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Nokian Tyres
Hakkapeliitta R5

Consumer Reports Recommended®

The Hakkapeliitta R5 is a non-studded winter tire for passenger cars designed to deliver uncompromising grip and smart driving features for every day of winter. Offering the purest form of safety, the Hakkapeliitta R5 is an innovative combination of pure winter grip, silence and eco-friendliness. A Double Block Grip design offers superior grip and handling, while best-in-class ice performance is guaranteed by unique Arctic Grip Crystals. The Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 has earned recommendation from Consumer Reports.

  • A Consumer Reports recommended winter tire
  • Pure winter grip and balanced handling
  • Supreme driving comfort and silence
  • Eco-friendly mobility with fuel savings

User opinions

Rated 4.6 based on 372 customer reviews

Key features

Officially approved for winter use
Certified braking on icy surfaces
Suitable for EV cars

Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 - Independent comparison tests

"A fantastic winter/snow tire to tackle tough winter conditions. Excellent snow and ice traction. Low rolling resistance, a factor in fuel economy."

- Consumer Reports 4/2025 | North America (english) | CR Recommended®

Tire sizes

175/65 R 14 82R

max load 1047 lb, up to 106 mph

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165/60 R 15 81R XL

max load 1019 lb, up to 106 mph

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175/65 R 15 88R XL

max load 1230 lb, up to 106 mph

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Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 - Independent comparison tests

"A fantastic winter/snow tire to tackle tough winter conditions. Excellent snow and ice traction. Low rolling resistance, a factor in fuel economy."

- Consumer Reports 4/2025 | North America (english) | CR Recommended®

Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 - Independent comparison tests

"A fantastic winter/snow tire to tackle tough winter conditions. Excellent snow and ice traction. Low rolling resistance, a factor in fuel economy."

- Consumer Reports 4/2025 | North America (english) | CR Recommended®

Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 - Independent comparison tests

"A fantastic winter/snow tire to tackle tough winter conditions. Excellent snow and ice traction. Low rolling resistance, a factor in fuel economy."

- Consumer Reports 4/2025 | North America (english) | CR Recommended®

Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 - Independent comparison tests

"A fantastic winter/snow tire to tackle tough winter conditions. Excellent snow and ice traction. Low rolling resistance, a factor in fuel economy."

- Consumer Reports 4/2025 | North America (english) | CR Recommended®

Consumer Reports Recommends the Hakkapeliitta R5

Our journey to offer drivers peace of mind in winter conditions took another step forward in 2025. We’re proud to share that the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 are Consumer Reports recommended winter tires.

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Impeccable ice grip

Arctic Grip Crystals. Microscopic, third-generation grip crystals are mixed in the tread rubber. These crystals work like built-in studs, creating sharp, tough grip edges inside the rubber. As the tire wears down, the crystals emerge and activate the grip reserve.

Superior grip and handling

Double Block Grip design offers superior grip and handling, which can be seen especially on the shoulder areas of the tire. The stiff row of tread blocks starts from the center and is split in two moving towards the shoulder area. Compared to its predecessor, the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 has 40% more tread blocks on the shoulder and intermediate area. This increase means that the contact area has more rubber touching the surface, which results in better grip on slippery surfaces.

Safe and green mobility

Hakkapeliitta R5 is a durable, comfortable and extremely energy efficient winter tire. Lighter rolling saves fuel and extends the range of electric vehicles. Due to the lightly rolling tread design and the Green Trace compound, the rolling resistance of the Hakkapeliitta R5 has been improved even further. The eco-friendly driving features come from ingredients like natural rubber, recycled steel, plant derived oils and pine resin. More than one third of the compound consists of renewable and recycled materials.

Patented safety

Our patented Winter Safety Indicator (WSI) is embedded in the tread to further improve safety. It displays the remaining tread in millimeters together with a snowflake symbol. The snowflake remains visible until four millimeters of tread remain. Once the snowflake has worn out, purchasing new winter tires is recommended to help ensure driving stays safe.

