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Vredestein ULTRAC

215/40 R17 Vredestein ULTRAC variants


Vredestein ULTRAC is a summer tyre made in total of 49 sizes, ranging from R15 to R15 - this particular dimension is R17, which means it fits to a 17 inch/431.8mm diameter wheel. 215/40 R17 is 40mm wider than the narrowest dimension (175) and 80mm narrower than the widest one (295). This tyre profile of 40 means the sidewall height of the tyre is 40% of the tyre width (215mm), which results in 86mm sidewall height. In 215/40 R17, ULTRAC usually competes against PremiumContact 7, which is a tyre from Continental with a rating of 99%, compared to 26% of the Vredestein in question.


Vredestein ULTRAC is made in 49 sizes, starting from 175/50 R15 up to 295/40 R21.

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Vredestein ULTRAC in tyre tests

Relevant tyre tests in same or similiar dimension (215/40 R17)
ADAC
ADAC Summer tyre test 2024 215/55 R17
sufficient
Ranked #16 of 16
In a comprehensive evaluation among 16 competitors, the Vredestein Ultrac was ranked last but received a final rating of 'Sufficient'. This tire was acknowledged for its secure performance on both dry and wet roads, a standout feature being its excellent aquaplaning resistance in the cross direction, where it performed best. Moreover, it was praised for its light weight and low fuel consumption, highlighting its efficiency. However, there were significant concerns regarding its predicted mileage and excessive wear, which ultimately affected its standing in the assessment. Despite these drawbacks, the Vredestein Ultrac was credited for safe driving characteristics, offering good steering feedback and stable handling on dry surfaces, and solid braking performance alongside aquaplaning capabilities on wet roads. Unfortunately, its shortfall in mileage and higher wear levels led to a lower overall environmental rating, despite its commendable fuel efficiency.
Name Enviromental impactDriving safety
Best values in test1,61,7
Vredestein ULTRAC 3,832,3
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Autobild
Autobild Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
satisfactory
Ranked #14 of 21
Securing a commendable 4th position among 21 competitors, the Vredestein Ultrac demonstrated impressive performance in a recent evaluation. It was particularly noted for its convincing safety margins in aquaplaning scenarios, showcasing a sporty and dynamic driving behavior along with short braking distances on both wet and dry surfaces. However, the tyre was marked down for its considerably limited mileage longevity. An exceptional aspect of the tyre's performance was its outstanding capability in wet braking, where it truly excelled compared to its peers. This balance of proficient handling in critical conditions and a notable drawback in wear resistance creates a mixed yet largely favorable view of the Vredestein Ultrac's overall capabilities.
Name WetDryRunning costs
Best values in test12+1+
Vredestein ULTRAC 1-23
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Source: reifenpresse.de
Autozeitung
Autozeitung Summer tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
highly recommended
Ranked #2 of 10
Name WetDry
Best values in test146134
Vredestein ULTRAC 135126
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Source: reifenpresse.de
Autobild
Name Stopping distance on dryStopping distance on wet
Best values in test35,727,5
Vredestein ULTRAC 36,128,2
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Source: www.autobild.de

215/40 R17 - Best summer tyres (according to tests)

#NameOur ratingTested in this dimensionTested in same width dimensionSegmentPrice
1. Bridgestone Turanza T005
84.3%
85.2%
78.9%
Premium
2. Bridgestone Potenza Sport
90.4%
89.6%
81.3%
Premium £122
83 Y
3. Michelin Pilot Sport 4! Newer model available: Michelin Pilot Sport 5
89.4%
89.3%
79.1%
Premium
4. Continental PremiumContact 6! Newer model available: Continental PremiumContact 7
86%
92.3%
80.7%
Premium
5. Hankook Ventus Prime 4
76%
83.9%
72.3%
Premium £103
87
6. GoodYear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 5! Newer model available: Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6
91.7%
90.4%
77.2%
Premium £170
87 Y
7. Hankook Ventus Prime3 K125! Newer model available: Hankook Ventus Prime 4
73.1%
92%
80.3%
Premium
8. Falken ZIEX ZE310 ECORUN! Newer model available: Falken ZIEX ZE320
76.1%
79.5%
74.8%
Upper-middle £92
87 W + 1
9. Fulda SportControl 2
77.8%
80.2%
75.1%
Lowcost £129
87 Y + 1
10. Dunlop SP Sport MAXX RT2
81.6%
77%
74.1%
Premium £109
87 Y + 1
11. Maxxis Premitra HP5
80.9%
84.5%
77.5%
Lowcost £78
87 W
12. Kumho Ecsta PS71
80%
74.5%
67.3%
Upper-middle £83
87 Y
13. BFGoodrich Advantage
63.2%
74%
81.1%
Upper-middle £110
87 W
14. Sava Intensa UHP 2
78.1%
86.7%
73.9%
Lowcost £98
87 Y + 2
15. Uniroyal RainSport 5
86.3%
70%
83.2%
Upper-middle £93
87 Y
16. Firestone Roadhawk
73.1%
86.6%
73.3%
Upper-middle £137
87 Y
17. Semperit Speed-Life 3
80.5%
67.2%
75.4%
Lowcost £101
87 Y
18. Continental Ecocontact 6! Newer model available: Continental EcoContact 7
62%
78.8%
85%
Premium £176
87 V + 1
19. Nokian Powerproof! Newer model available: Nokian Powerproof 1
82.2%
84.7%
77%
Upper-middle
20. Matador MP47 Hectorra 3
62.7%
70.3%
Lowcost
21. Cooper Zeon CS8
80%
73.8%
80%
Upper-middle £113
0 Y + 1
22. Barum Bravuris 5 HM
61.7%
62.5%
Lowcost £82
87 Y