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Comparison: Barum Polaris 6 vs. Semperit Speed-Grip 5 (2026)

1 mutual test(s) with detailed data
In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Czech Republic (Barum) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Austria (Semperit). Barum is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Semperit is a brand that belongs to the Continental group. Generally, Barum winter tyres are slightly better rated (78%) than Semperit (75%). In this particular case, the Barum Polaris 6 has a better rating of 83% compared to 80% of the Semperit Speed-Grip 5. The first tyre test of Barum Polaris 6 was done in 2025, compared to 2022 when was the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 first tested. Important for this comparison is also the Autobild 2025 225/40 R18 test, where both the Polaris 6 and the Speed-Grip 5 were tested. See more mutual tests below. When it comes to comparison, eu labels can be also interesting - 88% of Barum Polaris 6 dimensions has C wet grip rating. Most (70%) of the Semperit Speed-Grip 5 also have C wet ratings.

Test Profile

Barum
Polaris 6
Semperit
Speed-Grip 5
Number of tests
3
12
Best position
#2
#3
Average position
7.0
9.3
Latest test
2025
2025
Available sizes
106
130

Performance comparison

Wet Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 6
61%
Barum
Polaris 6
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
75%
Semperit
Speed-Grip 5
Wet Braking
Barum Polaris 6
67%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
67%
Wet Handling
Barum Polaris 6
67%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
84%
Wet Circle Cornering
Barum Polaris 6
55%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
63%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
Barum Polaris 6
61%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
81%
Aquaplaning Cross
Barum Polaris 6
56%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
82%
Dry Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 6
73%
Barum
Polaris 6
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
77%
Semperit
Speed-Grip 5
Dry Braking
Barum Polaris 6
73%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
81%
Dry Handling
Barum Polaris 6
73%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
73%
Snow Performance
Confidence
Barum Polaris 6
73%
Barum
Polaris 6
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
64%
Semperit
Speed-Grip 5
Snow Braking
Barum Polaris 6
78%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
60%
Snow Traction
Barum Polaris 6
78%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
69%
Snow Handling
Barum Polaris 6
71%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
55%
Snow Circle Cornering
Barum Polaris 6
63%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
71%
Comfort & Noise
Confidence
Barum Polaris 6
87%
Barum
Polaris 6
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
74%
Semperit
Speed-Grip 5
Noise Exterior
Barum Polaris 6
87%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
78%
Ride Comfort
Barum Polaris 6
87%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
69%
Economy
Confidence
Barum Polaris 6
83%
Barum
Polaris 6
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
71%
Semperit
Speed-Grip 5
Rolling Resistance
Barum Polaris 6
96%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
73%
Mileage
Barum Polaris 6
69%
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
69%

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Tests used in comparison

OrganizationSeasonYearDimension
AutobildAutobild
Winter
2025225/40 R18View

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