225/45 R17 - Best winter tyres 2025 - market overview, tests, reviews
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Best winter tyres in tests (2025)
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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
The UltraGrip Performance 3 is one of the best tyres we have seen in the tests and on top of that it's top discipline is snow performance while maintaining great properties on wet, which makes it a great candidate for snowy climates.
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Great handling on dry roads
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Short braking distance on dry roads
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| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
3 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | Recommended |
2 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Exemplary |
3 | 2024 | TYRE REVIEWS | 235/35 R19 | Highly recommended |
2 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 235/35 R19 | Exemplary |
3 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | Recommended |
1 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Good |
9 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
2 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
2 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Good |
2 | 2023 | Automotorsport | 255/45 R20 | Very good |
5 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | Highly recommended |
3 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
2 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Exemplary |
2 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Very good |
1 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Test winner |
Continental WinterContact TS 870
Continental has been dominating the winter tyre segment for years, and the TS870 is no different. It is very well-balanced and offers great mileage, making the premium price point worthwhile in the long run.
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Short braking distance on snow
- Great handling on dry roads
- Short braking distance on dry roads
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| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | Test winner |
1 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Good |
1 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | Test winner |
2 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | Highly recommended |
1 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
1 | 2021 | TÜV | 225/45 R17 | - |
1 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
1 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Good |
8 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
1 | 2022 | ADAC | 215/60 R16 | Good |
1 | 2022 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R19 | - |
1 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Good |
4 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
1 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
2 | 2021 | AutoMotorSport | 195/55 R16 | Very good |
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 ( 225/45 R17 91H EVc )
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WinterContact TS 870 FR
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£138
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WinterContact TS 870 FR | In stock | Free shipping | £138 |
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Kumho Wintercraft WP52
The WinterCraft WP52 is an affordable winter tire with good safety qualities on snow and dry surfaces, but it has low aquaplaning resistance and tends to understeer in wet conditions.
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- High drive-by noise levels
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Poor handling on the wet
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
9 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Good |
12 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Sufficient |
15 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
2 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
25 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
9 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Good |
19 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
17 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
We really like the new Speed-Grip 5 - it's not expensive, it's very good on snow and on top of that, it's got very low rolling resistance. What it lacks compared to the premium tyres is better wet performance, but given it's price it's definitely recommendable.
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Poor handling on the wet
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | - |
3 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
6 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
4 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
16 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
19 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
3 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Good |
10 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
2 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Good |
3 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | Highly recommended |
3 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
7 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | - |
4 | 2021 | TÜV | 225/45 R17 | - |
3 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
3 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Exemplary |
5 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
5 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
3 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Good |
5 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | - |
2 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
3 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
6 | 2022 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R19 | - |
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
A great winter tyre with balanced handling characteristics. Great in the wet, but slightly less durable than newer models.
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Low rolling resistance/low fuel consumption
- Low mileage
- Bad value for the money
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
15 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
2 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | Recommended |
1 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | Test winner |
2 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | Highly recommended |
2 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
2 | 2021 | TÜV | 225/45 R17 | - |
5 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Exemplary |
1 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
1 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | Test winner |
5 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 235/35 R19 | Good |
10 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
1 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Very good |
1 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | Test winner |
8 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/60 R18 | Conditionally recommended |
6 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
While being somehow dated as it was introduced back in 2015, it received some midlife updates and still holds up with the current models, at least in smaller dimensions. At the right price, it could be a great choice.
- Short braking distance on snow
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Great handling on snow
- High drive-by noise levels
- Bad value for the money
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
4 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Good |
16 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
13 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
3 | 2017 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
2 | 2016 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
1 | 2016 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | - |
5 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Good |
2 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Good |
4 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 235/35 R19 | Exemplary |
11 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Good |
1 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
15 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
8 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
There aren’t many things to dislike about the Winter i*cept RS3, except perhaps for slightly lower mileage and higher rolling resistance. For its price, it performs well in all weather conditions.
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Great handling on dry roads
- Great handling on snow
- High drive-by noise levels
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
7 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
4 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
3 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | Highly recommended |
4 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | Recommended |
14 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
6 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Good |
4 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
3 | 2022 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R19 | - |
9 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
7 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Good |
Vredestein Wintrac Pro
Wintrac Pro is a winter option from a dutch manufacturer that is getting a bit outdated, but on wet and dry roads it still holds up with the premium segment. It has some
minor weaknesses on snow, but for a lower than premium price it could be a good deal.
