Comparison: Barum Polaris 5 vs. Paxaro Inverno (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Paxaro). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (74%) than Paxaro (57%). In this particular case, the Barum Polaris 5 has a better rating of 70% compared to 66% of the Paxaro Inverno. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2023 when was the Paxaro Inverno first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2023 225/45 R18 test, where both the Polaris 5 and the Inverno were tested. See more mutual tests below. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.