The car market offers huge assortment tires, it is very difficult to choose the best ones. Therefore, to simplify the choice of motorists, independent experts compile ratings of winter tires, they indicate the advantages and disadvantages of tires of various brands.
IN winter season drivers have a question: “to stud or not to stud tires?”. Studded products are designed for harsh winters, ensure the normal stability of the machine when driving on ice or deep snow. Studless tires are not only suitable for driving on icy or snowy roads, they can be used on dry or wet road surfaces. Eat Alternative option- these are the so-called "Velcro", they have a large lamella of the tread blocks, this design, in the absence of spikes, ensures the stability of the car on snow or ice. Which of these tires is better depends on the preferences of the driver and the operating conditions of the vehicle.
When choosing tires for the winter on your own, use the ratings of winter tires, when they are compiled by independent experts, the following characteristics of tires of various brands are taken into account:
- braking distances cars on dry, snowy, slushy, covered in ice road;
- maximum acceleration of the car;
- fuel consumption;
- rubber noise;
- driving comfort.
Comparison of the advantages and disadvantages of rubber from different brands allows you to identify leaders in the manufacture of high-quality tires.
Leaders and outsiders of budget classes of studded tires
First place
Tire Sava Eskimo StudTire designed for extreme winter conditions, occupies a leading position among models budget classes tires. It consists of a silicon-containing polymer, which provides the elastic properties of products at a sufficiently low ambient temperature.
Advantages:
- low noise;
- vehicle stability on ice, snow, dry and wet asphalt;
- average course stability.
Disadvantages: average handling, directional stability when tested on a wet road surface.
Second place
Tire Matador MP30 Siberia Ice 2
Tires are designed in compliance with world standards and taking into account the peculiarities of the Russian climate. The composition of rubber provides elasticity, resistance of products to low-temperature operating conditions.
Advantages:
- wear resistance;
- low weight due to the use of aluminum spikes;
- good acceleration on winter roads;
- short braking distance on wet and dry road surfaces;
- average grip on ice and snow.
Drawbacks:
- average directional stability and handling on roads covered with ice;
- noisy.
Third place
tires Cordiant Snow Cross These tires are designed for harsh Russian winters. The resistance of products to wear is ensured by the presence of silicon in the composition of rubber. These tires proved to be excellent when driving on packed snow, in some respects they even surpassed middle-class tires.
Advantages:
- average braking on the road covered with ice;
- good acceleration on packed snow and icy road surfaces;
- average exchange rate stability among test participants.
Flaws:
- not the shortest braking on dry and wet paved surfaces;
- spikes protrude strongly, creating additional noise while driving;
- increase in fuel consumption when moving the car at high speeds;
- there is a chance of getting stuck when driving on loose snow.
Fourth place
Rubber Kama Euro 519 Structurally tires consist of two layers of rubber. One ensures the stability of the spikes against falling out, the second makes the tires elastic at very low temperatures.
Advantages:
- fast braking on snow and dry pavement;
- average cross-country ability on winter roads;
Drawbacks:
- increased braking on icy roads and wet pavement;
- tires respond slowly to steering commands;
- low stability on snowy, icy roads.
Fifth place
Tire Viatti Brina Nordico V-522 Products have asymmetrical pattern tread that provides traction with the road surface. The outer part of the tread ensures the stability of the machine during cornering.
Advantages:
- good directional stability of the car on a snow-covered road;
- elasticity.
Flaws:
- for all types of testing, tires showed low results;
- increased braking on any type of road surface;
- a small patch of rubber contact with the surface when driving on ice.
Leaders and outsiders of the middle class of studded tires
First place
Tire Hankook W419 iPike RS These tires have unique composition rubber compound, providing increased elasticity of rubber at sufficiently low temperatures. The silicon which is a part of rubber increases resistance of products to wear.
