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Star Performer Stratos UHP

Ultra High Performance Winter Winter rated

The Star Performer Stratos UHP is a budget Central European winter tire with low fuel consumption and favorable projected tread life in testing. Repeatedly long wet stopping distances, low wet grip and imprecise steering are its main limitations.

The quick answer

Owners say 98% from 1 owner reviews Read the reviews
Tests say 37th average finish across 3 independent tests Latest: P40 of 50 · 2026 See every test
Strengths & weaknesses Value, Comfort Ice, Wet 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.

  • 1owner reviews
  • 1,000miles driven
  • 3professional tests
Star Performer Stratos UHP 2 photos

Tire Reviews Score

Star Performer Stratos UHP

5.1/10

Better than 22% of winter tires

  • Medium Confidence
  • 3 tests
  • 1 owner review
Scores of the 278 winter tires we have tested

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent tests3 tests · 2 publications · 2025-2026 22% 100%
Owner reviewsFewer than 5 reviews, so they do not count yet – 0%
Combined 22% 5.1

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 13% 30% 3
SnowBraking, traction and handling on snow 57% 23% 1
IceBraking, traction and handling on ice 28% 18% 1
DryBraking and handling on dry roads 51% 17% 1
ValueWear, efficiency and cost 87% 6% 1
ComfortNoise and ride comfort 83% 5% 1

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.

TractionEvery traction test, on any surface 67% 1
BrakingEvery braking test, on any surface 17% 3

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Its own test results decide 86% of the test figure. The other 14% 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 Winter Tire Braking Test - 50 Sets Auto Bild · 245/45 R19 P40 / 50
  2. 2025 2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! Auto Bild · 225/40 R18 P45 / 51
  3. 2025 2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test ADAC · 225/40 R18 P27 / 31
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Tested 3 times by independent publications, the Star Performer Stratos UHP averages a finish of 37th.

3 Tests
0 Test Wins
37th Average
27th Best
45th Worst
Finishing position in each test1stLast20252026

Finishing position in each test

YearTestResultAward
20262026 Winter Tire Braking Test - 50 SetsAuto Bild · 245/45 R19P40 / 50
20252025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets!Auto Bild · 225/40 R18P45 / 51
20252025 ADAC Winter Tire TestADAC · 225/40 R18P27 / 31

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

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Size Range

225Width40Profile18Rim92VLoad/Speed Index2023First On Market

EU Label

Noise

72dB

3PMSF on every size

Popular sizes185/55 R15
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Star Performer Stratos UHP in the wet?
Across the 3 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Star Performer Stratos UHP stops 24.2% longer than premium rivals, 15.9% longer than mid-range rivals and 7.2% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 13/100, and owners rate it 10/10 in the wet from 1 review.
How good is the Star Performer Stratos UHP in the dry?
Across the 1 dry-braking test it has featured in, the Star Performer Stratos UHP stops 3.3% longer than premium rivals, 0.3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 0.4% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 51/100, and owners rate it 10/10 in the dry from 1 review.
How good is the Star Performer Stratos UHP in the snow?
Across the 1 snow-braking test it has featured in, the Star Performer Stratos UHP stops 2.9% longer than premium rivals, 1.2% longer than mid-range rivals and 2% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 1 snow-traction test, it is 0.5% worse than premium rivals, 1.9% better than mid-range rivals and 4% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 57/100, and owners rate it 10/10 in the snow from 1 review.
How good is the Star Performer Stratos UHP on ice?
Across the 1 ice-braking test it has featured in, the Star Performer Stratos UHP stops 2.9% longer than premium rivals, 1.3% longer than mid-range rivals and 2% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 28/100, and owners rate it 10/10 on ice from 1 review.
How many miles does the Star Performer Stratos UHP last?
Based on test and owner data, the Star Performer Stratos UHP is expected to last around 37,282 miles (59,999 km).
More questions about the Star Performer Stratos UHP (2)
What is the Star Performer Stratos UHP's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Star Performer Stratos UHP most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 72 dB for noise.
What sizes does the Star Performer Stratos UHP come in?
The Star Performer Stratos UHP is available in 1 sizes, ranging from 225/40 R18.
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Star Performer Stratos UHP Owner Reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 1 ratings

  • Owner score 98%
  • Dry Grip 100%
  • Wet Grip 100%
  • Road Feedback 100%
  • Handling 100%
  • Comfort 100%
  • Snow Grip 100%
  • Ice Grip 100%
  • Wear 80%

All 1 Star Performer Stratos UHP reviews

Score spread across 1 written reviews
98%
Member
Initial Impressions
This winter tire is the best I've ever had. I (70) have driven on many different brands in the past, including some premium manufacturers; but this tire is just as good. It's proven its quality, especially in the last few days. I'm thrilled!
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This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
  • Snow Grip 10
  • Ice Grip 10
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