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Nokian Powerproof 2

Name: Nokian Powerproof 2
Brand: Nokian
Availability: InStock
Rating: 84 (5 reviews)

Summer

Upper-middle

8.4 /10 Recommended

The second generation of Nokian's flagship UHP summer tire, the Powerproof 2 delivers exceptional dry and wet performance with enhanced steering precision. Featuring Nokian's latest compound technology and asymmetric tread design, it offers improved grip and shorter braking distances compared to its predecessor. Developed in Finland and designed for demanding drivers who seek premium performance without compromising on safety.

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5 Tests Price from: £68 75 Sizes

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See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties

This tyre

Powerproof 2

8.4

Upper-middle

Ecsta Sport (PS72)

8.7

Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal

Worse at: Exterior noise, Rolling resistance

Upper-middle

Azenis FK520

8.0

Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal

Worse at: Wet handling

Upper-middle

Dynaxer HP5

6.4

Better at: Rolling resistance

Worse at: Dry handling, Wet handling

Upper-middle

Proxes Comfort

7.8

Worse at: Wet braking, Dry handling

Upper-middle

Roadhawk 2

8.1

Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Rolling resistance

Worse at: Wet braking, Exterior noise

Upper-middle

Proxes Sport 2

7.1

Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Aquaplaning - cross

Worse at: Rolling resistance, Mileage

Upper-middle

ZIEX ZE320

7.7

Better at: Comfort, Aquaplaning - longitudal

Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Wet braking

Budget

Sport Master

7.7

Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal

Worse at: Rolling resistance, Mileage

Premium

Potenza Sport Evo

9.3

Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal

Worse at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise

Premium

PremiumContact 7

9.8

Better at: Mileage, Dry braking

Worse at: Rolling resistance, Dry handling

Premium

Turanza 6

8.1

Better at: Rolling resistance, Comfort

Worse at: Wet braking, Wet handling

Premium

Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6

9.4

Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - cross

Worse at: Rolling resistance

Premium

Ventus Evo

9.9

Better at: Wet handling, Dry handling

Premium

Sport Maxx RT2

6.7

Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Aquaplaning - cross

Worse at: Rolling resistance, Dry braking

Premium

Pilot Sport 5

9.4

Better at: Aquaplaning - cross, Dry handling

Worse at: Exterior noise, Rolling resistance

Pros & Cons

Strengths

Lowest rolling resistance in the test, contributing to better fuel efficiency.

Very good wet handling, ranked second overall.

Weaknesses

Loses contact with the road earlier than competitors during longitudinal aquaplaning.

Weaker rear axle support during lane changes, which may affect stability.

History

Powerproof2019–20227.2Powerproof 120256.9Powerproof 220268.4

2026

Nokian Powerproof 2 was launched and replaced Nokian Powerproof 1.

2026

5× Tested1× Winner

Motor235/55 R181stTest winner

Die Reifentester235/55 R18#2Good

ACE225/40 R18#6Recommended

Autobild245/45 R19#10

Autobild245/45 R19#11Good

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5 Tests 1× Winner 4× Recommended

Summer

235/55 R18

Winner

Motor2026

1stTest winner

Skoda Kodiaq

1.Nokian Powerproof 2Test winner

2.Kleber Dynaxer HP5Recommended

3.Goodyear Efficientgrip 2 SUVRecommended

2ndGood

Audi Q3

1.Continental PremiumContact 7Good

2.Nokian Powerproof 2Good

Summer

225/40 R18

#6 Of 10 Tyres

ACE2026

6thRecommended

VW Golf

1.Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SHighly recommended

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5.Pirelli P Zero (PZ5)Recommended

6.Nokian Powerproof 2Recommended

7.Kumho Ecsta Sport (PS72)Recommended

Summer

245/45 R19

#10 Of 50 Tyres

Autobild2026

10th

Dry braking: 34.4 mWet braking: 28.1 m

BMW 5er (G60)

1.Linglong Sport Master

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9.Michelin Pilot Sport 5

10.Nokian Powerproof 2

11.Bridgestone Potenza Sport EVO

Autobild2026

11thGood

BMW 5er (G60)

1.Hankook Ventus evoExemplary

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11.Nokian Powerproof 2Good

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Sizes (75)

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205/55 R16From £69

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215/65 R16From £91

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Nokian Summer - Lineup at a glance

Where each model sits, what it is tuned for, and how the models trade off

Nokian's current summer car range is built around two pillars: the Powerproof line for sporty high-speed handling and the Wetproof line for wet-weather comfort and touring safety. Both are engineered for Central European roads and are suitable for electric vehicles.

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◀ Sporty / performanceComfort / efficiency ▶

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