91%
- Ford Fiesta
- 175/65 R14
I am impresed with this tyre. On wet road and slippery ground it sticks to it. Didn t drive at snow so i dont know.
Vredestein Snowtrac 5
Premium Touring Winter
Winter rated
Replaces the Snowtrac 3
The Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is a winter touring tyre with generally good dry-road performance and low fuel consumption in tests. Owners like its snow and wet grip, but the wider test record repeatedly identifies wet braking, wear and noise weaknesses.
The Vredestein Snowtrac 5 most consistently earns test praise for low fuel consumption and dry-road ability. AMS 2018 ranked dry braking second of 11 and dry handling fifth, while Auto Bild also placed both dry disciplines fifth that year. The unusually poor dry-grip assessment from ADAC 2019 contrasts with those results and earlier ADAC praise. All five owner reviews are positive, with three praising snow traction and three wet grip, although that small sample cannot settle the differences across the much wider test record.
Wet performance is the main disagreement: owners are favourable, but tests repeatedly identify weaknesses, including eighth of 11 in wet braking for AMS 2018 and 21st of 22 for Auto Bild 2018. Noise and wear also draw repeated test criticism, with projected tread life 20th of 21 in Auto Bild, while owner refinement comments are divided and wear reports inconclusive. Snow verdicts vary unusually from weak or average to very good across sizes and years. Its clearer strengths are efficiency and dry-road performance, with less reassurance about wet stopping and consistent winter ability.
The quick answer
Strengths & weaknesses
Dry, Snow
Value, Comfort
Relative to its rivals across every test we hold
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.
- 8owner reviews
- 71,100miles driven
- 13professional tests
All Tests
View Test ResultsTested 13 times by independent publications, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 averages a finish of 12th.
13
Tests
0
Test Wins
12th
Average
4th
Best
30th
Worst
Finishing position in each test
| Year | Test | Result | Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 2019 ADAC 185/65 R15 Winter Tyre TestADAC · 185/65 R15 | P8 / 16 | |
| 2018 | 2018 AMS Winter Tyre TestAuto Motor Und Sport · 205/55 R16 | P7 / 11 | |
| 2018 | 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre TestAuto Bild · 195/65 R15 | P17 / 20 | |
| 2018 | 2018 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 175/65 R14ADAC · 175/65 R14 | P9 / 12 | |
| 2018 | 2018 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 205/55 R16ADAC · 205/55 R16 | P8 / 16 | |
| 2018 | 2018 51 Winter Tyre ShootoutAuto Bild · 195/65 R15 | P18 / 52 | |
| 2017 | 2017 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 195/65 R15ADAC · 195/65 R15 | P7 / 16 | |
| 2016 | 2016 AutoBild Winter Tyre TestAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P18 / 20 | |
| 2016 | 2016 Winter Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 205/55 R16 | P19 / 49 | |
| 2016 | 2016 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 185/65 R15ADAC · 185/65 R15 | P4 / 15 | |
| 2015 | 2015 ADAC Winter Tyre Test - 205/55 R16ADAC · 205/55 R16 | P7 / 19 | |
| 2015 | 2015 Winter Tyre Market OverviewAuto Bild · 185/60 R14 | P30 / 51 | |
| 2014 | 2014 AZ Winter Tyre TestAuto Zeitung · 205/55 R16 | P7 / 11 |
On the full record: Record by disciplineHead-to-head recordEvery published verdict
Running Costs
View TestIn 195/65 R15, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is projected to cost €15.79 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €631 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test.
Vredestein Snowtrac 5€15.79
Dimensions & Label Scores
View AllSize Range22 sizes available
155-205Width55-70Profile13-16Rim75-99 T-HLoad/
EU LabelAcross 22 sizes - the grade depends on the size you buy.
Fuel
A
B
C32%
D68%
E
Wet
A
B18%
C82%
D
E
Noise
69-72dB A/B
3PMSF on every size
US ratingsUTQG grade and the maker's mileage warranty
Not gradedUTQG gradeNoneMileage warranty
Frequently Asked Questions
How good is the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 in the wet?
Across the 2 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 stops 11.3% longer than premium rivals, 2.6% longer than mid-range rivals and 5% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews wet score of 49/100, and owners rate it 8.1/10 in the wet from 8 reviews.
How good is the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 in the dry?
Across the 2 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 stops 2.6% shorter than premium rivals, 3% shorter than mid-range rivals and 1.9% longer than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews dry score of 66/100, and owners rate it 8/10 in the dry from 8 reviews.
How good is the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 in the snow?
Across the 2 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 stops 0.3% shorter than premium rivals, 1.1% longer than mid-range rivals and 11.4% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tyre Reviews snow score of 53/100, and owners rate it 7.3/10 in the snow from 8 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Vredestein Snowtrac 5?
Across the 2 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5's rolling resistance is 3.1% lower than premium rivals, 2.4% lower than mid-range rivals and 0.5% lower than budget rivals.
How many miles does the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 last?
Based on test and owner data, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is expected to last around 20,692 miles (33,300 km).
More questions about the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 (9)
What treadwear rating and mileage warranty does the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 have?
The Vredestein Snowtrac 5 has no UTQG treadwear grade: winter and light-truck sizes are exempt. Vredestein gives it no mileage warranty.
What do owners say about the Vredestein Snowtrac 5?
Across 8 owner ratings the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 averages 78%. Owners rate Comfort highest at 8.4 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 6.3. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 100% of owners score it 70% or better.
How much does the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 cost to run?
In 195/65 R15, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is projected to cost €15.79 per 1,000 km to buy and run - about €631 over 40,000 km - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2018 Auto Bild Winter Tyre Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Goodyear UltraGrip 9, at €9.74.
