2024 ADAC 17 inch Winter Tyre Test

Here is the 17" version of the excellent ADAC 2024 winter tyre test! As with the 16" ADAC test, there's no huge surprises from the data, it's an impressive showing from Goodyear Dunlop to take the top two places, and Vredestein continues to impress in winter tyre tests with the Wintrac Pro (not the new Plus version.)

Continental will be surprised that its second tier brand Semperit out performed the TS 870 P, and the Davanti Wintoura + manages to offer the worst wet grip and snow grip, which is impressive in its own right. Unusually, there was no Michelin in this test.

Read on for the full data below.

Test Size: 215/55 R17
Tyres Tested: 16 tyres
Test Categories:
5 categories (10 tests)
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Test Category Best Performer Worst Performer Difference
Dry (1 tests)
Dry Braking Kumho Winter Craft WP52: 42.1 M Firestone Winterhawk 4: 45.7 M3.6 M (7.9%)
Wet (4 tests)
Wet Braking Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2: 34.2 M Davanti Wintoura plus: 41.3 M7.1 M (17.2%)
Wet Braking - Concrete Dunlop Winter Sport 5: 37.6 M Davanti Wintoura plus: 46.8 M9.2 M (19.7%)
Straight Aqua Hankook Winter I cept RS3: 80.5 Km/H Davanti Wintoura plus: 68.3 Km/H12.2 Km/H (17.9%)
Curved Aquaplaning Hankook Winter I cept RS3: 3.4 m/sec2 Davanti Wintoura plus: 1.9 m/sec21.5 m/sec2 (78.9%)
Snow (2 tests)
Snow Braking Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501: 9.3 M Davanti Wintoura plus: 11 M1.7 M (15.5%)
Snow Traction Vredestein Wintrac Pro: 238 N Davanti Wintoura plus: 202 N36.0 N (17.8%)
Ice (1 tests)
Ice Braking Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2: 16.1 M Davanti Wintoura plus: 21.2 M5.1 M (24.1%)
Value (2 tests)
Wear Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501: 65100 KM Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906: 35700 KM29,400.0 KM (82.4%)
Abrasion Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3: 55 mg/km/t Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906: 95 mg/km/t40.0 mg/km/t (42.1%)

Dry

The Kumho WinterCraft WP52 offered the shortest dry braking distance, coming to a stop in 42.1 metres. Several other tyres also performed well, with stopping distances ranging between 42.9 and 44 metres. The Firestone Winterhawk 4 recorded the longest braking distance at 45.7 metres, highlighting the significant variation in dry braking performance among the tested tyres.

Wet

In wet braking tests on asphalt, the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 delivered the best performance, stopping in 34.2 metres. The Continental WinterContact TS 870 P, Dunlop Winter Sport 5, and Firestone Winterhawk 4 also performed respectably, with stopping distances ranging from 34.6 to 34.7 metres. At the other end of the scale, the Davanti Wintoura + took 41.3 metres to stop, underscoring the importance of wet braking capability when selecting winter tyres.

The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 achieved the shortest wet braking distance on concrete, stopping in 37.6 metres. Close behind were the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P and the Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2, with distances of 38.2 and 37.7 metres, respectively. The Davanti Wintoura + was once again last, requiring 46.8 metres to stop.

The Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 showed the best resistance to longitudinal hydroplaning, maintaining grip at 80.5 km/h. The Firestone Winterhawk 4 and Semperit Speed-Grip 5 also performed admirably, holding grip at 78.6 and 78.7 km/h, respectively. The Davanti Wintoura + and Triangle WinterX TW401 lost grip at 68.3 km/h.

Snow

The Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501 achieved the shortest braking distance on snow, stopping in 9.3 metres. The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 and Triangle WinterX TW401 were also strong performers, with stopping distances of 9.6 and 9.5 metres, respectively. The Davanti Wintoura + required 11.0 metres.

