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

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.