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Nokian WR Snowproof

Premium Touring Winter Winter rated Tested by Tire Reviews · 2

Replaced by the Nokian Snowproof 2 Replaces the Nokian WR D4

This premium touring winter tire is now known as the Nokian Tires Snowproof 1, and has been replaced by the Snowproof 2 in many sizes.

The quick answer

Owners say 79% from 4 owner reviews Read the reviews
Tests say 9th average finish across 15 independent tests · 2 wins Latest: P11 of 15 · 2023 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Dry, Comfort Snow, Ice Relative to its rivals across every test we hold

Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated January 2026.

  • 4owner reviews
  • 7,000miles driven
  • 15professional tests
Nokian WR Snowproof 1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Nokian WR Snowproof

8.8/10

Better than 81% of winter tires

  • High Confidence
  • 9 tests
  • 4 owner reviews
Scores of the 278 winter tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests9 tests · 5 publications · 2019-2023 81% 100%
Owner reviewsFewer than 5 reviews, so they do not count yet – 0%
Combined 81% 8.8

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Category by category

How it compares with other winter tires in each area, and how much each area counts. 50 is the middle of the group.

Category Better than Weight Tests
WetBraking, handling and aquaplaning in the wet 55% 30% 9
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow 54% 23% 9
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice 39% 18% 3
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 91% 17% 7
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 61% 6% 5
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 65% 5% 5

By discipline

The same results grouped by what the tire was doing. They are not counted a second time.

BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 69% 9
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 68% 6
TractionEvery traction test, on any surface 41% 3

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 97% of the test figure. The other 3% comes from its predecessor, the Nokian WR D4, and it shrinks as more tests arrive.

High needs at least 3 tests, with its own results deciding 90% or more. Medium needs 2 tests and 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as tests arrive.

The tests behind it

Only measured results count. A test that published its placings alone is listed, but not scored.

  1. 2023 2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test ADAC · 225/45 R17 P11 / 15
  2. 2022 2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tire Test - 215/60 R16 ADAC · 215/60 R16 P11 / 17 Placing only
  3. 2021 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P18 / 20
  4. 2021 2021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire Test ADAC · 195/65 R15 P13 / 16 Placing only
  5. 2021 2021 Winter Tire Market Overview Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P20 / 50
  6. 2020 2020 Auto Express Winter Tire Test Auto Express · 205/55 R16 P8 / 9 Placing only
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  1. 2020 2020 ACE Winter Tire Test ACE · 225/50 R17 P7 / 9 Placing only
  2. 2020 2020 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 235/55 R17 ADAC · 235/55 R17 P6 / 13 Placing only
  3. 2019 2019 Auto Center Winter Tire Test AutoCentrum · 205/55 R16 P1 / 10
  4. 2019 Premium VS Budget Winter Tires Tire Reviews · 205/55 R16 P1 / 2
  5. 2019 2019 Auto Express Winter Tire Test Auto Express · 225/45 R17 P7 / 12 Placing only
  6. 2019 2019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tire Test Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P13 / 20
  7. 2019 Summer, All Season, All Weather, Winter, Nordic Winter and Studded Tires Tested Tire Reviews · 205/55 R16 P4 / 6
  8. 2019 2019 Winter Tire Test Market Overview Auto Bild · 225/45 R17 P11 / 53
  9. 2019 2019 AMS Winter SUV Tire Test Auto Motor Und Sport · 215/55 R17 P11 / 11
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Tested 15 times by independent publications, the Nokian WR Snowproof has taken 2 test wins with an average finish of 9th.

