Comparison: Falken EuroWinter HS01 vs. Semperit Speed-Grip 5 (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Japan (Falken) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Austria (Semperit). Semperit is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Semperit winter tyres are slightly better rated (75%) than Falken (68%). The first tyre test of Falken EuroWinter HS01 was done in 2017, compared to 2022 when was the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2022 215/55 R17 test, where both the EuroWinter HS01 and the Speed-Grip 5 were tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 75% of Falken EuroWinter HS01 has B wet grip rating, whereas 70% of Semperit Speed-Grip 5 has C rating. We also know where EuroWinter HS01 is made - Turkey.