Nexen Winguard Snow G3 review
The Nexen Winguard Snow G3 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that delivers performance comparable to premium brands at a significantly lower price point. Users consistently praise its impressive traction in snow and ice, as well as its composed handling in wet and dry conditions, making it a reliable choice for budget-conscious drivers.
Owners rate it 23.3 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
Two scoring systems, side by side
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.
By owner reviews
90%By road tests
66.7%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nexen Winguard Snow G3 is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that delivers performance comparable to premium brands at a significantly lower price point. Users consistently praise its impressive traction in snow and ice, as well as its composed handling in wet and dry conditions, making it a reliable choice for budget-conscious drivers.
Pros
- Exceptional value for money compared to premium competitors
- Strong traction and confidence-inspiring performance on snow and ice
- Commendable wet and dry road grip
- Low noise levels comparable to summer tires
Cons
- Noticeable softness in the rubber compound
- Slightly 'floaty' or 'wishy-washy' handling feel at higher ambient temperatures
- Potential for reduced steering precision during warmer weather conditions
Worth knowing
- Drivers of compact vehicles, such as the 2012 Ford Fiesta, report responsive handling and excellent wet-weather performance.
- The tire maintains stability and road-holding confidence even at higher motorway speeds.
5 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2024 Winter 55 tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
26th of 55
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 19th of 55 | |
| Snow Braking | 27th of 55 |
2022 ADAC Winter tire Test - 185/65 R15 · 185/65 R15
10th of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2021 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
19th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 17th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 14th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 18th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 19th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 13th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 15th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 16th of 20 | |
| Noise | 1st of 20 | |
| Value | 12th of 20 | |
| Price | 1st of 20 | |
| Wear | 20th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 14th of 20 |
2021 Winter tire Market Overview · 205/55 R16
16th of 49
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 14th of 49 | |
| Snow Braking | 25th of 49 |
2020 Auto Zeitung Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
11th of 14
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 12th of 14 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 14 | |
| Snow Braking | 12th of 14 | |
| Snow Traction | 8th of 14 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 14 | |
| Straight Aqua | 12th of 14 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 11th of 14 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 7th of 14 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 11th of 14 | |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 10th of 14 |