Winter tire test 205/55 R16 from the publisher Norges 2017 p.

Outstanding performance in snow and ice conditions
predictable and safe handling in extreme situations, minimal risk of skidding
safe and precise driving on wet asphalt.

Slightly increased noise level

Stable, fast, reliable tire with predictable handling.

Score: 8.8

Outstanding quality and stability on wet snow and slush
second place in the acceleration test on ice, short braking distance on ice and quick lap time
fastest ever lap time on a snowy circuit

the noisiest tire of all test participants
long braking distance on dry asphalt

In the opinion of NAF, for the sake of confidence on winter roads, you can sacrifice safety on dry asphalt.

Scores: 8.7

Second place in the braking test on ice
precise handling on icy and snowy roads
safe snowy braking.

high noise level while driving
rather medium performance on wet asphalt
long braking distance on dry road

As usual, Nokian tires perform well in extreme winter conditions, while a mild winter and dry roads are not their strong point.

Score: 8.4

Good handling and grip on snow and ice
safe stopping distance on wet asphalt
excellent dry handling test results, stable and precise handling

Braking distance on ice is slightly longer than that of the best test participants
a sufficiently high noise level

Good tire, optimal for the city.

Score: 8.3

Accurate and safe braking on snow and ice
Safe braking path on wet asphalt
Good stability of driving

minor issues with cross stability in winter conditions

A good option for a neat driver.

Score: 8.3

Good traction and handling on snow
precise steering response on wet asphalt.

long braking distance on ice

Tire without serious defects.

Score: 8.2

Excellent traction on ice
safe driving on wet asphalt.

long braking distance on icy road
insufficient transverse stability on snow

A good basic model without critical drawbacks.

Score: 8.2

Good braking and acceleration on snow
precise steering response and good stability on a wet road
low noise level.

unsafe braking distance on ice
insufficiently accurate handling and low speed on an icy road

Mid-range tire with average performance as well.

Score: 8.1

Reduced rolling resistance
good handling in winter conditions

longer than expected braking distance on ice and snow
not the most powerful grip on wet asphalt

Still a decent option, safe and stable enough.

Score: 8.1

one of the most stable and safe tyres on wet asphalt

long braking distance on snow and ice
weak transverse grip in winter conditions

An unbalanced tire that is unlikely to bring pleasure to the driving process in winter.

Scores: 7.6

Excellent durability, good wet grip.

Poor traction and insufficient acceleration on ice

More is expected from studded tires.

Score: 7.6

Short stopping distance on wet asphalt

the longest braking distance and insufficient lateral grip on ice
high noise level

The safety of these tires on winter roads is in question.

Scores: 7.3

Smooth handling, confident grip and safe braking on dry roads.

worst performance on ice and snow

No surprises – consistently poor tire.

Rating: 7.1

Smooth and stable driving on wet roads.

tendency to skid and slide on ice and snow
noisy tire

Falken positions this tire as specifically designed for Scandinavian winter conditions, but judging by the test results, something went wrong.

Score: 7.0

Good traction on wet asphalt.

Hazardously long braking distance on ice and snow
problems with steering response in winter conditions

Norwegian experts strongly advise against it.

Score: 6.5