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SYMMETRIC V-TREAD RESPONSIVE STEERING SNOW & ICE TRACTION PERFORMANCE WINTER
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Westlake SW608



Description

The Westlake SW608 is a performance winter tire designed for passenger vehicles. Developed in collaboration with European manufacturers, it features a V-shaped symmetric tread pattern that provides exceptional stability and handling in winter conditions.

Features & Benefits

  • Enhanced directional stability: Five longitudinal ribs combined with a V-shaped tread pattern provide excellent control on slippery surfaces.
  • Superior snow traction: The block-based tread design generates multiple grip edges, improving performance on snowy roads.
  • Responsive steering: Two rigid central ribs contribute to quick and precise steering response.
  • Snow grabbers in shoulder zones: Cross-shaped grooves enhance grip and stability on packed snow.
  • Effective ice traction: Wave-shaped sipes create numerous extra biting edges, ensuring reliable grip on icy surfaces.

Year Released

The Westlake SW608 was introduced in 2014.

Regions Availability

The Westlake SW608 is available in Europe and Russia+.

Vehicle Compatibility / Popular Vehicle Fitments

With its winter-specific design and wide range of available sizes, the Westlake SW608 is compatible with various compact and midsize passenger vehicles. Some vehicle fitments include:

  • Volkswagen Golf
  • Audi A3
  • BMW 1 Series
  • Mercedes-Benz A-Class
  • Skoda Octavia
  • Ford Focus
  • Toyota Corolla
  • Hyundai i30
  • Renault Megane
  • Peugeot 308

Note: Always consult with a tire specialist or the vehicle's manufacturer to ensure correct tire fitment.

Final Thoughts

The Westlake SW608 is a cost-effective and reliable winter tire designed for safe and stable driving in snowy and icy conditions. Its advanced tread pattern, reinforced structure, and optimized grip features make it a solid choice for drivers seeking dependable winter performance without the premium price tag.


Detailed Information

Type and Size
Tire Model
Westlake / SW608
Car Type
Season
Winter
Rim Diameter
13 / 14 / 15 / 16 / 17 / 18 / 19 "
Width
155 / 165 / 175 / 185 / 195 / 205 / 215 / 225 / 235 / 245 mm
Aspect Ratio
35 / 40 / 45 / 50 / 55 / 60 / 65 / 70 / 80 %
Construction
Radial
Special Features
Runflat
No
Mud and Snow
No
Extra Load
Optional
Speed and Load
Speed Index
H (max 130 mph) ... V (max 149 mph)
Load Index (max load for a tire)
 

Westlake / SW608 Sizes & Specifications

Rim Model Size Index Features Price
R13 155/70 R13 75T 155/70 R13 75T
R13 155/80 R13 79T 155/80 R13 79T
R13 165/70 R13 79T 165/70 R13 79T
R13 175/70 R13 82T 175/70 R13 82T
R14 155/65 R14 75T 155/65 R14 75T
R14 165/70 R14 81T 165/70 R14 81T
R14 175/65 R14 82H 175/65 R14 82H
R14 175/70 R14 84T 175/70 R14 84T
R14 185/60 R14 82H 185/60 R14 82H
R14 185/65 R14 86H 185/65 R14 86H
R14 195/60 R14 86H 195/60 R14 86H
R14 195/70 R14 91T 195/70 R14 91T
R15 175/65 R15 84T 175/65 R15 84T
R15 185/55 R15 86V XL 185/55 R15 86V XL
R15 185/60 R15 88H XL 185/60 R15 88H XL
R15 185/65 R15 88H 185/65 R15 88H
R15 195/55 R15 89H XL 195/55 R15 89H XL
R15 195/60 R15 88H 195/60 R15 88H
R15 195/65 R15 91H 195/65 R15 91H
R15 205/65 R15 94H 205/65 R15 94H
R15 215/70 R15 98H 215/70 R15 98H
R16 195/50 R16 88H XL 195/50 R16 88H XL
R16 195/55 R16 87H 195/55 R16 87H
R16 205/55 R16 91H 205/55 R16 91H
R16 205/60 R16 92H 205/60 R16 92H
R16 215/55 R16 97H XL 215/55 R16 97H XL
R16 215/65 R16 98H 215/65 R16 98H
R16 225/50 R16 96V XL 225/50 R16 96V XL
R16 225/60 R16 98H 225/60 R16 98H
R17 205/40 R17 84V XL 205/40 R17 84V XL
R17 205/45 R17 88H XL 205/45 R17 88H XL
R17 205/50 R17 93H XL 205/50 R17 93H XL
R17 215/40 R17 87V XL 215/40 R17 87V XL
R17 215/50 R17 95V XL 215/50 R17 95V XL
R17 215/55 R17 98V XL 215/55 R17 98V XL
R17 225/50 R17 98H XL 225/50 R17 98H XL
R17 225/60 R17 99H 225/60 R17 99H
R17 235/45 R17 97H XL 235/45 R17 97H XL
R17 235/55 R17 103V XL 235/55 R17 103V XL
R17 235/65 R17 108H XL 235/65 R17 108H XL
R17 245/40 R17 95V XL 245/40 R17 95V XL
R17 245/45 R17 99V XL 245/45 R17 99V XL
R18 225/45 R18 95V XL 225/45 R18 95V XL
R18 225/60 R18 104V XL 225/60 R18 104V XL
R18 235/40 R18 95V XL 235/40 R18 95V XL
R18 235/50 R18 101V XL 235/50 R18 101V XL
R18 245/40 R18 97V XL 245/40 R18 97V XL
R18 245/45 R18 100V XL 245/45 R18 100V XL
R18 245/50 R18 104V XL 245/50 R18 104V XL
R19 225/35 R19 88V XL 225/35 R19 88V XL

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