Winter tyres
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance + SUV
225/60 R18 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 184.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 739.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
195/65 R15 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 88.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 355.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 291 unitsQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
215/70 R16 104HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 140.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 563.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW SOTTOZ.3 MOE
225/45 R18 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 194.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 779.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve Van
215/60 R17 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 173.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 695.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GtradialWinter Pro 2
215/65 R16 98HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 227.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 911.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW452 Winter i*cept RS2 Renault
185/65 R15 88HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 74.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 299.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 360 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliPowergy 2 Winter
215/55 R18 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 160.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 643.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3 X
305/35 R21 109VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 260.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,043.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5*
265/40 R19 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 90/100CHF 243.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 975.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM 005
235/60 R18 107HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 275.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,103.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak 6 Enliten
275/40 R20 106WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 240.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 963.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliP-Zero Winter MO1
245/35 R19 93VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 244.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 979.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 70 unitsQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 2
215/50 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 149.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 599.60 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.