Comparison: Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 vs. Nokian Powerproof 2

In this comparison, we are comparing a tyre from a manufacturer from Taiwan (Maxxis) against a tyre from a manufacturer from Finland (Nokian). Generally, Maxxis allround tyres are slightly better rated (65%) than Nokian (63%). In this particular case, the Nokian Powerproof 2 has a better rating of 72% compared to 65% of the Maxxis Premitra AS AP3. The first tyre test of Maxxis Premitra AS AP3 was done in 2019, compared to 2026 when was the Nokian Powerproof 2 first tested. If you wonder where the tyres in question are made, the Premitra AS AP3 is made in China and Powerproof 2 is made in Finland.