Minerva IcePlus S210 - Test Results

Test Statistics

4

Tests Completed

37^th

Average Position

9^th

Best Result

49^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across four winter-focused tests, the Minerva IcePlus S210 consistently underperforms, with an average overall position of 37.3 and multiple bottom-tier finishes. The tire shows a single standout in dry braking (2nd/10 in a 2022 UHP winter test) and acceptable dry handling/noise for its class, but these are outweighed by pronounced deficits in wet grip, aquaplaning resistance, and snow performance. Braking-based qualification rounds in large comparative groups repeatedly place it near the back, indicating fundamental grip limitations in adverse conditions.

Performance Strengths

Dry Performance Moderate Details
• 2nd place dry braking in 2022 UHP test (+13.1% from best)
• 5th/10 dry handling in 2022 (+1.7% from best)
Value/Price and Comfort Minor Details
• 1st/9 price in 2022 test (lowest price)
• 3rd/10 noise in 2022 (+0.4 dB from best)

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Weather Performance Strong Details
• 49/54 wet braking in 2023 (+33.4% from best)
• 10/10 wet braking in 2022 (+38.3% from best)
• 10/10 wet handling in 2022 (+9% from best)
• 10/10 wet circle in 2022 (+9% from best)
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 10/10 straight aquaplaning in 2022 (+12.4% from best)
• 10/10 curved aquaplaning in 2022 (+34.1% from best)
Snow Performance Strong Details
• 9/10 snow braking in 2022 (+32.8% from best)
• 9/10 snow traction in 2022 (+27.3% from best)
• 9/9 snow handling in 2022 (+13.7% from best)
• 9/10 snow slalom in 2022 (+24.1% from best)
Overall Competitiveness in Large Comparative Tests Strong Details
• 49/54 overall in 2023 braking qualification
• 43/48 overall in 2014 braking overview
• Average overall position 37.3 across 4 tests