Comparison: Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs. Nokian Seasonproof (2026)

Wet performance follows the same pattern, but the stakes are higher. In the same AutoBild braking test, the Quadraxer 3 averaged 49.4 metres on a wet surface against the Seasonproof's 52.4 metres — a three-metre advantage that translates directly to real-world safety margins in heavy rain. The Kleber's aquaplaning resistance score of 81.6 also edges out the Nokian's 79.2, meaning greater confidence when standing water appears at speed. Where the Quadraxer 3 draws consistent criticism is in wet handling feel: the steering response is slower than ideal and the front axle understeers on slippery corners, a trait noted across multiple test seasons. The Seasonproof carries similar wet handling traits — prolonged braking distances and understeer are its recurring test negatives — but without the Kleber's compensating braking sharpness. Owners who regularly drive in wet conditions will find the Quadraxer 3 the safer choice on paper.

On dry roads, the gap between these two is real and measurable. In the one direct head-to-head braking test both faced — the AutoBild 2022 35-tyre comparative in 195/55 R16 — the Quadraxer 3 stopped in 40.3 metres against the Seasonproof's 46.3 metres, a six-metre deficit that puts the Nokian firmly in the back half of the field (15th of 35) while the Kleber sits fourth. That braking advantage is consistent with the Kleber's overall dry score of 77.3 against the Nokian's 73.2. The Quadraxer 3 does have a documented tendency to understeer when pushed in dry corners, but within normal driving limits it feels composed and predictable. The Seasonproof shows similar understeer characteristics in the dry, without the compensating braking advantage to balance the equation.

Snow is where the gap narrows and the Nokian makes its clearest case. With a snow score of 89.6 against the Kleber's 87.8, the Seasonproof reflects Nokian's Finnish winter engineering heritage — its snow braking average of 93 and strong snow traction figures are genuinely impressive for an all-season tyre. The Quadraxer 3 is no slouch either; AutoBild testers called it a snow king performing at winter tyre levels, and its snow handling scores consistently top the all-season class. In the 2022 AutoBild test, both tyres were rated equally in overall snow capability, with the Kleber edging the Nokian by two positions overall. For buyers in areas with meaningful winter snowfall, both are credible — but the Nokian's snow braking edge is worth noting for those who frequently encounter ploughed but slippery roads.

Comfort is where the Nokian Seasonproof pulls decisively ahead, and the gap is substantial. Its comfort score of 94.6 and noise score of 95.5 dwarf the Kleber's 88.8 and 78.6 respectively — and this shows up clearly in real-world ownership. Nokian Seasonproof owners on Heureka rate it 9.4 out of 10, with quiet and smooth motorway behaviour frequently mentioned across 34 reviews. A Volvo V90 owner covering over 40,000 miles across the UK and Europe praised the tyre's refinement across varied road surfaces. The Quadraxer 3 is quieter than many expect from a non-premium brand — owners specifically mention its low cabin noise as a positive — but it is not in the same league as the Nokian for refined, hushed long-distance travel. On rolling resistance, the Kleber scores better (83.7 versus 75.5), though the Nokian claims a higher projected mileage score (74.5 vs 63.6), suggesting its softer compound takes longer to wear despite the higher resistance figure.