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Standard
Matador Basic

MP93 NORDICCA

6.8 Average
PTI – Pneutesty Index
✓ 5 tyre tests
PTI compared with all winter tyres · rank in size 255/55 R18 among 39 available
tested in R18 noise and comfort: only 20 % measured
Rolling resistance Wet grip Noise
Price from
110,20 €
in 255/55 R18
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Which sizes it's made in

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Widthin millimetres
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ProfileAspect ratio (%)
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Rim diameterin inches
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Load capacityLI index

Load index (LI) — You must keep the LI at least as high as stated in the vehicle registration document for the specific tyre size. A higher LI (load index) is permitted by law.

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SpeedSI index

Speed index (SI) — For winter (3PMSF) tyres, the SI may be either higher or lower than stated in the vehicle registration document.

Tyre variants (1)

Your size 255/55 R18 109V XL EAN: 4050496001810 SAP: 15855060000
MATADOR MP93 NORDICCA, FR
Rolling resistanceD Wet gripC NoiseB Price from 110,20 €
Reinforced profile Reinforced profile M+S M+S 3PMSF 3PMSF Rim protection Rim protection
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Rating and verdict

How the Matador MP93 NORDICCA evaluated

6.8 Average
PTI – Pneutesty Index 6,8 / 10 PTI compared with all winter tyres · rank in size 255/55 R18 among 39 available
tested in R18 noise and comfort: only 20 % measured incomplete measurement: comfort from noise only
✓ Disciplines
Snow from 8 measurements · 4 tests
beats 21 of 44
49 ≈ average
Breakdown „Snow“
snow braking 3 tests
beats 24 of 44
65 +1,8 %
snow traction 3 tests
beats 9 of 39
32 ≈ average
snow handling 2 tests
beats 17 of 43
39 ≈ average
Wet from 14 measurements · 6 tests
beats 8 of 50
17 ≈ average
Breakdown „Wet“
wet braking 5 tests
beats 10 of 50
41 +1,6 %
Aquaplaning 3 tests
beats 16 of 43
50 +3,1 %
wet handling 3 tests
beats 0 of 43
7 −2,3 %
Dry from 5 measurements · 3 tests
beats 5 of 43
13 −1,0 %
Breakdown „Dry“
dry braking 3 tests
beats 3 of 43
6 −1,7 %
dry handling 2 tests
beats 18 of 43
51 ≈ average
Ice from 1 measurement · 1 test 1 test
– Not measured.
Breakdown „Ice“
ice braking 1 test
beats 13 of 23
47 ≈ average
Economy from 6 measurements · 3 tests
beats 22 of 42
54 ≈ average
Breakdown „Economy“
efficiency (rolling resistance and consumption) 3 tests
beats 16 of 42
39 −3,2 %
durability (wear and abrasion) 2 tests
beats 17 of 31
51 −1,1 %
Noise and comfort from 3 measurements · 3 tests noise only
beats 26 of 43
62 +1,4 %
Breakdown „Noise and comfort“
quietness (measured and subjective noise) 3 tests
beats 37 of 43
93 +1,4 %
poor 0+ below average 25+ average 45+ good 60+ very good 80+ excellent 92+
✓ Strengths and weaknesses
Weakness
Wet worse than 83 % Dry worse than 87 %

Customer reviews are not part of PTI – PTI is based on measurements from independent tests; for tyres with few tests it also partly considers the brand's class.

✓ Characteristics data-driven recommendations
🚗
A balanced choice performance, comfort and price
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For everyday driving city and motorway
Reinforced profile
Reinforced profile Higher load capacity at higher pressure
M+S
M+S Suitable for mud and snow
3PMSF
3PMSF Certified for winter conditions
Rim protection
Rim protection Protects the rim from kerbs

Where Matador MP93 NORDICCA stands in size 255/55 R18

Compared with 18 tyres in this size — same season and focus. All are on offer and have results from independent tests.

14. rank in the group of 18 compared
−0,6 below the group median group median 7,4
−2,3 behind the best in the group the best has 9,1
💡 A better rating for less money In this group there are 2 tyres with a better score that are also cheaper.
Show all tyres in the ranking (18)
  1. 1. 9.1 Nokian Tyres SNOWPROOF 3P 126,48 € +16,28 €
  2. 1. 9.1 Bridgestone BLIZZAK 6 156,37 € +46,17 €
  3. 3. 8.6 Hankook W330A WINTER I*CEPT EVO3 X 144,43 € +34,23 €
  4. 4. 8.1 Kleber KRISALP HP3 SUV 136,00 € +25,80 €
  5. 5. 7.7 Uniroyal WINTEREXPERT 134,63 € +24,43 €
  6. 6. 7.6 Firestone WINTERHAWK 4 127,58 € +17,38 €
  7. 7. 7.5 Barum POLARIS 6 115,46 € +5,26 €
  8. 7. 7.5 Semperit SPEED GRIP 3 SUV 139,01 € +28,81 €
  9. 9. 7.4 Laufenn LW31 I FIT+ better and cheaper 102,21 € −7,99 €
  10. 9. 7.4 Apollo ASPIRE XP WINTER 114,76 € +4,56 €
  11. 9. 7.4 Falken EUROWINTER HS02PRO 128,96 € +18,76 €
  12. 12. 7.0 Michelin LATITUDE ALPIN LA2 190,36 € +80,16 €
  13. 13. 6.9 Maxxis PREMITRA SNOW WP6 SUV better and cheaper 107,26 € −2,94 €
  14. 14. 6.8 Matador MP93 NORDICCA This tyre 110,20 €
  15. 15. 6.7 Toyo S954 SNOWPROX SUV 116,85 € +6,65 €
  16. 16. 6.6 Hankook W320C WINTER I*CEPT EVO2 SUV 157,20 € +47,00 €
  17. 17. 6.1 Toyo OBSERVE EWS1 109,40 € −0,80 €
  18. 18. 5.0 Zeetex WH1000 SUV 98,60 € −11,60 €
Specifications

