Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Barum Polaris 5 and Tourador Winter Pro TS2 appear in 13 tests, 1 of which put both tires on the same track on the same day. Head-to-head results carry the most weight here, because surface, weather and test car all change between events and make raw numbers from different tests hard to compare directly.
How the Barum Polaris 5 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 90/100, based on 12 tests.
How the Tourador Winter Pro TS2 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. It has limited comparative test data, so treat its results as indicative.
What this means for you. Category wins matter more than the overall score when your driving is weighted toward one condition — a wet-climate commuter should follow the wet braking column, while a high-mileage driver should follow wear and rolling resistance. Also check that both tires are actually offered in your size and load rating: performance can shift between sizes, and availability differs between the European and North American markets.
Verdict
The Barum Polaris 5 and Tourador Winter Pro TS2 are closely matched. Pick based on the category that matters most to your driving — wet, dry, comfort, mileage, or price.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Tourador Winter Pro TS2's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Barum Polaris 5 | Tourador Winter Pro TS2 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 12 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #4 |
| Avg rank | 13.4 | 40.8 |
| Latest test | 2024 | 2022 |
| Tire Lab Score | 89.7 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Barum Polaris 5
Tourador Winter Pro TS2
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Barum Polaris 5 | Tourador Winter Pro TS2 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 14.4 11 | Avg rank 53.0 | Barum Polaris 5 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 10.5 2 | No data | Barum Polaris 5 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 12.5 1 | No data | Barum Polaris 5 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 8.5 | No data | Barum Polaris 5 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 9.4 1 | No data | Barum Polaris 5 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 9.0 | No data | Barum Polaris 5 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 15.2 | No data | Barum Polaris 5 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 14.4, compared to 53.0 for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
☀️ Dry: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 10.5, compared to no data for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
❄️ Snow: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 12.5, compared to no data for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
🧊 Ice: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 8.5, compared to no data for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 9.4, compared to no data for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
📏 Mileage: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 9.0, compared to no data for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
🔋 Efficiency: Barum Polaris 5 vs Tourador Winter Pro TS2
The Barum Polaris 5 wins this category with an average rank of 15.2, compared to no data for the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Barum Polaris 5 or Tourador Winter Pro TS2?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Barum Polaris 5 ranks higher on average than the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Barum Polaris 5 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Tourador Winter Pro TS2 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Barum Polaris 5 ranks better than the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Barum Polaris 5 shows better mileage performance than the Tourador Winter Pro TS2.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Barum Polaris 5 appears in 12 independent tests, Tourador Winter Pro TS2 in 1, with 1 head-to-head tests where both were measured.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
