised how they performed . Shifted loads of water , handling in the wet super , coped as well in dry conditions through the summer . So much so I put the new hectoras on these were a bit noisy though ,. Would recommend the Subir snow for winter driving
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 601
81%
Member
Not expensive tires but great quality overall. Good on dry, satisfactory on wet . Not tested on ice but good on snow. Sidewalls a little bit soft. Very good ride comfort ( far better than optimo k415 ). Can't tell exactly about wear. I would buy it again.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 587

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83%
Member
Overall excellent tires for the price. New tires are excelent on snow and wet condition roads. Also gives quite good feedback on ice. A little worn starts to slip more on ice, but are stil great on icy or frozen gravel roads. Wear is even anv haven't noticed any disbalance.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 9
Helpful 614
80%
Member
Normally I take only premium brands, Matador chosen first time after my friend checked them on his car and persuaded me to buy.Tested on Suzuki SX4 for one winter season in Bosnia and Herzegowina.Very able in deep fresh snow, surprisingly good traction and braking. Good handling on dry surfaces, very good on wet asphalt during braking, predictible behavior.Much less noisy than some premium winter tires I had last 20 years. For one season which was not so snowy in Bosnia there are hardly any signs of wear (I took off them early as spring came very early) during 5000km milleage on them. All in all - a bargain as I see no week point during the use but the price i so good.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 7
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 655
80%
Member
Don`t know yet about wear, but on the black or white ice (compressed snow) and standard ice, tire works good - 8/10 at braking. Same in the snow.
Torque and accelaration on the ice or compacted snow also very good.
Even with 2-wd it is about 8 from 10.

A bit less good is cornering on ice. Car tends to slip traight instead of turning.

In the mud tire does not perform as well as Debica Frigo 2 - this was REALLY good tire in all kinds of snow and ice and also in MUD.
If we compare with this tire, Debica could fly as fast as 60 kph during slip track turn, while MP92 flew off the same track already at 30 kph...

But overall pretty satisfied with MP92 for winter conditions.

Waiting for lake ice to test in at full performance 4x4
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 7
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
Helpful 576
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