15 Tests
2 Test Wins
9th Average
1st Best
20th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20192023

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire Test P11 of 15

The Nokian Tires WR Snowproof offers only satisfactory steering feedback and precision on dry roads, requiring occasional corrections due to its elastic response. It tends to oversteer during dynamic evasive maneuvers or lane changes, and its limit behavior is also rated as just satisfactory. However, its braking distance is slightly above average, earning it a good rating. On wet roads, the tire's performance is unconvincing, resulting in an overall satisfactory rating. Whether in braking tests or aquaplaning behavior, its performance is below average. The tire tends to understeer or oversteer early in corners, showing imprecision and limited reserves. Overall, its handling receives an insufficient rating. On winter roads, it also earns a satisfactory rating, although it secures a good note for snow braking. Its snow traction, ice braking, and snow handling are all rated as satisfactory. The vehicle's handling is not very precise, and it tends to understeer or oversteer early, offering limited reserves. Regarding environmental impact, the tire receives a good rating for its predicted mileage and wear. Its efficiency is also rated as good, mainly due to low fuel consumption, although its weight receives a satisfactory rating.

Weak: Wet Braking, Straight Aqua, Snow Traction Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

YearTestResultAward
20232023 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tire TestADAC · 225/45 R17P11 / 15
20222022 ADAC SUV Winter Tire Test - 215/60 R16ADAC · 215/60 R16P11 / 17
20212021 Auto Bild Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P18 / 20
20212021 ADAC 15 Inch Winter Tire TestADAC · 195/65 R15P13 / 16
20212021 Winter Tire Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P20 / 50
20202020 Auto Express Winter Tire TestAuto Express · 205/55 R16P8 / 9
20202020 ACE Winter Tire TestACE · 225/50 R17P7 / 9
20202020 ADAC Winter Tire Test - 235/55 R17ADAC · 235/55 R17P6 / 13
20192019 Auto Center Winter Tire TestAutoCentrum · 205/55 R16P1 / 10
2019Premium VS Budget Winter TiresTire Reviews · 205/55 R16P1 / 2Tested by Tire Reviews
20192019 Auto Express Winter Tire TestAuto Express · 225/45 R17P7 / 12
20192019 Auto Bild Winter 17 inch Tire TestAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P13 / 20
2019Summer, All Season, All Weather, Winter, Nordic Winter and Studded Tires TestedTire Reviews · 205/55 R16P4 / 6Tested by Tire Reviews
20192019 Winter Tire Test Market OverviewAuto Bild · 225/45 R17P11 / 53
20192019 AMS Winter SUV Tire TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 215/55 R17P11 / 11

On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict

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Running Costs
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In 205/55 R16, the Nokian WR Snowproof is projected to cost €17.67 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €442 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test.

Nokian WR Snowproof€17.67
Continental WinterContact TS 870€20.25
Goodyear UltraGrip 9+€23.28
Vredestein Wintrac€24.02
Tire purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tirecost per 1,000 miles
Assumes a typical car doing 29 mpg (rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €6.25 per gallon and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2021 test; financing costs are excluded.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range73 sizes available