Technical information

Our classification not an official manufacturer classification

Focus: Standard

The largest and best-selling category, and Matador MP93 NORDICCA belongs to it. No single property is pushed here at the expense of the others — comfort, grip, noise and tread life keep a sensible balance. For most drivers it is the safest bet: the tyre behaves predictably in the dry and in the wet and covers a decent number of kilometres.

Eco
Eco
Eco-standard
Eco-standard
Standard
Standard
Standard-sport
Standard-sport
Sport
Sport
Supersport
Supersport
Selected size 255/55 R18
Width255 mm
Profile height55 %
Rim diameter18″
Load index (LI)109
Speed index (SI)V
Product code15855060000
EAN4050496001810
EU energy label Rolling resistanceD Wet gripC NoiseB (73 dB)
Manufacturer Matador
Tread MP93 NORDICCA
Season Winter
Vehicle type Passenger car
Available technologies
Reinforced profile Yes
M+S Yes - M+S
3PMSF 3PMSF Yes
Rim protection Yes - FR
Comparison

Competitors

Main competitors in the same price range.

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Test history

Which tests it appeared in

Total tests 4×
Wins 0×
Top 3 0×
Average placement 13,0
2026
17. place
AutoBild winter tire test 245/45 R19 2026
19 tyres
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17. place
AutoBild big winter tire test braking 245/45 R19 2026
49 tyres
Detail →
7. place
Auto Bild winter tire test for SUVs 225/55 R18 2026
10 tyres
Detail →
2025
11. place
ADAC Winter Tire Test 225/40 R18 2025
31 tyres ·Premiere
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Price history

How the price has evolved

Lowest price across shops for size 255/55 R18.

Current lowest
110,20 €
↘ 2,58 % cheaper
Lowest for the period
107,93 €
4.11.2026
Highest for the period
118,02 €
23.6.2026
118,02 107,93 110,20 € 22.6.2026 8.11.2026 22.6.2026: 113,12 € 23.6.2026: 114,71 € 23.6.2026: 118,02 € 23.6.2026: 113,12 € 24.6.2026: 114,71 € 24.6.2026: 118,02 € 24.6.2026: 113,12 € 25.6.2026: 114,71 € 25.6.2026: 118,02 € 25.6.2026: 113,12 € 26.6.2026: 114,24 € 26.6.2026: 113,12 € 27.6.2026: 114,24 € 27.6.2026: 113,12 € 28.6.2026: 114,24 € 28.6.2026: 113,12 € 29.6.2026: 114,24 € 29.6.2026: 113,12 € 30.6.2026: 114,24 € 30.6.2026: 113,12 € 1.7.2026: 114,24 € 1.7.2026: 113,12 € 2.7.2026: 114,24 € 2.7.2026: 113,12 € 2.7.2026: 112,00 € 4.7.2026: 114,24 € 4.7.2026: 112,00 € 5.7.2026: 114,24 € 5.7.2026: 112,00 € 6.7.2026: 114,24 € 6.7.2026: 112,00 € 7.7.2026: 114,24 € 7.7.2026: 112,00 € 8.7.2026: 114,24 € 8.7.2026: 112,00 € 9.7.2026: 114,24 € 9.7.2026: 112,00 € 10.7.2026: 114,24 € 10.7.2026: 112,00 € 11.7.2026: 114,24 € 11.7.2026: 112,00 € 12.7.2026: 114,24 € 12.7.2026: 112,00 € 13.7.2026: 114,24 € 13.7.2026: 112,00 € 14.7.2026: 114,24 € 14.7.2026: 112,00 € 15.7.2026: 114,24 € 15.7.2026: 112,00 € 16.7.2026: 114,24 € 16.7.2026: 112,00 € 17.7.2026: 114,24 € 17.7.2026: 112,00 € 18.7.2026: 114,24 € 18.7.2026: 112,00 € 19.7.2026: 114,24 € 19.7.2026: 112,00 € 20.7.2026: 114,24 € 20.7.2026: 112,00 € 21.8.2026: 107,99 € 8.9.2026: 110,15 € 21.9.2026: 112,31 € 24.9.2026: 109,07 € 8.10.2026: 111,23 € 23.10.2026: 110,20 € 3.11.2026: 111,27 € 4.11.2026: 107,93 € 5.11.2026: 111,27 € 6.11.2026: 110,20 € 8.11.2026: 110,20 €

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