The Best European Tires for Alpine winter in 2021-2022 by TiresVote.com 2022

The Best European Tires for Alpine winter in 2021-2022 by TiresVote.com

Check out the best European tires for Alpine winter in 2021-2022.

These chart based on our CoreScore that indicates how liked a tire is based on reviews from users and results of professional tire tests from numerous experts.The information below is based on research, subtraction and elimination processes.
Last updated: February 2022.

  1. Continental WinterContact TS 870 - Winner Recommended
    Continental WinterContact TS 870
    90 60
    · Winter · 2020 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Continental ContiWinterContact TS 870 is a winter tire designed for compact and mid-size passenger cars. Refers to the so-called "friction" models designed for use on snowy and icy roads. In such conditions, it has improved adhesion properties and control accuracy. It also has good fuel economy indicators for its class and a long service life.

    Rolling Resistance   Wet Braking   Dry Handling   Snow Handling   Snow Traction   Wet Handling   Aquaplaning   Snow Braking  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  2. Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 Recommended
    Bridgestone Blizzak LM005
    87 56
    · Winter · 2019 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Bridgestone Blizzak LM005 is an European-type non-studded winter tire meant to give drivers confidence, as well as ensure excellent handling and safety even in the most challenging road conditions.

    Rolling Resistance   Wet Braking   Snow Traction   Straight Aquaplaning   Dry Handling   Lateral Stability   Snow Handling   Wet Handling   Snow Braking  
    Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  3. Kleber Krisalp HP3 Recommended
    Kleber Krisalp HP3
    82 52
    · Winter · 2016 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Kleber Krisalp HP3 is a directional studless winter tire designed to be fitted city passenger cars of various classes, from compact cars to minivans. This model 2016 is characterized by a high level of safety on winter surfaces.

    Ice Braking   Straight Aquaplaning   Snow Handling   Fuel Efficiency   Snow Braking   Dry Braking  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  4. Vredestein Wintrac Recommended
    Vredestein Wintrac
    82 42
    · Winter · 2020 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Vredestein Wintrac is a European-type friction winter tire designed for passenger cars. It is positioned by the manufacturer as a universal option for all weather conditions of mild winters and is intended for use on snow, suitable for safe driving on wet road surfaces. Which is more typical for the current warm European winters.

    Wet Braking   Dry Braking   Wet Handling   Fuel Efficiency   Snow Traction  
    USA+ USA+ · Canada Canada · Europe Europe
  5. Michelin Alpin 6 Recommended
    Michelin Alpin 6
    86 55
    · Winter · 2018 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Michelin Alpin 6 (A6 for short) is an European-type studless winter tire, presented in March 2018, designed to be used in mild weather conditions. It is characterized by dependable grip and efficient snow braking, stable and crisp steering response on wet pavement, smooth and noiseless ride, and an ability to optimize fuel consumption by the vehicle.

    Wet Braking   Dry Handling   Wet Handling   Snow Braking   Snow Handling  
    USA+ USA+ · Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+ · Japan Japan
  6. Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ Recommended
    Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+
    88 55
    · Winter · 2019 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Goodyear UltraGrip Performance+ (Plus) is an European-type friction winter tire that ensures reliable grip and efficient braking on snow, as well as on wet and dry pavements. This tire model is designed to be fitted on high-performance passenger cars.

    Wet Braking   Snow Braking   Wet Handling   Noise / Comfort   Snow Handling   Straight Aquaplaning   Lateral Aquaplaning   Snow Traction   Dry Braking  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+ · China China
  7. Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452 Recommended
    Hankook Winter i*cept RS2 W452
    82 38
    · Winter · 2015 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The 2015 tire model Hankook Winter i'Cept RS2 W452 came to replace the Winter i'cept RS W442, improving on its predecessor’s performance on wet pavement and snow. Using narrower tread blocks, the engineers were able to raise their total amount by 28%, which led to an increase in the total length of the biting edge and the tire drainage system.

    Wet Braking   Dry Handling   Snow Handling   Wet Handling   Dry Braking   Rolling Resistance  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  8. Goodyear UltraGrip 9+ Recommended
    Goodyear UltraGrip 9+
    85 52
    · Winter · 2019 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Goodyear Ultragrip 9+ is a winter tire designed for most popular passenger cars. This tire compares favorably with its predecessor in better stability of grip properties and handling on snowy and icy surfaces.

    Lateral Stability   Snow Braking   Wet Handling   Rolling Resistance   Lateral Aquaplaning   Snow Traction  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  9. Vredestein Wintrac Pro Recommended
    Vredestein Wintrac Pro
    84 48
    · Winter · 2018 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    Vredestein Wintrac Pro is a friction winter tire with a directional tread pattern. This model was presented in 2018 and created in collaboration with the Italian Giugiaro Design House to be installed on powerful passenger cars.

