Comparison: Barum Polaris 3 4x4 vs. Continental WinterContact TS 870 P (2026)

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Germany (Continental). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Continental winter tyres are slightly better rated (90%) than Barum (78%). The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 3 4x4 was done in 2017, compared to 2021 when was the Continental WinterContact TS 870 P first tested. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 100% of Barum Polaris 3 4x4 has C wet grip rating, whereas 99% of Continental WinterContact TS 870 P has B rating.