Tested 22 times by independent publications, the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 averages a finish of 16th. Its strongest discipline is Straight Aqua, beating 73% of the field across 11 tests; its weakest is Dry Braking, at 21% across 11 tests.
2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test P15 of 20
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 finishes 15th with a 'satisfactory' verdict. It is excellent value and resists aquaplaning well, but its long wet braking is a clear safety drawback.
Where the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 finished in each measured discipline, across every test that measured it against at least two other tires. Field beaten is the share of the other tires it outranked in that measurement.
| Discipline | Tests | Avg finish | Field beaten | Firsts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry | ||||
| Dry Braking Weak | 11 | P12.7 of 15.9 | 21% | - |
| Dry Handling | 8 | P10 of 14.4 | 32% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2 | P7.5 of 12 | 38% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 17 | P18.9 of 28.9 | 31% | - |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 2 | P17.5 of 23.5 | 25% | - |
| Wet Handling | 8 | P11 of 14.3 | 21% | - |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2 | P7 of 12 | 38% | - |
| Wet Circle | 7 | P9.6 of 17.1 | 36% | - |
| Straight Aqua Strong | 11 | P4.8 of 15.9 | 73% | 1 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 7 | P6.9 of 15.6 | 59% | - |
| Snow | ||||
| Snow Braking | 14 | P8.7 of 19.3 | 49% | - |
| Snow Traction | 11 | P11.2 of 15.8 | 31% | - |
| Snow Handling | 8 | P11.1 of 13.8 | 19% | - |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 2 | P9 of 12 | 28% | - |
| Snow Circle | 1 | P6 of 10 | 44% | - |
| Snow Slalom | 4 | P9.8 of 16.5 | 38% | - |
| Ice | ||||
| Ice Braking | 2 | P19 of 23.5 | 20% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 4 | P11 of 14 | 22% | - |
| Noise | 9 | P9.4 of 16.1 | 42% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Wear | 5 | P10.6 of 19.4 | 42% | - |
| Value | 3 | P3.3 of 16.7 | 84% | 1 |
| Rolling Resistance | 9 | P11.4 of 14 | 22% | - |
| Fuel Consumption | 1 | P1 of 31 | 100% | 1 |
| Abrasion | 3 | P7.3 of 19 | 54% | - |
Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Firestone Winterhawk 4
12 shared: 4 ahead, 8 behind
Compare with Winterhawk 4 |
12 | 4 | 8 | - | 33% |
 Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
12 shared: 0 ahead, 10 behind
|
12 | 0 | 10 | 2 | 0% |
 Dunlop Winter Sport 5
12 shared: 0 ahead, 12 behind
|
12 | 0 | 12 | - | 0% |
 Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
12 shared: 0 ahead, 12 behind
Compare with WinterContact TS 870 P |
12 | 0 | 12 | - | 0% |
 Michelin Alpin 6
11 shared: 0 ahead, 11 behind
|
11 | 0 | 11 | - | 0% |
 Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
11 shared: 0 ahead, 11 behind
Compare with UltraGrip Performance 3 |
11 | 0 | 11 | - | 0% |
 Fulda Kristall Control HP2
10 shared: 4 ahead, 6 behind
|
10 | 4 | 6 | - | 40% |
 Kleber Krisalp HP3
10 shared: 1 ahead, 9 behind
|
10 | 1 | 9 | - | 10% |
 BFGoodrich gForce Winter 2
10 shared: 0 ahead, 10 behind
|
10 | 0 | 10 | - | 0% |
 Semperit Speed Grip 5
10 shared: 0 ahead, 10 behind
|
10 | 0 | 10 | - | 0% |
 Bridgestone Blizzak 6
9 shared: 0 ahead, 9 behind
Compare with Blizzak 6 |
9 | 0 | 9 | - | 0% |
 Giti GitiWinterW2
9 shared: 0 ahead, 9 behind
Compare with GitiWinterW2 |
9 | 0 | 9 | - | 0% |
 Michelin Pilot Alpin 5
9 shared: 0 ahead, 9 behind
Compare with Pilot Alpin 5 |
9 | 0 | 9 | - | 0% |
 Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906
8 shared: 2 ahead, 6 behind
|
8 | 2 | 6 | - | 25% |
 Vredestein Wintrac Pro
8 shared: 1 ahead, 7 behind
Compare with Wintrac Pro |
8 | 1 | 7 | - | 13% |
 Falken Eurowinter HS01
7 shared: 2 ahead, 3 behind
|
7 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 40% |
 Kumho Winter Craft WP52
7 shared: 2 ahead, 5 behind
Compare with Winter Craft WP52 |
7 | 2 | 5 | - | 29% |
 Hankook Winter i cept evo3
7 shared: 0 ahead, 7 behind
Compare with Winter i cept evo3 |
7 | 0 | 7 | - | 0% |
 Toyo Observe S 944
6 shared: 3 ahead, 3 behind
|
6 | 3 | 3 | - | 50% |
 Barum Polaris 5
6 shared: 3 ahead, 3 behind
|
6 | 3 | 3 | - | 50% |
Drawn from 21 tests. Updated October 27, 2026.
