225/55 R16 - Best winter tyres 2025 - market overview, tests, reviews
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Winter i*cept evo2 W320
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Best winter tyres in tests (2025) Speed index
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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 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
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R16 95H EVc )
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R16 99H XL EVc )
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 225/55 R16 99V XL EVc )
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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 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 - 9
2023 ADAC 225/45 R17 Satisfactory 7
2023 Autobild 225/40 R18 Good 19
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 - 17
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 Satisfactory
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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 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
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 1
2024 Autozeitung 215/55 R17 Test winner 5
2024 AUTOBILD 235/35 R19 Good 1
2023 Tyre Reviews 225/45 R18 Test winner 8
2023 Autobild 225/60 R18 Conditionally recommended 1
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 - 10
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 Satisfactory 2
2023 Autoexpress 225/45 R17 Recommended 5
2023 Autobild 225/40 R18 Good 1
2023 Automotorsport 255/45 R20 Outstanding 1
2023 Sportauto 225/40 R18 Very good 15
2023 ADAC 225/45 R17 Satisfactory 1
2023 ARBÖ 235/55 R18 Highly recommended 6
2023 ADAC 205/60 R16 Good 3
2023 Tyre Reviews 235/60 R18 Highly recommended 1
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 -
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM 005 ( 225/55 R16 99H XL EVc )
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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 5
2024 ADAC 205/55 R16 Satisfactory 2
2024 ADAC 215/55 R17 Good 4
2024 AUTOBILD 235/35 R19 Exemplary 11
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 7
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 Good 7
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 Good 4
2023 ADAC 225/45 R17 Good 1
2023 ADAC 205/60 R16 Good 15
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 - 2
2022 ADAC 215/60 R16 Good 8
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 - 4
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 Exemplary 8
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 Good 2
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 - 5
2021 Autobild 225/45 R18 Good
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Dunlop Winter Sport 5 ( 225/55 R16 95H )
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Dunlop Winter Sport 5 ( 225/55 R16 99V XL )
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Dunlop Winter Sport 5 ( 225/55 R16 99V XL )
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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 5
2024 ADAC 215/55 R17 Satisfactory 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 7
2023 ADAC 225/45 R17 Satisfactory 4
2023 Autoexpress 225/45 R17 - 5
2023 ADAC 205/60 R16 Good 3
2022 Autoexpress 225/45 R19 - 3
2022 Tyre Reviews 225/45 R17 Highly recommended 9
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 - 7
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 Good
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Hankook Winter i*cept RS3 (W462) ( 225/55 R16 99H XL 4PR, SBL )
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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
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Falken EUROWINTER HS02PRO ( 225/55 R16 99V XL NBLK )
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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
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Uniroyal WinterExpert ( 225/55 R16 99H XL EVc )
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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 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 - 9
2023 ADAC 225/45 R17 Satisfactory 7
2023 Autobild 225/40 R18 Good 19
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 - 17
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 Satisfactory
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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 -
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Firestone Winterhawk 4 ( 225/55 R16 99H XL EVc )
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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
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Falken EUROWINTER HS02PRO ( 225/55 R16 99V XL NBLK )
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Vredestein Wintrac
Short braking distance on dry roads
Short braking distance on wet roads
Short braking distance on ice
Low rolling resistance/low fuel consumption
Below average aquaplaning resistance
Poor handling on snow
Low mileage Rank Year Organization Size Rating 17
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 11
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 Good 10
2024 ADAC 205/55 R16 Sufficient 13
2023 ADAC 205/60 R16 Satisfactory 5
2022 Autoexpress 225/45 R19 - 10
2022 ADAC 215/60 R16 Satisfactory 6
2022 ADAC 185/65 R15 Satisfactory 9
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 - 4
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 Exemplary 4
2021 ADAC 195/65 R15 Good 3
2021 AutoMotorSport 195/55 R16 Very good
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Vredestein Wintrac ( 225/55 R16 95H )
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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 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 41
2019 Autobild 225/45 R17 -
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 10
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 Good 13
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 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 2
2020 ACE 225/50 R17 Recommended
