Winter tyres
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PirelliWinter Sottozero 3* R/F
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 292.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,171.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FuldaConveo Trac 3
195/60 R16 99TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 133.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 535.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P
215/60 R16 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 85/100CHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
235/60 R20 108TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 149.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 599.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
225/45 R17 91HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 95.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 383.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 161 unitsQuantity -
TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
255/45 R19 104VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP 3
215/55 R16 97HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005 RO
285/45 R20 112HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 274.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,099.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 53 unitsQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 W340
275/30 R20 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 273.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,095.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 114 unitsQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP3
195/55 R16 87HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
235/50 R21 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 426.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,707.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5
245/35 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 205.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 823.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 28 unitsQuantity -
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LinglongGREEN-Max Winter UHP
245/40 R19 98VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 110.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 443.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FirestoneWinterhawk 4
255/55 R19 111VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 155.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 623.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 142 unitsQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5
235/55 R17 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 203.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 815.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
225/60 R16 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 163.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 655.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 40 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S
245/40 R20 99WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 273.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,095.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
255/35 R19 96YWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 195.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 783.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 24 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.