Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Falken EUROWINTER HS02 and Nexen Winguard Snow G3 appear in 8 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 Falken EUROWINTER HS02 performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, mileage, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 89/100, based on 4 tests.
How the Nexen Winguard Snow G3 performs. It does not lead any single category outright in this matchup. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 85/100, based on 4 tests.
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 Falken EUROWINTER HS02 is the stronger all-round choice, leading in wet and Tire Lab Score. The Nexen Winguard Snow G3 making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
Choose Falken EUROWINTER HS02 if
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise snow
- You prefer the Nexen Winguard Snow G3's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 | Nexen Winguard Snow G3 |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Winter | Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 4 | 4 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 9.2 | 14.0 |
| Latest test | 2025 | 2024 |
| Tire Lab Score | 88.6 | 84.8 |
Tire Lab Score
Falken EUROWINTER HS02
Nexen Winguard Snow G3
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 | Nexen Winguard Snow G3 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 8.9 1 | Avg rank 13.5 1 | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 4.8 2 | Avg rank 8.5 1 | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 13.1 | Avg rank 16.5 | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 6.0 | No data | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 7.4 1 | Avg rank 8.8 1 | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 6.3 | Avg rank 20.0 | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 6.3 | Avg rank 6.5 | Falken EUROWINTER HS02 |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 1 independent test:
💧 Wet: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 8.9, compared to 13.5 for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
☀️ Dry: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 4.8, compared to 8.5 for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
❄️ Snow: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 13.1, compared to 16.5 for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
🧊 Ice: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 6.0, compared to no data for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 7.4, compared to 8.8 for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
📏 Mileage: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 6.3, compared to 20.0 for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
🔋 Efficiency: Falken EUROWINTER HS02 vs Nexen Winguard Snow G3
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 wins this category with an average rank of 6.3, compared to 6.5 for the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Falken EUROWINTER HS02 or Nexen Winguard Snow G3?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Falken EUROWINTER HS02 ranks higher on average than the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Falken EUROWINTER HS02 averages a better dry-braking rank than the Nexen Winguard Snow G3 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Falken EUROWINTER HS02 ranks better than the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Falken EUROWINTER HS02 shows better mileage performance than the Nexen Winguard Snow G3.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Falken EUROWINTER HS02 appears in 4 independent tests, Nexen Winguard Snow G3 in 4, 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 →