Nokian Powerproof 2 review
The Nokian Powerproof 2 is highly regarded for its balanced performance, offering a sophisticated blend of precise steering feedback and strong grip in both wet and dry conditions. Users appreciate the tire's ability to maintain high levels of comfort without sacrificing the direct handling characteristics provided by its aramid-reinforced sidewall construction.
Owners rate it 18.7 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
95%By road tests
76.3%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.
The Nokian Powerproof 2 is highly regarded for its balanced performance, offering a sophisticated blend of precise steering feedback and strong grip in both wet and dry conditions. Users appreciate the tire's ability to maintain high levels of comfort without sacrificing the direct handling characteristics provided by its aramid-reinforced sidewall construction.
Pros
- Excellent steering precision and direct feedback
- Strong, reliable grip in both wet and dry weather
- High level of ride comfort
- Robust sidewall construction
Cons
- Limited long-term data available regarding tread longevity
- Higher price point compared to entry-level alternatives
Worth knowing
- The aramid-reinforced sidewalls provide notable steering directness even on tires with higher aspect ratios.
- Users transitioning from the Nokian Wetproof report a significant improvement in steering responsiveness.
4 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2026 Autobild Summer tire Test · 245/45 R19
12th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 12th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 16th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 18th of 20 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 9th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 20 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 15th of 20 | |
| Noise | 6th of 20 | |
| Value | 13th of 20 | |
| Wear | 9th of 20 | |
| Abrasion | 6th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 7th of 20 |
2026 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 205/55 R16
7th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Wet Circle | 7th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 8 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 8 | |
| Noise | 8th of 8 |
2026 Summer Braking Super tire Test - How do 52 tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? · 245/45 R19
10th of 50
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 13th of 50 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 50 |
2026 ACE Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
6th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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