16 best velcro tires

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Many car owners who drive around the city or cleaned highways most of the winter opt for studless tires. In such conditions, it provides high driving safety and the required level of comfort. Friction tires have good grip on the road surface due to the elasticity of the rubber compound and a large number of sipes. The Russian automotive market offers the consumer a wide selection of studless tires from different manufacturers. With the help of our experts, potential buyers can find the perfect Velcro for their vehicle.

Recommendations for choosing velcro tires

Type of winter tires. All friction rubber for winter can be divided into two groups.

1. Mild winter tires are suitable for motorists in large cities, where the asphalt remains clean or wet for most of the cold season. Such models are quiet and soft.
2. Northern (Scandinavian) winter tires are ideal when the vehicle is operated in harsh climates. He often has to overcome snow drifts on the roads, drive on packed snow and mushy surfaces. A characteristic feature of these tires is a self-cleaning directional tread pattern.

Standard size. The selection of winter tires should start with the determination of the dimension. Manufacturers allow the use of different tire sizes on the same car model. They can differ in landing diameter, width and profile height. Therefore, you first need to limit the range of applicants, having familiarized yourself with the recommendations of the automaker. All geometric parameters of the tires are encoded in the marking. For example, in the designation 165 / 70R14, the first digits (165) indicate the width of the tire in mm, 70 is the height expressed as a percentage of the width of the tire (165), and R14 is the tire mounting diameter, measured in inches.

Speed ​​and load indices. Although winter is not the best season for driving fast or transporting heavy loads, you should pay attention to speed and weight restrictions when buying Velcro.

1. The speed index is indicated by large Latin letters, the further the letter is located from the beginning of the alphabet, the higher the maximum speed is allowed. For example, R is the speed up to 170 km / h, T – up to 190 km / h.
2. The load index has a digital designation. For decryption, use the appropriate table. For example, 80 corresponds to a wheel load of 450 kg, and 110 to 1060 kg.

Tread pattern type. On Velcro, two types of tread patterns are most often found.

1. Asymmetric tires have different patterns on the inside and outside of the tread. The inner side blocks are responsible for the efficiency of water or snow removal from under the contact patch. The outer side provides reliable traction and linear performance when cornering and braking over a wide speed range. Asymmetric tires are most often fitted as OE on premium cars as well as on high-performance sports cars.
2. Symmetrical tires are suitable for city and compact cars. They generally provide sufficient stability in a wide variety of road conditions.

We have selected 16 of the best Velcro tires for our review. You can buy them in the trade network of our country. When allocating seats, the editorial board of the magazine took the assessments of experts as a basis, taking into account the reviews of Russian motorists.

Rating of the best velcro tires

Nomination	a place	Name of product	price
The best Velcro for passenger cars	1	Continental ContiVikingContact 7	RUB 4,155
	2	MICHELIN Alpin 5	4 345 RUB
	3	Nokian Tires Hakkapeliitta R3	RUB 3,910
	4	GOODYEAR Ultra Grip Ice 2	RUB 3,250
	5	Yokohama Ice Guard IG60	RUB 2,949
	6	Hankook Tire Winter iPike LT RW09	RUB 4,325
	7	Bridgestone Blizzak Revo GZ	RUB 2 750
	8	Kumho I'Zen KW31	2 420 RUB
Best Velcro for SUVs	1	GOODYEAR Ultra Grip Ice SUV	RUB 6,077
	2	Nokian Tires Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV	RUB 6,410
	3	MICHELIN Latitude X-Ice 2	RUB 5,000
	4	Continental ContiVikingContact 6 SUV	RUB 6,015
	5	Pirelli Scorpion Winter	RUB 5,500
	6	Yokohama iceGUARD SUV G075	4 160 rub.
	7	Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2	RUB 4,140
	8	Hankook Tire ipike RW11	RUB 4,000

The best Velcro for passenger cars

Friction rubber is in high demand among passenger car owners. It provides a high level of driving safety in the winter season. Experts have identified a few decent stickies for cars.

Continental ContiVikingContact 7

Rating: 4.9

Almost any passenger car can be fitted with Continental ContiVikingContact 7 winter tires. The manufacturer offers a wide range of standard sizes with a landing diameter of 14 … 20 inches. Experts believe that Velcro outperforms the previous model (with the designation 6) in terms of directional stability and traction. A composition containing a complex of substances Active Grip Silica was specially developed for the renewed rubber. Silicon oxide plays a special role in it, which keeps the tires elastic in frosty weather. Rubber becomes the winner of our review.