The Vredestein Wintrac Pro provided the best traction on snow, achieving a traction rating of 238 DN. The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3, Hankook Winter i*cept RS3, Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501, Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2, and Triangle WinterX TW401 also performed well, with results between 230 and 234 DN. The Davanti Wintoura + offered the lowest traction at 202 DN, indicating a wide range of traction capabilities in snowy conditions.

Ice

The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 recorded the shortest braking distance on ice, stopping in 16.1 metres. Close contenders were the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P and Vredestein Wintrac Pro, with distances of 16.6 and 16.8 metres, respectively. The Davanti Wintoura + rounded out its excellent grip performance, last, over 5 meters behind from just 20 km/h.

Value

The Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501 was projected to offer the highest mileage at 65,100 km. The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 also showed promising results with a predicted mileage of 57,500 km. The shortest predicted mileage was for the Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906, at 35,700 km.

The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 demonstrated the lowest tyre abrasion, measured at 55.0 mg/km/t. The Hankook Winter i*cept RS3, Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501, Semperit Speed-Grip 5, Triangle WinterX TW401, and Viking WinTech followed with abrasion levels between 56.0 and 59.0 mg/km/t. The highest level of abrasion was recorded by the Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906 at 95.0 mg/km/t, indicating significant variation in wear among the tyres.

Results

1st: Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3

Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking2nd42.9 M42.1 M+0.8 M98.14%
Wet Braking7th35.6 M34.2 M+1.4 M96.07%
Wet Braking - Concrete7th39.8 M37.6 M+2.2 M94.47%
Straight Aqua4th77.4 Km/H80.5 Km/H-3.1 Km/H96.15%
Curved Aquaplaning5th3.1 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.3 m/sec291.18%
Snow Braking4th9.7 M9.3 M+0.4 M95.88%
Snow Traction2nd234 N238 N-4 N98.32%
Ice Braking9th17.6 M16.1 M+1.5 M91.48%
Wear2nd57500 KM65100 KM-7600 KM88.33%
Abrasion1st55 mg/km/t100%
The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 delivers strong performance on dry, wet, and snowy roads, achieving a good overall result in driving safety. It offers precise steering, short braking distances, and reliable grip, particularly in wet and snowy conditions. It also performs above average on ice. Furthermore, the tyre boasts excellent environmental credentials: long lifespan, low abrasion, and a weight significantly lower than the average of the test field make it an environmentally friendly choice.

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2nd: Dunlop Winter Sport 5

Dunlop Winter Sport 5
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking8th44.1 M42.1 M+2 M95.46%
Wet Braking4th34.7 M34.2 M+0.5 M98.56%
Wet Braking - Concrete1st37.6 M100%
Straight Aqua10th75.3 Km/H80.5 Km/H-5.2 Km/H93.54%
Curved Aquaplaning3rd3.3 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.1 m/sec297.06%
Snow Braking3rd9.6 M9.3 M+0.3 M96.88%
Snow Traction7th230 N238 N-8 N96.64%
Ice Braking4th17 M16.1 M+0.9 M94.71%
Wear3rd54300 KM65100 KM-10800 KM83.41%
Abrasion9th69 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+14 mg/km/t79.71%
The Dunlop Winter Sport 5 provides good performance on dry, wet, and wintery surfaces, resulting in a good overall rating for driving safety. It offers precise steering, good braking distances, and reliable grip, particularly in snowy conditions. Although its aquaplaning performance on wet roads is only satisfactory, it excels in handling with ample safety reserves. The tyre also boasts a good environmental record with a long lifespan, low abrasion, and good efficiency due to its low weight and fuel consumption.

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3rd: Vredestein Wintrac Pro

Vredestein Wintrac Pro
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking5th43.7 M42.1 M+1.6 M96.34%
Wet Braking6th35.4 M34.2 M+1.2 M96.61%
Wet Braking - Concrete5th39.3 M37.6 M+1.7 M95.67%
Straight Aqua11th74.7 Km/H80.5 Km/H-5.8 Km/H92.8%
Curved Aquaplaning10th2.9 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.5 m/sec285.29%
Snow Braking4th9.7 M9.3 M+0.4 M95.88%
Snow Traction1st238 N100%
Ice Braking3rd16.8 M16.1 M+0.7 M95.83%
Wear12th41500 KM65100 KM-23600 KM63.75%
Abrasion10th70 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+15 mg/km/t78.57%
The Vredestein Wintrac Pro achieves a good overall rating for driving safety, despite some minor weaknesses. While it exhibits slight imprecision on dry surfaces and only average aquaplaning performance on wet roads, it delivers strong performance on wintery roads with good braking, traction, and handling. Its environmental performance is decent with good results for abrasion and efficiency, but a less impressive projected lifespan.

