Nokian PowerProof review
Relative score 60% tests + 40% owners
Owners 72 · 26 reviews analysed Road tests 64 · 22 tests
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The Nokian PowerProof is widely regarded as a highly capable, comfort-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry grip, often outperforming premium competitors in inclement weather. While marketed as an Ultra-High Performance (UHP) tire, many users find its handling characteristics lean more toward a premium touring experience, noting a softer sidewall and less aggressive steering feedback than dedicated performance tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.
Owners rate it 8.3 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 found online; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
How scores work
- 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
72/100From 26 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.
By road tests
64/100Scaled across every tested tire: the average gets 70, the best 100.
Nokian PowerProof specs & sizes
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What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 26 owner reviews found online.
The Nokian PowerProof is widely regarded as a highly capable, comfort-oriented tire that excels in wet and dry grip, often outperforming premium competitors in inclement weather. While marketed as an Ultra-High Performance (UHP) tire, many users find its handling characteristics lean more toward a premium touring experience, noting a softer sidewall and less aggressive steering feedback than dedicated performance tires like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather performance and aquaplaning resistance
- High levels of ride comfort and noise suppression
- Strong, reliable grip in both dry and wet conditions
- Excellent value for money compared to top-tier performance brands
Cons
- Handling feedback is described as 'soft' or 'spongy' by enthusiasts
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users experiencing premature wear or cracking
- Lack of steering precision compared to dedicated UHP competitors
- Increased noise levels once the tread wears down
Worth knowing
- Users on heavier vehicles (e.g., diesel-powered hatchbacks or SUVs) report that the tire effectively absorbs road imperfections, though proper inflation is critical to avoid a harsh ride.
- Drivers of high-performance vehicles (e.g., Megane RS) noted a lack of the sharp, direct turn-in precision expected from a true UHP tire.
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22 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2022 AMS Performance Summer tire Test · 245/45 R19
6th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 10th of 10 | |
| Noise | 6th of 10 | |
| Price | 4th of 10 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2022 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 215/55 R17
21st of 21
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 9th of 21 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 21 | |
| Wet Circle | 8th of 21 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 21 | |
| Dry Handling | 14th of 21 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 15th of 21 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 21 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 16th of 21 | |
| Noise | 20th of 21 | |
| Value | 21st of 21 | |
| Wear | 21st of 21 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 21st of 21 |
Source: Auto Bild
2022 Summer tire Market Overview · 215/55 R17
6th of 44
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 44 | |
| Dry Braking | 1st of 44 |
Source: Auto Bild
2022 AUTO Straßenverkehr Summer Tire Test R19 · 245/45R19
6th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 9 | |
| Longitudinal Aquaplaning | 4th of 9 | |
| Transverse Aquaplaning | 8th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 9th of 9 | |
| Exterior Noise | 5th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 9 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 2nd of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 8th of 9 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Wet Lateral Stability | 3rd of 9 | |
| Steering Response | 1st of 9 | |
| Safety | 2nd of 9 |
Source: AUTO Straßenverkehr
2021 Auto Express Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
7th of 10
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2021 Motor Summer tire Test · 225/55 R17
3rd of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 10 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 10 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Noise | 1st of 10 | |
| Price | 5th of 10 |
Source: Motor
2021 Auto Bild 19 inch Summer tire Test · 235/35 R19
12th of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 15 | |
| Wet Handling | 11th of 15 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 15 | |
| Dry Handling | 11th of 15 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 10th of 15 | |
| Straight Aqua | 11th of 15 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 9th of 15 | |
| Noise | 12th of 15 | |
| Price | 6th of 15 |
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2021 Auto Zeitung Summer UHP tire Test · 225/40 R18
6th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 10 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 9th of 10 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Noise | 10th of 10 | |
| Price | 2nd of 10 |
Source: Auto Zeitung
2021 Gute Fahrt Summer Tire Test R18 · 245/40R18
5th of 8
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Gute Fahrt
2021 Quattroruote Summer Tire Test R17 · 225/50R17
6th of 6
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Quattroruote
2020 EVO UHP Summer tire Test · 235/35 R19
4th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Wet Circle | 5th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 7 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 3rd of 7 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Price | 1st of 7 |
Source: evo
2020 UHP, UUHP and Track Day tire Test · 245/35 R19
7th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 6th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 10th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 10 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 10th of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 9th of 10 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Noise | 6th of 10 | |
| Tyre Weight | 9th of 10 |
Source: Sport Auto
2020 AMS 18 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/45 R18
7th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 11th of 11 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 11th of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 11th of 11 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 9th of 11 | |
| Noise | 9th of 11 | |
| Price | 7th of 11 |
Source: Auto Motor und Sport
2020 Auto Bild Summer tire Test · 245/45 R18
8th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 9th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 17th of 20 | |
| Noise | 18th of 20 | |
| Value | 14th of 20 | |
| Price | 12th of 20 | |
| Wear | 14th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 11th of 20 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 ADAC 18 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
11th of 16
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wear | 15th of 16 |
Source: ADAC
2020 tire Market Overview Braking Test · 245/45 R18
2nd of 49
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 49 | |
| Dry Braking | 2nd of 49 |
Source: Auto Bild
2020 TCS Summer Tire Test R18 · 225/40R18
11th of 14
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: TCS
2019 EVO Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
5th of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 7 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 7 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 6th of 7 |
Source: evo
2019 Auto Express SUV tire Test · 235/50 R18
1st of 8
Only the final ranking was published for this test, not the results per discipline.
Source: Auto Express
2019 Auto Bild Sports Car tire Test · 245/45 R18
7th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 11 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 11 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 11 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 11 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 11 | |
| Straight Aqua | 10th of 11 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 10th of 11 | |
| Noise | 9th of 11 | |
| Price | 9th of 11 |
Source: Auto Bild Sportscars
2019 SUV 4x4 Summer tire Test · 225/55 R17
4th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 10th of 10 | |
| Price | 7th of 10 | |
| Gravel Handling | 1st of 10 | |
| Gravel Traction | 8th of 10 | |
| Grass Traction | 3rd of 10 | |
| Mud Traction | 5th of 10 |
Source: Auto Bild Allrad
2019 Gute Fahrt Summer 18 Inch tire Test · 225/40 R18
5th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 10 | |
| Price | 5th of 10 |
Source: Gute Fahrt
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