Comparison: Barum Polaris 5 vs. Kleber KRISALP HP3 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from France (Kleber). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Kleber is a brand that belongs to the Michelin group. Generally, Kleber winter tyres are slightly better rated (80%) than Barum (78%). In this particular case, the Kleber KRISALP HP3 has a better rating of 80% compared to 72% of the Barum Polaris 5. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2017 when was the Kleber KRISALP HP3 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the AUTOBILD 2024 205/55 R16 test, where both the Polaris 5 and the KRISALP HP3 were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.