Winter tyres
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NexenWinguard Sport 2 SUV
215/65 R17 103HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 103.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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ContinentalWinterContact TS 870
155/70 R19 88TWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 88/100CHF 134.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 539.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 120 unitsQuantity -
TristarSNOWPOWER SUV
255/55 R18 109HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 109.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 439.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 * RF
225/50 R18 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 206.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 827.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
TouradorWinter Pro TSV1
175/65 R14 90TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 193.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 775.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
225/65 R17 106HWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 145.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 583.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 860 S *
195/55 R16 91HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 127.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 511.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
HankookWinter i*cept evo4 W340
235/35 R19 91WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 163.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 655.60 Available from stock 2–4 days More than 20 availableQuantity -
CooperWeather Master WSC
235/55 R17 103TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 403.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,615.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ToyoObserve S944
195/65 R15 95TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 75/100CHF 266.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,067.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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GoodyearUltragrip Performance 3
225/55 R17 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 86/100CHF 135.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 543.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 218 unitsQuantity -
FuldaKristall Control SUV
235/55 R17 103VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 144.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 579.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro
255/35 R21 98YWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 308.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,235.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
BridgestoneBlizzak LM001 AO
235/55 R18 100HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 77/100CHF 173.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 695.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Cargo
195/70 R15 104SWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 114.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 459.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 34 unitsQuantity -
PirelliCinturato Winter 2 +
235/45 R18 94VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 179.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 719.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS02 PRO
235/65 R17 108VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV
225/60 R17 103HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 319.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,279.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GoodyearUltragrip Performance + SUV
295/40 R21 111VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 343.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,375.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW240 Sotto Zero 2 N1
255/40 R20 101VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 256.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,027.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
NexenWinguard Sport 3
235/45 R20 100VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 157.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 631.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 28 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.