Nordman North RS3 SUV review
The Nordman North RS3 SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional traction on ice and packed snow, providing drivers with significant confidence in harsh winter conditions. While performance is widely praised, user experience is polarized by concerns regarding manufacturing consistency and quality control.
Owners rate it 14.1 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
80%By road tests
65.9%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 3 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Nordman North RS3 SUV is highly regarded for its exceptional traction on ice and packed snow, providing drivers with significant confidence in harsh winter conditions. While performance is widely praised, user experience is polarized by concerns regarding manufacturing consistency and quality control.
Pros
- Superior grip and traction on ice and snow
- Surprisingly low noise levels for a studded tire
- Effective performance across varied winter precipitation including sleet
- Well-suited for EV applications due to noise-dampening internal foam
Cons
- Significant quality control issues leading to eccentric or out-of-round tires
- Potential for manufacturing defects affecting ride quality
- Lack of long-term data regarding tread wear longevity
Worth knowing
- EV owners report that the internal foam technology successfully mitigates the typical road noise associated with studded tires.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Friction Winter tire Test · 235/60 R18
6th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 8 | |
| Snow Traction | 8th of 8 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Ice Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Noise | 7th of 8 | |
| Ice Traction | 6th of 8 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 1st of 8 |