The Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 has been discontinued. A new version of this product has been released.
Northern Comfort
A tire for drivers who require absolute driving comfort, tangible fuel savings, and non-studded winter tire technology with the best safety characteristics.
- NON-STUDDED STATE-OF-THE-ART GRIP ON ICE AND SNOW
- GRIP PARTICLES IN THE RUBBER COMPOUND GRAB THE DRIVING SURFACE AND IMPROVE GRIP ON ICE
- THE LOWEST TIRE NOISE AND FUEL CONSUMPTION IN ITS PRODUCT FAMILY
User opinions
Rated 4.9 based on 92 customer reviews
Tire sizes
175/65R14 86R XL
max load 1170 lb, up to 106 mph
185/60R15 88R XL
max load 1230 lb, up to 106 mph
185/65R15 92R XL
max load 1390 lb, up to 106 mph
195/65R15 95R XL
max load 1520 lb, up to 106 mph
Independent comparison tests
2nd place
Motor
Norway
The tires has overall good qualities in all disciplines, resulting in a safe driving experience without suprises.
2nd place
Aftonbladet
Sweden
Excellent on the ice and snow. Easy to drive on ice and retain its grip even when sliding. Lowest rolling distance in the test.
2nd place
Tuulilasi 13/2016
Finland
Quick acceleration on ice and snow, good braking properties. Very good grip on curve and excellent steering response. Rolling distance lowest in the test.
Test winner
Auto Motor & Sport 21/2016
Sweden
The best tire on snow and ice. The tire scored maximum points in all tests conducted on ice. Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 was best in braking and acceleration. Lowert rolling resistance of the test.
2nd place
Vi Bilägare 13/2016
Sweden
Quick acceleration on ice and snow, good braking properties. Very good grip on curve and excellent steering response. Rolling distance lowest in the test.
Test winner
Car and Driver 6/2015
North America (english)
Maximum points in every individual subtest. Best grip on ice. Very reliable on snow, with excellent grip level.
Test winner
Motorföraren 7/2015
Sweden
The best non-studded winter tire on ice. Best in all test segments on ice: braking, acceleration, lateral grip and handling. Lowest rolling resistance and fuel consumption.
Test winner
Vi Bilägare 14/2015
Sweden
Logical handling and excellent grip on ice and snow. Outstanding grip on corners. Shortest braking distance on dry road, easy to drive under wet conditions. Quiet and very low rolling resistance.
Test winner
Auto Motor & Sport 22/2015
Sweden
Unbelievably balanced and easy to drive on the snow. On ice, the tire has outstanding lateral grip. Linear and quick steering response on dry roads. Easy to handle under wet conditions. Quiet and comfortable.
Test winner
Auto Motor og Sport 10/2015
Norway
Excellently balanced and easy to control on snow. Solid grip during acceleration and braking. Superior lateral stability on ice. Well balanced and easy to control on wet asphalt as well. The steering response is quick on dry asphalt and the tire is also stable during sudden lane changes.
Test winner – Very recommendable
AutoCentre 37-38/2015
Ukraine
Excellent grip on ice and snow. Good braking properties on dry asphalt. Predictable behaviour on icy and snowy roads.
Test winner
Tuulilasi 13/2015
Finland
Extremely good grip under icy and snowy conditions. Safe and logical handling behaviour both on ice and snow. Wet handling is also great. The lowest rolling resistance and fuel consumption. Lowest noise level.
Test winner
Aftonbladet 7.10.2015
Sweden
The best non-studded winter tire on ice and snow. Relatively short braking distances, good traction and stability. Low rolling resistance.
2nd place
AutoReview 18/2015
Russia
Excellent grip properties on ice. Handling and reliability on snowy conditions are top-class. Very comfortable tyre on all surfaces.
Test winner
Motor 5/2015
Norway
The best non-studded winter tire for acceleration on ice. The tire has great properties for braking, manoeuvrability and lateral grip. The lowest rolling resistance in the test.
Test winner
Za Rulem 9/2015
Russia
Phenomenal grip on ice. Excellent driving properties on all surfaces. The lowest fuel consumption in the test.
