Independent tests
Measured results. Rank = position in the same test on the same surface (1 = shortest braking distance).
| Test | Surface and speed | Result | Rank | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | dry asphalt, 100→0 km/h | 42.0 m | 2 / 31 | 41.4 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | wet asphalt, 80→0 km/h | 34.5 m | 14 / 31 | 31.7 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | wet concrete, 80→0 km/h | 39.7 m | 14 / 31 | 36.5 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | snow, 30→0 km/h | 9.7 m | 8 / 31 | 9.2 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | ice, 20→0 km/h | 15.5 m | 2 / 31 | 15.2 m |
| ADAC winter tyre test 2025 | aquaplaning speed (higher is better) | 71.5 km/h | – | – |
Test: 225/40 R18. The same tyre may perform slightly differently in another size.
Magazine tests
Published braking distances (Auto Bild, auto motor und sport, Auto Zeitung, ADAC, Za Rulem and others). Rank = position in the same test on the same surface (1 = shortest). The tests use different sizes, cars and conditions, so only compare numbers within the same test.
| Test | Size | Conditions | Result | Rank | Best |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | ice 20→0 km/h | 15.5 m | 2 / 31 | 15.2 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | dry asphalt 100→0 km/h | 42.0 m | 2 / 31 | 41.4 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | snow 30→0 km/h | 9.7 m | 8 / 31 | 9.2 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | wet asphalt 80→0 km/h | 34.5 m | 14 / 31 | 31.7 m |
| ADAC 2025 | 225/40 R18 | wet concrete 80→0 km/h | 39.7 m | 14 / 31 | 36.5 m |
| Auto Bild 2025 | 225/40 R18 | snow 50→0 km/h | 28.2 m | 10 / 31 | 27.1 m |
| Auto Bild 2025 | 225/40 R18 | wet asphalt 80→0 km/h | 36.9 m | 22 / 51 | 32.6 m |
| AUTO BILD 2025 | 225/40 R18 | dry asphalt 100→0 km/h | 43.5 m | 3 / 20 | 42.6 m |
| AUTO BILD 2025 | 225/40 R18 | wet asphalt 100→0 km/h | 57.7 m | 19 / 20 | 50.9 m |
| Auto Bild 2024 | 205/55 R16 | snow 50→0 km/h | 30.2 m | 17 / 33 | 28.9 m |
| Auto Bild 2024 | 205/55 R16 | wet asphalt 80→0 km/h | 39.0 m | 28 / 55 | 34.6 m |
The calculation on this page does not use these results: our check showed that a test in another size does not predict wet braking better than the EU label for your size. They are shown here as measured facts.
Where to buy
Our partner shops do not sell this tyre right now. Tyres from the same test that you can buy:
| Tyre | Test | Braking distance | Ceat WinterDrive | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Goodyear Ultragrip Performance 3 | ADAC winter tyre test 2025 · wet asphalt 80 km/h | 31.7 m | 34.5 m | See prices |
| Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 | ADAC winter tyre test 2025 · wet asphalt 80 km/h | 32.2 m | 34.5 m | See prices |
| Bridgestone Blizzak 6 | ADAC winter tyre test 2025 · wet asphalt 80 km/h | 32.3 m | 34.5 m | See prices |
| Momo W-2 North Pole | ADAC 2025 · wet asphalt 80 km/h | 32.7 m | 34.5 m | See prices |
| Landsail Winter Lander | ADAC winter tyre test 2025 · wet asphalt 80 km/h | 32.8 m | 34.5 m | See prices |
| Hankook Winter i*cept evo3 | ADAC winter tyre test 2025 · wet asphalt 80 km/h | 32.9 m | 34.5 m | See prices |
Same test, same car, same day. Shorter braking distance is better.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Ceat WinterDrive suitable for an Estonian winter?
Better suited to milder winters. The Ceat WinterDrive is a Central European winter tyre made for wet and slushy roads. On ice and snow it needs a longer braking distance than a Nordic friction or studded tyre.
Has the Ceat WinterDrive been independently tested?
Yes. Source: ADAC winter tyre test 2025. The Ceat WinterDrive stopped on dry asphalt from 100 km/h in 42.0 m, ranking 2 of 31 tyres. All measured results are in the table above.
Compare within the same test
Tyres that were neighbours in the same test: same car, same day.