Advantages:
- good braking performance on winter roads;
- excellent tire grip with the road surface when driving on packed snow or a road covered with a shallow snow layer;
- provide directional stability of the car when driving on asphalt;
- help reduce fuel consumption;
- high wear resistance.
Flaws:
- poor cross-country ability while driving on slush or road surface covered with snow porridge;
- unpredictability of tires when performing maneuvers on dry pavement;
- not the quietest tyre.
Second place
Tires Gislaved Nord Frost 200 Rubber developed by a Swedish company using new technologies. Performance Improvement specified tires when testing on a snowy road, it provides big amount small tread blocks. The tread lamellas have a different design, providing greater grip of rubber with the road surface.
Advantages:
- provide confident movement of the car on a snow-covered or snow-covered road;
- good braking performance on asphalt;
- Tires make virtually no noise.
Drawbacks:
- tires respond to steering commands with a slight delay;
- poor handling on icy ruts.
Third place
Tire Nordman 5 The tire is designed with a special tread that provides good grip of tires on the road surface. The design feature of the tread is the location in its central part of the longitudinal rib, which has edges in the form of zigzags - this improves the directional stability of the car.
Advantages:
- light spikes that reduce the weight of the product;
- good braking performance on snowy or icy road surfaces;
- help reduce fuel consumption.
Flaws:
- compared to competitors, manageability is not the highest;
- poor braking performance on dry asphalt pavement;
- weak lateral part of the tread is often damaged;
- noisy.
Fourth place
TireYokohama IceGuard Stud IG55 Designed with a special tread design that provides good grip of rubber with the road surface. The spikes are located on the surface of the product in such a way as to reduce the amount of noise while driving.
Advantages:
- good indicator of directional stability and controllability;
- spikes rarely fly out due to their deep seating in rubber;
- practically silent.
Drawbacks:
- the braking performance on an icy or snowy road is not the highest among competitors;
- poor patency on a surface with icy ruts;
- average directional stability while driving on an asphalt road surface.
Fifth place
Tire Kumho WinterCraft ice WI31 The tire tread is covered with a large number of sipes to ensure a good grip of tires with the road surface. The aramid fibers that make up the tires give them rigidity and serve as micro-studs.
Advantages:
- excellent performance when driving on dry and wet asphalt;
- deep-set studs reduce rubber noise;
- good performance on the packed snow.
Flaws:
- weak braking on ice;
- slipping on a slurry of snow;
- poor handling on snowy roads.
Conclusion
Winter tire ratings determine the top best manufacturers, allow you to choose the most suitable option tires under specific car and conditions for its use. At the same time, it should be borne in mind that the winner does not always fit the characteristics of the operating conditions of the vehicle, and outsiders, in most cases, behave well when driving around the city.
Also take into account the tire sizes recommended by the vehicle manufacturer, and the matching of tires and wheels. As a rule, it is possible to install wheels with a larger diameter and tires with more low profile, for example, wheels with a radius of R14 can be replaced with R15 or R16 by choosing the appropriate rubber.
Winter non-studded friction tires(Velcro tires) became very popular a few years ago, when the majority of car owners really felt its advantages over traditional studded tires when used in big cities.
From this article you will learn:
The rating was compiled based on the results of tests of winter tire models from well-known automotive publications "Behind the wheel" and "Autoreview", taking into account reviews on the Yandex market and, most importantly, taking into account the cost of a particular tire.
In our overall rating of non-studded tires in 2017, we used data from the winter studded tire test “Behind the wheel” of September 2016 and the Autoreview winter tire test of September 2016 (there are no fresh winter tire tests in foreign publications for autumn 2017).
The best non-studded tires
- good year Ultra Grip Ice 2
- Nokian Nordman RS2
- Pirelli Ice Zero FR
- Michelin X Ice 3
According to the results of the test of winter tires of the magazine “Behind the wheel”, the places between the Velcro models were distributed as follows:
- Goodyear UltraGrip Ice 2
- Bridgestone Blizzak VRX
To correctly compare the cost of these tire models with each other, you must select the same dimension for all. One of the most common sizes is 205\60\R16. The cost of each model and its rating among buyers are compiled according to the YandexMarket service (September 2017):
The picture shows that the winners of the tests "Behind the wheel" and "Autoreview" of the model Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 and Continental ContiVikingContact 6 do not have the most high rating from buyers, but they have a high cost. These two indicators carry a lot of weight when compiling our ranking.
