Nokian Powerproof 1
WatchThe Nokian Tires Powerproof 1 is designed for passenger cars, SUVs, and crossovers, the Powerproof 1 emphasizes stability and control at high speeds, catering to drivers seeking precision and safety. It incorporates Dual Zone Safety technology, with a Power Zone for exact handling and a Wet Safety Zone for enhanced performance on wet roads. The tire's Power Sense compound improves wet grip, lowers rolling resistance, and increases durability.
Expected Mileage
23,090
miles
High Confidence
2
Reviews
88%
Average
9,000
miles driven
3
Tests (avg: 15th)
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Latest Tire Test Results
2025 Summer Tire Test Shootout
13th/52
225/40 R18 • 2025
2025 ADAC Summer Tire Test
14th/18
225/40 R18 • 2025
The Nokian Tires Powerproof 1 achieves a "satisfactory" overall rating, limited by its "satisfactory" performance in driving safety, despite a "good" environmental performance score. On dry roads, it provides inadequate feedback, lacks precision, and is sensitive to temperature, leading to unstable handling. However, it achieves good braking. On wet roads, it performs well across all criteria, earning "good" ratings for braking, aquaplaning resistance, and handling. Its environmental performance is "good," with good projected mileage, abrasion, and efficiency.
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance Tire Test
17th/21
225/40 R18 • 2025
The Nokian Powerproof 1 offered good aquaplaning reserves, short braking distances, and quiet rolling noise of 72.7 dB combined with low rolling resistance of 8.93 kg/t. It performed well in straight-line aquaplaning tests though less impressively in curved aquaplaning situations. Its major limitations were restricted mileage of 31,820 kilometers and strong understeer tendencies in wet conditions, making it less predictable at the limit. With a reasonable price of €296, it achieved acceptable cost performance at €9.30 per 1000 kilometers, earning a "satisfactory" rating.
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| Size | Fuel | Wet | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 inch | |||
| 235/60 R18 107 W XL | C | A | 72 |
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April 1, 2025
Where is the Powerproof 1 produced? After several generations of Nokian tires I drove with satisfaction, it is time to say good bye, based on latest performance...
The Powerproof 1 was moved to China after Nokian lost their Russian factory. The Powerproof still tests ok but there could be a quality control issue. The good news is that Nokian have just opened a new European factory so expect some updates soon!
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Latest Nokian Powerproof 1 Reviews
Given 90%
while driving a
Alfa Romeo 159
(225/50 R17)
on mostly motorways
for 2,000 average miles
Bought them because of the price, 70 euro/tire size 225/50/17. Mine are made in china, idk if this is a disadvantage or is a lower quality than the ones that are made in other country.
Personally, pretty good tires overall, good grip in both dry and wet conditions and good stability. Tires are a little noisy, but it's not that bad. Not that confortable as expected, but very decent for their price.
Personally, pretty good tires overall, good grip in both dry and wet conditions and good stability. Tires are a little noisy, but it's not that bad. Not that confortable as expected, but very decent for their price.
Given 86%
while driving a
Audi A4 Avant B9
(245/40 R18)
on mostly country roads
for 7,000 average miles
Very good tire, very comfortable to dry with. Very good in rain