Winter tyres
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PirelliW Sottozero 3 MGT
245/40 R20 99WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 311.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,247.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinComtrac 2 Winter+
195/65 R16 104TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870P
225/65 R17 102HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 192.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 771.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FortunaWINTER SUV
235/60 R18 107HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 101.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 407.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5
215/55 R16 97HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 130.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 523.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitMaster Grip 2
175/65 R15 84TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 55.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 223.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 771 unitsQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance +
275/30 R20 97VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 282.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,131.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
245/30 R20 90WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 223.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 895.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak DM V3
275/40 R21 107TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 273.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,095.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookWinter i*cept evo4 SUV W340A
215/65 R17 99VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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NexenWinguard Sport 2
235/40 R18 95VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 100.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 403.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 60 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001
255/40 R20 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 224.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 899.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
285/45 R20 112VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 239.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 959.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 AO
225/60 R17 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 176.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 707.60 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.