Rating of the best winter non-studded tires
The first place is occupied by the GoodYear UltraGrip Ice 2 model. According to the results of both tests “Behind the wheel” and “Autoreview”, this model received the second place, has a very good rating among YandexMarket users, and also costs significantly less than the leaders Nokian Hakkapeliitta R2 and Continental ContiViking Contact 6.
Second place goes to Nordman RS. The tire took 4th place in the tests "Behind the wheel", has a very good rating from YandexMarket users and at the same time its cost is comparable to the cost of the most inexpensive tires that took part in the tests.
The third place is Pirelli model Ice Zero FR. According to the results of the Autoreview magazine test, this tire took 5th place, it has a very good user rating (though with the proviso that there are not many reviews on it), and its cost is approximately in the middle between the most expensive and the most cheap tires who took part in the tests.
“Prepare summer tires in winter, and winter tires in summer,” this simple rule regularly helps motorists save time, money and nerve cells. Therefore, it's time to take a look at our 2017 winter tire test and choose the tires that are ideal for both weather and temperature conditions, as well as lifestyle and driving style.
Winter tire tests 2017-2018 (Behind the wheel, Autoreview, ADAC, Auto Bild)
Do not get lost in the abundance of names, brands and brands will help tests of winter and summer tires which every year are held by a number of qualified organizations. This includes:
ADAC Club
ADAC is a serious organization and has been representing the interests of German car enthusiasts for more than a century. The largest car club in Europe checks car brands for quality and safety, and also regularly tests tires. It is difficult for tire manufacturers to achieve high ratings from ADAC - their harsh tests, carried out with true German thoroughness, can leave neither the bottom nor the tire from the tire. The usual results are “satisfactory”, and rarely is a tire awarded with a “good” verdict.
The oldest Russian magazine dedicated to motorists and their iron horses. He regularly tests tires that are popular and not so popular on the post-Soviet market in hot and cold weather, and also conducts interesting studies like "How temperature affects the braking distance of a car." 
Car enthusiasts from more than 35 countries read licensed editions of the German magazine Auto Bild. The magazine contains not only motorsport and industry news, but also comparative tests, test drives and, of course, tire testing in different interesting places- for example, in a small Finnish village beyond the Arctic Circle.
The popular Russian (and earlier Soviet) publication Autoreview regularly conducts comparative tests of cars at the test site, crash tests according to the European methodology with its own independent rating, as well as testing automotive products ranging from fuel to child car seats. Of course, tires are on the list too.
Rating of winter studded tires 2017-2018
Since fresh tire testing is carried out during the peak season, we took tests of tires R14, R15, R16, R17 carried out last winter as the basis for the rating. When distributing places in the list, the following were also taken into account: the popularity of the model in Russia, ratings, reviews and the cost of tires on the Yandex Market service.
Despite the differences in conditions, testing the best winter studded tires 2017-2018. carried out in a similar way:
- acceleration and braking dynamics are tested on ice, snow, wet and dry asphalt;
- time taken to cover a certain distance different types coatings;
- an assessment is given of the level of controllability of the car, its smoothness and how noisy the tires are.
10. Gislaved Nord Frost 200
The average cost is 5,570 rubles.
Opens the rating of winter studded tires 2017-2018 new model from the Swedish company Gislaved. The main highlight of the 200 model is an asymmetric tread pattern and a new ultra-light (less than 1 gram) stud in the shape of a three-beam star. In general, the rubber is quiet, soft, with good exchange rate stability, holds well on any surface - however, on fresh snow and ice, it may require adjustments in driving style. On a lightly icy track on such tires, you should not accelerate more than 100 km, otherwise the car will drive.
