Nokian summer Powerproof 2
Nokian Powerproof 2
Nokian Powerproof 2
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.
2× 2× 2×
Dry handling — Best in test 2×
Motor 235/55 R18 (2026)
Reifentester 235/55 R18 (2026)
Aquaplaning - cross — Best in test 2×
Motor 235/55 R18 (2026)
Reifentester 235/55 R18 (2026)
Exterior noise — Best in test 2×
Autobild 245/45 R19 (2026)
Motor 235/55 R18 (2026)
See how this tyre stacks up against its closest rivals across all tested properties
This tyre Powerproof 2
Upper-middle Ecsta Sport (PS72)
Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Exterior noise, Rolling resistance
Upper-middle Azenis FK520
Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Wet handling
Upper-middle Dynaxer HP5
Better at: Rolling resistance
Worse at: Dry handling, Wet handling
Upper-middle Proxes Comfort
Worse at: Wet braking, Aquaplaning - cross
Upper-middle e.Ziex
Better at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Worse at: Wet handling, Aquaplaning - cross
Upper-middle ZIEX ZE320
Better at: Comfort, Dry braking
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Mileage
Upper-middle Roadhawk 2
Better at: Aquaplaning - longitudal, Wet braking
Worse at: Exterior noise, Dry braking
Premium PremiumContact 7
Better at: Mileage, Dry braking
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Rolling resistance
Budget Sport Master
Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Mileage
Premium Potenza Sport Evo
Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Worse at: Rolling resistance, Exterior noise
Premium Cinturato (C3)
Better at: Wet handling, Wet braking
Worse at: Exterior noise, Rolling resistance
Premium Turanza 6
Better at: Rolling resistance, Comfort
Worse at: Wet braking, Wet handling
Premium Primacy 5
Better at: Rolling resistance, Comfort
Worse at: Aquaplaning - cross, Aquaplaning - longitudal
Premium Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
Better at: Dry lane changing, Aquaplaning - cross
Worse at: Rolling resistance
Premium Ventus Evo
Better at: Wet handling, Dry handling
Size: 235/55 R19 245/45 R19 225/45 R17 225/45 R18 235/45 R18
R16 R17 R18 R19 R20 R21
Width: All 205 mm 215 mm 225 mm 235 mm 245 mm
1 Variants
Y Aramid
Best £95 Compare prices
1 Variants
Y Aramid
Best £96 Compare prices
1 Variants
Y Aramid
Best £93 Compare prices
1 Variants
V Aramid
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2 Variants
Y Aramid
Best £83 Compare prices
1 Variants
Y Aramid
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1 Variants
Y Aramid
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Width: All 215 mm 225 mm 235 mm 245 mm 255 mm 265 mm 275 mm
1 Variants
Y Aramid
Best £96 Compare prices
1 Variants
Y Aramid
Best £96 Compare prices
Width: All 225 mm 235 mm 245 mm 255 mm 275 mm
Width: All 235 mm 245 mm 255 mm 265 mm 275 mm 315 mm
Width: All 235 mm 255 mm 265 mm 275 mm 285 mm 315 mm
5× By professional organizations
● Test winner 1× (20%)
● Recommended 4× (80%)
Performance by size
xxx/xx R16 8.5 xxx/xx R18 9.0 xxx/xx R19 8.5 205/xx Rxx 8.5 225/xx Rxx 8.5 235/xx Rxx 9.3 245/xx Rxx 8.5
Frequently asked questions Nokian Powerproof 2 is made in Finland.
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.
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