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4th: Semperit Speed Grip 5

Semperit Speed Grip 5
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking10th44.5 M42.1 M+2.4 M94.61%
Wet Braking8th35.9 M34.2 M+1.7 M95.26%
Wet Braking - Concrete8th40.2 M37.6 M+2.6 M93.53%
Straight Aqua2nd78.7 Km/H80.5 Km/H-1.8 Km/H97.76%
Curved Aquaplaning1st3.4 m/sec2100%
Snow Braking10th10 M9.3 M+0.7 M93%
Snow Traction7th230 N238 N-8 N96.64%
Ice Braking8th17.3 M16.1 M+1.2 M93.06%
Wear5th53500 KM65100 KM-11600 KM82.18%
Abrasion5th59 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+4 mg/km/t93.22%
The Semperit Speed-Grip 5 achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on wet and wintery roads but falling short on dry surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. However, it performs well on wet surfaces with good braking, aquaplaning resistance, and handling. On snow, it offers good braking and traction but only satisfactory handling. Its environmental performance is good, thanks to a long lifespan, low abrasion, low weight, and good fuel efficiency.

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5th: Hankook Winter I cept RS3

Hankook Winter I cept RS3
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking10th44.5 M42.1 M+2.4 M94.61%
Wet Braking9th36.5 M34.2 M+2.3 M93.7%
Wet Braking - Concrete12th41.4 M37.6 M+3.8 M90.82%
Straight Aqua1st80.5 Km/H100%
Curved Aquaplaning1st3.4 m/sec2100%
Snow Braking4th9.7 M9.3 M+0.4 M95.88%
Snow Traction6th231 N238 N-7 N97.06%
Ice Braking11th17.8 M16.1 M+1.7 M90.45%
Wear6th49300 KM65100 KM-15800 KM75.73%
Abrasion3rd57 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+2 mg/km/t96.49%
The Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on wet and wintery roads but falling short on dry surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. However, it performs well on wet and snowy surfaces with good braking and handling. It also has good environmental performance with a long lifespan, low abrasion, and good fuel efficiency, though manufacturing residues on new tyres are a negative point.

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6th: Continental WinterContact TS 870 P

Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking2nd42.9 M42.1 M+0.8 M98.14%
Wet Braking2nd34.6 M34.2 M+0.4 M98.84%
Wet Braking - Concrete3rd38.2 M37.6 M+0.6 M98.43%
Straight Aqua8th75.8 Km/H80.5 Km/H-4.7 Km/H94.16%
Curved Aquaplaning3rd3.3 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.1 m/sec297.06%
Snow Braking12th10.1 M9.3 M+0.8 M92.08%
Snow Traction12th222 N238 N-16 N93.28%
Ice Braking2nd16.6 M16.1 M+0.5 M96.99%
Wear11th43300 KM65100 KM-21800 KM66.51%
Abrasion7th64 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+9 mg/km/t85.94%
The Continental WinterContact TS 870 P achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on wet and wintery roads but some weaknesses on dry surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. However, it performs well on wet surfaces with good braking and handling, although its longitudinal aquaplaning performance is only average. On snow, it offers good braking and handling. Its environmental performance is good, with a long lifespan, low abrasion, and good fuel efficiency.