The price, on average, is 5,982 rubles.
The very name of the tire says that its developers (Russian company Cordiant) paid Special attention tire behavior on snow. The tread pattern is directional, the center of which is a closed rib, which in theory should significantly reduce the likelihood of hydroplaning in snow. (It is interesting, by the way, that this same pattern almost exactly copies the protector of the third place in the rating.) The result is good rubber By budget price, which rides really well in the snow. True, asphalt is not given to her as well as snow.
The average price is 8,600 rubles.
A clear improvement over the ICE 01 both in terms of directional stability and noise reduction on the pavement. From rubber middle price segment it's hard to expect the responsiveness of a more expensive rubber, but the Dunlop SP Winter ICE 02 works 100%. Advantages: high permeability, very strong sidewall, excellent spikes, rowing in slush. True, it doesn’t feel very good on asphalt, and it makes a noticeable noise, and at speeds above 90 km / h it causes increased consumption fuel.
The cost, on average, is 6,670 rubles.
Good city tires with the ability to feel comfortable in not too deep snow. Rides well both on asphalt and on dense snow noise is within normal limits. It is worth noting that it is best to use this rubber in central Russia, where temperatures rarely exceed -15 degrees. But for Siberians with deep snows and prolonged frosts, it is better to think about a more hardy option.
The average cost is 2,410 rubles.
Nordman series by Nokian – more budget version the illustrious Hakkapeliitta. Soft, comfortable, low-noise tires at a reasonable price, which feels good both on dry pavement and on snow. On wet pavement, based on reviews, it is better not to accelerate over 100 km. A good option for urban residents in the "home - work - dacha" mode. Due to the softness of the rubber, it is difficult to get out of the rut, and you should be careful with curbs, branches and other sharp objects. But overall a great option in terms of price / quality.
You can buy, on average, for 4,860 rubles.
If previous model top 10 was mainly intended for urban driving, then IceContact 2 from Continental is better just revealed off-road. It feels great at low temperatures both on snow and on crust or ice, it is able to take its owner from anywhere. A big advantage is the many spikes (there are 196 of them). No noise from these tires.
But on wet, frozen or snowy pavement, special care must be taken. Also not the best best reviews deserved the "behavior" of rubber on snow porridge, where it begins to scour.
It is offered, on average, for 10,260 rubles.
Although the "eight" is a newer model in the line Tire Hakkapeliitta, it is slightly inferior in popularity to its predecessor. One of the main reasons is very soft sidewall, as a result of which you will have to carefully select the disks and, despite excellent cross, carefully choose places to ride. Otherwise, hernias and cuts. But this rubber is very predictable, has a large number of spikes (190 pieces) and goes well on ice and packed snow.
It is sold, on average, for 7,100 rubles.
It differs from the eighth model in a smaller number of spikes (by 30%), however, its six-sided anchor spikes are longer and heavier. They use a technology called "bear claw" that prevents the cleat from tilting, thereby improving traction. Silent, reliable, albeit expensive tires, which, despite the generation, enjoys a high reputation among motorists. It feels good both on snow and on ice and asphalt, while being hardy and strong. However, like the eighth version, the Hakkapeliitta 7 has a very soft sidewall and this is felt when turning the steering wheel sharply.
The average price is 9,080 rubles.
And here is the new generation of the famous line. The fruit of the four-year efforts of the developers of the Finnish company, as stated, exceeds the characteristics of the "eight" by 5-10%. The biggest highlight of the new model is the two types of studs (although overall there are slightly fewer of them than its predecessor), which should improve lateral grip on snowy or icy roads. And changes in the composition of the rubber will help the tire feel better at low temperatures. So far, according to preliminary tests, the tires promise to be excellent, but they count the chickens in the fall - when mass sales of the "nine" begin.
1. Pirelli Ice Zero
On average, it costs 15,550 rubles.
