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215/55 R17 Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 variants
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 is a winter tyre made in total of 32 sizes, ranging from R14 to R14 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/55 R17 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (175) and 30mm narrower than the widest one (245). This tyre profile of 55 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 55% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 118.25mm sidewall height. In 215/55 R17, there is only one possible speed index for Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 - "V", which is good for speeds up to 240 km/h. Latest test in 215/55 R17 was held by Autobild in 2022, where Premitra Snow WP6 received rating "Good" and finished on the 15. place. It was tested on a VW Passat.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 is made in 32 sizes, starting from 175/65 R14 up to 245/45 R18.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 in tyre tests
Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/55 R17)
Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
Ranked #11 of 56
Ranked #11 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 | 35,8 | 26,3 |
Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
good
Ranked #15 of 19
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 secured the 11th position out of 19 competitors, indicating a respectable performance in a competitive lineup. This tire was praised for its balanced winter properties, secure aquaplaning behavior, and affordable price point, highlighting its value proposition. However, it was not without its drawbacks. Critics pointed towards its slightly extended wet and dry braking distances, lower mileage, and high rolling resistance as areas of concern. Despite these mixed results, the tire did not receive a final rating, underscoring the nuanced nature of its performance across various disciplines. Notably, there were no specific categories in which this tire was ranked as the absolute best or worst, which suggests a consistent but not outstanding performance across the board.
good
Ranked #15 of 19
The Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 secured the 11th position out of 19 competitors, indicating a respectable performance in a competitive lineup. This tire was praised for its balanced winter properties, secure aquaplaning behavior, and affordable price point, highlighting its value proposition. However, it was not without its drawbacks. Critics pointed towards its slightly extended wet and dry braking distances, lower mileage, and high rolling resistance as areas of concern. Despite these mixed results, the tire did not receive a final rating, underscoring the nuanced nature of its performance across various disciplines. Notably, there were no specific categories in which this tire was ranked as the absolute best or worst, which suggests a consistent but not outstanding performance across the board.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | 2+ | |||
| Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 | 2 | 2- | 2 | 3 | |||
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