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Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV

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The Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV is a winter touring tire that feels highly reassuring in real-world use, especially on wet, slushy roads and in snowfall. Drivers praise its confidence, stability at speed and unexpectedly sharp steering for a winter SUV tire. Independent tests, however, paint a more mixed picture: it stands out for aquaplaning resistance and comfort, but is held back by weaker braking performance.

8.7
Tire Reviews Score Based on Professional Tests
High Confidence View Breakdown
Dry Grip
93%
Wet Grip
95%
Road Feedback
90%
Handling
90%
Wear
78%
Comfort
83%
Buy again
93%
Snow Grip
93%
Ice Grip
77%
4 Reviews
88% Average
27,500 miles driven
3 Tests (avg: 7th)
Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV

Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV

Winter Mid-Range
BETA
8.7 / 10
Based on Professional Tests · High Confidence · Updated 23 Feb 2026

The Tire Reviews Score is the most comprehensive tire scoring system available. It aggregates professional test data from multiple independent publications, user reviews, and consistency analysis using Bayesian statistical methods, weighted normalisation, and recency-adjusted scoring to produce a single, reliable performance rating.

Learn more about our methodology
Category Scores
Comfort
82.2
0.32x / 5 tests
Wet
77.4
1.93x / 15 tests
Value
68.2
0.42x / 4 tests
Snow
63.7
1.5x / 10 tests
Dry
51.3
1.13x / 7 tests
Cross-Category Performance

Cross-category scores are derived metrics that combine data from multiple test disciplines to evaluate real-world performance characteristics.

Handling
70
12 tests
Traction
59.3
3 tests
Braking
55.8
9 tests
Score Components
Professional Tests
Weight: 80%
Tests: 3
Publications: 2
Period: 2023 - 2025
User Reviews
Weight: 15%
Reviews: 4
Avg Rating: 87.7%
Min Required: 5
Consistency
Weight: 5%
Score Std Dev: 0.33
History Points: 10
Methodology & Configuration
Scoring Process
  1. Collect Test Data: Gather results from professional tire tests across multiple publications. Minimum 1 test(s) required.
  2. Normalize Positions: Convert test positions to percentile scores using exponential weighting (factor: 1.2).
  3. Apply Recency Weighting: More recent tests are weighted higher with a decay rate of 0.95.
  4. Incorporate User Reviews: Factor in user review data (minimum 5 reviews). Weight: 15%.
  5. Bayesian Smoothing: Apply Bayesian prior (score: 7, weight: 1.5) to prevent extreme scores with limited data.
  6. Calculate Final Score: Combine all components using normalization factor of 1.1. Max score with limited data: 9.5.
Component Weights
Test Data
80%
User Reviews
15%
Consistency
5%
All Configuration Parameters
ParameterValueDescription
safety_weight 0.7 Weight multiplier for safety-related metrics
performance_weight 0.55 Weight multiplier for performance metrics
comfort_weight 0.4 Weight multiplier for comfort metrics
value_weight 0.45 Weight multiplier for value-for-money metrics
user_reviews_weight 0.15 How much user reviews contribute to the final score
test_data_weight 0.8 How much professional test data contributes to the final score
consistency_weight 0.05 How much score consistency contributes to the final score
recency_decay_rate 0.95 Rate at which older test results lose influence (higher = slower decay)
min_test_count 1 Minimum number of professional tests required
min_review_count 5 Minimum number of user reviews required
score_version 1.9 Current version of the scoring algorithm
score_normalization_factor 1.1 Factor used to normalize raw scores to the 0-10 scale
confidence_factor_weight 0.2 How much data confidence affects the final score
position_penalty_weight 0.2 Penalty applied for poor test positions
gap_penalty_threshold 12 Score gap (%) that triggers additional penalties
min_metrics_count 2 Minimum number of test metrics needed per test
limited_data_threshold 2 Number of tests below which data is considered limited
single_test_penalty 0.75 Score multiplier when only one test is available
critical_metric_penalty 0.7 Penalty for poor performance on critical safety metrics
critical_metric_threshold 70 Score below which a critical metric penalty applies
position_exponential_factor 1.2 Exponent used to amplify position-based scoring
position_exponential_threshold 0.9 Position percentile below which exponential scoring applies
gap_multiplier_critical 3 Multiplier for critical gap penalties
max_category_weight 2 Maximum weight any single category can have
max_score_limited_data 9.5 Score cap when data is limited
bayesian_prior_weight 1.5 Weight of the Bayesian prior in smoothing
bayesian_prior_score 7 Prior score used for Bayesian smoothing
evidence_test_multiplier 1.9 Multiplier for test evidence in confidence calculation
evidence_metric_divisor 3 Divisor for metric count in evidence calculation
evidence_review_divisor 10 Divisor for review count in evidence calculation
combined_penalty_floor 0.2
Data Sources
TestPublicationDateSizePositionMetrics
2025 Autobild SUV Winter Tire Test Auto Bild Sportscars 2025 235/50 R19 8/13 12 metrics
2024 AS SUV Winter Tire Test 2024 235/55 R18 9/10 12 metrics
2023 Tire Reviews SUV Winter Tire Test Tire Reviews 2023 235/60 R18 5/9 17 metrics

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The Best SUV Winter Tire? Nokian, Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, Pirelli & More Tested!

