Winter tyres
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ApolloAspire XP Winter
225/45 R18 95VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 105.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 423.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP3
245/40 R19 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 180.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 723.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PetlasW671 SUV Explero
235/55 R18 104HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 50/100CHF 137.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 551.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
215/60 R18 102VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 468.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,875.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TouradorIce Star TSW1
315/40 R21 115TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 221.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 887.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
235/55 R18 104VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 144.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 579.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 850 P CS
225/50 R17 98HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 148.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 595.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliPzero Winter 2
255/45 R19 104WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 93/100CHF 296.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,187.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro
285/35 R20 104WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 160.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 643.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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VredesteinWintrac Pro
255/35 R20 97WWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 362.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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KleberKrisalp HP 3
235/45 R17 94HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 119.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 479.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
215/45 R18 93VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 120.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 483.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact 8 S
265/30 R19 93VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 296.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,187.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 Run Flat * MOE
245/45 R18 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 169.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 679.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 231 unitsQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
295/40 R21 111VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 295.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,183.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 W340
275/40 R18 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 179.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 719.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 298 unitsQuantity -
PirelliPowergy Winter
225/45 R17 94VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 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.