Motorists from Russia completely agree with the opinion of experts, highlighting such advantages of velcro as noiselessness, softness, excellent grip and directional stability. Users have no complaints about the quality of the tires.

Advantages

• high quality;
• many standard sizes;
• elasticity;
• noiselessness.

disadvantages

• not detected.

MICHELIN Alpin 5

Rating: 4.8

MICHELIN Alpin 5 winter tires were developed back in 2013 taking into account the climatic conditions of Europe and the CIS countries. It is best suited for black roads where snow and ice are removed. When creating the rubber, the manufacturer applied the MICHELIN Total Performance strategy based on innovative technologies. Experts point out a decrease in comparison with previous models of such an important characteristic as stopping distance. Rubber remains soft even at extremely low temperatures (down to -35 ° C). Velcro wins silver in our review.

Some comments from Russian motorists prevented the tires from climbing to the highest step. Even with light impacts, the rubber can cut or tear. To the pluses of tires, users include noiselessness, softness and permeability.

Advantages

• noiselessness;
• innovative technologies;
• elasticity;
• good handling.

disadvantages

• low strength.

Nokian Tires Hakkapeliitta R3

Rating: 4.7

The Finnish development of Nokian Tires Hakkapeliitta R3 belongs to the premium class of friction tires. The model has a directional pattern, a wide range of standard sizes is offered to the consumer. The rubber has successfully passed testing in 2018, which is regularly arranged by experts from the Finnish magazine Moottori. The tires won prizes in the nominations for acceleration and braking on snow and ice. Therefore, tires are recommended for use in the northern regions of Russia. For the balance of all technical characteristics at a democratic price, tires receive the bronze of our review.

The motorists of the northern regions of the country praise Finnish tires for their excellent cross-country ability, noiselessness and excellent grip. Of the minuses, low damage resistance is often mentioned.

Advantages

• excellent grip;
• good cross-country ability on snow;
• noiselessness;
• softness.

disadvantages

• low strength.

GOODYEAR Ultra Grip Ice 2

Rating: 4.7

It took American engineers three years to create GOODYEAR Ultra Grip Ice 2 winter tires. The developers had to take into account the strong competition in the market from European manufacturers. Experts appreciated the quality of the cryoadaptive rubber compound, which maintains the elasticity of tires in severe frost. The traditional V-shaped tread has been updated with changes to the center of the pattern. The tires are distinguished by excellent directional stability and reliable grip on rolled snow.

American rubber stopped one step away from the top three due to its low resistance to punctures and side cuts. Some users complain about the need to steer when driving at high speeds.

Advantages

• unique rubber compound;
• high elasticity;
• updated protector;
• excellent grip.

disadvantages

• steering is required at speed;
• low resistance to damage.

Yokohama Ice Guard IG60

Rating: 4.7

Following the concepts that were implemented in the previous generation tires (Ice Guard IG50), the Japanese company Yokohama has launched the Ice Guard IG60 tire line. It comes in several sizes with 13 “to 19” rims. Experts have noticed a complicated tread pattern compared to its predecessor. It makes the behavior of a passenger car predictable when driving on a wet road or a slush of snow. Japanese tires also feel confident in deep snow. All these benefits were obtained thanks to the environmentally friendly technology Orange Oil S (using orange peel oil).

Users praise the tires for their softness, good cross-country ability, and effective drainage. The disadvantages include the rapid wear of the tread.

Advantages

• wide range of standard sizes;
• environmental friendliness;
• softness;
• good cross-country ability.

disadvantages

• the protector is quickly erased.

Hankook Tire Winter iPike LT RW09

Rating: 4.7

Several cutting-edge technologies have been incorporated into the Hankook Tire Winter iPike LT RW09. The special 3D tread pattern increases the directional stability of the car, both on wet and snowy roads. Good grip is guaranteed by the ladder arrangement of the side blocks. Four central grooves effectively drain water from the contact patch. The grooves have sharp edges for a stable position on ice. All technological innovations aimed at improving driving safety are combined in the KONTROL Technology concept.

The model takes only sixth place due to the high price and modest range of standard sizes. The rubber has earned praise from users for its quietness, excellent cross-country ability and good balancing.

