Winter tyres
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TouradorWinter Pro TSU1
275/45 R20 110VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 153.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 615.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
225/45 R17 94VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 103.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliW240 Sotto Zero 2 AO ECO
235/40 R19 96VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 220.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 883.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin PA4 N1
285/40 R19 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 284.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,139.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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PirelliCarrier Winter
215/60 R17 109TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 251.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,007.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S
295/40 R22 112WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 449.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,799.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookW462 Winter i*cept RS3
205/60 R16 92HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 79.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 319.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
Pirelli
W270 Sotto Zero 2 F
245/35 R19 93WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 254.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,019.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance +
275/40 R21 107VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 83/100CHF 275.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,103.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 3
195/60 R18 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 157.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 631.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GtradialMaxmiller WT3
215/65 R16 109TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 102.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 411.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 3
205/60 R16 96HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 98.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 395.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 142 unitsQuantity -
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NexenWinguard Sport 2
215/45 R18 93WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 104.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 419.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FirestoneWinterhawk 4
215/55 R18 99VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 359 unitsQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
255/55 R19 111VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 292.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,171.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
255/60 R18 112VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 239.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 959.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
235/60 R17 106HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 136.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 547.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
235/45 R18 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 123.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 495.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 10 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalVanContact Winter
215/65 R16 106TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 136.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 547.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 116 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.