205/45
R17
88V
Vredestein Wintrac Xtreme S Vredestein’s Ultra High Performance winter tyre, the Wintrac xtreme S, was developed to stand up to the extreme weather conditions in the coldest season of the year. Maximum safety on snow and ice are as important as grip and steering precision for the Wintrac xtreme S, especially on the cold snow-free surfaces on which people drive the majority of the time. Thanks to its Internal Sipe Locking Technology (ISLT), the Wintrac xtreme S takes the characteristics of a top-class winter tyre to a whole new level. The technology minimises deformation of the sipes in the tread, resulting in excellent course stability, greater steering precision and an enhanced sense of safety at higher speeds. There are many sizes available with the Y speed index and - combined with the great looks that come from a Giugiaro-designed tyre - this makes the Wintrac xtreme S suitable for the highest performance and most exclusive cars. Features Innovative sipe technology Internal Sipe Locking Technology Two extra wide circumferential grooves Design tread and sidewall by Giugiaro Speed index H, V and Y Also available in sizes with high load capacity Benefits Straight sipes: optimal traction and a short braking distance on snow and ice Zigzag sipes: extra grip in bends Superior traction and steering precision in all conditions Excellent water dispersal, even for the widest sizes Low noise levels Sporty look with cool and sleek lines Suitable for speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h) Also suitable for SUV use
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C
69 dB
Winter
5.67
/ 10
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Based on tyre size: 205/45 R17 V
Average price: £128.81
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Full Tyre Description
Vredestein Wintrac Xtreme S Vredestein’s Ultra High Performance winter tyre, the Wintrac xtreme S, was developed to stand up to the extreme weather conditions in the coldest season of the year. Maximum safety on snow and ice are as important as grip and steering precision for the Wintrac xtreme S, especially on the cold snow-free surfaces on which people drive the majority of the time. Thanks to its Internal Sipe Locking Technology (ISLT), the Wintrac xtreme S takes the characteristics of a top-class winter tyre to a whole new level. The technology minimises deformation of the sipes in the tread, resulting in excellent course stability, greater steering precision and an enhanced sense of safety at higher speeds. There are many sizes available with the Y speed index and - combined with the great looks that come from a Giugiaro-designed tyre - this makes the Wintrac xtreme S suitable for the highest performance and most exclusive cars. Features Innovative sipe technology Internal Sipe Locking Technology Two extra wide circumferential grooves Design tread and sidewall by Giugiaro Speed index H, V and Y Also available in sizes with high load capacity Benefits Straight sipes: optimal traction and a short braking distance on snow and ice Zigzag sipes: extra grip in bends Superior traction and steering precision in all conditions Excellent water dispersal, even for the widest sizes Low noise levels Sporty look with cool and sleek lines Suitable for speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h) Also suitable for SUV use
Test Results
225/50 R17 H
Fail in the addition of wet and dry braking distances than 27 of 50
225/55 R17 H
"Satisfactory" - strengths: excellent wet grip, braking love especially When, low noise - Weaknesses: moderate traction and cornering on snow and on dry land, Increased rolling resistance
235/40 R18 Y
"Conditionally recommended" - strengths: Brakes / traction on snow, sporty, Directly in the dry - Weaknesses: mismatch of cornering and traction on snow, braking distances / oversteer / cornering kink at large steering angles in the wet, hydroplaning
215/60 R17 H
"Still recommended" - strengths: braking on snow, athletic in the dry - Weaknesses: clear mismatch between cornering and traction on snow, long stopping distances, wet When oversteer, hydroplaning
245/40 R18 V
"Conditionally recommended" - strengths: good braking on snow, quieter roll - Weaknesses: limited winter qualities, moderate cornering and driving behavior, prolonged wet stopping distances, Increased rolling resistance
225/45 R17 H
"Satisfactory" - strengths: love especially good in the wet, good in the dry - Weaknesses: snow on, higher fuel consumption and wear
205/55 R16 ---
"Twelfth of 14 tires in the test" - strengths: good dry performance - Weaknesses: When wet
225/50 R17 H/V
"Conditionally recommended" - strengths: on dry pavement - Weaknesses: handling on snow and wet, wet braking, aquaplaning across
215/65 R16 H
"Recommended" - strengths: noise, quite inexpensive - Weaknesses: aquaplaning, handling on all road surfaces, dry braking
