Pros and cons
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Short braking distance on snow
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Great handling on snow
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Competitors
Sizes
Falken EuroWinter HS01 is made in 166 sizes, starting from 155/70 R13 up to 275/35 R21.
Falken EuroWinter HS01 is ranked #80 of 861 winter tyres based on the results of tests carried out by AutoMotorSport 2022, Autobild 2022, and other organizations. Falken EuroWinter HS01 belongs to the Upper-middle segment and is made by a manufacturer from Japan. However, this particular model is made in Turkey. It is made in total of 166 sizes, 155/70 R13 being the smallest and 275/35 R21 the largest. This tyre was featured in tests 23 times, first test was carried in 2017. Falken EuroWinter HS01 got replaced by a newer model - Falken EuroWinter HS02. Noise is a strong quality of Falken EuroWinter HS01 - most dimensions have below average noise level values - 100% of them produce 0db noise, which result in "a" rating. This tyre has a initial tread depth of 8.7 mm in 195/55 R16. However, this can vary depending on the dimension (8.9 mm - 245/45 R19). It can be compared to Winterhawk 4, which is a tyre from Firestone (USA) and has a rating of 84%, compared to 80% of the Falken in question. There was a braking test that featured both Firestone Winterhawk 4 and Falken EuroWinter HS01 held by autobild in 2022. On the wet, the Firestone stopped from 80km/h earlier than the Falken - 36m, whereas the Falken took 36,3m to come to a full stop. On the snow, we can see that Falken stopped earlier at the 25,9m mark, compared to 26,4m of the Firestone.
Similar tires
Timeline
2017
Falken EuroWinter HS01 was tested 1x (ADAC)
2018
Falken EuroWinter HS01 was tested 3x (Autobild,...)
2019
Falken EuroWinter HS01 was tested 3x (ADAC,...)
2020
Falken EuroWinter HS01 was tested 6x (ADAC,...)
2021
Falken EuroWinter HS01 was tested 5x (AutoMotorSport,...)
2022
Falken EuroWinter HS01 was tested 5x (Autobild,...)
2022
Falken EuroWinter HS01 got replaced by Falken EuroWinter HS02
Achievements
Falken EuroWinter HS01 in tyre tests
Introducing the Falken EuroWinter HS01, an upper-middle segment tyre that has proven itself in various winter tyre tests, earning an overall rating of 80%. This versatile winter tyre continues to excel, delivering impressive performance across multiple tests and dimensions.
In the 2022 Autobild Winter Tyre Test 215/55 R17, the Falken EuroWinter HS01 ranked 13th out of 19 tyres tested. It also stood out in the 2022 AutoMotorSport Winter Tyre Test 245/45 R19, ranking 8th out of 8 tyres but achieving some of the best values in the test for aquaplaning (cross and longitudinal), dry handling, and wet handling. Furthermore, in the 2022 ADAC Winter Tyre Test 215/60 R16, the tyre ranked 16th out of 17, proving that it can still hold its own in a competitive field.
The Falken EuroWinter HS01 kept up its strong performance in tests conducted in 2021, earning "good" and "satisfactory" ratings across a range of dimensions. In the Autobild Winter Tyre Test 2021 225/45 R18, the tyre was praised for its aquaplaning resistance, comfort, and snow cornering capabilities. Meanwhile, in the 2019 ADAC Winter Tyre Test 185/65 R15, the tyre was recommended for its outstanding longitudinal aquaplaning resistance.
Whether you're driving a VW Passat, Audi A6, Skoda Karoq, or any other vehicle, the Falken EuroWinter HS01 is a solid choice for a winter tyre. Its consistent performance across different tests and dimensions, along with its excellent aquaplaning resistance, handling, and comfort, make this tyre a reliable upper-middle segment option for the winter season.
All tyre tests where Falken EuroWinter HS01 was featured:
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2- | 2- | 2 | 2 | |||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Rolling resistance | Noise | Wear |
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| Best values in test | 2,0 | 1,8 | 1,4 | 1,8 | 1,5 | 2,7 | 1,5 |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2,3 | 3,5 | 2,0 | 2,2 | 2,5 | 2,7 | 2,5 |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | ||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2 | 2 | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,3 | 9,4 | 10 | 10 | 10 | ||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 8,3 | 8,2 | 4,3 | 4 | 6 | ||
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Ranked #12 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 36,3 | 25,9 |
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | |
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| Best values in test | 1,6 | 1,9 | 1,9 | 2,0 | 2,6 | 2,0 | |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2,7 | 2,3 | 2,4 | 2,4 | 2,9 | 3,0 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Wear | ||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | 1- | 1 | ||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2- | 2 | 3+ | 3+ | 2 | ||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 32,1 | 27,3 | |||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 36,2 | 29,5 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2- | 2- | 2+ | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 8,7 | 9,6 | 9,3 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 7,1 | 7,4 | 7,0 | 7,5 | 4 | 10 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2 | 1- | ||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2+ | 2- | 1- | ||||
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| Name | Points total | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 200 | 67 | 48 | 60 | 18 | 9 | |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 167 | 63 | 45 | 39 | 10 | 5 | |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Rolling resistance | Noise | ||
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| Best values in test | 9,5 | 8,7 | 9,9 | 10 | 9 | ||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 7,1 | 6,9 | 6,7 | 5 | 8 | ||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | 1,3 | 2,0 | 1,8 | 2,1 | 2,5 | 1,0 | 1,8 |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2,3 | 2,9 | 2,7 | 2,4 | 3,0 | 2,0 | 2,4 |
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 30,3 | 24,3 | |||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 37 | 27 | |||||
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| Name | Points total | Winter | Wet | Dry | Rolling resistance | Noise | |
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| Best values in test | 101,6 | 299,9 | 299,9 | 100 | 101,1 | 100,7 | |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 98 | 286,4 | 281,7 | 98,9 | 82,6 | 99,7 | |
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| Name | Points total | ||||||
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| Best values in test | 8,9 | ||||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 7,4 | ||||||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 29,2 | 24 | |||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 33,9 | 26,1 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | 1,8 | 2,1 | 1,9 | 2,2 | 2,6 | 1,5 | 1,6 |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2,5 | 2,7 | 2,9 | 2,9 | 2,9 | 2,5 | 2,0 |
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
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| Best values in test | 1- | 2+ | 1 | 1 | |||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2 | 2 | 2- | 2- | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
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| Best values in test | 34,3 | 27 | |||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 36,2 | 28 | |||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | ||||
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| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | ||||
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2 | 2- | 2 | ||||
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| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
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| Best values in test | 1,8 | 1,7 | 1,7 | 2,1 | 3,0 | 1,5 | 1,7 |
| Falken EuroWinter HS01 | 2,6 | 2,6 | 3,1 | 2,9 | 3,6 | 2,5 | 2,3 |
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Test ratings distribution
| 85% (15x) | 75% (1x) | 65% (1x) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Satisfactory | Recommended | Good | Conditionally recommended | Sufficient |
| 7x | 1x | 7x | 1x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R15 | R16 | R17 | R18 | R19 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85% (4x) | 85% (4x) | 82.5% (4x) | 85% (3x) | 75% (2x) |
Ratings x Width
| 185/xx Rxx | 195/xx Rxx | 205/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx | 245/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 85% (4x) | 85% (2x) | 85% (3x) | 82.5% (4x) | 78.3% (3x) |
FAQ
Where is Falken EuroWinter HS01 made?
Falken EuroWinter HS01 is made in Turkey.
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.