Nokian Snowproof 2 review
The Nokian Snowproof 2 is highly regarded as a versatile, high-performance winter tire that excels in comfort and noise suppression. Users consistently report strong traction in both deep snow and varied winter road conditions, making it a reliable choice for diverse driving environments.
Owners rate it 11.3 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
88%By road tests
76.7%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 7 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nokian Snowproof 2 is highly regarded as a versatile, high-performance winter tire that excels in comfort and noise suppression. Users consistently report strong traction in both deep snow and varied winter road conditions, making it a reliable choice for diverse driving environments.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and grip in deep snow and mountain conditions
- High levels of driving comfort and low road noise
- Strong braking performance across various winter weather scenarios
- Good tread wear durability over seasonal use
Cons
- Noticeable tire flex during high-speed cornering in dry conditions
- Performance may feel less precise than dedicated ultra-high-performance summer tires
Worth knowing
- Demonstrated superior climbing capability on rear-wheel-drive vehicles in deep snow compared to front-wheel-drive alternatives
- Well-suited for urban environments with mild, salted winter conditions as an alternative to Nordic-style tires
4 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Die Reifentester Winter tire Test · 215/55 R17
7th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 5th of 7 | |
| Snow Traction | 7th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 7 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 7th of 7 | |
| Subj. Snow Handling | 5th of 7 |
The Best Studded / Friction Winter tires for 2024 · 225/50 R17
15th of 17
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2024 ADAC 16 Inch Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
6th of 12
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 12 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 12 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 12 | |
| Snow Traction | 10th of 12 | |
| Ice Braking | 12th of 12 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 12 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4th of 12 | |
| Noise | 11th of 12 | |
| Wear | 9th of 12 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 5th of 12 | |
| Abrasion | 7th of 12 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 7th of 12 |
2024 Winter 55 tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
27th of 55
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 33rd of 55 | |
| Snow Braking | 21st of 55 |