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Uniroyal WinterExpert - Test Results

Test Statistics

12

Tests Completed

11th

Average Position

5th

Best Result

19th

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

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Uniroyal WinterExpert delivers mixed winter performance. Its standout areas are efficiency and value: it frequently posts low rolling resistance and competitive wear/value scores, and it regularly qualifies well in large Autobild braking shootouts. Snow capability is variable-occasionally excellent with class-leading traction/handling (2022 AB), but more often mid-pack in later tests. Wet performance is generally mid-table with some decent wet braking results, but aquaplaning resistance and wet handling rarely excel. The clearest weakness is dry braking, where it repeatedly ranks near the back, especially in UHP sizes.
Overall, the tire suits drivers prioritizing efficiency and acceptable all-round capability at a fair price, but those needing strong dry stopping or consistently top-tier wet/snow grip have better options.

Performance Strengths
  • Efficiency and Economy Strong
    • 1st rolling resistance in 2022 Auto Bild full test (215/55 R17)
    • 2nd rolling resistance in 2024 Auto Bild full test (205/55 R16), 7.64 kg/t (+4.9% from best)
    • 3rd rolling resistance in 2025 Auto Bild full test (225/40 R18), 8.09 kg/t (+4.1% from best)
    • Wear 7/20 in 2024 AB and 8/20 in 2025 AB with strong value rankings (4/20 in 2024; 6/20 in 2025)
  • Snow Traction/Handling Potential Moderate
    • 1st snow traction and 1st snow handling in 2022 Auto Bild full test (215/55 R17)
    • Snow braking top 10 in multiple tests (2024 AB 10/23; 2025 ADAC 8/31)
  • Wet Braking Competitiveness Moderate
    • 7/54 wet braking in 2023 Autobild shootout (+11.5% from best)
    • 9/55 wet braking in 2024 Autobild shootout (+5.5% from best)
    • 6/31 wet braking in 2025 ADAC (+3.8% from best)
    • 7/22 wet braking in 2025 AB full test (+11.5% from best)
Performance Weaknesses
  • Dry Braking Performance Strong
    • 22/22 dry braking in 2023 Auto Bild full test (+24.6% from best)
    • 21/22 dry braking in 2022 Auto Bild full test (+20.7% from best)
    • 15/22 dry braking in 2025 Auto Bild full test (+21.2% from best)
    • 8/8 dry braking in 2022 AMS (+12.6% from best)
    • 16/16 dry braking in 2023 ADAC 16" (+10.1% from best)
  • Wet Handling/Aquaplaning Moderate
    • Wet handling mid-to-lower positions: 2025 AB 13/22 (+4%); 2023 AB 12/22 (+4.5%); 2022 AB 20/22 (+5%)
    • Aquaplaning weaker: 2025 AB straight aqua 14/22 (+3%) and curved 12/22 (+20.8%); 2022 AB straight 20/22 (+8.6%) and curved 19/22 (+26.9%)
  • Consistency on Snow Across Tests Moderate
    • Excellent in 2022 AB (1st snow handling/traction) but middling later: 2024 AB snow handling 20/22 (+4.8%), traction 16/23 (+4.7%); 2025 AB snow metrics mostly 14-17/22 range
    • 2025 ADAC snow traction 19/31 (+7.5%), ice braking 21/31 (+14.5%)
  • Noise/Abrasion in Some Tests Minor
    • 2025 ADAC noise 23/31 (+4.1%), abrasion 18/31 (+38% from best)
    • 2023 ADAC abrasion 16/16 (+76.5% from best)
Performance Over Time

Test History

8
of 22
2025 Autobild Winter Tire Test

2025
Winner: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

The Uniroyal WinterExpert stands out as a well-rounded performer with particular emphasis on fuel efficiency. It achieves the highest fuel-saving potential in the test thanks to exceptionally low r...
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5
of 52
2025 Winter Tire Braking Test - 52 Sets!

2025
Winner: Dunlop Winter Response 2

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11
of 31
2025 ADAC Winter Tire Test

2025
Winner: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

The Uniroyal WinterExpert fails to achieve good ratings on dry and winter roads and therefore misses a good driving safety score, and despite earning a good environmental rating, this isn't suffici...
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9
of 23
2024 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Uniroyal WinterExpert offers a balanced performance, with particular strength in wet conditions. It provides good mileage and low rolling resistance, making it an economical choice. However, it...
Strong:
Rolling Resistance
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7
of 55
2024 Winter 55 Tire Braking Test

2024
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak 6

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2023 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test

2023
Winner: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

Weak:
Dry Braking
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of 16
2023 ADAC 16 Inch Tire Test

2023
Winner: Dunlop Winter Sport 5

The UNIROYAL WinterExpert provides inadequate steering feedback and precision on dry roads, requiring frequent corrections. The vehicle tends to oversteer in dynamic maneuvers but earns a barely sa...
Strong:
Fuel Consumption
Weak:
Dry Braking, Abrasion, Wet Braking - Concrete
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2023 Winter Tire Test 54 Set Braking Test

2023
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

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of 22
2022 Auto Bild Winter Tire Test

2022
Winner: Michelin Alpin 6

Fair.
Strong:
Snow Handling, Snow Traction, Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Dry Braking, Dry Handling
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of 57
2022 Winter Tire Market Overview

2022
Winner: Bridgestone Blizzak LM005

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of 17
2022 ADAC SUV Winter Tire Test - 215/60 R16

2022
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The UNIROYAL WinterExpert shows weaknesses both in the dry and in the wet, in both criteria it is rated as satisfactory. Despite the good snow and ice properties, it received the rating "recommende...
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of 8
2022 AMS Winter Tire Test

2022
Winner: Michelin Pilot Alpin 5

Sufficient.
Strong:
Rolling Resistance
Weak:
Dry Braking, Wet Braking, Wet Handling
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