Winter tire test 205/55 R16 from the publisher За рулём 2015 p.

We tested the traction properties of snow tyres for the Golf-class cars on snow and asphalt. We assembled 13 sets of the most popular “rims” on the Russian market in the most common size for foreign cars, priced from 3300 to 8500 rubles per tyre.

We tested the tyres at the AVTOTEXNOPROM testing ground. The “white” tests (on snow and ice) were conducted in January-February at a temperature of -25

Place	Description / Recommendations	Cost
1	Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 Excellent braking properties and lateral grip on ice, high snow traction economical at any speed outstanding directional stability on a snowy road, excellent mobility, precise handling on a winter road and course adherence on asphalt. excellent braking properties on wet asphalt minor comments regarding ride smoothness noisy Will be liked on any winter roads and off-road; will help save fuel. Points: 932	from 3 600 ₽
2	Continental ContiIceContact 2 Outstanding braking performance on asphalt, exceptional grip on snow and ice high level of handling and traction Minor complaints about directional stability on asphalt and comfort level Most balanced tires for any winter road and off-road. Score: 927	from 6 270 ₽
3	Goodyear UltraGrip Ice Arctic Outstanding braking performance on snow excellent traction on snow, ice and asphalt exceptional treadmiles Difficulties with handling on winter roads and directional stability on snowy low level of comfort Will allow you to feel confident on any winter road, and off-road become a king. Points: 916	from 9 040 ₽
4	Pirelli Winter Ice Zero Excellent braking properties and side traction on snow, high grip on ice very good braking properties on asphalt high off-road capability. low level of comfort minor complaints regarding handling and directional stability Will give confidence on any winter roads. Points: 914	from 6 300 ₽
5	Michelin X-Ice North 3 Excellent braking properties on the asphalt clear handling on winter roads and directional stability on the asphalt. modest traction properties on ice For any winter road; will be pleased with long trips. Points: 885	from 51 670 ₽
6	Nordman 5 Average traction on snow and ice Economical at any speed Good for traction Smooth handling and comfort level ratings Weak braking performance on dry asphalt Capable of handling any winter roads and off-road; help save fuel. Points: 884	from 4 610 ₽
7	Gislaved Nord Frost 100 Good braking performance on asphalt smooth assessments in terms of behavior and comfort. poor acceleration on ice increased fuel consumption at any speed Suitable for any winter roads, but will reveal their best qualities on asphalt. Points: 875	—
8	Hankook W419 i Pike RS Excellent longitudinal traction on snow, high lateral traction on ice Economical at any speed Good ride comfort and directional stability on asphalt. poor traction stability on snowy roads and handling, low passability noisy For any winter road; help save fuel. Points: 873	—
9	Cordiant Snow Cross Satisfactory handling and traction on snow and ice Passing grades in handling and traction poor braking on asphalt difficult handling, noisy Will help to feel confident on snow and ice. Points: 861	from 3 550 ₽
10	Bridgestone Blizzak Spike-01 Medium ice grip precise on-course handling on asphalt satisfactory on-road manners Poor longitudinal grip on snow and braking properties on asphalt increased fuel consumption difficult handling very noisy They will show their best qualities on icy roads. Score: 856	from 9 730 ₽
11	Yokohama Ice Guard IG55 Good handling, directional stability on snowy roads and traction. the weakest braking properties on snow and on dry asphalt, weak - on ice and on a wet road difficult directional stability on asphalt low level of comfort For a leisurely ride on any winter roads. Points: 855	from 5 060 ₽
12	Avatyre Freeze (Нешип) Average braking on asphalt satisfactory ride smoothness the weakest coupling properties on snow and ice problematic handling and complex directional stability low level of passability Only for purified asphalt roads. Points: 796	from 4 440 ₽