The Best SUV Winter Tire? Nokian, Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, Pirelli & More Tested!

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2023 Tire Reviews SUV Winter Tire Test
2023 · 235/60 R18
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3
Tests
7th
Average
5th
Best
9th
Worst
Latest Tire Test Results
2025 Autobild SUV Winter Tire Test
235/50 R19 • 2025
8th/13
As the test's undisputed aquaplaning champion, the NOKIAN Snowproof 2 SUV offers the highest safety reserves when driving through standing water. Testers noted it "verdrängt Wasser besonders gut" (displaces water particularly well) and was confidently in the lead in both straight and curved aquaplaning tests. This specialization comes at a significant cost to its other abilities. The tire "enttäuscht" (disappointed) with the weakest snow traction in the group and exhibited long braking distances and less-than-sporty handling on dry roads.
2024 AS SUV Winter Tire Test
235/55 R18 • 2024
9th/10
With the exception of the longer braking distances, good results on wet surfaces with decent aquaplaning prevention. Less agile, but stable handling on dry asphalt at a slightly reduced grip level.
For a Nokian, too weak and unbalanced snow performance. Extended braking distances on wet roads.
Good.
2023 Tire Reviews SUV Winter Tire Test
235/60 R18 • 2023
5th/9
Good in the wet with the best aquaplaning resistance, very good in the snow, comfortable.
Reduced performance in the dry, average rolling resistance.
The new Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV almost matched the Pirelli overall on score, but did it in a totally different way. The Nokian was one of the best tires in the snow, the very best in the deep water tests of aquaplaning which should be good for slush, and was very quiet and comfortable. It wasn't great in the dry, with the longest dry braking but the margins were small, and it was only midpack in wet handling and braking, but like in the dry the margins weren't huge. Recommended
View Test Results
Size Fuel Wet Noise
17 inch
265/65R17 116 H XL B B 73
225/60R17 99 H D B 70
225/60R17 103 V XL C B 70
235/65R17 108 H XL C B 70
235/65R17 108 V XL C B 70
18 inch
235/60R18 107 H XL C B 70
20 inch
255/45R20 105 V XL C B 73
255/45R20 105 V XL C B 73
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Review Summary

Based on 4 user reviews

Drivers report the Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV delivers excellent traction in snow and outstanding confidence on wet and slushy roads, with secure high-speed control. Several note surprisingly strong dry-road handling and precise steering for a winter tire. Overall satisfaction is high, with multiple users recommending it for challenging winter conditions.

Strengths
  • Snow traction
  • Wet and slush grip
  • High-speed stability and control
  • Dry handling and steering precision
  • Overall confidence and security
  • Strong user recommendations

Top 3 Nokian Snowproof 2 SUV Reviews

Given 86% while driving a Skoda Kodiaq 1.5 mhev (235/50 R19) on mostly motorways for 7,000 average miles
Good enough for winter.
Helpful 900
November 4, 2024
Given 94% while driving a Volvo XC60 D5 AWD Auto (235/55 R19) on mostly motorways for 8,000 average miles
Driving these tires on my Volvo XC60 D5 AWD in Switzerland since October 2023 for 13000 km.
What amazed me with those tires is the grip and security they give during heavy raining or slush. They provided excellent control at high speed during a heavy snow storm in Germany in December while the highway was not properly cleaned. And they are always secure through water puddles on the highway or when driving through heavy rain.
One drawback is the increased fuel consumption (~1 liter/100 km) while driving on rain.
There is noticeable tread wear on the front axle but I did not measure the remaining tread depth, yet.
One characteristic is the noticeable noise and steering wheel vibration during cornering at low speeds (10-20 km/h).
The highway driving noise is particularly high pitched, but not disturbing.
I am satisfied with these tires and would recommend them for anyone driving through snow, slush or rain.
Dry braking seems a bit worse than with the summer Continental Premium Contact 6 tires, but was never a practical issue.
Helpful 909
March 7, 2024
Given 96% while driving a Mercedes Benz MB GLK 220 CDI 4 matic (235/50 R19) on a combination of roads for 500 spirited miles
Nokian excellent on snow, also excellent on wet surfaces, but what was surprising was in the dry. The Kevlar reinforced sidewall significantly reduces body roll and steering angle. The tire is direct and precise, at high performance summer levels, making the handling fantastic. This driving pleasure has not been declared by the tests carried out so far, not even the aramid reinforced sidewall which reduces the risk of punctures and dents or bubbles, very important for an off-road vehicle. Unthinkable for an SUV winter tire until recently. I had the WR SUV3, which lasted 10 years, excellent on snow, but here the step forward is very big. Well done.
Helpful 893
January 21, 2024

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Initial Impressions Review
Given 78% while driving a Dacia Duster 4x4 (215/65 R16) on for 12,000 miles
This is my second season on this tires. The tires are good on snow and very good on wet and slushy roads. With 2wd and 5° incline and with 2 inch of sniw I had no issues starting up the hill. Tire also performs very good on dry roads - winter only. Wear for a winter tire is also very good. Noise and comfort is ok for dimension. I recommend this tire.
Helpful 67
January 24, 2026
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