Across 21 independent winter tests, the Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 most consistently stands out for strong aquaplaning resistance, frequently running near the top of its class even when its overall result is low. It was 1st for straight-line aquaplaning in the 2020 Auto Bild SUV test, 2nd/13 in straight aquaplaning in both the 2024 Auto Bild SUV test (+1.0% from best) and 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars test (+1.4%), and was explicitly called out as having “Best aquaplaning performance” and a “real strength” in aquaplaning by testers. Value is often part of the appeal (e.g. “second-cheapest” in 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars; “cheapest tire in the test” in 2026 Auto Express), and it can show respectable snow braking in some formats (e.g. 3rd/30, +0.7% from best in the 2026 Auto Bild 50-tire braking qualifier).
best winter tire in curved aquaplaning and third-best in a straight line- 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2026)
second only to the Hankook in both aquaplaning tests- 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test (2026)
good longitudinal aquaplaning resistance- 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test (2025)
good longitudinal aquaplaning resistance- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
very good safety reserves for aquaplaning- 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2024)
good efficiency- 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test (2025)
good fuel efficiency- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
Good in the dry, wet and ice, low fuel consumption- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
shared the third-shortest snow braking- 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2026)
good snow braking- 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test (2025)
Good traction and short braking distances on snowy roads- 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2024)
Short snow braking distances- 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire Test (2022)
short snow braking distances- 2020 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2020)
Particularly good on dry roads (top mark), good in the wet- 2022 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
The Snow WP6 was excellent in the dry, good straight aquaplaning resistance, lowest noise on test- 2021 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2021)
Good in the dry, wet and ice, low fuel consumption- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
Good results in the dry and wet- 2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
top marks on dry roads- 2020 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 205/55 R16 (2020)
Particularly good on dry roads (top mark), good in the wet- 2022 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
Good in the dry, wet and ice, low fuel consumption- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
Good results in the dry and wet- 2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
also good in the wet- 2020 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 205/55 R16 (2020)
low road noise- 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2024)
lowest noise on test- 2021 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2021)
it is the cheapest tire in the test to run per kilometer- 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2026)
had the longest wet braking of the ranked tires, which earned a safety penalty- 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2026)
Wet braking was among the worst in the field- 2026 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2026)
among the weaker tires for wet and dry braking and handling- 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test (2026)
records by far the longest braking distance at 186 feet- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tire Test (2025)
longer braking distances in wet conditions- 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2024)
dry braking was little better- 2026 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2026)
among the weaker tires for wet and dry braking and handling- 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test (2026)
Dry performance continues the disappointment with the longest braking distance at 152 feet- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tire Test (2025)
slightly longer wet and dry braking distances- 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire Test (2022)
Slightly longer wet and dry braking distances- 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2022)
the weakest tire on snow, last in braking, traction and the slalom- 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test (2026)
Weaknesses on snow and ice, high fuel consumption and wear (devaluation.)- 2022 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
Very weak on snow and ice, high wear- 2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
Poor grip on snow, high rolling resistance- 2021 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2021)
Slightly weak on snow, very high wear- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
only adequate steering feedback and precision requiring frequent corrections- 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test (2025)
It lacks precision and feedback on dry surfaces, requiring frequent steering corrections- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
Significantly delayed steering response- 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2024)
Longer wet braking distances, slow steering response, higher rolling resistance- 2020 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2020)
projected life of only 18,952 miles- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tire Test (2025)
Weaknesses on snow and ice, high fuel consumption and wear (devaluation.)- 2022 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
low mileage- 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2022)
