Quick acceleration on ice and snow, good braking properties. Very good grip on curve and excellent steering response. Rolling distance lowest in the test.

Excellent on the ice and snow. Easy to drive on ice and retain its grip even when sliding. Lowest rolling distance in the test.

The tires has overall good qualities in all disciplines, resulting in a safe driving experience without suprises.

Praised of its grip properties on ice and snow and balanced handling properties in every circumstance. Very quiet with the lowest rolling resistance in the test.

Maximum points in every individual subtest. Best grip on ice. Very reliable on snow, with excellent grip level.

Behavior on ice is excellent and tire is easy to handle. Steering is peaceful even when skidding and handling on snowy roads is exemplary. Steady and logical in extreme conditions. Tire is quiet and rolling resistance is low.

Quick acceleration on ice and snow, good braking properties. Very good grip on curve and excellent steering response. Rolling distance lowest in the test.

The best tire on snow and ice. The tire scored maximum points in all tests conducted on ice. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 was best in braking and acceleration. Lowert rolling resistance of the test.

Test winner Motorföraren 7/2015 Sweden Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 225/45R17 The best non-studded winter tire on ice. Best in all test segments on ice: braking, acceleration, lateral grip and handling. Lowest rolling resistance and fuel consumption.

Test winner Vi Bilägare 14/2015 Sweden Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 205/55R16 Logical handling and excellent grip on ice and snow. Outstanding grip on corners. Shortest braking distance on dry road, easy to drive under wet conditions. Quiet and very low rolling resistance.

Test winner Auto Motor & Sport 22/2015 Sweden Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 225/45R17 Unbelievably balanced and easy to drive on the snow. On ice, the tire has outstanding lateral grip. Linear and quick steering response on dry roads. Easy to handle under wet conditions. Quiet and comfortable.