- Exceptional handling on the wet
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Short braking distance on snow
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Low mileage
- Bad value for the money
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
7 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
5 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
6 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | - |
5 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | Highly recommended |
4 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
6 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
6 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Exemplary |
3 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Good |
10 | 2024 | STRAßENVERKEHR | 235/55 R18 | Good |
7 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | - |
6 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Good |
7 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 235/35 R19 | Good |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Good |
8 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Good |
8 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
5 | 2023 | Autoexpress | 225/45 R17 | - |
12 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
4 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | Recommended |
7 | 2022 | Autoklub ČR | 225/45 R17 | - |
7 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | - |
11 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Sufficient |
4 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
6 | 2024 | Autozeitung | 215/55 R17 | - |
7 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
13 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Good |
6 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Good |
5 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Good |
6 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | Recommended |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
Giti GitiWinter W2
- Great handling on snow
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
- Poor handling on dry roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
8 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | - |
8 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Good |
9 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
12 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
28 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
8 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Good |
28 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
Falken Eurowinter HS02 Pro
EuroWinter HS02 is very good and quite sporty on dry and wet, but lacks some performance on the snow which is the reason for the not so good test results. Weaknesses in aquaplaning and rolling resistance doesn't help either.
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Worse traction on snow
- Longer braking distance on snow
- Inferior handling on snow
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | 2024 | STRAßENVERKEHR | 235/55 R18 | Good |
10 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Satisfactory |
9 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Satisfactory |
10 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
17 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Conditionally recommended |
20 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/60 R18 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2023 | Automotorsport | 255/45 R20 | Satisfactory |
Uniroyal WinterExpert
Very good traction on snow for a nice price in a wide range of dimensions. Could use shorter braking distance on dry and better traction on the wet.
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- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Poor handling on dry roads
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
- Poor handling on the wet
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
7 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
9 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Good |
14 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
11 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
12 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
17 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
19 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2022 | ADAC | 215/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2022 | AutoMotorSport | 245/45 R19 | Sufficient |
| Shop | Product | Stock | Availability | Shipping | Price | Action |
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Uniroyal WinterExpert ( 225/45 R17 91H EVc )
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£89
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Uniroyal WinterExpert ( 225/45 R17 91H EVc ) | In stock | Free shipping | £89 |
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Winter Expert
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£104
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Winter Expert | In stock | Free shipping | £104 |
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Winter Expert XL EV
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£105
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Winter Expert XL EV | In stock | Free shipping | £105 |
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Uniroyal WinterExpert ( 225/45 R17 94V XL EVc )
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£106
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Uniroyal WinterExpert ( 225/45 R17 94V XL EVc ) | In stock | Free shipping | £106 |
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Kumho WinterCraft WP52
The WinterCraft WP52 is an affordable winter tire with good safety qualities on snow and dry surfaces, but it has low aquaplaning resistance and tends to understeer in wet conditions.
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- High drive-by noise levels
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Poor handling on the wet
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
9 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Good |
12 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Sufficient |
15 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
2 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
25 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
9 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Good |
19 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
17 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
Firestone WinterHawk 4
The Winterhawk 4 is a tyre with mixed ratings as there are tests where the tyre was not recommended. Common criticisms include longer braking distances and significant understeer
- Great handling on snow
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Short braking distance on snow
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Poor handling on dry roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
18 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
10 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/60 R18 | Not recommended |
20 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Not recommended |
6 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
5 | 2022 | AutoMotorSport | 245/45 R19 | Good |
16 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
9 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2021 | Autozeitung | 235/55 R18 | Highly recommended |
12 | 2021 | ADAC | 225/50 R17 | Satisfactory |
10 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro
EuroWinter HS02 is very good and quite sporty on dry and wet, but lacks some performance on the snow which is the reason for the not so good test results. Weaknesses in aquaplaning and rolling resistance doesn't help either.
