Barum Snovanis

Barum Snovanis photo, test, review, ratings

Barum Snovanis is a Touring Winter tire with symmetrical tread pattern, designed for Vans and Light Trucks.

2013 Autocenter Barum Snovanis Test

In 2013 experts of the Ukrainian publication Autocenter have tested Barum Snovanis at size 215/65 R16C  and compared to 7 similar budget, mid-range and premium van winter tires.

Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
2nd place in Wet braking. +1.92m braking distance.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
7th place in Dry braking. +2.2m braking distance.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
Last place in Ice braking. +3.34m braking distance.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
5th place in Subj. Ice handling. Subjective score – 7 points.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
Last place in Ice lateral handling. +5.46sec lap time.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
8th place in Ice traction. +1.9sec acceleration time.
Barum Snovanis test, reviews, ratings
5th place in Snow braking. +0.85m braking distance.
Barum Snovanis test, reviews, ratings
5th place in Subj. Snow handling. Subjective score – 6 points.
Barum Snovanis test, reviews, ratings
4-5th place in Snow traction. +0.5sec acceleration time.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
6th place in Slushplaning. -1.5km/h float speed.
Barum Snovanis test, review, ratings
7th place in Rolling resistance. +0.94kg/t rolling resistance.

Overall Barum Snovanis Review

According to the test results Barum took 6-7th place and got an expert score “Not recommended”.

Main conclusions:

  • Short wet braking distance.
  • Acceptable dry braking distance.
  • The longest ice braking distance, the lowest traction and handling.
  • Good results on the snow.
  • High rolling resistance.

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