Winter tire Winter Premium Touring tires Updated September 2026
Uniroyal WinterExpert review
The Uniroyal WinterExpert is generally regarded as a competent and reliable winter tire that performs well in diverse conditions including rain, snow, and cold dry pavement. While users appreciate its predictable handling and fuel efficiency, some note that it is not designed for high-performance driving and can be noisier than expected.
Relative score
75/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
74/100
6 reviews
Road tests
77/100
12 published tests
Scores
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
74%
Would buy again
77%
Dry
Wet
Snow & ice
Comfort
Treadwear
Handling
By road tests
76.5%From owners
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 6 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Uniroyal WinterExpert is generally regarded as a competent and reliable winter tire that performs well in diverse conditions including rain, snow, and cold dry pavement. While users appreciate its predictable handling and fuel efficiency, some note that it is not designed for high-performance driving and can be noisier than expected.
Pros
- Strong traction and grip on wet and snow-covered surfaces
- Predictable and responsive handling for daily driving
- Good fuel economy
- Reliable performance in cold, dry conditions
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, particularly during dry maneuvers
- Limited traction when pushed beyond moderate driving styles
- Lack of long-term data regarding tread life
Worth knowing
- Users noted that smaller sizes, such as 185/65/15, exhibit more sidewall flex compared to larger summer tire setups.
- Drivers transitioning from performance-oriented summer tires (e.g., Michelin Pilot Sport 4) report that the WinterExpert remains direct and responsive despite the inherent differences in winter tire construction.
Test results
12 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2025 Autobild Winter tire Test · 225/40 R18
8th of 20
Best: Total Cost of Ownership · 2nd
Weakest: Subj. Comfort · 16th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 12th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 14th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 14th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 15th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 15th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 13th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 16th of 20 | |
| Noise | 15th of 20 | |
| Value | 6th of 20 | |
| Wear | 8th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 2nd of 20 |
2025 Winter tire Braking Test - 52 Sets! · 225/40 R18
5th of 51
Best: Wet Braking · 6th
Weakest: Snow Braking · 17th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 51 | |
| Snow Braking | 17th of 51 |
2025 ADAC Winter tire Test · 225/40 R18
12th of 31
Best: Wet Braking · 6th
Weakest: Ice Braking · 24th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 31 | |
| Wet Circle | 10th of 31 | |
| Dry Braking | 13th of 31 | |
| Snow Braking | 9th of 31 | |
| Snow Traction | 20th of 31 | |
| Ice Braking | 24th of 31 | |
| Straight Aqua | 18th of 31 | |
| Noise | 23rd of 31 | |
| Wear | 16th of 31 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 23rd of 31 | |
| Abrasion | 19th of 31 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 10th of 31 |
2024 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16
9th of 20
Best: Rolling Resistance · 2nd
Weakest: Snow Handling · 19th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 10th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 12th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 10th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 15th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 19th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 11th of 20 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 11th of 20 | |
| Noise | 14th of 20 | |
| Value | 4th of 20 | |
| Wear | 7th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 3rd of 20 |
2024 Winter 55 tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16
7th of 55
Best: Wet Braking · 9th
Weakest: Snow Braking · 11th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 55 | |
| Snow Braking | 11th of 55 |
2023 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 225/45 R18
12th of 20
Best: Wear · 6th
Weakest: Dry Braking · 20th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 11th of 20 | |
| Wet Circle | 9th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 20th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 15th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 13th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 15th of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 13th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 14th of 20 | |
| Noise | 11th of 20 | |
| Value | 7th of 20 | |
| Wear | 6th of 20 | |
| Snow Slalom | 14th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 6th of 20 |
2023 ADAC 16 Inch tire Test · 205/60 R16
14th of 16
Best: Fuel Consumption · 5th
Weakest: Dry Braking · 16th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 12th of 16 | |
| Dry Braking | 16th of 16 | |
| Snow Braking | 8th of 16 | |
| Snow Traction | 9th of 16 | |
| Ice Braking | 13th of 16 | |
| Straight Aqua | 12th of 16 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 7th of 16 | |
| Noise | 13th of 16 | |
| Wear | 14th of 16 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 5th of 16 | |
| Abrasion | 16th of 16 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 15th of 16 |
2023 Winter tire Test 54 Set Braking Test · 225/45 R18
11th of 54
Best: Wet Braking · 7th
Weakest: Snow Braking · 16th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 54 | |
| Snow Braking | 16th of 54 |
2022 Auto Bild Winter tire Test · 215/55 R17
20th of 20
Best: Snow Traction · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 20th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 19th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 19th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 20th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 20th of 20 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 20 | |
| Snow Traction | 1st of 20 | |
| Snow Handling | 1st of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 19th of 20 | |
| Noise | 9th of 20 | |
| Value | 15th of 20 | |
| Price | 10th of 20 | |
| Wear | 15th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 1st of 20 |
2022 Winter tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
17th of 56
Best: Snow Braking · 9th
Weakest: Wet Braking · 20th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 20th of 56 | |
| Snow Braking | 9th of 56 |
2022 ADAC SUV Winter tire Test - 215/60 R16 · 215/60 R16
14th of 17
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2022 AMS Winter tire Test · 245/45 R19
7th of 8
Best: Rolling Resistance · 4th
Weakest: Wet Braking · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Snow Traction | 6th of 8 | |
| Snow Handling | 6th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 8 | |
| Noise | 5th of 8 | |
| Price | 4th of 8 |