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Comparison: Minerva F205 vs. Viking Protech NewGen (2026)

Minerva F205Budget
MinervaMinerva

F205

1.7
R15 – R20
VS
Viking Protech NewGenBudget
VikingViking

Protech NewGen

4.0
R15 – R21
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In this comparison, both of the tyres are made by a brand from . Generally, Viking summer tyres are slightly better rated (40%) than Minerva (25%). In this particular case, the Viking Protech NewGen has a better rating of 40% compared to 17% of the Minerva F205. The first tyre test of Minerva F205 was done in 2020, compared to 2021 when was the Viking Protech NewGen first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2026 245/45 R19 test, where both the F205 and the Protech NewGen were tested. See more mutual tests below.

Test Profile

Minerva
F205
Viking
Protech NewGen
Number of tests
3
7
Best position
#35
#16
Average position
39.7
32.7
Latest test
2026
2026
Available sizes
90
94

Dimensions and prices

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Mutual tests

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2026245/45 R19View
AutobildAutobild
Summer
2023225/45 R18View

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