The Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 wins the test with best-in-class dry braking (41.1 m, 1st) and snow braking (26.2 m, 1st), while also recording the lowest noise level (71.8 dB, 1st equal). It remains strong in wet braking (32.2 m, 2nd) and snow handling (75.5 km/h, 3rd). The only weakness is snow traction (6.61 N, 6th), but its braking authority and stability secure the overall victory.

The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3 delivers the fastest dry handling speed (121.6 km/h, 1st) and leads wet circle grip (8.37 m/s, 1st). Noise matches the best result (71.8 dB, 1st equal). Dry braking (41.8 m, 2nd) and wet handling (75.6 km/h, 2nd) remain strong, though snow braking (26.8 m, 6th) trails the leaders. It prioritizes asphalt performance without losing winter capability.

The Continental WinterContact 8 S records the best rolling resistance (7.8 kg/t, 1st) and strongest snow traction (7.37 N, 1st). Snow braking is competitive (26.5 m, 3rd), but wet handling (73.0 km/h, 6th) and aquaplaning stability fall behind. It focuses on efficiency and traction rather than peak wet grip.

The Bridgestone Blizzak 6 achieves the shortest wet braking distance (31.7 m, 1st) and the highest snow handling speed (76.0 km/h, 1st). Snow traction (7.0 N, 4th) and braking remain solid. Dry braking (43.5 m, 5th) and aquaplaning performance reduce its final ranking, but wet control is class-leading.

The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 leads wet handling (75.9 km/h, 1st) and delivers strong snow braking (26.4 m, 2nd) with balanced snow handling (75.7 km/h, 2nd). However, it records the highest noise level (77.4 dB, 6th) and longer dry braking (43.4 m, 4th). It is tuned for snow dynamics over refinement.

The Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ shows strong aquaplaning resistance (93.9 km/h straight, 1st; 1.83 m/s curved, 1st) and acceptable snow braking (26.6 m, 4th). However, it records the longest wet braking (33.6 m, 6th), longest dry braking (43.6 m, 6th), and highest rolling resistance (9.8 kg/t, 6th). Safety margins are lower than the premium group.

The Quatrac Pro+ leads wet handling (76.0 km/h, 1st) and snow traction (7.94 N, 1st) with strong dry braking (41.6 m, 2nd). Snow braking (28.5 m, 7th) and snow handling (68.5 km/h, 7th) fall well behind winter tires. It performs well on asphalt but cannot match dedicated winter grip.