Winter tyres
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FuldaKristall Control HP 2
225/50 R17 98VWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 107.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 431.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
DunlopWINTER SPORT 5
215/50 R18 92VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 80/100CHF 134.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 539.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ApolloAlnac 4G Winter
205/65 R15 94TWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 67/100CHF 103.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 415.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliW Sottozero 3 AO
255/40 R20 101WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 263.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,055.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 57 unitsQuantity -
ContinentalWinterContact TS 850 P
235/55 R17 99HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 78/100CHF 243.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 975.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FortunaWINTER SUV
235/55 R18 104HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 108.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 435.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
PirelliPzero Winter 2 MO
325/40 R22 114VWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 93/100CHF 448.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,795.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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HankookW320 Winter i*cept evo2
255/35 R20 97WWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 73/100CHF 399.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,599.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
VredesteinComtrac 2 Winter+
205/65 R16 107TWinterQuality Fits your VANTIQ Index 74/100CHF 108.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 435.60 Available from stock 2–4 days In stock: 457 unitsQuantity -
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PirelliW Sottozero 3 Run Flat
235/45 R19 95HWinterPremium Fits your VANTIQ Index 71/100CHF 335.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 1,343.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
GripmaxStature M/S
275/40 R20 106VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 66/100CHF 143.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 575.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TouradorWinter Pro TSU1
305/40 R20 112VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 209.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 839.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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FortunaGOWIN UHP2
255/40 R19 100VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index not yet ratedCHF 112.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 451.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
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TristarSNOWPOWER UHP
245/40 R20 99VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 53/100CHF 106.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 427.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
ApolloAspire XP Winter
215/60 R17 96HWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 68/100CHF 170.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 683.60 Available from external warehouse 5–10 daysQuantity -
CooperDiscoverer Winter
205/55 R17 95VWinterBudget Fits your VANTIQ Index 70/100CHF 121.90per tyre Set of 4: CHF 487.60 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.