Zeetex WH 1000 - Test Results

Test Statistics

4

Tests Completed

32^nd

Average Position

8^th

Best Result

42^nd

Worst Result

Performance Analysis

Across four winter-focused tests, the Zeetex WH 1000 consistently underperforms in key safety metrics, particularly wet and snow performance. It places deep in the field in large Autobild braking shootouts and shows multiple bottom-tier results in ADAC's comprehensive 2024 assessment, indicating weak grip in wet, aquaplaning, and snow categories. Some mid-pack results in ice braking, noise, fuel use, and notably decent wear prevent a fully negative profile, but overall safety-critical braking/traction is a clear weakness.
Overall, the tire's pattern is lower-tier braking on wet surfaces (three separate large-sample tests showing 22-28% longer than best) and poor aquaplaning and snow metrics, offset slightly by acceptable durability and operating refinement. This positions the WH 1000 as a budget option with compromises in core winter safety.

Performance Strengths

Wear and Operating Economy Moderate Details
• 6/12 wear (+17.1% from best) in 2024 ADAC 16" test
• 7/12 fuel consumption (+2% from best) in 2024 ADAC 16" test
Comfort/Noise and Ice Braking (relative) Minor Details
• 7/12 noise (+1.7% from best) in 2024 ADAC 16" test
• 7/12 ice braking (+9.3% from best) in 2024 ADAC 16" test

Performance Weaknesses

Wet Weather Performance Strong Details
• 42/55 wet braking (+22.3% from best) in 2024 Autobild
• 40/49 wet braking (+27.7% from best) in 2021 Autobild
• 36/49 wet braking (+27.7% from best) in 2020 Autobild
• 11/12 wet braking (+13.1%) and 11/12 wet braking (concrete, +15.1%) in 2024 ADAC
Aquaplaning Resistance Strong Details
• 12/12 straight aquaplaning (+18.4% from best) in 2024 ADAC
• 11/12 curved aquaplaning (+35.1% from best) in 2024 ADAC
Snow Performance Strong Details
• 11/12 snow braking (+11.1% from best) in 2024 ADAC
• 12/12 snow traction (+11.9% from best) in 2024 ADAC
Dry Braking Moderate Details
• 11/12 dry braking (+6.2% from best) in 2024 ADAC
Tire Abrasion Minor Details
• 9/12 abrasion (+50% from best) in 2024 ADAC

Performance Over Time

Test History

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2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter Tire Test

2024
Winner: Continental WinterContact TS 870

The Zeetex WH 1000 tire demonstrates below-average performance across most driving conditions. On dry roads, it offers only adequate steering feedback and precision, requiring frequent corrections....

Weak:
Dry Braking, Snow Braking, Snow Traction, Curved Aquaplaning, Straight Aqua, Wet Braking, Wet Braking - Concrete

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