- Short braking distance on dry roads
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Worse traction on snow
- Longer braking distance on snow
- Inferior handling on snow
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | 2024 | STRAßENVERKEHR | 235/55 R18 | Good |
10 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/40 R18 | Satisfactory |
9 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Satisfactory |
10 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
17 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Conditionally recommended |
20 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/60 R18 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2023 | Automotorsport | 255/45 R20 | Satisfactory |
Viking WinTech
Affordable tire that is good on snow, but has very limited wet grip.
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- Poor handling on the wet
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
41 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
11 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
16 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
19 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Conditionally recommended |
25 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
13 | 2019 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Recommended |
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
G-Force Winter 2 is our favorite budget winter tyre. It's great on snow and offers good safety on all surfaces, which is no surprise as BFGoodrich is a part of the Michelin group.
- Short braking distance on snow
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Great handling on snow
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Poor handling on the wet
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
7 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Good |
13 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
10 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Good |
8 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
4 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Good |
5 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
6 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
5 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Satisfactory |
9 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Good |
5 | 2021 | ADAC | 195/65 R15 | Satisfactory |
7 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
11 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
8 | 2021 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
4 | 2021 | AutoMotorSport | 195/55 R16 | Good |
2 | 2020 | AutoMotorSport | 225/50 R17 | Very good |
Kleber Krisalp HP3
Old but gold, that is how we can pretty much describe the Krisalp HP3. It's a winter tyre that is great on snow for a good price, which is what the average driver is looking for. It's not a premium tyre, but you get a lot of bang for your buck.
- Short braking distance on snow
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Great handling on snow
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Poor handling on dry roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | 2022 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R17 | - |
8 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
15 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
16 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
8 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Good |
10 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
4 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
11 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
11 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Good |
7 | 2022 | ADAC | 215/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
16 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
3 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Exemplary |
11 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
4 | 2021 | ADAC | 225/50 R17 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | Exemplary |
Giti Gitiwinter W2
- Great handling on snow
- High rolling resistance/high fuel consumption
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
- Poor handling on dry roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
8 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | - |
8 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 245/45 R18 | Good |
9 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
12 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
28 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | Tyre Reviews | 225/45 R18 | - |
8 | 2023 | Sportauto | 225/40 R18 | Good |
28 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
Firestone Winterhawk 4
The Winterhawk 4 is a tyre with mixed ratings as there are tests where the tyre was not recommended. Common criticisms include longer braking distances and significant understeer
- Great handling on snow
- Short braking distance on wet roads
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Short braking distance on snow
- Low drive-by noise levels
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Poor handling on dry roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
10 | 2024 | ADAC | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
18 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
10 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/60 R18 | Not recommended |
20 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Not recommended |
6 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
7 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Good |
5 | 2022 | AutoMotorSport | 245/45 R19 | Good |
16 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
9 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2021 | Autozeitung | 235/55 R18 | Highly recommended |
12 | 2021 | ADAC | 225/50 R17 | Satisfactory |
10 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
5 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
21 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
9 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 235/35 R19 | Conditionally recommended |
21 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
36 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
25 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
40 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | - |
Nokian Snowproof 2
The Snowproof 2 is the new version of the very popular first generation. As is usual for the nordic brand, It's great on snow while being more affordable than the premium brands.
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| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 2024 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
27 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
4 | 2023 | ARBÖ | 235/55 R18 | Recommended |
Barum Polaris 5
The czech low-cost tire has high projected mileage and is good on snow, but lacks a bit of wet and dry performance. Pricewise, it can match the low-cost chinese tyres and in comparison, it's definitely a better option.
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- Poor handling on the wet
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
21 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
16 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
18 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
12 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
9 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | Satisfactory |
14 | 2022 | ADAC | 185/65 R15 | Sufficient |
26 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
15 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
15 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
12 | 2021 | ADAC | 195/65 R15 | Satisfactory |
15 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | Good |
10 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | - |
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
Kristall Control HP2 is an affordable snow specialist with some compromises in the wet and dry handling and braking.