Advantages

• efficient drainage of water;
• Hi-tech;
• 3D drawing;
• noiselessness.

disadvantages

• high price;
• small assortment.

Bridgestone Blizzak Revo GZ

Rating: 4.6

The Japanese Bridgestone Blizzak Revo GZ tires made a lot of noise in the automotive world. The developers have come up with a special porous rubber compound that works like a sponge. The tread absorbs water, tearing the film at the tire-to-road contact patch. In addition, the blocks are equipped with supports to prevent collapse of the adjacent sector. This arrangement reduces tire wear. Experts note the quietness of Japanese tires, excellent handling in any road conditions and good cross-country ability on snow.

The Bridgestone Blizzak Revo GZ tires were prevented from taking a higher place in the review because of their tendency to side drift on icy roads. Also, motorists note the problem of getting out of the track. But on dry snow, rubber suits all users.

Advantages

• comfort;
• resistance to aquaplaning;
• slow wear;
• excellent handling.

disadvantages

• side drift;
• difficult to get out of a rut.

Kumho I'Zen KW31

Rating: 4.5

A stable ride in winter is provided by the Korean-Chinese tires Kumho I'Zen KW31. The owners of many cars with rim diameters from 13 to 19 inches can find the right rubber. Experts included Asian tires in the review for excellent cross-country ability, good grip, and reduced fuel consumption. To reduce the noise level, the manufacturer came up with a special groove arrangement. In the manufacture of tires, only environmentally friendly raw materials are used.

Russian motorists consider the main disadvantage of Kumho I'Zen KW31 tires to be the loss of elasticity after a cold night. Therefore, a slow ride for 5-10 minutes (1-1.5 km) is required. After warming up, traction is significantly improved. Users also have complaints about the noise level.

Advantages

• low price;
• wide range of standard sizes;
• environmental friendliness;
• good road holding.

disadvantages

• warming up after cold parking is required;
• makes noise when driving.

Best Velcro for SUVs

Crossover and SUV owners often overcome severe snow obstacles. Therefore, they value good cross-country ability in winter tires. Among the friction models, experts have found several interesting models.

GOODYEAR Ultra Grip Ice SUV

Rating: 4.9

The GOODYEAR Ultra Grip Ice SUV winter tires have been developed especially for crossovers and SUVs. It has demonstrated excellent driving performance and good grip on icy or snowy road surfaces in tests. Experts praised the manufacturer for the unique composition of the rubber compound, where a special polymer is considered a chip. Thanks to him, rubber remains elastic in severe frost. A distinctive feature of the tread is the presence of a system of mutual engagement of individual blocks and sipes. This approach has improved the directional stability of the car. The model occupies the highest step of the pedestal.

Domestic users highly appreciate the cross-country ability, softness, durability and noiselessness of the tires. Some people criticize the tires for their poor grip on ice.

Advantages

• unique rubber compound;
• elasticity;
• exchange rate stability;
• high cross-country ability.

disadvantages

• floats on ice.

Nokian Tires Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV

Rating: 4.8

Winter tires from the well-known Finnish manufacturer Nokian Tires Hakkapeliitta R3 SUV are chosen by motorists who value safety and comfort on the winter road. The experts also appreciated the fuel efficiency, which is observed due to the very low rolling resistance. The new Arctic Sense Grip concept invented by Finnish engineers is designed to provide reliable grip on any road. The strengths of the rubber include smooth and quiet movement, precise and responsive control. And the second position in our review is explained only by the high price.

Russian users speak flatteringly about good grip on ice, wear resistance, directional stability and excellent cross-country ability. But not all crossover owners can afford such “winter shoes” for their iron friend.

Advantages

• comfort;
• profitability;
• wear resistance;
• noiselessness.

disadvantages

• high price.

MICHELIN Latitude X-Ice 2

Rating: 4.7

The French velcro MICHELIN Latitude X-Ice 2, with a directional tread pattern, feels great in a rut. But the main advantage of rubber, according to experts, is effective braking on ice. In this component, tires are the undisputed leader in all kinds of tests. But in a wet slush of snow, rubber does not look as convincing as on ice. Experts believe that the main reason is clogging of sipes; it is possible to clean the tread with sharp intermittent braking. The entire line demonstrates a high speed index (190-210 km / h) and a decent load index of 100 … 119. The model occupies a bronze step on the pedestal.