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7th: Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2

Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking4th43.6 M42.1 M+1.5 M96.56%
Wet Braking1st34.2 M100%
Wet Braking - Concrete2nd37.7 M37.6 M+0.1 M99.73%
Straight Aqua5th77.3 Km/H80.5 Km/H-3.2 Km/H96.02%
Curved Aquaplaning8th3 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.4 m/sec288.24%
Snow Braking7th9.8 M9.3 M+0.5 M94.9%
Snow Traction2nd234 N238 N-4 N98.32%
Ice Braking1st16.1 M100%
Wear9th46600 KM65100 KM-18500 KM71.58%
Abrasion12th73 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+18 mg/km/t75.34%
The Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2 achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on wet and wintery roads but exhibiting some weaknesses on dry surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring steering corrections and displaying a tendency to oversteer. However, it performs well on wet surfaces with good braking and excellent handling, though its lateral aquaplaning performance is only average. On snow, it offers good braking, traction, and handling. Its environmental performance is good, with a long lifespan, low abrasion, and good fuel efficiency.

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8th: Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906

Yokohama BluEarth Winter V906
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking6th43.8 M42.1 M+1.7 M96.12%
Wet Braking5th35.1 M34.2 M+0.9 M97.44%
Wet Braking - Concrete4th38.5 M37.6 M+0.9 M97.66%
Straight Aqua9th75.6 Km/H80.5 Km/H-4.9 Km/H93.91%
Curved Aquaplaning11th2.7 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.7 m/sec279.41%
Snow Braking12th10.1 M9.3 M+0.8 M92.08%
Snow Traction14th218 N238 N-20 N91.6%
Ice Braking12th18 M16.1 M+1.9 M89.44%
Wear16th35700 KM65100 KM-29400 KM54.84%
Abrasion16th95 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+40 mg/km/t57.89%
The Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906 achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on dry and wet roads but falling short on wintery surfaces. It offers precise steering and good braking on dry roads, while on wet surfaces it provides good grip and handling, but only average aquaplaning resistance. However, its performance on snow and ice is less impressive, with limited handling precision and a tendency to understeer or oversteer early. Its environmental performance is also only satisfactory, due to average lifespan, wear, and efficiency, as well as manufacturing residues on new tyres.

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9th: Giti GitiWinterW2

Giti GitiWinterW2
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking12th44.7 M42.1 M+2.6 M94.18%
Wet Braking11th37.1 M34.2 M+2.9 M92.18%
Wet Braking - Concrete10th40.8 M37.6 M+3.2 M92.16%
Straight Aqua7th76.4 Km/H80.5 Km/H-4.1 Km/H94.91%
Curved Aquaplaning5th3.1 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.3 m/sec291.18%
Snow Braking12th10.1 M9.3 M+0.8 M92.08%
Snow Traction15th213 N238 N-25 N89.5%
Ice Braking7th17.2 M16.1 M+1.1 M93.6%
Wear13th41100 KM65100 KM-24000 KM63.13%
Abrasion14th82 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+27 mg/km/t67.07%
The Giti GitiWinter W2 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on wet roads but falling short on dry and wintery surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring steering corrections. However, it offers good handling on wet surfaces but only average braking and aquaplaning performance. On snow and ice, its performance is less impressive, with limited handling precision and a tendency to understeer or oversteer early. Its environmental performance is also only satisfactory, due to average lifespan, wear, and efficiency, as well as manufacturing residues on new tyres.

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10th: Firestone Winterhawk 4

Firestone Winterhawk 4
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking16th45.7 M42.1 M+3.6 M92.12%
Wet Braking2nd34.6 M34.2 M+0.4 M98.84%
Wet Braking - Concrete6th39.4 M37.6 M+1.8 M95.43%
Straight Aqua3rd78.6 Km/H80.5 Km/H-1.9 Km/H97.64%
Curved Aquaplaning5th3.1 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.3 m/sec291.18%
Snow Braking8th9.9 M9.3 M+0.6 M93.94%
Snow Traction7th230 N238 N-8 N96.64%
Ice Braking5th17.1 M16.1 M+1 M94.15%
Wear14th38100 KM65100 KM-27000 KM58.53%
Abrasion15th83 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+28 mg/km/t66.27%
The Firestone Winterhawk 4 achieves a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with good performance on wet and wintery roads but significant weaknesses on dry surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring frequent steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. However, it performs well on wet surfaces with good braking and handling, although its lateral aquaplaning performance is only average. On snow, it offers good braking, traction, and handling. Its environmental performance is average, with satisfactory lifespan and wear, but good fuel efficiency.

