195/60 R18 - Best winter tyres 2025 - market overview, tests, reviews
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Best winter tyres in tests (2025)
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
Continental winter tires have been winning tire tests for many years, and the 870P is no exception. The “P” stands for performance, but don’t be mistaken, its rolling resistance is also praised, making it ideal for EVs. A well-balanced tire.
- Low rolling resistance/low fuel consumption
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Great handling on dry roads
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Low mileage
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
2 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | Highly recommended |
2 | 2024 | STRAßENVERKEHR | 235/55 R18 | Very good |
4 | 2024 | TYRE REVIEWS | 235/35 R19 | Recommended |
2 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Exemplary |
3 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 235/35 R19 | Exemplary |
4 | 2023 | Automotorsport | 255/45 R20 | Very good |
1 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 235/60 R18 | Test winner |
4 | 2023 | ARBÖ | 235/55 R18 | Recommended |
1 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/60 R18 | Test winner |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
3 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | Highly recommended |
4 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Very good |
3 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Exemplary |
4 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
Michelin Alpin 6
The Alpin 6 was introduced back in 2019, but still holds up surprisingly well compared to the current competitors. It's pricey, but Michelin promises it will maintain it's performance during the whole lifespan, which is rarely tested.
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Great handling on dry roads
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Bad value for the money
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | - |
5 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
5 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
3 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Good |
6 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
2 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
2 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Good |
6 | 2022 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R19 | - |
3 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | Highly recommended |
3 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
7 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | - |
4 | 2022 | ADAC | 215/60 R16 | Good |
3 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
1 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Exemplary |
4 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Good |
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
The Cinturato Winter 2 is enjoyable to drive and offers safety in all conditions. However, some tests have described its dry handling as sluggish.
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Short braking distance on snow
- Great handling on snow
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Low mileage
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | - |
11 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Sufficient |
4 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
13 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
6 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | Recommended |
5 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Good |
12 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Good |
6 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Good |
7 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
4 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | Recommended |
4 | 2022 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R19 | - |
195/60 R18 tyre test Personalize
Best tyres in your size
Dry
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
79%
2.
Michelin Alpin 6
74%
3.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
59%
Wet
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
72%
2.
Michelin Alpin 6
70%
3.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
67%
Snow
1.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
64%
2.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
63%
3.
Michelin Alpin 6
63%
Comfort
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
73%
2.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
67%
3.
Michelin Alpin 6
60%
Economy
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
94%
2.
Michelin Alpin 6
59%
3.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
47%
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Did you know ...?
195/60 R18 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for winter tyres - there are 0 tyre models available, which can be compared to 155/60 R15, 170/60 R17, 160/60 R14. Let's break down the sizing - 60 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 60% of the tyre width (195mm), which means the sidewall height has 117 mm. The wheel diameter is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 2171.47 mm, which is very similar to 305/30 R20(2170.84 mm), 235/55 R17(2168.64 mm), 235/50 R18(2174.61 mm), 265/30 R21(2175.24 mm), 215/60 R17(2167.07 mm), 195/80 R15(2177.12 mm), 295/35 R19(2164.87 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for winter tyres in 195/60 R18: H(210km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 96.
