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Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 review

The Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly its ability to navigate icy inclines and challenging snow conditions with confidence. Users consistently praise the tire's long-term durability and the robust retention of its studs over many years of service.

Relative score
91/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
91/100
2 reviews
Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7
Scores

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

91%
Would buy again 100%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
90%
Dry traction
80%
Steering response
90%
Wet
Overall wet
85%
Wet traction
80%
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
90%
Comfort
Overall comfort
90%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
95%
Handling
Overall handling
95%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 is highly regarded for its exceptional winter performance, particularly its ability to navigate icy inclines and challenging snow conditions with confidence. Users consistently praise the tire's long-term durability and the robust retention of its studs over many years of service.

Pros

  • Outstanding traction on ice and steep, snow-covered hills
  • Exceptional long-term durability and stud retention
  • High level of driver confidence and reliability in severe winter conditions
  • Good overall tread wear characteristics

Cons

  • Audible noise levels at specific highway speeds
  • Periodic resonance or humming patterns noted at speeds between 110-130 km/h

Worth knowing

  • The tire demonstrates strong synergy with all-wheel-drive platforms, specifically the Audi A4 Quattro, enhancing the vehicle's inherent winter capabilities.