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11th: Viking Wintech

Viking Wintech
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking13th45 M42.1 M+2.9 M93.56%
Wet Braking12th37.3 M34.2 M+3.1 M91.69%
Wet Braking - Concrete11th41.3 M37.6 M+3.7 M91.04%
Straight Aqua14th69.6 Km/H80.5 Km/H-10.9 Km/H86.46%
Curved Aquaplaning14th2.2 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-1.2 m/sec264.71%
Snow Braking15th10.3 M9.3 M+1 M90.29%
Snow Traction10th226 N238 N-12 N94.96%
Ice Braking10th17.7 M16.1 M+1.6 M90.96%
Wear4th54000 KM65100 KM-11100 KM82.95%
Abrasion2nd56 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+1 mg/km/t98.21%
The Viking WinTech receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with weaknesses on dry roads limiting its overall performance. It lacks precision and feedback on dry surfaces, requiring frequent steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. While it offers satisfactory performance on wet and snowy roads, its handling is less precise, and it has a lower threshold for understeer and oversteer. However, it has strong environmental credentials, with a very long lifespan, low abrasion, and excellent fuel efficiency.

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12th: Kumho Winter Craft WP52

Kumho Winter Craft WP52
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking1st42.1 M100%
Wet Braking10th36.7 M34.2 M+2.5 M93.19%
Wet Braking - Concrete9th40.5 M37.6 M+2.9 M92.84%
Straight Aqua13th71.6 Km/H80.5 Km/H-8.9 Km/H88.94%
Curved Aquaplaning12th2.4 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-1 m/sec270.59%
Snow Braking10th10 M9.3 M+0.7 M93%
Snow Traction11th225 N238 N-13 N94.54%
Ice Braking5th17.1 M16.1 M+1 M94.15%
Wear10th46100 KM65100 KM-19000 KM70.81%
Abrasion11th71 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+16 mg/km/t77.46%
The Kumho WinterCraft WP52 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with weaknesses on dry roads limiting its overall performance. It lacks precision and feedback on dry surfaces, requiring frequent steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. While its braking distance is good, its aquaplaning performance on wet roads is below average. However, it performs well on snow and ice, with good braking and handling. Its environmental performance is mixed, with a long lifespan and good fuel efficiency, but a higher weight and concerns about sustainability due to its production in Korea and China.

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13th: Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6

Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking15th45.6 M42.1 M+3.5 M92.32%
Wet Braking13th38.3 M34.2 M+4.1 M89.3%
Wet Braking - Concrete13th42.7 M37.6 M+5.1 M88.06%
Straight Aqua6th76.7 Km/H80.5 Km/H-3.8 Km/H95.28%
Curved Aquaplaning8th3 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-0.4 m/sec288.24%
Snow Braking8th9.9 M9.3 M+0.6 M93.94%
Snow Traction13th221 N238 N-17 N92.86%
Ice Braking13th18.5 M16.1 M+2.4 M87.03%
Wear8th47300 KM65100 KM-17800 KM72.66%
Abrasion7th64 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+9 mg/km/t85.94%
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, with weaknesses on dry roads limiting its overall performance. It lacks precision and feedback on dry surfaces, requiring frequent steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. While it offers satisfactory performance on wet and snowy roads, with good longitudinal aquaplaning resistance, its handling is less precise, and it has a lower threshold for understeer and oversteer. Its environmental performance is mixed, with a long lifespan and good fuel efficiency, but a higher weight and concerns about sustainability due to its production in China and manufacturing residues on new tyres.

