The 5 best winter tyres

Winter tyres are an outstanding alternative to snow chains. Although they are more expensive than the latter, the comfort and the safety they offer is impressive.

Below we share with you a list of the 5 best winter tyres you can fit to your car.

GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+

The GoodYear UltraGrip Performance+ ranks this year as the best winter tyre. Last week it won the annual competition of demanding snow tests, where it stood out against its rivals.

On wet roads its performance is incredible. Its wet grip in these conditions, as well as its cornering and handling, are among the best on the market. Its dry braking is also outstanding, although its dry handling is not quite perfect.

Of course, on snow it has no rival: its handling, cornering and braking are the best of all its competitors on this surface. Its price is around 100 euros.

Continental ContiWinterContact TS 850P

This is another very good option for replacing your tyres in winter. Its handling and performance stand out especially on wet roads, where it is absolutely outstanding.

On dry roads its braking drops slightly, but it makes up for it with excellent handling. It is also a great option for driving on snow, where it excels in handling, although in terms of braking and cornering there is still a wide margin for improvement.

Its price starts from 125 euros.

Dunlop Winter Sport 5 SUV

This tyre is designed specifically for SUVs and is a perfect complement if conditions are harsh, for vehicles in this segment. Combined with good all-wheel drive, you’ll feel right at home.

Excellent performance on wet and dry roads, with no weak points on these surfaces. When it comes to snow, however, it is excellent at keeping noise down, but its design still has a wide margin for improvement to match the snow quality of the GoodYears. Its price is around 140 €.

Michelin ALPIN 6

Perhaps one of the most well-balanced tyres on the list. The prestigious Michelin brand, with so many achievements in the past, shows its experience, also in winter tyres.

It has the best dry performance and is outstanding on wet roads. After the GoodYear, this is also one of the best options for your journeys over snow. Its price ranges from 90€.

Vredestein Wintrac Pro

A less well-known brand arrives, but not a worse one. This tyre stands out for outstanding performance on both wet and dry roads.

Its tread and pattern also make it a great option for use on snow, although, in terms of cornering on this surface, it still has some way to go to reach the level of the best in the competition. Its price is around 100 €.

Apollo Aspire XP Winter

We finish with an extra tyre. The Apollo is another great option if we are looking for a good all-round combination across different surfaces. It has strong traction on snow and its braking on this terrain is also outstanding.

Its cornering and handling on white surfaces, however, still have a wide margin for improvement.

As for its performance on both dry and wet roads, it is a solid and reliable option that will not disappoint anyone. Its price is around 100 €.

As you know, you have no excuse not to fit good winter tyres to your car, especially if you are heading to areas with difficult climates. Remember, tyres are the only part of the car that touches the ground, so it is vitally important to invest in them to make your safety as good as possible.