Slightly weak on snow, very high wear- 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
Very weak on snow and ice, high wear- 2021 ADAC 17 Inch Winter Tire Test (2021)
Rolling resistance was poor too- 2026 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2026)
Weaknesses on snow and ice, high fuel consumption and wear (devaluation.)- 2022 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2022)
high rolling resistance- 2022 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2022)
high rolling resistance- 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire Test (2022)
Poor grip on snow, high rolling resistance- 2021 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2021)
second-slowest on the handling course- 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test (2026)
below average for snow handling- 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test (2026)
only manages satisfactory handling with early under/oversteering tendencies and moderate limit performance- 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test (2025)
limited lateral guidance- 2024 Auto Bild SUV Winter Tire Test (2024)
Only satisfactory handling qualities on snowy and dry roads- 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire Test (2022)
the wet handling lap felt tentative and demanded very gentle throttle inputs to avoid wheelspin- 2026 Auto Express Winter Tire Test (2026)
combined with hectic load change reactions and severely compromised safety- 2025 AZ Performance Winter Tire Test (2025)
only adequate handling due to weak grip levels and poor force combination- 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test (2025)
among the weaker tires for wet and dry braking and handling- 2026 Auto Bild Sportscars Winter Tire Test (2026)
weaknesses on dry roads limiting its overall performance- 2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
Only satisfactory handling qualities on snowy and dry roads- 2022 Sports Car UHP Winter Tire Test (2022)
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 finishes 15th with a 'satisfactory' verdict. It is excellent value and resists aquaplaning well, but its long wet braking is a clear safety drawback.
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 finished tenth and was rated satisfactory. Its aquaplaning resistance is a real strength, but it is the weakest tire on snow in this test.
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 finished tenth and is priced accordingly. It is a reasonable budget choice if snow is the main concern, but the wet results are a real compromise.
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 brings up the rear in tenth place, requiring a general overhaul according to the testers due to significant weaknesses across multiple conditions. On snow, the tire still manages to hold its own with acceptable grip and scores 18/30 for driving safety - this is actually one of its better showings among the budget profiles. However, the wheels fall off in wet conditions where the Maxxis records by far the longest braking distance at 186 feet - nearly 26 feet more than the winning Pirelli - combined with hectic load change reactions and severely compromised safety scoring just 19/45. At 62 mph on wet roads, where the BMW stops with other tires, the Maxxis would still be traveling at nearly 25 mph - an unacceptable safety margin. Dry performance continues the disappointment with the longest braking distance at 152 feet, struggles with rear axle stability, and inadequate driving safety at 18/30, while comfort suffers at just 6/10. The tire also disappoints in durability with high wear and a projected life of only 18,952 miles. Despite costing less than premium options, the Maxxis cannot be recommended due to its dangerous wet braking performance and overall lack of refinement across conditions.
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 receives only adequate ratings on dry roads and satisfactory on wet and winter surfaces, resulting in adequate overall driving safety despite good environmental performance. On dry roads, it provides only adequate steering feedback and precision requiring frequent corrections as the test vehicle doesn't follow consistent radii, with oversteering tendencies during dynamic maneuvers and above-average long braking distances rated as satisfactory. On wet surfaces, it achieves overall satisfactory performance with satisfactory braking distances and lateral aquaplaning, but only adequate handling due to weak grip levels and poor force combination, though it manages good longitudinal aquaplaning resistance. In winter conditions, it misses good ratings despite good snow braking and traction performance, but fails to achieve good ice braking and only manages satisfactory handling with early under/oversteering tendencies and moderate limit performance. This Chinese-manufactured tire receives good environmental ratings with good predicted mileage, low tire wear, and good efficiency.
Satisfactory.
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with weaknesses on dry roads limiting its overall performance. It lacks precision and feedback on dry surfaces, requiring frequent steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. While it offers satisfactory performance on wet and snowy roads, with good longitudinal aquaplaning resistance, its handling is less precise, and it has a lower threshold for understeer and oversteer. Its environmental performance is mixed, with a long lifespan and good fuel efficiency, but a higher weight and concerns about sustainability due to its production in China and manufacturing residues on new tires.
The MAXXIS Premitra Snow WP6 achieves good results on dry and wet roads. In snow, on ice, in terms of consumption and wear and tear, however, it does not get beyond a satisfactory rating. This leads to the devaluation of the overall grade. As a result, the MAXXIS can only be "recommended" overall.
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