Paradoxically, it turned out that the Italians know better about the production of winter studded tires than the inhabitants of snowy Scandinavia. One of the "highlights" of the model is the original double carbide stud insert, which provides the tire with excellent behavior on ice.
Other advantages: high cross-country ability, good acceleration and braking performance on snow and ice, high directional stability. And endurance - there are chances to bring the tires to retirement with a full set of spikes. Excellent, almost universal rubber for winter conditions, feeling good both on asphalt and in the countryside. True, the noise level is quite high. Yes, and the price "bites".
Which winter tires are better to choose in the end
So which winter tires are the best? The 2017 ranking includes both "city" rubber types and tires designed for more severe weather conditions. For frequent driving great off-road Pirelli Ice Zero, Continental IceContact 2 or Dunlop SP Winter ICE 02. For a quiet city ride, it is better to choose the Bridgestone Ice Cruiser 7000, Nokian Nordman 5 or Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8. Otherwise, when choosing rubber, you should first of all take into account temperature conditions, and the surface on which you will have to ride.
Studded tires are tires designed for winter operation in most regions of the Russian Federation. They are called "studs". Compared with friction rubber different better fitness to the harsh Russian winter and difficult operating conditions, including very coldy(up to -25 degrees), when driving on melted ice, on city streets, in deep and loose snow on country roads. They have special metal elements designed to improve grip. They are called anti-skid spikes, which consist of a body and a core.
About the difficulties of choice
On the modern tire market in Russia, a large assortment of spikes is presented. Products for winter operation differ in size, tread pattern, rubber compound, speed index, load capacity, etc. Depending on the characteristics, technologies used by the manufacturer, and brand popularity, the cost of a tire set varies.
To understand the variety of offers and find winter tires that are most suitable for operational properties and price, you should follow simple rules.
No. 1. A well-known brand is not the most important thing
Michelin, Continental, Bridgestone, Pirelli and a number of other manufacturers are the main actors in the tire market. Companies value their name, so they try to produce the highest quality products. However, when choosing winter tires attention should be paid not so much to the popularity of the brand as to the country of production, overall quality manufacturing during external inspection.
Video: TOP-10 Winter Studded Tires 2016 - 2017 / Igor Burtsev
When looking for inexpensive winter tires, it is worth spending time on “second line” tires, i.e. produced by subsidiaries of the tire giants. As a rule, they use technologies and developments from the flagship rubber models of previous generations.
No. 2. Specialized tire centers and shops are more reliable than little-known outlets
If you like a particular tire model, then try to compare prices in several specialized stores with each other and with the average market value. Avoid overly cheap offers. Most likely, you are offered low-quality products.
What characteristics to look for when choosing?
- Size Must conform to the dimensions recommended by the automotive manufacturer. Permissible sizes are listed in the machine's instruction manual. Several options are indicated - from the minimum to the maximum. The owner of the vehicle can choose the size of the tire at his discretion. The choice depends following characteristics: smooth and soft running, rolling resistance, overclocking characteristics. Also, larger diameter wheels with alloy or forged wheels make the car more stylish and beautiful.
- Date of manufacture. Apply to the side. Consists of 4 digits. The first two indicate the week number, the next two indicate the year of manufacture. It is recommended to purchase new or last year's tires. Tire products manufactured 3 or 4 years ago have different performance characteristics.
- Tread pattern. The tread is one of the main elements of the tire. Determines its coupling, braking and other properties. Provides contact of the wheels with the road surface. It can be symmetrical or asymmetrical, directional or non-directional. When choosing, you need to focus on the driving style, dynamic characteristics car, the mildness or severity of the climate in winter period. The directional tread pattern features improved self-cleaning and water evacuation properties, wet snow compared to non-directional. An asymmetric tread is more expensive than a symmetrical one due to the division into several functional zones. Such studded tires, as a rule, belong to the premium segment, show good performance in various road conditions.
