Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9

Name: Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9
Brand: Nokian
Rating: 4.2 (9 reviews)

The new Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9 studded tyre adapts to all forms of winter in a skilful and balanced manner. The unique, patented Nokian Tyres Functional Stud Concept is at the heart of the new product. The different studs that operate during braking, acceleration and cornering ensure easy and comfortable driving even on the worst winter days.

In addition to excellent longitudinal grip, the worldâ€™s first functional stud solution offers drivers supreme lateral grip on icy and snowy driving surfaces. Nokian Tyresâ€™ new tread pattern technology also offers stable bare-road handling. The Hakkapeliitta 9 behaves in a controlled and logical manner under extreme conditions at the grip limits, and it rolls lighter than the previous studded Hakkapeliitta generation, which results in fuel savings. The comfortably silent rolling noise supplements the green nature of this winter road champion.

The modern product range is designed for small family cars and sporty vehicles alike, and it covers 52 sizes from 14 inches to 20 inches. Most of them are marked XL for the highest possible load capacity in that particular size. The extensive and modern selection for the flagship product from the worldâ€™s northernmost tyre manufacturer will be available for the winter tyre season of autumn 2017.

Tyre review data from 9 tyre reviews averaging 85% over 62,234 miles driven, and 7 tests with an average result of 3rd.

Dry Grip 85%

Wet Grip 84%

Road Feedback 81%

Handling 74%

Wear 93%

Comfort 68%

Buy again 86%

Snow Grip 95%

Ice Grip 97%

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The Hakkapeliitta 9 is ranked 20th of 67 Winter Premium Touring tyres.

This tyre replaced the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 and this tyre has been replaced by the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 10.

Tests Included

Best Result

1st

Worst Result

6th

Average Result

3rd

Latest Tyre Test Results

The Best Winter Tyres for 2020

2nd of 19 tyres

The studded Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9 consistently tests well in extreme winter conditions, with high levels of grip on snow and ice.
Slight weakness in the dry.

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2020 Nordic and Studded Winter Tyre Test

3rd of 20 tyres

High grip and excellent handling on ice, good handling in the snow, good directional stability.
Slow steering and poor handling in the dry.

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2020 Studded Winter Tyre Test

2nd of 8 tyres

High grip and good handling on snow and ice.
Insufficient grip in the dry, high noise.

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Questions and Answers for the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9

2018-01-21 - How many PSI in a Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9 studded H215/55R17 please.

The tyre pressure for the Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9 is vehicle and load specific. The correct tyre pressure for your vehicle can usually be found on a sticker in the door shut of the driver's door, or in the manufacturer's handbook.

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Top 3 Nokian Hakkapeliitta 9 Reviews

Given 17% while driving a Honda Ridgeline (245/60 R18 T) on mostly town for 101 average miles

I have only had the tires for a few days now so I have very little actual feedback. What i do know is that they are the loudest winter tires I have ever had. I have been a Nokian tire man for many years so I'm sure there is something wrong with this particular set of tires. The shop tried to balance them twice but they still shake the vehicle. I noticed when one of the tires was on the balancer that it wasn't round and had a high spot?? The shop is looking into it and i am confident that they will find out what is going on. Until then, unfortunately i will not run these tires. I have asked them to put a set of R2 SUV on s they have been around for awhile and have great reviews.

Helpful 109 - tyre reviewed on September 25, 2017

Given 92% while driving a Mercedes Benz B180 NGT (205/55 R16) on a combination of roads for 44,000 average miles

Tyres lasted for 3 winters, best durability so far. Tyres driven down to legal limit (3mm). In the end, over 3cm layer of wet snow became the problem, other surfaces still ok.

Helpful 31 - tyre reviewed on April 5, 2022

Given 78% while driving a Subaru 04 baja (225/60 R16) on a combination of roads for 10,000 spirited miles

If you drive on a lot of ice studs are the way to go. I absolutely hate the noise of studs and these are a little better than average.

Helpful 38 - tyre reviewed on November 1, 2020

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Given 71% while driving a Mazda MX5 (195/55 R16) on mostly motorways for 5,000 spirited miles

I have run Hakkapeliitta 9s on heavier cars with little discernable impact during dry weather. The Mazda MX-5 is particularly affected by these tires compared to its summer tires. I had these tires installed in southeastern USA before driving the car to Alaska in December. They were almost frighteningly loose in the 15 - 20 deg C temperatures of the southeast. As I drove north into Canada and the temperature dropped below freezing, the tires were much better behaved even on dry roads.

I elected not to get the studded versions to minimize noise. I will probably go studded next time or go with a studless design like the Nokian R5 or a Michelin X-Ice. These tires make the MX-5 a decent winter commuter that my wife is comfortable driving year-round.

Helpful 0 - tyre reviewed on November 13, 2024

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Given 88% while driving a Land Rover Range Rover Sport (265/55 R19) on a combination of roads for 12 spirited miles

I have gone through 4 sets of studded winter tires (Hakka2, Hakka5, Hakka7, Hakka9). Tried non studded Nokia WR (useless) and Michelin Pilot Alpin ( not great ). BUT....when the winter in Canada turns nasty and -25C or below turns rubber to hockey pucks, there's only one tire I turn to: Nokian Studded Hakkapelita! NOTHING stops on ice as good as these tires. My Range Rover turns into a Caterpillar snow plow . They give you such confidence, you think you're driving on dry. The studs are noisy but you don't hear them on the snow or ice covered roads. Good trade off for the sure grip they provide. Dry or wet grip is excellent also, considering I drive an SUV ( you can only get so much roll, going fast) . Only in the spring when the snow melts and the roads are dry you realize you are driving on "tank tracks",........and it's time to switch to All terrain tires ( and take the summer car out of storage as most Canadians do) ;) Not recommended for more moderate climates however, only the Northern American states and Nordic countries will benefit from these beauties.

Helpful 31 - tyre reviewed on July 4, 2021

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Given 90% while driving a Volvo 940 turbo (185/65 R15 T) on mostly country roads for 621 average miles

Super loud tires and you can really hear the studs at low speed. My personal thought is that the sidewall is quite flexy and especially on this type of setup there is a lot of "floating". These disadvantages are quite easily made up for by an excellent grip on snow and ice. As my Volvo is an RWD car and quite happy to get it's tail out, these tires are great for going uphill on both snow and ice in a regular Norwegian winter.

Helpful 35 - tyre reviewed on October 30, 2019

Given 100% while driving a Saab Automobile 9 5 Aero Wagon (205/55 R16) on mostly town for 800 average miles

I always buy nice winter studs for safety and non-stressful driving and these have been the best thus far! There are several significant hills in my town and lots of icy conditions throughout the winter season and I can drive confidently up and down the steepest hills without worry. Several of my friends have driven Hakkapeliittas for several years and swear by them and I expect to always seek out this brand first for future purchases. Yes, they do cost a bit more and for good reason; you get what you pay for and I do not have buyer's remorse at all. Why? The tough and well lasting carbide steel studs (and more of them per tyre/tire), the quieter "hum" of the studs on the dry pavement, and the aggressive pattern compared to all the other nice brands I've ever purchased. Relative to the price of your vehicle and the costs of an accident, the "extra" money for the Hakkapeliittas are really cheap insurance by comparison.

Helpful 35 - tyre reviewed on March 1, 2018

Given 95% while driving a Chrysler 200S AWD 2015 (215/55 R17 V) on mostly country roads for 500 average miles

Very nice set of tires. Itâ€™s incredible with the stud, First I bought without and it was a nightmare to brake in the mountains, so I exchange it with studded and I believe iâ€™m In summer now! Incredible!