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Comparison: Barum Polaris 5 vs. Wanli SW611 (2026)

Barum Polaris 5Budget
BarumBarum

Polaris 5

7.2
R13 – R19
VS
Budget
WanliWanli

SW611

R15
1 mutual test(s) with detailed data
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In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from (Wanli). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (78%) than Wanli (0%). The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 5 was done in 2019, compared to 2022 when was the Wanli SW611 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the ADAC 2022 185/65 R15 test, where both the Polaris 5 and the SW611 were tested. We also know where Polaris 5 is made - Czech Republic.

Test Profile

Barum
Polaris 5
Wanli
SW611
Number of tests
13
1
Best position
#9
#16
Average position
15.2
16.0
Latest test
2024
2022
Available sizes
76
1

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 5
58%
Barum
Polaris 5
Wet Braking
Barum Polaris 5
68%
Wanli SW611
43%
Wet Handling
Barum Polaris 5
46%
Wanli SW611
1%
Aquaplaning Cross
Barum Polaris 5
59%
Wanli SW611
26%
Dry Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 5
78%
Barum
Polaris 5
Dry Braking
Barum Polaris 5
78%
Wanli SW611
78%
Snow Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 5
78%
Barum
Polaris 5
Snow Braking
Barum Polaris 5
89%
Wanli SW611
82%
Snow Traction
Barum Polaris 5
80%
Wanli SW611
80%
Snow Handling
Barum Polaris 5
64%
Wanli SW611
56%
Ice Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 5
67%
Barum
Polaris 5
Ice Braking Abs
Barum Polaris 5
67%
Wanli SW611
82%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
ADACADAC
Winter
2022185/65 R15View

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