Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs Nokian Wetproof SUV: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 and Nokian Wetproof SUV appear in 30 tests, 2 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 Maxxis Premitra HP5 performs. It takes the win in mileage. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 84/100, based on 27 tests.
How the Nokian Wetproof SUV performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 86/100, based on 3 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 Nokian Wetproof SUV is the stronger all-round choice, leading in wet and Tire Lab Score. The Maxxis Premitra HP5 still wins on mileage, making it the right pick if that matters most to you.
Which one should you buy?
- You prioritise mileage
Choose Nokian Wetproof SUV if
- You prioritise wet
- You prioritise dry
- You prioritise noise / comfort
Test profile
| Metric | Maxxis Premitra HP5 | Nokian Wetproof SUV |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Touring | Touring |
| Type | Summer | Summer |
| Tests used | 27 | 3 |
| Best rank | #1 | #1 |
| Avg rank | 8.1 | 5.4 |
| Latest test | 2024 | 2021 |
| Tire Lab Score | 84.2 | 85.8 |
Tire Lab Score
Maxxis Premitra HP5
Nokian Wetproof SUV
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Maxxis Premitra HP5 | Nokian Wetproof SUV | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 8.8 314 | Avg rank 5.7 | Nokian Wetproof SUV |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 7.7 253 | Avg rank 7.0 | Nokian Wetproof SUV |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 6.8 432 | Avg rank 5.3 1 | Nokian Wetproof SUV |
| 📏Mileage | Avg rank 12.9 | No data | Maxxis Premitra HP5 |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 5.2 53 | Avg rank 3.3 2 | Nokian Wetproof SUV |
Tests used in this comparison
Both tires were measured head-to-head in these 2 independent tests:
💧 Wet: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs Nokian Wetproof SUV
The Nokian Wetproof SUV wins this category with an average rank of 5.7, compared to 8.8 for the Maxxis Premitra HP5.
☀️ Dry: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs Nokian Wetproof SUV
The Nokian Wetproof SUV wins this category with an average rank of 7.0, compared to 7.7 for the Maxxis Premitra HP5.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs Nokian Wetproof SUV
The Nokian Wetproof SUV wins this category with an average rank of 5.3, compared to 6.8 for the Maxxis Premitra HP5.
📏 Mileage: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs Nokian Wetproof SUV
The Maxxis Premitra HP5 wins this category with an average rank of 12.9, compared to no data for the Nokian Wetproof SUV.
🔋 Efficiency: Maxxis Premitra HP5 vs Nokian Wetproof SUV
The Nokian Wetproof SUV wins this category with an average rank of 3.3, compared to 5.2 for the Maxxis Premitra HP5.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Maxxis Premitra HP5 or Nokian Wetproof SUV?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Nokian Wetproof SUV ranks higher on average than the Maxxis Premitra HP5.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Nokian Wetproof SUV averages a better dry-braking rank than the Maxxis Premitra HP5 across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Nokian Wetproof SUV ranks better than the Maxxis Premitra HP5.
Which tire lasts longer?
Based on wear and abrasion testing, the Maxxis Premitra HP5 shows better mileage performance than the Nokian Wetproof SUV.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Maxxis Premitra HP5 appears in 27 independent tests, Nokian Wetproof SUV in 3, with 2 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 →