Winter tyres
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HankookW330 Winter i*cept evo3
245/50 R18 104VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 79/100CHF 158.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 635.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 64 unitsQuantity -
CEATWinter Drive SUV
235/55 R17 103VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 69/100CHF 99.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 399.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 534 unitsQuantity -
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ToyoSnow Prox S954 SUV
295/40 R20 110VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 72/100CHF 205.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 823.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinWintrac Pro+
275/40 R20 106VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 230.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 923.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ContinentalVanContact Winter
215/65 R16 109RWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 136.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 547.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 360 unitsQuantity -
BFGoodrichG-Force Winter 2
205/55 R17 95VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 124.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 499.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
SemperitSpeed Grip 5
195/60 R15 88TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 70.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 283.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 382 unitsQuantity -
FalkenEurowinter HS02 PRO
235/55 R17 103VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 125.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 503.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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DunlopWinter Sport 5 ROF
245/40 R19 98VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 426.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,707.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookiON i*cept SUV IW01A
265/45 R21 108HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 256.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,027.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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MichelinPilot Alpin 5 SUV ZP
245/45 R20 103VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 84/100CHF 247.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 991.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
UniroyalWinterExpert
225/55 R17 101VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 116.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 467.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 122 unitsQuantity -
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TouradorWinter Pro TSV1
205/65 R16 107RWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 115.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 463.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
MichelinAgilis Alpin
215/65 R16 109RWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 76/100CHF 147.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 591.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 815 unitsQuantity -
DunlopWinter Sport 5 SUV
215/60 R17 100VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 82/100CHF 128.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 515.60 Available from stock 5–10 days In stock: 55 unitsQuantity -
KleberKrisalp HP 3
215/40 R17 87VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 111.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 447.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliScorpion Winter rb MGT ECO
295/40 R20 106VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 360.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,443.60 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.