Winter tyres
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GtradialWinter Pro 2
215/55 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 152.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 611.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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LinglongGREEN-Max Winter UHP
275/45 R20 110HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 135.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 543.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookiON i*cept IW01
265/35 R22 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 316.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,267.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 830 P N0
295/40 R19 108VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 291.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,167.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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UniroyalSnow Max 3
205/65 R15 102TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 20 unitsQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3
235/45 R17 97VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 265.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,063.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
205/45 R17 88VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 151.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 607.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 AO
255/55 R19 111HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 226.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 907.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 10 unitsQuantity -
TouradorWinter Pro TSU1
285/40 R21 109VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 190.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 763.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
245/35 R19 93WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 258.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,035.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinALPIN 5 MO
205/65 R16 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 134.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 539.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW210 Sotto Zero Serie 2 *
205/55 R17 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 176.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 707.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 8 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliPowergy Winter
235/50 R19 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 178.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 715.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalVanContact Winter
215/60 R17 109TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 190.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 763.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliWinter Sottozero 3 MO
225/50 R17 98HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 138.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 555.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 45 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.