Nokian WR D4 - Test Results

Test Statistics

25

Tests Completed

6^th

Average Position

1^st

Best Result

14^th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across 25 winter tests, the Nokian WR D4 delivers a balanced but snow- and efficiency-focused performance profile. It frequently scores top-tier results on snow and often excels in rolling resistance, translating to strong economy credentials. Several podiums and a test win (AutoCentrum 2017) underscore its capability, particularly in smaller and mid-size fitments.

Its weaknesses cluster in wet and dynamic dry handling, where it trends mid-pack or lower despite occasionally strong dry braking. Variability across sizes appears: it shines in 14-16-inch mainstream sizes but slips in UHP dimensions. Overall, it's a safe, winter-biased choice prioritizing snow traction/braking and low fuel use over ultimate wet pace and sporty handling.

Performance Strengths

Snow Performance Strong Details
• 2nd place snow braking in 2018 AMS (25.6 m, +0.8% from best)
• 2nd place snow handling in 2018 Auto Bild (52.7 km/h, +0.2% from best)
• Best snow braking in 2015 Auto Bild Performance (category mention)
• Consistently strong snow results noted in 2016 AZ ("scores extremely well on snow")
Rolling Resistance / Efficiency Strong Details
• 1st of 11 rolling resistance in 2018 AMS (7.8 kg/t)
• 1st of 22 rolling resistance in 2018 Auto Bild (6.96 kg/t)
• Environmental advantage noted in 2018 Auto Bild ("huge advantage in fuel use")
• 2nd of 8 rolling resistance in 2017 AC (8.12 kg/t, +1.6% from best)
Dry Braking Moderate Details
• 1st place dry braking in 2017 AC (27.76 m)
• 3rd of 21 dry braking in 2017 Auto Bild (44.5 m, +17.4% from best)
• 4th of 22 dry braking in 2018 Auto Bild (44.5 m, +12.7% from best)
• 3rd of 11 dry braking in 2018 AMS (43.8 m, +4.8% from best)
Overall Results / Awards Moderate Details
• 1st of 8 overall in 2017 AC
• 2nd of 10 in 2016 AMS SUV
• 2nd of 8 in 2016 Auto Express
• 3rd of 12 in 2018 ACE
• 7th of 43 in 2016 Auto Bild market overview

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Performance (Braking and Handling) Strong Details
• 20th of 22 wet braking in 2018 Auto Bild (37.3 m, +8.7%)
• 18th of 22 wet handling in 2018 Auto Bild (69.7 km/h, +4.3%)
• 7th of 11 wet braking and 8th of 11 wet handling in 2018 AMS (+15.9% and +6% from best)
• 12th of 21 wet braking in 2017 Auto Bild (+12.9%)
Dry Handling / Sporty Dynamics Moderate Details
• 16th of 22 dry handling in 2018 Auto Bild (+3.8% from best)
• 17th of 21 dry handling in 2017 Auto Bild (+4.3%)
• 9th of 11 dry handling in 2018 AMS (+2% from best)
• Comment in 2015 AMS: "strong where Nokian was weak in the dry"
Wear/Longevity (select tests) Minor Details
• 20th of 20 wear in 2017 Auto Bild (28,875 km, +40.3% from best; higher is worse)
• Mid-pack value scores in 2017-2018 Auto Bild (e.g., 10/21 value in 2018)

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2019 ADAC 185/65 R15 Winter Tire Test

2019
Winner: Dunlop Winter Response 2

Good

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