Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 review
The Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional winter performance, frequently outperforming premium competitors in both traction and tread longevity. Owners consistently report confidence in deep snow and icy conditions, noting that the tire provides a surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride for a dedicated winter product.
Owners rate it 22.7 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
93.3%By road tests
70.6%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 6 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nexen Winguard winSpike WH62 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional winter performance, frequently outperforming premium competitors in both traction and tread longevity. Owners consistently report confidence in deep snow and icy conditions, noting that the tire provides a surprisingly quiet and comfortable ride for a dedicated winter product.
Pros
- Superior traction in deep snow and icy conditions
- Excellent tread life compared to premium winter tire alternatives
- Low road noise levels for a winter-specific tire
- Strong value proposition relative to performance
Cons
- Limited ice performance without the use of studs
- Availability of studding options may be desired for extreme icy climates
Worth knowing
- Users operating front-wheel-drive minivans in heavy snow regions report high levels of stability and reliability.
- Owners of 4x4 trucks report excellent capability on steep, unpaved mountain terrain.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2018 Vi Studded Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
7th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 8 | |
| Snow Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Snow Traction | 8th of 8 | |
| Snow Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Ice Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Ice Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 8 | |
| Ice Traction | 8th of 8 |