RoadX RXFROST WU01 review
The RoadX RXFROST WU01 is perceived as a high-value budget winter tire that delivers surprisingly strong grip in both snowy and dry conditions. While it performs well beyond its price point in terms of traction, users report significant concerns regarding the longevity of the tread compound.
Owners rate it 14.6 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
61%By road tests
46.4%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.
The RoadX RXFROST WU01 is perceived as a high-value budget winter tire that delivers surprisingly strong grip in both snowy and dry conditions. While it performs well beyond its price point in terms of traction, users report significant concerns regarding the longevity of the tread compound.
Pros
- Excellent traction and grip in winter conditions
- Strong dry lateral grip despite the soft winter compound
- High value-for-money proposition
- Predictable handling during cornering
Cons
- Rapid tread wear
- Durability concerns over extended use
Worth knowing
- The tire maintains stable handling characteristics even when fitted to heavier vehicle platforms.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2024 Winter 55 tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
47th of 55
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 47th of 55 |
2022 Winter tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
55th of 56
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 55th of 56 |