Winter tyres
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NexenWinguard Snow'G 3 WH21
205/55 R16 91TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 67.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 271.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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UniroyalWinterExpert
205/55 R16 91TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 80.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 323.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 228 unitsQuantity -
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SemperitSpeed Grip 5
205/55 R16 94VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 95.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 383.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 20 unitsQuantity -
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SemperitSpeed Grip 5
205/55 R16 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 81.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 327.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
205/55 R16 94VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 89.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 359.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 664 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
205/55 R16 91TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 93.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 375.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 269 unitsQuantity -
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FirestoneWinterhawk 4
205/55 R16 91TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 77.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 311.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 472 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
265/40 R22 106WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 301.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,207.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
255/35 R19 96VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 165.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 663.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 300 unitsQuantity -
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GtradialMaxmiller WT3
225/65 R16 112RWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 124.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 499.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SavaEskimo HP 2
225/55 R17 101VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
215/55 R17 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
BarumSnoVanis 3
215/65 R16 109RWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 102.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 411.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 494 unitsQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
215/65 R16 102HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 98.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 395.60 Available from stock 5–10 days In stock: 49 unitsQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3
285/35 R20 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 209.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 839.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
215/55 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 135.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 543.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 193 unitsQuantity
Winter Tires
Winter tires are designed for low temperatures, wet conditions, snow, and ice. Their rubber compound remains more flexible in the cold than that of a summer tire. Sipes in the tread create additional gripping edges and improve traction on winter roads.
Winter tires can also offer advantages on cold, wet roads. Therefore, the decisive factor is not just whether there is snow, but under what conditions the vehicle will actually be used.
When should I switch?
The rule of thumb "from October to Easter" provides a simple guideline but does not replace considering the weather and area of use. In mountainous regions, a change may be necessary earlier than in the milder lowlands.
It makes sense to switch before frost, snow, or wintry road conditions occur regularly. Those who wait for the first snowfall often encounter busy workshops and a smaller selection of tires.
Are winter tires mandatory in Switzerland?
In Switzerland, there is no general legal obligation to use winter tires. However, the vehicle must always be roadworthy and controllable according to road conditions.
Anyone who causes an accident or significantly obstructs traffic with unsuitable tires must expect legal and insurance consequences. Regardless of a legal obligation, winter-suitable tires are therefore advisable wherever cold, snow, or ice can be expected.
Tread and Winter Suitability
The legal minimum tread depth for winter tires is also 1.6 millimeters. However, the safety-relevant properties in snow and slush can significantly decrease even before that. ASTRA therefore recommends a tread depth of at least 4 millimeters for winter tires.
The snowflake symbol – also known as 3PMSF – helps identify winter-suitable tires. It indicates that the tire has passed a standardized test under winter conditions.
Winter or All-Season Tires?
All-season tires can be a practical alternative for low mileage and predominant use in the lowlands. For regular drives in mountainous regions, longer winter trips, or high annual mileage, dedicated winter tires usually offer greater safety reserves.
The decision depends not only on your place of residence. Commuting, travel destinations, driving times, and the option to leave the car during heavy snowfall also play a role.
Why Summer Tires Are Not Sufficient in Winter
The rubber compound of a summer tire is designed for warm roads. At low temperatures, it becomes stiffer, which can reduce grip and braking performance. The tread also has fewer sipes and is less able to interlock with the road surface in snow.
Even an all-wheel-drive vehicle does not replace suitable tires. All-wheel drive can make starting easier but does not automatically improve traction when braking or steering.
Finding the Right Size
The tire size is indicated on the tire sidewall, for example, as 205/55 R16 91V. In the Swiss vehicle registration document, the individual permissible tire sizes are usually not fully listed.
For newer vehicles with IVI vehicle data, you can conveniently select your vehicle by make, model, body type, and engine at VANTIQ. Alternatively, enter the type approval number from field 24 of the Swiss vehicle registration document. We will then show you the tire sizes stored for your vehicle.