Winter tyres
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
275/40 R20 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 246.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 987.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberTransalp 2+
215/65 R16 109RWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 134.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 539.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Response 2
195/60 R15 88TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 85/100CHF 87.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 351.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 90 unitsQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 3
205/55 R17 95VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 96.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 387.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 202 unitsQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
225/45 R18 95VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 118.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 475.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 375 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
255/45 R19 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 222.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 891.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 348 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
235/60 R17 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 224.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 899.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
Dunlop
Winter Sport 5 SUV
225/55 R19 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 182.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 731.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SuperiaBLUEWIN UHP3
295/35 R21 107VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 117.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 471.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
195/65 R15 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 63.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 255.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 353 unitsQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 3
205/55 R17 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 148.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 595.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneDuravis Van Winter Enliten
225/55 R17 109HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 231.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 927.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltra Grip Performance Generation 1 N0
245/35 R20 95VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 272.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,091.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 37 unitsQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance + +
255/55 R18 105TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 160.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 643.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
215/45 R17 91VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 105 unitsQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
175/65 R14 82TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 58.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 235.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance + MO
265/40 R21 105HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 294.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,179.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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UniroyalSnow Max 3
185/75 R16 104RWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 17 unitsQuantity -
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GripmaxStature M/S
265/50 R19 110VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 179.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 719.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter R0
235/45 R20 100HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 296.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,187.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
215/55 R17 98HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 131.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 527.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity
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.