For electric cars we recommend EV-specific tyres with low rolling resistance and reinforced load rating to protect range and handle instant torque.
For the smart #1 in 2026, the top-rated Winter tyres are Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 (rated 9.6/10) and Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 (rated 9.4/10). The smart #1 uses 3 tyre sizes across 1 generations. The Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 excels in Snow performance while the Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 stands out in Dry performance. Rankings based on aggregated professional tyre test results.
Source: aggregated data from ADAC, TCS, Auto Bild, GTÜ and other independent tyre testing organizations.
#1Winter
HankookHankook sneaked in between the traditional premium tyres again with its Icept Evo3. It excels in aquaplaning resistance, which is crucial for european winters.
#2Winter
Michelin
#3Winter
BridgestoneA great winter tyre with balanced handling characteristics. Great in the wet, but slightly less durable than newer models.
Nokian WR Snowproof P
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
Nokian WR Snowproof P
Nokian WR Snowproof P
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+
Semperit Speed-Grip 3
Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330
| # | Tyre | Rating | Wet | Dry | Noise | Comfort | Segment | Fit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 W330 | 9.6 | 8.0 | 7.1 | 6.3 | 7.8 | Upper-middle | 66% |
| 2 | Michelin PILOT ALPIN 5 | 9.4 | 7.5 | 8.8 | 7.6 | 8.1 | Premium | 166% |
| 3 | Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005 | 9.0 | 9.2 | 8.4 | 8.4 | 8.3 | Premium | 66% |
| 4 | Continental WinterContact TS 850P SUV | 9.0 | 8.7 | 8.9 | 7.9 | 7.9 | Premium | 133% |
| 5 | GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ | 9.0 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 8.9 | 8.5 | Premium | 66% |
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