Comparison: Barum Polaris 3 vs. Tigar Winter 1 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Serbia (Tigar). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Tigar is a brand that belongs to the Michelin group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (78%) than Tigar (27%). But when it comes to comparing Barum Polaris 3 and Tigar Winter 1, the rating is the same - 0%. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2017 225/50 R17 test, where both the Polaris 3 and the Winter 1 were tested. See more mutual tests below.