Tests 70 · 13 tests Owners 75 · 19 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 20 in 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test (fuel consumption)
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Michelin X Ice Snow vs Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 — Compared
Relative Score (0–100): 60% professional tests, 40% owner reviews.
X Ice Snow leads, 72–71 Narrow edge
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Tests 69 · 12 tests Owners 73 · 22 reviews
Best test result: #1 of 6 in 2025 NAF Motor Studded Winter Tire Test R17 (exterior noise)
Category by category
Relative Score per category, 0–100. Open “Why this score” for the tests and owner ratings behind it.
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67
Dry
Hakkapeliitta R5 +471Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Professional tests (TWG score) 65 70 Reviews found online 70 71 Dry Braking (% of best) 81% 66% Dry Handling (% of best) 92% 92% -
69
Wet
X Ice Snow +861Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Professional tests (TWG score) 64 53 Reviews found online 77 74 Longitudinal Aquaplaning (% of best) 80% 70% Wet Braking (% of best) 82% 80% Wet Circle (% of best) 81% 97% Wet Handling (% of best) 92% 94% -
76
Snow
Hakkapeliitta R5 +379Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Professional tests (TWG score) 73 79 Reviews found online 80 78 Snow Braking (% of best) 69% 90% Snow Handling (% of best) 80% 100% Snow Traction (% of best) 98% 100% -
80
Comfort
X Ice Snow +1862Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Professional tests (TWG score) 82 52 Reviews found online 78 76 -
74
Noise
Hakkapeliitta R5 +1286Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Professional tests (TWG score) 80 98 Reviews found online – 68 Exterior Noise (% of best) 100% 100% -
72
Treadwear
X Ice Snow +567Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Reviews found online 76 68 -
74
Handling
Hakkapeliitta R5 +579Why this score
Source X Ice Snow Hakkapeliitta R5 Reviews found online 74 79
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin X Ice Snow | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 |
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| Relative Score | 72 | 71 |
| Dry | 67 | 71 |
| Wet | 69 | 61 |
| Snow | 76 | 79 |
| Comfort | 80 | 62 |
| Noise | 74 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 67 |
| Handling | 74 | 79 |
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72
/ 100
X Ice Snow
71
/ 100
Hakkapeliitta R5
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | X Ice Snow | Hakkapeliitta R5 | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 81% #10/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 66% #6/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | +15.1 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 92% #4/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 92% #4/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 0.0 | Same test |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 97% #3/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 91% #8/6 · 2025 NAF Motor Studded Winter Tire Test R17 | +6.0 | Different tests |
| Fuel Consumption | Fuel | 100% #1/20 · 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test | 98% #9/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test | +1.5 | Different tests |
| Ice Braking | Ice | 90% #5/8 · 2024 Moottori Winter Tire Test R16 | 89% #7/8 · 2024 Moottori Winter Tire Test R16 | +1.7 | Same test |
| Ice Handling | Ice | 94% #6/8 · 2023 Studless Friction Winter Tyre Test | 78% #7/8 · 2024 Moottori Winter Tire Test R16 | +16.3 | Different tests |
| Ice Traction | Ice | 100% #1/8 · 2024 Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test | 97% #2/8 · 2023 Studless Friction Winter Tyre Test | +2.7 | Different tests |
| Exterior Noise | Noise | 100% #1/17 · 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 | 100% #1/6 · 2025 NAF Motor Studded Winter Tire Test R17 | 0.0 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 99% #7/8 · 2023 Studless Friction Winter Tyre Test | 99% #5/8 · 2024 Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test | −0.5 | Different tests |
| Deep Snow Traction | Other | 100% #1/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | 70% #4/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | +30.0 | Same test |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 0% #16/15 · 2025 Teknikens Värld Winter Tire Test R17 | 50% #3/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | −50.0 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 69% #6/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 90% #2/17 · 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 | −21.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 80% #4/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | 100% #1/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | −20.0 | Same test |
| Snow Traction | Snow | 98% #7/20 · 2020 Nordic and Studded Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/6 · 2025 NAF Motor Studded Winter Tire Test R17 | −1.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 89% #2/8 · 2020 Vi Bilagare Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test | 71% #11/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test | +17.6 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 100% #1/20 · 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test | 40% #8/6 · 2025 NAF Motor Studded Winter Tire Test R17 | +60.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 80% #4/8 · 2020 Vi Bilagare Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test | 70% #9/17 · 2023 UTAC Large Winter Tire Test R16 | +10.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Ice Handling | Subj | 60% #11/20 · 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test | 90% #9/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test | −30.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Noise | Subj | 88% #9/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 100% #2/14 · 2025 Friction and Studded Winter Tyre Test | −12.5 | Different tests |
| Subj. Road Score | Subj | 97% #6/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 50% #10/18 · 2026 Teknikens Värld Studded, Nordic and Central European Winter Tyre Test | +47.0 | Different tests |
| Subj. Snow Handling | Subj | 80% #11/20 · 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test | 100% #1/20 · 2025 Studded, Friction and European Winter Tyre Test | −20.0 | Same test |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 80% #3/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 60% #6/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | +20.0 | Same test |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | Wet | 80% #2/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | 70% #5/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | +10.5 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 82% #4/7 · 2025 NAF Motor Studless Winter Tire Test R17 | 80% #2/5 · 2023 Autoreview Studless Winter Tire Test R16 | +1.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Circle | Wet | 81% #10/10 · 2026 Tire Rack All-Weather vs Winter Tyre Test | 97% #5/6 · 2025 NAF Motor Studded Winter Tire Test R17 | −16.1 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 92% #4/8 · 2024 Nordic Friction Winter Tyre Test | 94% #4/8 · 2024 Moottori Winter Tire Test R16 | −1.9 | Different tests |
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews found online — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Tire A X Ice Snow
Pros
- Exceptional traction and lateral grip in deep snow and slush
- High level of confidence and stability on icy surfaces
- Excellent tread life and durability over multiple seasons
Cons
- Average performance and handling on dry or wet pavement
- Increased road noise as the tires wear over time
- Can feel slightly 'twitchy' or less stable at the absolute limit of handling
Tire B Hakkapeliitta R5
Pros
- Outstanding traction and braking on snow and packed ice
- Significantly lower road noise and higher comfort than traditional studded tires
- Good fuel efficiency and low rolling resistance
Cons
- Reduced stability and wandering feel at high speeds on dry pavement
- Occasional unexpected sliding or lack of confidence in heavy slush
- Potential concerns regarding sidewall strength or vulnerability to pothole damage
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin X Ice Snow | B · Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter | Winter |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 100 | 60 |
| Rim diameters | 13″ – 21″ | 14″ – 20″ |
| Tread depth | — | 10.5/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Michelin X Ice Snow
71
/ 100
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5
Too close to call: Michelin X Ice Snow and Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 are within 2 points overall. Michelin X Ice Snow is stronger on comfort, wet and treadwear. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 is stronger on noise, handling and dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin X Ice Snow scores 80 vs 62 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 scores 86 vs 74 on noise.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin X Ice Snow scores 69 vs 61 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin X Ice Snow scores 72 vs 67 on treadwear.
Tire A · Michelin X Ice Snow
Tire B · Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements), each result compared with every other tire in the same test and newer tests counting more. 40% comes from owner reviews found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates. Both use one scale: the average tested tire gets 70, the best 100. When a tire has only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from the other and the score stays closer to average; with no road test and fewer than five owner reviews it gets no score yet.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.