    Snow Braking   Dry Braking   Dry Handling   Wet Handling   Rolling Resistance  
    USA+ USA+ · Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  10. Dunlop Winter Sport 5 Recommended
    Dunlop Winter Sport 5
    82 57
    · Winter · 2015 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    Dunlop Winter Sport 5 is a directional non-studdable high performance tire designed to be used in the mild winter conditions of Central Europe. This sports model ensures dependable grip, stable and crisp steering response on slippery winter surfaces, as well as excellent braking performance and fuel efficiency

    Lateral Aquaplaning   Snow Braking   Wet Handling   Rolling Resistance   Snow Handling   Dry Braking  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  11. BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 Recommended
    BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2
    79 39
    · Winter · 2016 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    BFGoodrich g-Force Winter 2 is a directional studless winter tire designed to be fitted on passenger cars. Released in 2016, this model is characterized by high slush and hydroplaning resistance, and, as a consequence, ensures dependable grip both on wet pavement and snow-covered roads.

    Noise   Snow Braking   Snow Handling   Snow Traction   Dry Handling   Wet Handling  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  12. Falken Eurowinter HS01 Recommended
    Falken Eurowinter HS01
    73 41
    · Winter · 2016 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Falken Eurowinter HS01 combines superb winter driving characteristics with outstanding performance in wet conditions and low drive-by noise.

    Lateral Aquaplaning   Straight Aquaplaning   Snow Handling   Snow Traction  
    USA+ USA+ · Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  13. Michelin Pilot Alpin 5 Recommended
    Michelin Pilot Alpin 5
    91 46
    · Winter · 2014 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Michelin Pilot Alpin PA5 is a winter tire, like the previous generation, adapted for use in the special conditions of European winters. This model differs from its predecessor even at the conceptual level, where the main tactical and technical characteristics are significantly improved.

    Wet Braking   Snow Braking   Wet Handling   Rolling Resistance   Snow Handling   Snow Traction  
    USA+ USA+ · Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+ · Japan Japan
  14. Continental WinterContact TS 860 Recommended
    Continental WinterContact TS 860
    86 58
    · Winter · 2016 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Continental WinterContact TS 860 is a premium studless winter tire that ensures a high level of safety on ice and snow-covered roads, as well as on wet and dry pavements. It is characterized by premium traction and efficient braking performance on winter surfaces, long tread life, smooth and comfortable ride, as well as excellent stability in any winter conditions.

    Wet Braking   Dry Braking   Comfort   Snow Braking   Rolling Resistance   Straight Aquaplaning   Snow Handling  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+ · South Korea South Korea
  15. Pirelli Cinturato Winter Recommended
    Pirelli Cinturato Winter
    76 51
    · Winter · 2016 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    The Pirelli Winter Cinturato is one of the most popular products of the Italian manufacturer, replacing the popular Snowcontrol 3 series. It represents the highest level of winter technology and it has been developed to achieve maximum safety and control in all winter conditions.

    Straight Aquaplaning   Snow Braking   Lateral Aquaplaning   Snow Traction  
    USA+ USA+ · Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  16. Nokian WR Snowproof Recommended
    Nokian WR Snowproof
    68 44
    · Winter · 2019 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    Nokian WR Snowproof is a friction winter tire that was developed specially for the motorists of Central Europe. It is characterized by high hydroplaning and slushplaning resistance, which ensures a high level of driving safety during sudden snowfalls and on slushy roads.

    Dry Handling   Dry Braking   Rolling Resistance   Wet Braking  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  17. Toyo Observe S944 Recommended
    Toyo Observe S944
    68 42
    · Winter · 2019 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    Toyo Observe S944 is a studless winter tire with a directional tread pattern that features the Nano Balance technology. Thanks to its “absolutely new” materials, construction, and compound, it features a safe and comfortable ride that you will enjoy even in cool weather.

    Snow Handling   Rolling Resistance   Snow Traction   Wet Braking   Wet Handling  
    Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
  18. Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 Recommended
    Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6
    70 43
    · Winter · 2019 · Passenger - Performance Winter / Snow
    Verdict:

    Maxxis Premitra Snow WP6 is a non-studdable winter tire that features directional tread pattern, is designed to be installed on passenger cars of various classes, and is meant to increase driving safety on wet winter roads, snow, and even ice, as the manufacturer promises.

    Noise   Straight Aquaplaning   Dry Handling   Wet Braking   Rolling Resistance  
    Canada Canada · Europe Europe · Russia+ Russia+
Year
2022
Max Score, points
100
Season
Winter
Auto Type
Passenger
List Type
Top Chart
Region
Europe
Date added
Sep 15, 2021
Date updated
Sep 29, 2022

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