- Short braking distance on snow
- Very good aquaplaning resistance
- Exceptional traction on snow
- Good value for the money
- Comfortable ride
- Poor handling on the wet
- High drive-by noise levels
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6 | 2022 | Autozeitung | 225/45 R17 | - |
12 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Good |
18 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
19 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
20 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
9 | 2023 | ADAC | 205/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
23 | 2023 | Autobild | 225/45 R18 | - |
18 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
16 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
18 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
11 | 2021 | ADAC | 225/50 R17 | Satisfactory |
6 | 2020 | ACE | 225/50 R17 | Recommended |
11 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | Good |
17 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | - |
4 | 2018 | Autobild | 195/65 R15 | Exemplary |
Sava Eskimo HP2
- Short braking distance on snow
- Short braking distance on ice
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- High drive-by noise levels
- Poor handling on the wet
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- Poor handling on snow
| Rank | Year | Organization | Size | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
14 | 2023 | ADAC | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
17 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | Satisfactory |
17 | 2019 | Autobild | 225/45 R17 | - |
23 | 2024 | AUTOBILD | 205/55 R16 | - |
9 | 2022 | ADAC | 215/60 R16 | Satisfactory |
22 | 2022 | Autobild | 215/55 R17 | - |
10 | 2021 | ADAC | 225/50 R17 | Satisfactory |
17 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
13 | 2021 | Autobild | 205/55 R16 | - |
20 | 2020 | Autobild | 245/45 R18 | - |
9 | 2020 | ADAC | 205/55 R16 | Satisfactory |
17 | 2017 | Autobild | 225/50 R17 | Satisfactory |
15 | 2017 | Autobild | 225/50 R17 | - |
6 | 2017 | ADAC | 215/65 R16 | Satisfactory |
Cars with 225/45 R17 tyres
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Best tyres in your size
Dry
1.
Apollo Aspire XP Winter
87%
2.
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
81%
3.
Continental WinterContact TS 870
81%
4.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
77%
5.
Yokohama BluEarth-Winter V906
76%
6.
Nokian WR Snowproof
76%
7.
Kumho WinterCraft WP52
74%
8.
Michelin Alpin 6
74%
9.
Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro
70%
10.
Vredestein Wintrac Pro
66%
Wet
1.
Continental WinterContact TS 870
88%
2.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
87%
3.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
81%
4.
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
81%
5.
Apollo Aspire XP Winter
73%
6.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
72%
7.
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
70%
8.
Michelin Alpin 6
70%
9.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
67%
10.
Vredestein Wintrac Pro
66%
Snow
1.
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
90%
2.
Kleber Krisalp HP3
84%
3.
Continental WinterContact TS 870
82%
4.
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
79%
5.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
74%
6.
Debica Frigo HP2
72%
7.
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
72%
8.
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
70%
9.
Sava Eskimo HP2
67%
10.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
67%
Comfort
1.
Giti GitiWinter W2
87%
2.
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
84%
3.
Continental WinterContact TS 870
82%
4.
Kleber Krisalp HP3
78%
5.
Goodyear UltraGrip Performance 3
76%
6.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
74%
7.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
67%
8.
Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro
61%
9.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
61%
10.
Michelin Alpin 6
60%
Economy
1.
Uniroyal WinterExpert
91%
2.
Semperit Speed-Grip 5
91%
3.
Continental WinterContact TS 870
88%
4.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
85%
5.
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
79%
6.
Barum Polaris 5
77%
7.
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
73%
8.
GoodYear UltraGrip Performance 3
69%
9.
Firestone Winterhawk 4
63%
10.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
63%
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Did you know ...?
225/45 R17 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for winter tyres - there are 107 tyre models available, which can be compared to 195/55 R16, 185/65 R15, 215/65 R16. Let's break down the sizing - 45 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 45% of the tyre width (225mm), which means the sidewall height has 101.25 mm. The wheel diameter is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 1992.71 mm, which is very similar to 295/30 R18(1992.4 mm), 195/65 R15(1993.34 mm), 185/75 R14(1988.94 mm), 255/30 R19(1996.8 mm), 175/80 R14(1996.8 mm), 255/35 R18(1997.11 mm), 255/40 R17(1997.42 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for winter tyres in 225/45 R17: H(210km/h), Q(160km/h), T(190km/h), V(240km/h), W(270km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 91, 94, 110. You can find 225/45 R17 on 77 car models - mainly Mercedes-Benz, Alfa Romeo, Volkswagen, BMW, Seat.
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