Tested 5 times by independent publications, the Nokian Snowproof 2 averages a finish of 11th.
2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 P8 of 16
The Nokian Snowproof 2 shares eighth place. It is capable in the wet and on snow, but ADAC marked it down to adequate overall because of its weak dry handling.
Where the Nokian Snowproof 2 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 | 3 | P4.3 of 12 | 62% | - |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 1 | P7 of 8 | 14% | - |
| Wet | ||||
| Wet Braking | 4 | P13.3 of 22.8 | 48% | - |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 2 | P8 of 14 | 46% | - |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 1 | P7 of 8 | 14% | - |
| Straight Aqua | 3 | P4 of 12 | 77% | 1 |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3 | P2.7 of 12 | 88% | 1 |
| Snow | ||||
| Snow Braking | 4 | P9.8 of 17.3 | 49% | - |
| Snow Traction | 3 | P9.7 of 12 | 17% | - |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 1 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Ice | ||||
| Ice Braking | 2 | P10 of 14 | 27% | - |
| Comfort | ||||
| Subj. Comfort | 1 | P7 of 8 | 14% | - |
| Subj. Noise | 1 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Noise | 2 | P12 of 14 | 15% | - |
| Value | ||||
| Wear | 2 | P8 of 14 | 44% | - |
| Value | 1 | P6 of 16 | 67% | - |
| Rolling Resistance | 1 | P5 of 8 | 43% | - |
| Fuel Consumption | 2 | P2 of 14 | 93% | 1 |
| Abrasion | 2 | P8 of 14 | 46% | - |
Overall finishing position against the tires that have most often shared a test with the Nokian Snowproof 2. Only tires tested alongside it at least three times are listed.
| Rival | Shared tests | Ahead | Behind | Level | Finished ahead |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
5 shared: 0 ahead, 5 behind
|
5 | 0 | 5 | - | 0% |
 Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
4 shared: 1 ahead, 3 behind
|
4 | 1 | 3 | - | 25% |
 Continental WinterContact TS 870
4 shared: 0 ahead, 4 behind
|
4 | 0 | 4 | - | 0% |
 GT Radial WinterPro2 Evo
3 shared: 1 ahead, 2 behind
|
3 | 1 | 2 | - | 33% |
 Vredestein Wintrac
3 shared: 1 ahead, 1 behind
|
3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 50% |
 Michelin Alpin 6
3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind
|
3 | 0 | 3 | - | 0% |
 Hankook Winter I cept RS3
3 shared: 0 ahead, 3 behind
|
3 | 0 | 3 | - | 0% |
The same record for the tire it replaced and the tire that replaced it.
| Tire | Tests | Wins | Avg finish | Field beaten |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nokian WR Snowproof Predecessor | 15 | 2 | 9th | 41% |
| Nokian Snowproof 2 This tire | 5 | 0 | 11th | 28% |
Drawn from 5 tests. Updated September 29, 2026.
Across five independent winter tests, the Nokian Snowproof 2 shows its clearest, most repeatable strength in aquaplaning resistance, repeatedly running near the front of the field and being explicitly singled out by testers. It won both straight and curved aquaplaning outright in the 2025 Die Reifentester test (1/8 in both), and remained strong in ADAC too (e.g. 5/16 curved aquaplaning in 2026; 2/12 curved aquaplaning in 2024). Dry braking is often a positive (2/12 in 2024 ADAC, +1.8% from best; 4/16 in 2026 ADAC, +2.3%), and it can be efficient in fuel use (2024 ADAC fuel consumption 1/12; 2026 ADAC 3/16, +1.9%).
strong aquaplaning resistance- 2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2026)
undisputed aquaplaning champion- 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tire Test (2025)
good results in aquaplaning resistance and handling- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
braked well on dry roads- 2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2026)
However, it achieves good dry braking distances- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
is light with low fuel consumption- 2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2026)
good wear resistance and efficiency due to low weight and fuel consumption- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
earns good results for snow braking and traction- 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tire Test (2025)
it achieves good snow braking- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
imprecise on dry roads, needs frequent steering corrections and slides too much in evasive maneuvers- 2026 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 185/65 R15 (2026)
shows slight weaknesses in precision and steering feedback, requiring minor corrections to maintain the desired path- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
struggled significantly on ice and snow- The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tires for 2024 (2024)
Ice braking is below average- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
struggled significantly on ice and snow- The Best Studded / Friction Winter Tires for 2024 (2024)
narrowly missing a good rating in wet braking- 2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test (2024)
wet and dry handling and dry braking lag behind Continental- 2025 Die Reifentester Winter Tire Test (2025)
Strong = top two of the field in that measurement. Weak = bottom two.
The Nokian Snowproof 2 shares eighth place. It is capable in the wet and on snow, but ADAC marked it down to adequate overall because of its weak dry handling.
Nokian’s Snowproof 2 faces stiff competition but still earns good results for snow braking and traction. It is the undisputed aquaplaning champion, topping both longitudinal and lateral tests. Its weakness is in the “summer” disciplines; wet and dry handling and dry braking lag behind Continental. It still receives a good overall score, making it a solid winter choice.
The Nokian Snowproof 2, a Central European non-studded tire, delivered typical performance for its category. It excelled in wet and dry conditions and, like the rest of its class, had far less grip on ice and snow than the Nordic tires. The tire showed good stability and comfort on the road. Its rolling resistance was the second lowest of its class, behind the Continental. While it performed adequately for its intended use, it didn't stand out among its peers.
The Nokian Tires Snowproof 2 demonstrates mixed performance across different driving conditions. On dry roads, it shows slight weaknesses in precision and steering feedback, requiring minor corrections to maintain the desired path. Its performance in sudden evasive maneuvers is not entirely convincing, with a tendency to oversteer. However, it achieves good dry braking distances. On wet surfaces, the tire performs well overall, with good results in aquaplaning resistance and handling, though narrowly missing a good rating in wet braking. Its weakest performance is on winter roads, where it achieves good snow braking but only satisfactory results in traction and handling due to average grip levels and suboptimal force combination. Ice braking is below average. Environmentally, the tire's performance is mixed, with below-average projected mileage but good wear resistance and efficiency due to low weight and fuel consumption. Overall, the Nokian Tires Snowproof 2 excels on wet roads but has room for improvement on dry and winter surfaces, as well as in terms of longevity.
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