{"id":3997,"date":"2024-09-09T09:17:43","date_gmt":"2024-09-09T09:17:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thetirelab.com\/mag\/?p=3997"},"modified":"2024-09-09T09:17:56","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T09:17:56","slug":"barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/","title":{"rendered":"Barum Polaris 6: new lowcost winter tyre &#8211; features, what to expect in tests"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In our series discussing new tires for the 2024 season, we now turn to the low-cost tire segment, which is often dominated by Asian manufacturers. However, today\u2019s spotlight is on a European model, specifically from the Czech Republic: the sixth model of the Barum Polaris series.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_69_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">\u2630<\/p>\n<label for=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dfe9da9b33f\" class=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-label\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/label><input type=\"checkbox\"  id=\"ez-toc-cssicon-toggle-item-69dfe9da9b33f\"  aria-label=\"Toggle\" \/><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Generation_Numbering_A_Closer_Look\" title=\"Generation Numbering: A Closer Look\">Generation Numbering: A Closer Look<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Design_and_Tread_Features\" title=\"Design and Tread Features\">Design and Tread Features<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Performance_Improvements\" title=\"Performance Improvements\">Performance Improvements<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Previous_generation\" title=\"Previous generation\">Previous generation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Barum_Polaris_5\" title=\"Barum Polaris 5\">Barum Polaris 5<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Previous_Generation_Review_Strengths_and_Weaknesses\" title=\"Previous Generation Review: Strengths and Weaknesses\">Previous Generation Review: Strengths and Weaknesses<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/barum-polaris-6-new-lowcost-winter-tyre-features-what-to-expect-in-tests\/#Availability_and_Price\" title=\"Availability and Price\">Availability and Price<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Generation_Numbering_A_Closer_Look\"><\/span><strong>Generation Numbering: A Closer Look<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>While the Barum Polaris 6 is referred to as the sixth model, the numbering can be a bit misleading. The fifth model, introduced in 2018, followed the Polaris 3, skipping a number. Technically, this makes the Polaris 6 the fifth generation, but it has been eagerly awaited nonetheless. The anticipation is partly due to Barum\u2019s long-standing connection with the Continental group, allowing it to benefit from advanced technologies, similar to how Kleber benefits from Michelin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thetirelab.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-1024x683.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4000\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image-768x512.png 768w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/image.png 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Design_and_Tread_Features\"><\/span><strong>Design and Tread Features<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The design of the Barum Polaris 6 is a clear departure from the previous Polaris 5 generation, instead closely resembling the latest Continental TS winter tires, which are also predominantly manufactured in the Czech Republic. The new model features a \u201cV\u201d-shaped tread pattern, optimized for performance in snowy conditions. Additionally, the tire compound has been updated to offer lower rolling resistance and increased durability, making it &#8220;EV-ready.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/thetirelab.com\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/barum-polaris-6-conti-TS860-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3998\" srcset=\"https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/barum-polaris-6-conti-TS860-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/barum-polaris-6-conti-TS860-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/barum-polaris-6-conti-TS860-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/barum-polaris-6-conti-TS860-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/pneuteka.cz\/mag\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/barum-polaris-6-conti-TS860.jpg 1800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Barum Polaris 5 vs. Continental WinterContact TS860 vs. Barum Polaris 6<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Performance_Improvements\"><\/span><strong>Performance Improvements<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Barum has provided a detailed comparison with the previous generation, showing significant improvements:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Durability has increased by 8%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rolling resistance and noise reduction have each improved by 3%.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Snow performance has improved by 2%, while wet and dry performance remains at 100%.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n    <!-- tyre-card-start -->\n    <div class=\"bg-white rounded-xl border border-border-subtle overflow-hidden my-6 max-w-xl mx-auto card-lift\">\n                    <div class=\"px-5 pt-4 pb-2 border-b border-border-subtle\">\n                <h3 class=\"text-sm font-medium text-ink-muted italic m-0\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_generation\"><\/span>Previous generation<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n            <\/div>\n                <div class=\"flex gap-4 p-5\">\n            <div class=\"flex-shrink-0\">\n                                    <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"\/media\/tyreGallery\/tasy\/barum-polaris-5\/barum-polaris-5_1761733575_3853_thumb.webp\" alt=\"Barum Polaris 5\" width=\"100\" height=\"100\" class=\"rounded-lg\">\n                            <\/div>\n            <div class=\"flex-1 min-w-0\">\n                <h2 class=\"text-base font-bold text-ink mb-1 m-0\" style=\"font-family:'DM Serif Display',serif;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Barum_Polaris_5\"><\/span>Barum Polaris 5<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n                                    <div class=\"text-amber-brand text-base mb-2\">\n                        \u2605\u2605\u2605\u2606\u2606 <span class=\"text-ink-muted text-xs\">3.2\/5<\/span>                    <\/div>\n                                <div class=\"space-y-1 text-sm text-ink-light\">\n                    <p class=\"m-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold text-ink\">Dimensions:<\/span> 135\/35R13 - 255\/80R19<\/p>\n                    <p class=\"m-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold text-ink\">Number of sizes:<\/span> 68<\/p>\n                    <p class=\"m-0\"><span class=\"font-semibold text-ink\">Number of tests:<\/span> 5<\/p>\n                <\/div>\n                <a href=\"\/barum-polaris-5\" class=\"inline-block mt-3 bg-amber-brand hover:bg-amber-hover text-black font-bold text-xs px-4 py-2 rounded-lg transition-colors\" target=\"_blank\">Show more details ...