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14th: Triangle WinterX TW401

Triangle WinterX TW401
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking9th44.3 M42.1 M+2.2 M95.03%
Wet Braking14th41.1 M34.2 M+6.9 M83.21%
Wet Braking - Concrete15th44.5 M37.6 M+6.9 M84.49%
Straight Aqua15th68.4 Km/H80.5 Km/H-12.1 Km/H84.97%
Curved Aquaplaning15th2.1 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-1.3 m/sec261.76%
Snow Braking2nd9.5 M9.3 M+0.2 M97.89%
Snow Traction5th232 N238 N-6 N97.48%
Ice Braking14th19.7 M16.1 M+3.6 M81.73%
Wear15th37000 KM65100 KM-28100 KM56.84%
Abrasion4th58 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+3 mg/km/t94.83%
The Triangle WinterX TW401 receives a poor rating for driving safety due to its significant weaknesses on wet roads, despite decent performance on dry and snowy surfaces. It offers satisfactory feedback and precision on dry roads, with good control at its limits. However, on wet surfaces, it has a very low grip level and a tendency to understeer or oversteer early, resulting in poor handling. Its braking performance is also only just satisfactory, and its aquaplaning resistance is poor. On snow, it performs well with good braking, traction, and handling. Its environmental performance is average, with a satisfactory lifespan and low abrasion, weight, and fuel consumption, but negative marks for manufacturing residues on new tyres.

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15th: Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501

Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking14th45.5 M42.1 M+3.4 M92.53%
Wet Braking14th41.1 M34.2 M+6.9 M83.21%
Wet Braking - Concrete14th43.7 M37.6 M+6.1 M86.04%
Straight Aqua12th73.6 Km/H80.5 Km/H-6.9 Km/H91.43%
Curved Aquaplaning12th2.4 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-1 m/sec270.59%
Snow Braking1st9.3 M100%
Snow Traction2nd234 N238 N-4 N98.32%
Ice Braking15th20.2 M16.1 M+4.1 M79.7%
Wear1st65100 KM100%
Abrasion5th59 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+4 mg/km/t93.22%
The Kenda Wintergen 2 KR501 receives a satisfactory rating for driving safety, but with weaknesses on dry roads impacting its overall score. It offers barely adequate feedback and precision on dry surfaces, requiring frequent steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. While it performs satisfactorily on wet roads, its handling is less precise with a low grip level. However, it excels on snow with good braking and traction, and very good handling. Its environmental performance is poor due to its high weight, despite a long lifespan and low abrasion. Concerns about sustainability due to its production in China and manufacturing residues on new tyres further detract from its environmental rating.

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16th: Davanti Wintoura plus

Davanti Wintoura plus
  • 215/55 R17
  • 3PMSF: yes
Test#ResultBestDifference%
Dry Braking7th43.9 M42.1 M+1.8 M95.9%
Wet Braking16th41.3 M34.2 M+7.1 M82.81%
Wet Braking - Concrete16th46.8 M37.6 M+9.2 M80.34%
Straight Aqua16th68.3 Km/H80.5 Km/H-12.2 Km/H84.84%
Curved Aquaplaning16th1.9 m/sec23.4 m/sec2-1.5 m/sec255.88%
Snow Braking16th11 M9.3 M+1.7 M84.55%
Snow Traction16th202 N238 N-36 N84.87%
Ice Braking16th21.2 M16.1 M+5.1 M75.94%
Wear7th47900 KM65100 KM-17200 KM73.58%
Abrasion13th79 mg/km/t55 mg/km/t+24 mg/km/t69.62%
The Davanti Wintoura + receives a poor rating for driving safety due to its significant weaknesses on wet roads, despite satisfactory performance on dry and wintery surfaces. It lacks precision and feedback on dry roads, requiring steering corrections and exhibiting a tendency to oversteer. However, its braking distance on dry surfaces is good. On wet surfaces, it has a very low grip level and a tendency to understeer or oversteer early, resulting in poor handling. Its braking and aquaplaning resistance are also poor. On snow, it offers only satisfactory performance with limited handling precision. Its environmental performance is average, with a good lifespan and low abrasion, but a high weight impacting its efficiency. Negative marks are given for manufacturing residues on new tyres.

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