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Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport

Ultra High Performance Winter Winter rated

The Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport is an economy Central European winter performance tire with respectable dry braking and low fuel consumption in its full test. Imprecise dry steering, weak snow handling and limited aquaplaning resistance are more significant reservations.

The quick answer

Owners say 77% from 3 owner reviews Read the reviews
Tests say 21st average finish across 4 independent tests Latest: P16 of 20 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Value, Dry Comfort, Snow 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 October 2026.

  • 3owner reviews
  • 10,000miles driven
  • 4professional tests
Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport 1 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport

6.8/10

Better than 43% of winter tires

  • Medium Confidence
  • 4 tests
  • 3 owner reviews
Scores of the 278 winter tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests4 tests · 2 publications · 2024-2026 43% 100%
Owner reviewsFewer than 5 reviews, so they do not count yet – 0%
Combined 43% 6.8

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 42% 30% 4
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow 20% 23% 4
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice 41% 18% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 69% 17% 2
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 72% 6% 2
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 26% 5% 2

Faded bars rest on one or two tests.

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 50% 4
HandlingEvery handling test, on any surface 34% 1
TractionEvery traction test, on any surface 15% 2

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 90% of the test figure. The other 10% is the average for its group, 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

  1. 2026 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P16 / 20
  2. 2026 2026 Winter Tire Braking Test - 50 Sets Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P16 / 50
  3. 2025 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test ADAC · 225/40 R18 P23 / 31
  4. 2024 2024 Winter 55 Tire Braking Test Auto Bild · 205/55 R16 P30 / 55
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Tested 4 times by independent publications, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport averages a finish of 21st.

4 Tests
0 Test Wins
21st Average
16th Best
30th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20242026

Finishing position in each test

The latest test

2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test P16 of 20

The Petlas Snowmaster 2 Sport shares 16th place with a 'satisfactory' verdict. It is a low-cost option with good efficiency, but its wet and snow grip trail the field.

Weak: Wet Handling, Snow Slalom, Noise Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

YearTestResultAward
20262026 Auto Bild Winter Tire TestAuto Bild · 245/45 R19P16 / 20
20262026 Winter Tire Braking Test - 50 SetsAuto Bild · 245/45 R19P16 / 50
20252025 ADAC Winter Tire TestADAC · 225/40 R18P23 / 31
20242024 Winter 55 Tire Braking TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16P30 / 55

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

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Running Costs
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In 245/45 R19, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport is projected to cost €21.63 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €541 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test.

Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport€21.63
Hankook Winter I*cept Evo 4€26.23
Michelin Pilot Alpin 5€35.21
Pirelli P Zero Winter 2€36.33
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 2026 test; financing costs are excluded.
Dimensions & Label Scores
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Size Range122 sizes available

155-295Width35-80Profile13-22Rim73-110 T-YLoad/Speed Index

EU LabelAcross 122 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.

Noise

71-74dB

3PMSF on every size

Popular sizes215/55 R17225/40 R18215/45 R17
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport in the wet?
Across the 4 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport stops 9.3% longer than premium rivals, 2.3% longer than mid-range rivals and 6% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 42/100, and owners rate it 7.3/10 in the wet from 3 reviews.
How good is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport in the dry?
Across the 2 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport stops 2.2% longer than premium rivals, 1% shorter than mid-range rivals and 0.1% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 69/100, and owners rate it 8/10 in the dry from 3 reviews.
How good is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport in the snow?
Across the 4 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport stops 7.9% longer than premium rivals, 6.7% longer than mid-range rivals and 0.1% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 2 snow-traction tests, it is 5.4% worse than premium rivals, 3.8% worse than mid-range rivals and 3.1% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 20/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the snow from 3 reviews.
How good is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport on ice?
Across the 1 ice-braking test it has featured in, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport stops 0.1% shorter than premium rivals, 1.6% shorter than mid-range rivals and 1.1% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 41/100, and owners rate it 7/10 on ice from 3 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport?
Across the 1 test measuring rolling resistance, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport's rolling resistance is 3.3% lower than premium rivals, 6.6% lower than mid-range rivals and 5.5% lower than budget rivals.
More questions about the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport (4)
How many miles does the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport last?
Based on test and owner data, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport is expected to last around 29,344 miles (47,224 km).
How much does the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport cost to run?
In 245/45 R19, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport is projected to cost €21.63 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €541 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2026 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test. Of the tires compared in that test, that makes it the cheapest to run.
What is the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
What sizes does the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport come in?
The Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport is available in 135 sizes, ranging from 155-295/35-80 R13-22.
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What owners say

Across 3 owner ratings the Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport averages 77%. Owners rate Wear highest at 8.3 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 7.

Owner ratings averaged from 3 ratings

  • Owner score 77%
  • Wear 83%
  • Snow Grip 83%
  • Dry Grip 80%
  • Handling 80%
  • Road Feedback 77%
  • Wet Grip 73%
  • Comfort 73%
  • Ice Grip 70%

All 3 Petlas SnowMaster 2 Sport reviews

Score spread across 3 written reviews
75%
Member
I've been using it for 4 months and have driven approximately 5000 km. The majority of this was in the city and on the unpaved road where my workplace is located. The tire performs very well on both dry and wet surfaces, with a good braking distance. I had no issues on snow either. In terms of noise, you can hear the tires at every speed. For me, it was a great price/performance tire, and I can say it has been successful in this regard. If it maintains the same softness next season, I believe it will continue to satisfy me greatly.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 7
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 5
  • Buy again 7
  • Snow Grip 8
Helpful 926
83%
Member
İ've been using it since it was first released last year. İn İstanbul where I live it doesn't snow much but just to climb mountains in winter times I bought this set of tires. Thr previous model was already known as the best in the snow but by this model it got better on the cold and dry surfaces. On wet it wasn't bad at all. My summer tires are Conti PC7 and after them in the cold weather conditions I felt comfortable and safe. On the snowy hill climbs the feedback from the steering was satisfying as well. The tiresalesman said that he pattern of this model looks a little like the ones on the Nokian tires. If your priority is pushing the limits for fun on snow, this is the one for the money.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 8
  • Snow Grip 10
  • Ice Grip 9
Helpful 814
73%
Member
  • Ford Focus
  • 215/55 R17
  • 5,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Easy Going
Good handling at dry. Not bad at wet and snow. Good feedback, steering response. Good price.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Wet Grip 7
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 8
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 8
  • Buy again 7
  • Snow Grip 7
  • Ice Grip 5
Helpful 1,048

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