What is the Vredestein Snowtrac 5's EU tyre label rating?
Across its range, the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 most commonly carries EU label ratings of D for fuel efficiency, C for wet grip and 71 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Vredestein Snowtrac 5?
Owners rate the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 8.4 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 5 reviews.
How well do the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 7.5 out of 10 for wear across 5 reviews. 2 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 6,550 miles.
Would owners buy the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 again?
88% of owners say they would buy the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 again, based on the 8 owner reviews that answered the question. 25% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What does the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 replace?
The Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is the successor to the Vredestein Snowtrac 3 in Vredestein's range.
What sizes does the Vredestein Snowtrac 5 come in?
The Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is available in 53 sizes, ranging from 155-205/55-70 R13-16.
Owner Questions (1)
Ask a questionQuestions and Answers for the Vredestein Snowtrac 5
November 26, 2018
Assuming you can fit the correct size and load rating, the Snowtrac 5 will be fine on your van.
Vredestein Snowtrac 5 Owner Reviews
Review this tyreWhat owners say summarised from 5 reviews
Snow traction and wet grip are the clearest strengths of the Vredestein Snowtrac 5, each praised by three of five owners. All five reviews are positive, averaging 87.6%, with accounts of reassuring performance on snowy roads and in rain. Noise opinions differ, with one owner finding it quiet and another reporting intrusive road noise. Comfort and price also divide the few owners who discuss them, so neither is a consistent strength or weakness. There are no repeat-owner updates or clear wear reports to establish tread life, and the small sample supports winter grip more firmly than conclusions about refinement or ageing.
What owners mention most counted across 5 reviews
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Owner ratings averaged from 8 ratings
- Owner score 78%
- Comfort 84%
- Wet Grip 81%
- Road Feedback 81%
- Dry Grip 80%
- Handling 76%
- Wear 75%
- Snow Grip 73%
- Ice Grip 63%
All 5 Vredestein Snowtrac 5 reviews
Score spread across 5 written reviews
73%
- Renault Clio 182 cup
- 185/55 R15 H
- 3,100 miles
- A Combination of Roads
- Average
Tyres are actualy good. First i ordered Contis TS860, but they were not in stock, so i gave Vredestein a try. My car is a bit sporty, so a good winter tyre is very crucial. I made about 3000 miles with them so here are my + and - for this tyre.
+ very good grip in snow (it handles perfectly, driving in about 10-15cm of snow is easy peasy for those)
+ very cheap to buy (i bought them for abot 70euros a piece- which is a real bargain (ContisTS860 were about 25euros more per piece)
+ wet handling is average, not the best, but it doesent leaves you between cornering with high speed on wet road... i didnt expect that the "tree" profile gives such a good grip.
- for me the biggest suprise was how loud this tyre is... i have a loud exhaust system, but contact with different types of roads (even after not so many miles driven) let you know that this tyre is not the silent one. even on the motorway tyre gives you those sounds and vibrations.
- let me say, comfort could be better, it clearly "eats" all bumps on the road but the filling when driven is quite average... yes i know i have very low car, and yes i know i have sporty springs but still...i expected more.
- and finally dry grip... for easy drive tyre gives you confidence in corners...but sometimes you have to corner hard, and there are clearly some huge problems with those on. They are too soft on the edges, so that doesent allow you sporty driving...
So, if i could say only few words about this tyre... CHEAP, WINTER PRO, THE BEST VALUE/PRICE IN THE SEGMENT..
I would deffinetly look after Vredestein tyres in the future :)
+ very good grip in snow (it handles perfectly, driving in about 10-15cm of snow is easy peasy for those)
+ very cheap to buy (i bought them for abot 70euros a piece- which is a real bargain (ContisTS860 were about 25euros more per piece)
+ wet handling is average, not the best, but it doesent leaves you between cornering with high speed on wet road... i didnt expect that the "tree" profile gives such a good grip.
- for me the biggest suprise was how loud this tyre is... i have a loud exhaust system, but contact with different types of roads (even after not so many miles driven) let you know that this tyre is not the silent one. even on the motorway tyre gives you those sounds and vibrations.
- let me say, comfort could be better, it clearly "eats" all bumps on the road but the filling when driven is quite average... yes i know i have very low car, and yes i know i have sporty springs but still...i expected more.
- and finally dry grip... for easy drive tyre gives you confidence in corners...but sometimes you have to corner hard, and there are clearly some huge problems with those on. They are too soft on the edges, so that doesent allow you sporty driving...
So, if i could say only few words about this tyre... CHEAP, WINTER PRO, THE BEST VALUE/PRICE IN THE SEGMENT..
I would deffinetly look after Vredestein tyres in the future :)
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84%
- Fiat Grande Punto 1.3Multijet 75bhp
- 185/65 R15 T
- 10,000 miles
- A Combination of Roads
- Average
Excellent on ice and snow. Very good on wet too.
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90%
- Smart Fortwo MHD cabrio
- 225/45 R17
- 2,000 miles
- A Combination of Roads
- Spirited
For a Smart car thats light these tyres can take you through snow drifts that a 4x4 would struggle with, direct and responsive to turns and grip is incredible. Expensive but safe and comfortable for any Smart for two
100%
- Peugeot partner van
- 175/65 R14
- 20,000 miles
- A Combination of Roads
- Average
New to winter tyres, so with a bit of research, the tyre comany whom I trust rated the above tyre, and to my surprise they are far better than the previous tyres that were fitted, the road noise is really low on various types of surface, I cannot score for wearability as they are new, but they are really good in the wet, and yet to try them in the snow when it arrives. I cannot compair these tyres to other brands, but for me they will be scored highly. I run a peugeot partner 1.6hdi small van.
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