Barum Polaris 5 is a winter tyre made in total of 74 sizes, ranging from R13 to R13 - this particular dimension is R16, which means it fits to a 16 inch/406.4mm diameter wheel. 205/60 R16 is 70mm wider than the narrowest dimension (135) and 50mm narrower than the widest one (255). This tyre profile of 60 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 60% of the tyre width (205mm), which results in 123mm sidewall height. In 205/60 R16, there is only one possible speed index for Barum Polaris 5 - "H", which is good for speeds up to 210 km/h. In 205/60 R16, Polaris 5 usually competes against Winguard Snow G3 WH21, which is a tyre from Nexen with a rating of 60%, compared to 63% of the Barum in question. Latest test in 205/60 R16 was held by ADAC in 2023, where Polaris 5 received rating "Satisfactory" and finished on the 12. place. It was tested on a VW T-Roc.
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (205/60 R16)
AUTOBILD Winter tyre test 2024 205/55 R16 satisfactory Ranked #16 of 20The Barum Polaris 5 finished 16th out of 20 competitors, receiving a final rating of 'Satisfactory'. Praised for its convincing winter capabilities and reliable dry-road handling, the tyre also excelled in rolling resistance. However, it was noted for lacking grip on wet surfaces and offered minimal safety reserves against aquaplaning.
