Winter tyres
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PirelliPzero Winter 2
255/35 R19 96VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 93/100CHF 228.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 915.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 850 P SUV MGT
255/60 R18 108VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 215.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 863.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinAlpin 5 ZP
225/45 R17 91VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 164.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 659.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 40 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliPowergy Winter
225/50 R17 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 126.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 507.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
LeaoWINTER DEFENDER UHP
245/45 R20 103HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 147.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 591.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
235/35 R19 91WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 217.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 871.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 38 unitsQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak 6 Enliten
235/40 R19 96WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 87/100CHF 245.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 983.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookWinter i*cept evo4 SUV W340A
235/50 R19 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 157.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 631.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin PA4 MO
255/40 R20 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 239.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 959.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FuldaKristall Control HP 2
195/50 R15 82HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 65.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 263.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 58 unitsQuantity -
LinglongGREEN-Max Winter UHP
255/45 R19 104HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FirestoneWinterhawk 4
205/60 R16 92HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 75.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 303.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 695 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliCinturato Winter 2
195/60 R18 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 186.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 747.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S MO1
295/40 R22 112VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 433.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,735.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 3
245/50 R19 105VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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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.