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Comparison: GT RADIAL ClimateActive vs. Kleber Quadraxer 3

Mutual tests overview

Detailed head-to-head comparison based on actual test results

Tests used in comparison (2)

Organization Season Year Dimension Action
Autobild Autobild
All season
2025 215/55 R17 View
AUTOBILD AUTOBILD
All season
2024 225/50 R17 View

The comparison between the GT RADIAL ClimateActive and the Kleber Quadraxer 3 shows two competent all-round tyres with different strengths. On our scoring scale the GT RADIAL ClimateActive leads with 83% versus 79% for the Kleber Quadraxer 3, but test results are mixed depending on the discipline.


Summary of test highlights:


  • Snow performance — Both tyres perform very well on snow. Autobild and Autobild 2024 note short braking distances and secure handling for the ClimateActive; the Quadraxer 3 is repeatedly praised as a “snow specialist” (Autobild 2025 calls it a “Schneekönig”) with winter-tyre level traction and handling.

  • Wet handling and braking — This is the main divider. GT RADIAL is described as an excellent value tyre with no major weaknesses but shows slightly longer braking distances on wet and dry surfaces (ADAC 2017, Autobild 2024). Kleber often loses points for mistakes in wet conditions and shows mediocre wet grip / extended wet braking (Autobild 2025, Autobild 2024).

  • Noise and comfort — Both tyres register good exterior noise values in tests. Kleber scores particularly well for comfort and low exterior noise in Autobild group tests; GT RADIAL also gets positive notes for external noise and snow braking.

  • Aquaplaning and rolling resistance — Kleber shows solid aquaplaning reserves in Autobild 2024, while the Quadraxer 3 is also noted for respectable rolling resistance in some Autobild panels. GT RADIAL is highlighted as a budget-friendly option with competitive rolling resistance in ADAC commentary.

  • Durability / mileage — GT RADIAL is criticised for somewhat limited tread life (Autobild 2024), a point to consider for high-mileage drivers.


Test positions across published reviews are close. In one Autobild group test the GT RADIAL ClimateActive placed 5th out of 11, while the Kleber Quadraxer 3 was 8th. In a larger Autobild comparison the Quadraxer 3 sat just ahead (7th) of the ClimateActive (8th of 37). These mixed placements underline that the two tyres trade places depending on the test focus (snow vs wet/dry performance).


Manufacturer links:
GT RADIAL (manufacturer) — and —
Kleber (manufacturer).


Verdict: If you want a true all-rounder with a marginally higher overall score and consistently good behaviour on snow, dry and acceptable wet performance, the GT RADIAL ClimateActive is the safer pick — particularly for buyers prioritising value. The Kleber Quadraxer 3 is the better choice when winter/snow grip, comfort and aquaplaning resistance are top priorities: it behaves like a winter-focused tyre in snow and is praised for comfort and low noise, but you should accept somewhat weaker wet braking. In short: GT RADIAL = better overall score and value; Kleber = superior snow specialist and comfort.


Note: The Kleber Quadraxer 3 succeeds the Quadraxer 2 as Kleber’s current all-round winter/all-season offering.

Performance comparison

Averaged from 2 tests

Wet Performance
Kleber Quadraxer 3
67%
Kleber
Quadraxer 3
Wet Braking
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
70%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
56%
Best: VREDESTEIN Quatrac (93.0%)
Wet Handling
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
80%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
60%
Best: VREDESTEIN Quatrac (92.0%)
Wet Circle Cornering
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
85%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
69%
Aquaplaning Longitudinal
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
68%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
77%
Aquaplaning Cross
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
72%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
72%
Best in category: VREDESTEIN Quatrac (90.2%)
Dry Performance
Kleber Quadraxer 3
76%
Kleber
Quadraxer 3
Dry Braking
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
71%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
79%
Dry Handling
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
74%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
73%
Best in category: BRIDGESTONE Turanza All Season 6 (94.0%)
Snow Performance
Kleber Quadraxer 3
91%
Kleber
Quadraxer 3
Snow Braking
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
84%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
90%
Best: VREDESTEIN Quatrac (95.0%)
Snow Traction
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
75%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
92%
Snow Handling
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
66%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
87%
Best: KLEBER Quadraxer 3 (96.0%)
Snow Circle Cornering
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
66%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
96%
Best: KLEBER Quadraxer 3 (96.0%)
Best in category: KLEBER Quadraxer 3 (94.5%)
Comfort & Noise
Kleber Quadraxer 3
83%
Kleber
Quadraxer 3
Noise Exterior
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
78%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
82%
Best: VREDESTEIN Quatrac (87.0%)
Ride Comfort
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
77%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
84%
Best in category: Vredestein Quatrac (86.0%)
Economy
Kleber Quadraxer 3
77%
Kleber
Quadraxer 3
Rolling Resistance
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
80%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
84%
Mileage
GT RADIAL ClimateActive
53%
Kleber Quadraxer 3
70%
Best in category: Michelin CrossClimate 2 (94.0%)

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