155-285Width35-70Profile14-20Rim77-116 Q-WLoad/Speed Index2019First On Market

EU LabelAcross 73 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

68-74dB

3PMSF on every size

Popular sizes205/60 R15205/60 R16225/50 R18195/55 R16
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Nokian WR Snowproof in the wet?
Across the 9 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Nokian WR Snowproof stops 6.5% longer than premium rivals, 0.7% longer than mid-range rivals and 4.8% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 55/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the wet from 4 reviews.
How good is the Nokian WR Snowproof in the dry?
Across the 7 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Nokian WR Snowproof stops 2.9% shorter than premium rivals, 3.3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 2.1% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 91/100, and owners rate it 8.5/10 in the dry from 4 reviews.
How good is the Nokian WR Snowproof in the snow?
Across the 9 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Nokian WR Snowproof stops 1.5% longer than premium rivals, 4.9% shorter than mid-range rivals and 12.3% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 3 snow-traction tests, it is 3.2% worse than premium rivals, 3% worse than mid-range rivals and 7.6% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 54/100, and owners rate it 7.5/10 in the snow from 4 reviews.
How good is the Nokian WR Snowproof on ice?
Across the 3 ice-braking tests it has featured in, the Nokian WR Snowproof stops 1.4% shorter than premium rivals, 0.2% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.4% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 1 ice-traction test, it is 11.6% better than premium rivals, 12.7% better than mid-range rivals and 6% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 39/100, and owners rate it 6.5/10 on ice from 4 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Nokian WR Snowproof?
Across the 4 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Nokian WR Snowproof's rolling resistance is 6% lower than premium rivals, 8.9% lower than mid-range rivals and 9.5% lower than budget rivals.
More questions about the Nokian WR Snowproof (6)
How many miles does the Nokian WR Snowproof last?
Based on test and owner data, the Nokian WR Snowproof is expected to last around 25,035 miles (40,290 km).
How much does the Nokian WR Snowproof cost to run?
In 205/55 R16, the Nokian WR Snowproof is projected to cost €17.67 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €442 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2021 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test. Of the tires compared in that test, that makes it the cheapest to run.
What is the Nokian WR Snowproof's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Nokian WR Snowproof most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 69 dB for noise.
What does the Nokian WR Snowproof replace?
The Nokian WR Snowproof is the successor to the Nokian WR D4 in Nokian's range.
Has the Nokian WR Snowproof been replaced?
The Nokian WR Snowproof has been replaced by the Nokian Snowproof 2.
What sizes does the Nokian WR Snowproof come in?
The Nokian WR Snowproof is available in 117 sizes, ranging from 155-285/35-70 R14-20.
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What owners say

Across 4 owner ratings the Nokian WR Snowproof averages 79%. Owners rate Comfort highest at 9.3 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 6.5.

Owner ratings averaged from 4 ratings

  • Owner score 79%
  • Comfort 93%
  • Wear 88%
  • Dry Grip 85%
  • Wet Grip 83%
  • Road Feedback 80%
  • Handling 78%
  • Snow Grip 75%
  • Ice Grip 65%

All 4 Nokian WR Snowproof reviews

Score spread across 4 written reviews
74%
Member
Initial Impressions
It constantly underperforms on warmer wet, acceleration usually comes with slipping and braking more aggressively also engages ABS too often on wet days. On snow it performed fairly well. Confidently cornering and braking.
It can surprise on icy roads where it looses traction with ease. Overall not bad budget friendly winter tires, but for peace of mind would go with higher rated models.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 6
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 6
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 5
  • Snow Grip 8
  • Ice Grip 6
Helpful 166
89%
Member
  • 225/50 R18
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
Smooth running characteristics and, compared to the Apollo, similar mileage – 30,000 km on the driven front axle until the 3 mm tread depth was reached – is an astonishing figure.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
  • Snow Grip 9
  • Ice Grip 8
Helpful 305
93%
Member
The tires passed the first winter with heavy snowfall on the streets, frosts down to -25C and ice on black asphalt. I am very pleased with this tire. It is a winter tire for everyday use. Fuel consumption was lower by almost a liter per 100km compared to previous tires of a similar class. The low noise level draws attention. The tire is well thought out so that it has very good results on any surface.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
  • Snow Grip 10
  • Ice Grip 9
Helpful 936

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  • BMW 320i
  • 205/60 R15 H
  • 2,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
On snow these Tires are terrible. All over the Internet i just hear ooo Nokian is producing great tires, they know what they doing and so on. Ok bought the tires because my old ones from Goodyear UG9 were old, loud and thread was gone too. I have BMW E46 and driving it very long time, over 100k km drove with it and you can say I have experince. Same snowy roads, same car and I can say there Tires are rubbish. The Car ist maybe 50% stable from how it was before. In the corners it easily slips, wheather you drive 2km/h or 15km/h. At acceleration the back of the car ist "dancing" all the time. Stopping at snow is the same with the UG9. This was a big mistake to buy these Tires, going back next time again to Goodyear!
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 7
  • Wear 7
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 1
  • Snow Grip 3
  • Ice Grip 3
Helpful 1,036
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