Tigar Winter 1 review
The Tigar Winter 1 is widely regarded as a budget-oriented winter tire that offers exceptional value for money, particularly for drivers prioritizing longevity and snow performance. While it excels in light-to-moderate winter conditions and durability, users frequently report compromised safety margins in wet braking and handling, making it a polarizing choice for those prioritizing high-performance dynamics.
Owners rate it 20.7 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
73%By road tests
52.3%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 12 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Tigar Winter 1 is widely regarded as a budget-oriented winter tire that offers exceptional value for money, particularly for drivers prioritizing longevity and snow performance. While it excels in light-to-moderate winter conditions and durability, users frequently report compromised safety margins in wet braking and handling, making it a polarizing choice for those prioritizing high-performance dynamics.
Pros
- Excellent price-to-performance ratio
- Impressive tread longevity and durability
- Reliable traction in snow conditions
- Good structural integrity and puncture resistance
Cons
- Poor braking performance and traction on wet surfaces
- Numb steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Increased noise levels at highway speeds
- Rapid tread wear if used in warm, non-winter temperatures
Worth knowing
- Users noted that the tire's soft compound requires immediate removal once temperatures rise to prevent rapid degradation.
- Drivers of smaller vehicles like the Fiat Punto reported high satisfaction with longevity, whereas performance-oriented vehicles like the Seat Leon FR noted dissatisfaction with wet-weather grip.
2 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Winter tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! · 225/40 R18
38th of 51
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 38th of 51 |
2023 Winter tire Test 54 Set Braking Test · 225/45 R18
36th of 54
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 36th of 54 |