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 16
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 8
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 Good 11
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 Satisfactory 10
2023 ADAC 205/60 R16 Satisfactory 4
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 - 11
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 Good 8
2022 Tyre Reviews 225/45 R17 - 7
2022 ADAC 215/60 R16 Satisfactory 16
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 - 11
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 - 3
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 Exemplary 4
2021 ADAC 225/50 R17 Satisfactory 7
2020 Autobild 245/45 R18 - 8
2020 ADAC 235/55 R17 Satisfactory 5
2020 Autobild 245/45 R18 Exemplary
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Kleber Krisalp HP 3 ( 225/55 R16 95H )
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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 -
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Firestone Winterhawk 4 ( 225/55 R16 99H XL EVc )
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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 18
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 16
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 Satisfactory 14
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 - 9
2023 Autobild 225/45 R18 Satisfactory 12
2023 ADAC 205/60 R16 Satisfactory 26
2022 Autobild 215/55 R17 - 14
2022 ADAC 185/65 R15 Sufficient 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 - 21
2019 Autobild 225/45 R17 -
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 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 - 6
2022 Autozeitung 225/45 R17 - 18
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 - 16
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 Satisfactory 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 - 18
2019 Autobild 225/45 R17 - 12
2019 Autobild 225/45 R17 Good 4
2018 Autobild 195/65 R15 Exemplary
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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 23
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 14
2023 ADAC 225/45 R17 Satisfactory 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
2019 Autobild 225/45 R17 - 17
2019 Autobild 225/45 R17 Satisfactory 17
2017 Autobild 225/50 R17 Satisfactory 15
2017 Autobild 225/50 R17 - 6
2017 ADAC 215/65 R16 Satisfactory
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Rank Year Organization Size Rating 26
2024 AUTOBILD 205/55 R16 - 10
2022 ADAC 185/65 R15 Satisfactory 16
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 - 19
2021 Autobild 205/55 R16 Satisfactory 11
2020 Használtautó.hu 205/55 R16 -
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Best tyres in your size
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Apollo Aspire XP Winter
87%
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Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
79%
3.
Vredestein Wintrac
77%
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
77%
5.
Nokian WR Snowproof
76%
6.
Kumho WinterCraft WP52
74%
8.
Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro
70%
9.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
65%
10.
Toyo Observe S944
62%
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Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
87%
2.
Apollo Aspire XP Winter
73%
3.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
72%
4.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
72%
5.
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
70%
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Vredestein Wintrac
66%
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Kleber Krisalp HP3
63%
9.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
61%
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BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
60%
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BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
90%
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Kleber Krisalp HP3
84%
3.
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
79%
5.
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
70%
7.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
67%
8.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
66%
9.
Uniroyal WinterExpert
64%
10.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
63%
1.
BFGoodrich G-FORCE WINTER 2
84%
2.
Kleber Krisalp HP3
78%
3.
Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
74%
4.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
73%
5.
Vredestein Wintrac
70%
6.
GT Radial Winter Pro 2 evo
66%
7.
Falken EuroWinter HS02 Pro
61%
8.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
61%
10.
Toyo Observe S944
57%
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
94%
2.
Uniroyal WinterExpert
91%
3.
Bridgestone Blizzak LM-005
85%
4.
Dunlop Winter Sport 5
79%
6.
Vredestein Wintrac
77%
7.
Fulda Kristall Control HP2
73%
8.
Firestone Winterhawk 4
63%
10.
Hankook W462 Winter i*cept RS3
58%
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225/55 R16 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for winter tyres - there are 80 tyre models available, which can be compared to
215/55 R17 ,
235/55 R17 ,
235/45 R17 . Let's break down the sizing - 55 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 55% of the tyre width (225mm), which means the sidewall height has 123.75 mm. The wheel diameter is R16, which means it fits to a 16 inch/406.4mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 2054.29 mm, which is very similar to 195/70 R15
(2054.6 mm) , 245/35 R19
(2054.92 mm) , 285/30 R19
(2053.34 mm) , 245/40 R18
(2052.09 mm) , 170/80 R15
(2051.46 mm) , 245/30 R20
(2057.74 mm) , 205/60 R16
(2049.58 mm) . There are multiple speed indexes available for winter tyres in 225/55 R16: H
(210km/h) , R
(170km/h) , V
(240km/h) . The same goes for weight indexes: 95, 99, 110. You can find 225/55 R16 on 23 car models - mainly
Jaguar ,
Audi ,
BMW ,
Mazda ,
Peugeot .
Runflat
There are 10 runflat variants available.
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