Matador MP 59 Nordicca MS review
The Matador MP 59 Nordicca MS is highly regarded as a budget-friendly, high-performance winter tire that excels in snow and ice conditions. While users consistently praise its ability to outperform more expensive vehicles in deep snow, the consensus highlights a notable weakness regarding aquaplaning resistance on wet surfaces.
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Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
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The Matador MP 59 Nordicca MS is highly regarded as a budget-friendly, high-performance winter tire that excels in snow and ice conditions. While users consistently praise its ability to outperform more expensive vehicles in deep snow, the consensus highlights a notable weakness regarding aquaplaning resistance on wet surfaces.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and grip on snow and ice
- High value for money compared to premium competitors
- Robust rim protection feature
- Good dry road handling and comfort
Cons
- Increased risk of aquaplaning in standing water
- Initial tread squirm during the break-in period
- Occasional road noise/drone on specific surfaces
Worth knowing
- Users noted that the tire's performance in deep snow is significantly bolstered when paired with vehicles possessing higher ground clearance, such as the VW Sharan.
- Drivers of commercial or cargo-style vehicles reported a noticeable 'squirmy' feeling during the first 100 miles of use before the tires settled.