Winter tire Updated September 2026

Kleber Krisalp HP2 review

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Owners 51 · 16 reviews analysed

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The Kleber Krisalp HP2 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those who appreciate its longevity and value in light winter conditions and those who report significant safety concerns regarding wet-weather performance. While some drivers find them competent for budget-conscious winter driving, a notable portion of the user base describes the compound as overly hard, leading to unpredictable handling in rain and snow.

Kleber Krisalp HP2

What owners say

No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.

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Relative score
0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests
0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews
0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

By owner reviews

51/100

From 16 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 54%
Dry
Overall dry
49.6
Corner stability
51
Dry traction
55.6
Steering response
52
Wet
Overall wet
51.9
Wet traction
55.1
Snow & ice
Overall snow & ice
38.3
Comfort
Overall comfort
54.3
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
65.9
Handling
Overall handling
49.2

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Kleber Krisalp HP2 specs & sizes

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 16 owner reviews found online.

The Kleber Krisalp HP2 receives highly polarized feedback, with users divided between those who appreciate its longevity and value in light winter conditions and those who report significant safety concerns regarding wet-weather performance. While some drivers find them competent for budget-conscious winter driving, a notable portion of the user base describes the compound as overly hard, leading to unpredictable handling in rain and snow.

Pros

  • High tread longevity and wear resistance
  • Strong value proposition for budget-conscious buyers
  • Adequate performance in light snow and dry conditions
  • Cost-effective alternative to premium winter tire brands

Cons

  • Poor traction and stability on wet or moist road surfaces
  • Hard rubber compound leads to reduced grip in cold temperatures
  • Unpredictable handling and potential for skidding
  • Increased road noise compared to premium alternatives

Worth knowing

  • Rear-wheel-drive vehicles, such as the Mazda MX-5, may experience significant stability issues and rear-end instability in wet conditions.
  • Users noted that the tire's performance characteristics remain consistent even after several seasons of use, suggesting a very slow wear rate.

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15 published test appearances

Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.

2016 AutoBild Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16

11th of 20

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2016 Winter tire Market Overview · 205/55 R16

15th of 43

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2016 ADAC Winter tire Test - 185/65 R15 · 185/65 R15

15th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2015 Auto Bild Top 18 Winter tire Test · 185/60 R15

16th of 18

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2015 ADAC Winter tire Test - 205/55 R16 · 205/55 R16

17th of 19

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2015 Winter tire Market Overview · 185/60R15

19th of 51

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2014 ADAC Winter tire Test - 195/65 R15 · 195/65 R15

11th of 14

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2014 50 Winter tire Braking Overview · 225/50 R17

30th of 48

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2013 Auto Bild Top 15 Winter tire Shootout · 195/65 R15

10th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2013 Winter tire Overview - Braking · 195/65 R15

9th of 50

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2013 ADAC Winter tire Test - 185/60 R15 · 185/60 R15

14th of 17

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: ADAC

2012 Auto Bild Top 15 Winter tire Test · 205/55 R16

13th of 15

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2012 Auto Bild 42 Winter tire Braking Test · 205/55 R16

14th of 42

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

Source: Auto Bild

2011 European Winter tire Test - 195/65 R15 · 195/65 R15

11th of 14

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

2010 European Winter tire Test Part 2 · 225/45 r17

6th of 12

Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.

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