In the asset of French tires, users bring quietness, short braking distances, and a wide range of standard sizes. The disadvantages are the high price.

Advantages

• effective braking;
• softness;
• noiselessness;
• not afraid of the rut.

disadvantages

• high price;
• the protector is clogged.

Continental ContiVikingContact 6 SUV

Rating: 4.7

The German friction rubber Continental ContiVikingContact 6 SUV very quickly gained popularity among Russian motorists. The tires were developed for the markets of the Scandinavian countries, Russia, China and Japan. The manufacturer pays special attention to the adhesion properties of the tread. First of all, the Nordic Soft rubber compound was developed. Experts believe that thanks to the new composition, it was possible to achieve high elasticity of the tires, which remains at low temperatures. The model stopped just one step away from the top three for a high price and increased softness.

Domestic motorists refer to the advantages of rubber as noiselessness and elasticity, good balancing and confident behavior on the snow. Of the minuses, there is a weak wear resistance.

Advantages

• softness and elasticity;
• noiselessness;
• effective braking;
• exchange rate stability.

disadvantages

• high price;
• wear resistance.

Pirelli Scorpion Winter

Rating: 4.7

Italian Pirelli Scorpion Winter tires have been developed for luxury crossovers. Experts note a wide range of standard sizes with a bore diameter of 16 … 22 inches. The tires provide excellent stability and handling for SUVs and SUVs. The combination of a flexible rubber compound and a special V-shaped tread pattern ensures excellent traction. However, tires are not suitable for conquering snow-covered trails and driving on icy roads.

Russian motorists consider Italian tires an excellent option for operating crossovers in mild winters. They show good grip on dry and wet asphalt. Of the minuses, users note the high price and low traffic.

Advantages

• high elasticity;
• noiselessness;
• softness;
• stability on wet and dry roads.

disadvantages

• high price;
• low permeability.

Yokohama iceGUARD SUV G075

Rating: 4.6

The Yokohama iceGUARD SUV G075 winter tires were developed by Japanese engineers as a replacement for the popular Geolandar I / T-S model. According to experts, the manufacturer managed to improve some of the weaknesses of its predecessor. These are traction, drainage efficiency and flotation. The velcro straps are characterized by increased control accuracy due to a special tread pattern. The use of 3D design made it possible to increase the density of the sipes, now the grooves do not close under the weight of the crossover or SUV.

Users speak flatteringly about the noiselessness of the rubber, good directional stability, and a short braking distance. But the weak side is the behavior on icy surfaces with snow.

Advantages

• good grip;
• effective drainage;
• control precision;
• noiselessness.

disadvantages

• bad behavior on ice with snow porridge.

Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2

Rating: 4.5

Experts consider the friction tires Bridgestone Blizzak DM-V2 to be an example of cross-country ability in the Russian winter. The Japanese developers have fixed the mistakes made in the creation of the first two generations of VM stickies. First of all, the center line of the tread was thoroughly modified. This move made it possible to improve water disposal and the efficiency of snow removal from the contact patch. The manufacturer also reinforced the side of the tread. There is little that rubber is inferior on dry and wet surfaces to summer tires.

Car enthusiasts confirm in the reviews excellent grip on dry, wet and snowy surfaces. The tires remain soft in any weather, they swallow small irregularities in the asphalt. But it is difficult for a car to get out of a rut, and there is also a slight side drift on a slippery road.

Advantages

• patency;
• noiselessness;
• versatility;
• wear resistance.

disadvantages

• rut;
• tendency to side drift.

Hankook Tire ipike RW11

Rating: 4.4

The Korean Hankook Tire ipike RW11 Velcro has a directional tread pattern. Designed for northern regions, Hankook engineers have developed a unique rubber compound specifically for the new tires. The tires remain flexible even in severe frost. A rigid central rib is responsible for handling and directional stability; it has a special gear shape. This tread structure has a positive effect on the traction of the tires. Experts note the stepped shape of the grooves, thanks to which the self-cleaning of the tread has improved. The model closes our review.

Motorists praise Korean velcro for softness, good handling, reliable grip on rolling snow and slush. Of the minuses, rut and a thin sidewall are noted.

Advantages

• elasticity;
• good handling;
• effective self-cleaning;
• noiselessness.

disadvantages

• weak sidewall strength.

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Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.