Read Hakkapeliitta R5 Reviews

Interested in what other drivers have to say about the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5? Check out some reviews we've seen on the web:

Review by Tires Easy (Online Retailer)

Review by Tire Reviews

Review by "Car Question" on YouTube

PURE SILENCE

Tire noise can affect driving comfort significantly. Lower noise levels can make the journey more comfortable and less exhausting for the driver. The Hakkapeliitta R5 offers a smooth, comfortable and steady soundscape. Pleasant sound levels have been achieved by eliminating the most disturbing noise peaks the human ear can distinguish. The Silent Touch tread design offers comfortable and pleasant rolling thanks to its tread block distribution.

PURE ECO-FRIENDLINESS

Starting from the material selection, the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 has been designed to leave a smaller carbon footprint. Our Green Trace compound offers excellent winter grip, better mileage, and low rolling resistance. The large amount of natural rubber keeps the compound flexible under all conditions. Low rolling resistance generates fuel savings and cuts down on harmful emissions. More than one third of the materials in the compound are renewable and recycled.

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PURE SILENCE

Tire noise can affect driving comfort significantly. Lower noise levels can make the journey more comfortable and less exhausting for the driver. The Hakkapeliitta R5 offers a smooth, comfortable and steady soundscape. Pleasant sound levels have been achieved by eliminating the most disturbing noise peaks the human ear can distinguish. The Silent Touch tread design offers comfortable and pleasant rolling thanks to its tread block distribution.

PURE GRIP

Winter can be unpredictable and hazardous, but your tires should not. The Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 covers all northern winter conditions and performs predictably on bare, wet, icy and snowy roads. A Double Block Grip design offers superior grip and handling, while the excellent ice performance is guaranteed by unique Arctic Grip Crystals. Microscopic crystals work like built-in studs. As the tire wears down, the crystals emerge and activate a grip reserve to help keep you safe on your journeys.

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PURE ECO-FRIENDLINESS

Starting from the material selection, the Nokian Tyres Hakkapeliitta R5 has been designed to leave a smaller carbon footprint. Our Green Trace compound offers excellent winter grip, better mileage, and low rolling resistance. The large amount of natural rubber keeps the compound flexible under all conditions. Low rolling resistance generates fuel savings and cuts down on harmful emissions. More than one third of the materials in the compound are renewable and recycled.

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WE RECOMMEND THIS TIRE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES (EVS) AND HYBRIDS

Nokian Tyres Products are Electric Fit™ Certified

High-quality tires bring out the best in powerful electric vehicles. Battery packs inside EV and hybrid vehicles make them heavier and slower to stop than cars with internal combustion engines (ICEs). Nokian Tyres products are designed to provide extra grip to compensate for the added weight, while maximizing EV and hybrid vehicle's driving range.

We’ve made strides to minimize our tires’ rolling resistance, decreasing the amount of energy needed for each journey. Nokian Tyres products can take your EV further with a single charge while minimizing its environmental footprint. For over a decade, our tires have been made to be a seamless safety fit for electric and hybrid vehicles. The ELECTRIC FIT™ emblem on our more recent tires' sidewalls certifies this. Nokian Tyres helps you drive further.

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WE RECOMMEND THIS TIRE FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES (EVs) AND HYBRIDS

Nokian Tyres understands that high-quality tires bring out the best in powerful electric vehicles. Battery packs inside EV and hybrid vehicles make them heavier and therefore slower to stop than cars with internal combustion engines (ICEs). Nokian Tyres products are designed to provide extra grip to compensate for the added weight, while maximizing EV and hybrid vehicle's driving range. We’ve made strides to minimize our tires’ rolling resistance, decreasing the amount of energy needed for each journey. Our products can take your EV further with a single charge while minimizing its environmental footprint. For over a decade, our tires have been made to be a seamless safety fit for electric and hybrid vehicles. The ELECTRIC FIT™ emblem on our more recent tires' sidewalls certifies this. Nokian Tyres helps you drive further.

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HOW ABOUT YOUR SUMMER TIRES?

A premium tire saves fuel, is produced in an environmentally safe way, reduces road wear and noise – and looks good. Tough driving conditions won’t surprise even in summer when you rely on safe and durable Nokian Tyres all season range.

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FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

Sustainability is an essential part of our business. Both safety and eco-friendliness are considered throughout the tire’s entire life cycle. As with all our products, the Hakkapeliitta R5 is developed with sustainability in mind.

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