- The number of spikes. Modern studded tires have 96 to 190 studs. Too many metal hooks adversely affect ride and acoustic comfort. The option with 96 spikes is recommended in some EU countries, but for domestic realities it can hardly be called optimal. 130-studded tires - best choice for an average winter in Russia. In it, the weight and size of the spike are balanced compared to other models.
- Indices maximum load capacity and speed. They play a secondary role when choosing studded tires. Most tires for cars produced with a high margin of safety. Unfavorable weather conditions in winter do not allow realizing the high-speed potential and showing the sports character of the cars to the fullest.
Video: Overview of winter tires 2016-2017
Overview of the best studded tires on the Russian market
On Russian market presented a large number of studded tires from domestic and foreign manufacturers. We present to you a selection best models studded rubber.
Tires from the famous German manufacturer Michelin for compact crossovers And . They are presented in a wide range of standard sizes - from R16 to R21. Developed for the northern states of the European Union and Russia. They are a modernization of the second generation tires, which debuted in 2011.
They have a similar tread pattern, number and shape of spikes. Rubber consists of 2 layers - hard inner and soft outer. However, the border between them in the places where the spikes are installed is made convex. Due to this, the thickness of the lower, more elastic and durable layer was increased. The technology is called Catamaran.
Excellent grip on dry pavement, in winter slurry.
Differ a high degree ice safety.
Quickly remove water from the contact patch.
Quite comfortable compared to other tires with spikes.
- High price.
- Not high level grip on dry and cleared winter road.
The long awaited update in legendary family Hakkapeliitta. Presented in 52 sizes with landing diameters of 14-20 inches. The novelty has replaced the flagship tire in model range Nokian. Intended for compact cars, medium and large family cars. Can be installed on vehicles with a sporty nature.
The new generation tire has a different tread pattern and an updated rubber compound. However, the main changes are connected with studding. First, the shape of the metal elements has changed. Secondly, the number of spikes in Hakkapeliitta 9 has decreased. For example, in tires with landing diameter at 16 inches, there were 18 fewer of them (172 versus 190).
Excellent steering sensitivity and directional stability.
acoustic comfort.
High level of grip on packed snow and when driving on ice.
Quick adaptation to various winter conditions.
R16 tires are one of the most popular sizes on the Russian market, because many small and medium-sized crossovers and SUVs are designed for this size. The most popular models tires 215/65R16 SUV: studded and non-studded. Tests (acceleration and braking, deep snow patency, etc.) were carried out at the AvtoVAZ test site on the Renault-Duster crossover, in severe weather conditions.
Test of studded winter tires for crossovers
Winter tire rating 2019-2017 for crossovers
10. Matador MP 50 Sibir Ice SUV
The average price is 4,601 rubles. The main advantage of this SUV R16 tire is the price. At the same time, the tires are distinguished by good handling, the rubber is quite durable, the spikes have a strong fixation, they are well suited for driving around the city and behave satisfactorily in difficult conditions. Cons: very soft rubber and thin sides.
9. Dunlop Grandtrek Ice02
The average price is 4,440 rubles. Good for both asphalt and snow and ice - confident braking, confident start. The spikes sit securely. Great option for snowy roads and icy roads. At the same time, the noise on the pavement does not go beyond the usual for a studded tire.
8. Goodyear Ultra Grip Ice Arctic
The average price is 5,280 rubles. This model received an honorable second place. She has excellent grip on ice and simply amazing flotation in deep snow. However, there are also disadvantages. The main and main one is a weak sidewall, which means that you will have to drive very carefully - after all, such a tire can be easily damaged on potholes. And the movement of the car on these tires is accompanied by a strong rumble.
7. Continental Conti4x4IceContact
The average price is 7,965 rubles. The strengths of this model are excellent performance on ice and snow and super reliable stud retention. However, a car on such tires does not like dry asphalt and deep snowdrifts.