<\/a>\n            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <!-- tyre-card-end -->\n    \n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Previous_Generation_Review_Strengths_and_Weaknesses\"><\/span><strong>Previous Generation Review: Strengths and Weaknesses<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Looking back at the Polaris 5, it was most praised for its low fuel consumption and long lifespan, with already solid performance on snow. With the new model\u2019s enhancements, the Polaris 6 should excel even more as a snow-specialist tire.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, the Polaris 5 faced criticism for its behavior on wet roads, where it tended to understeer and oversteer. The press release for the Polaris 6 does not mention specific improvements for wet performance, but given the redesigned tread, it is likely that the new model will perform differently. We will have to wait for tests to confirm any changes. Additionally, the previous generation was criticized for a lack of steering response and precision on dry roads, an area that also requires testing for the new model.<\/p>\n\n\n    <div class=\"max-w-xl mx-auto my-6\" style=\"height: 450px;\">\n        <canvas id=\"tire-spider-graph-69dfe9da96b98\" style=\"max-height: 100%; max-width: 100%;\"><\/canvas>\n    <\/div>\n    <script>\n        document.addEventListener('DOMContentLoaded', function() {\n            var ctx = document.getElementById('tire-spider-graph-69dfe9da96b98').getContext('2d');\n            var data = [{\"axis\":\"&#8221;dry\",\"old\":0,\"new\":0},{\"axis\":\"Wet\",\"old\":0,\"new\":0},{\"axis\":\"Snow\",\"old\":0,\"new\":0}];\n            var minValue = 0;\n            var maxValue = 20;\n\n            var chart = new Chart(ctx, {\n                type: 'radar',\n                data: {\n                    labels: data.map(function(d) { return d.axis; }),\n                    datasets: [{\n                        label: '&#8221;POLARIS',\n                        data: data.map(function(d) { return d.old; }),\n                        fill: true,\n                        backgroundColor: 'rgba(255, 99, 132, 0.2)',\n                        borderColor: 'rgb(255, 99, 132)',\n                        pointBackgroundColor: 'rgb(255, 99, 132)',\n                        pointBorderColor: '#fff',\n                        pointHoverBackgroundColor: '#fff',\n                        pointHoverBorderColor: 'rgb(255, 99, 132)'\n                    }, {\n                        label: '&#8221;POLARIS',\n                        data: data.map(function(d) { return d.new; }),\n                        fill: true,\n                        backgroundColor: 'rgba(54, 162, 235, 0.2)',\n                        borderColor: 'rgb(54, 162, 235)',\n                        pointBackgroundColor: 'rgb(54, 162, 235)',\n                        pointBorderColor: '#fff',\n                        pointHoverBackgroundColor: '#fff',\n                        pointHoverBorderColor: 'rgb(54, 162, 235)'\n                    }]\n                },\n                options: {\n                    elements: {\n                        line: {\n                            borderWidth: 5\n                        }\n                    },\n                    scales: {\n                        r: {\n                            angleLines: {\n                                display: true,\n                                color: 'rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1)'\n                            },\n                            suggestedMin: minValue,\n                            suggestedMax: maxValue,\n                            ticks: {\n                                stepSize: Math.ceil((maxValue - minValue) \/ 4),\n                                font: {\n                                    size: 10\n                                },\n                                callback: function(value, index, values) {\n                                    return value + '%';\n                                }\n                            },\n                            grid: {\n                                color: 'rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.1)',\n                            },\n                            pointLabels: {\n                                font: {\n                                    size: 14\n                                }\n                            }\n                        }\n                    },\n                    plugins: {\n                        legend: {\n                            position: 'top',\n                        }\n                    }\n                }\n            });\n        });\n    <\/script>\n    \n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Availability_and_Price\"><\/span><strong>Availability and Price<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The Barum Polaris 6 is available in 20 sizes, ranging from R15 to R19. Based on EU labels, it consistently receives a C rating for wet grip and B\/C\/D for fuel efficiency, with narrower sizes receiving better fuel efficiency ratings. The new model is, on average, 20% more expensive than the previous one, but it\u2019s worth noting that there is minimal overlap in the size range between the two generations.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In our series discussing new tires for the 2024 season, we now turn to the low-cost tire segment, which is often dominated by Asian manufacturers. However, today\u2019s spotlight is on a European model, specifically from the Czech Republic: the sixth model of the Barum Polaris series. 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