Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo: the full picture
This comparison is built only from published independent tests — no manufacturer claims and no sponsored reviews. Between them, the Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV and Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo appear in 3 tests, though they have not yet met head-to-head in the same test. 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 Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV performs. It takes the win in wet, dry, snow, ice, noise / comfort, efficiency. Its overall Tire Lab Score is 99/100, based on 2 tests.
How the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo 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 Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV and Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo 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 Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo's brand, sizing or price
Test profile
| Metric | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV | Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo |
|---|---|---|
| Segment | Nordic Winter | Nordic Winter |
| Type | Winter | Winter |
| Tests used | 2 | 1 |
| Best rank | #1 | #5 |
| Avg rank | 4.6 | 31.3 |
| Latest test | 2022 | 2019 |
| Tire Lab Score | 98.9 | — |
Tire Lab Score
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV
Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
Performance overview
Category-by-category results
| Category | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV | Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| 💧Wet | Avg rank 4.7 1 | Avg rank 40.0 | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV |
| ☀️Dry | Avg rank 3.8 21 | No data | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV |
| ❄️Snow | Avg rank 5.0 1 | No data | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV |
| 🧊Ice | Avg rank 4.5 1 | No data | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV |
| 🔇Noise / Comfort | Avg rank 4.0 1 | No data | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV |
| 🔋Efficiency | Avg rank 8.0 | No data | Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV |
💧 Wet: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 4.7, compared to 40.0 for the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
☀️ Dry: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 3.8, compared to no data for the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
❄️ Snow: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 5.0, compared to no data for the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
🧊 Ice: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 4.5, compared to no data for the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
🔇 Noise / Comfort: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 4.0, compared to no data for the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
🔋 Efficiency: Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV vs Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV wins this category with an average rank of 8.0, compared to no data for the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better in the wet, Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV or Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo?
Across independent wet-braking tests, the Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV ranks higher on average than the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
Which has shorter dry braking distance?
The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV averages a better dry-braking rank than the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo across the tests where both appeared.
Which tire is quieter and more comfortable?
On combined noise and comfort metrics, the Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV ranks better than the Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo.
How many tests were used in this comparison?
Nokian Hakkapeliitta R5 SUV appears in 2 independent tests, Sailun Iceblazer Alpine Evo in 1.
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Data aggregated from independent testing organizations including ADAC, Auto Bild, TCS, and Auto Motor und Sport. Read our methodology →