6. Gislaved NordFrost 100
The average price is 7,740 rubles. One of the best winter tires for crossovers designed for city driving. Differ low level noise, excellent grip on dry and wet asphalt. For country trips, they are worse - the quality of driving on snow (both loose and compacted) and ice is not very high.
5. Gislaved NordFrost 100 SUV
The average price is 6,579 rubles. Designed for city driving (excellent braking on pavement, both dry and wet), have good handling and a clear course under almost any conditions. However, the performance on ice and in snow is quite modest.
4. Nokian Hakkapeliitta 8 SUV
The average price is 6,933 rubles. According to the test results of winter tires, SUV is the best winter studded tire on the Russian market in 2019-2017. Excellent grip on ice and snow and high cross-country ability are indispensable when driving in winter. Alas, excellent qualities in difficult conditions, they turn out to be average in city driving; Hakkapeliitta 8 on dry pavement has quite average braking properties. The second disadvantage is the high price.
3. Continental ContiIceContact
The average price is 8,570 rubles. Third place in the ranking of winter tires for the crossover 2019-2017 goes to Continental ContiIceContact. She is the most expensive of the entire top 10. When choosing, keep in mind that there are three types of models - HD, BD and BD2. And they have different characteristics. BD2 is designed for sporty driving in difficult conditions (it has the most studs, the studs themselves are longer, and therefore it is the noisiest). BD has already been discontinued. The HD is more of an urban tire with occasional out-of-town trips when the weather conditions are good. It has fewer studs, is less noisy than previous varieties, and performs well on pavement and icy roads. But in the snow, especially loose, it is already worse.
2. Nokian Hakkapeliitta 7 SUV
The average price is 9,603 rubles. Finns know a lot about winter driving. Therefore, the second in the ranking of winter studded tire suv 2019-2017 is awarded Nokian model Hakkapeliitta 7 SUV. This great tires for difficult weather conditions. Superbly holds the road on almost any surface, from paved roads to snow and ice. The ride of the car is smooth, soft, the tires are tenacious and quiet enough.
1. Nokian Nordman 5 SUV
The average price is 6,510 rubles. And the first place in the ranking of winter tires for SUVs goes to Nordman 5 SUV from Nokian. Although the behavior on ice, snow and asphalt is quite average for these tires (with the exception of lateral grip, which is slightly better), the car on these tires has excellent directional stability on asphalt. Great choice for city driving and trips out of town.
Test of non-studded winter tires for crossovers
Non-studded tires are often chosen for their reduced noise levels as well as their softness on the road. But at the same time, they provide reliable stability on the road, even on icy or snowy roads. Consider the rating of the most popular non-studded models for crossovers.
10. Dunlop Grand Trek SJ6
The average price is 4,740 rubles. Tires have high wear resistance. Consists of silicon with a mixture of carbon to increase the level of adhesion to the road. Riding on such tires is easy and comfortable, it is almost silent.
9. Hankook Dynapro I*Cept RW08
The average price is 4,540 rubles. The composition of the mixture includes silicon, which increases traction, and silica, due to which the operating temperature range is increased. The tires are virtually silent due to the sipes arranged in waves.
8. Yokohama Geolandar I/T-S G073
The average price is 5,010 rubles. When using such tires, the car becomes very agile when driving both on a straight road and when making turns, U-turns or changing lanes. Grooves perfectly clean tires from dirt, dust and snow porridge. Three-chamber lamellas reduce the likelihood of getting into the aquaplaning zone, as well as significantly reduce the braking time of the car.
7. Toyo Observe Gsi 5
The average price is 4,810 rubles. The lamellas used allow for increased grip on snow and ice, resulting in a fairly short braking distance. High wear resistance ensures safety and comfort while riding.
6. Pirelli Scorpion Winter
The average price is 5,630 rubles. They have a symmetrical pattern, provide a high level of stability when cornering or changing lanes. Suitable for use on crossovers with anti-lock braking system. They allow you to brake even on descents, as well as when performing other maneuvers on a winter road.
