Kleber Quadraxer 3 vs Vredestein Quatrac
- TR Score
- 9.4/10
- Owners say
- 86% · 32
- TR Score
- 9.5/10
- Owners say
- 81% · 30
In the 11 independent tests that ran both tires, the Vredestein Quatrac finished ahead 10 times and the Quadraxer 3 once. The Quadraxer 3 stopped 4.1% shorter in the dry; the Quatrac stopped 5.9% shorter in the wet.
Data updated
Which should you buy?
Choose Vredestein Quatrac for rain-heavy or mixed climates and confident year-round safety; choose Kleber Quadraxer 3 for frequent snow/cold use, shorter dry stops, and stronger value/efficiency over the long term.
Where the Quadraxer 3 is stronger
- Class-leading dry braking across tests (wins 10/10 dry braking comparisons)
- Strong winter capability: superior snow traction/handling in most tests
- Often lower rolling resistance and abrasion, with solid wear performance
Where the Quatrac is stronger
- Outstanding wet safety: shortest wet braking in 9/10 and best wet handling
- Balanced, predictable handling with strong aquaplaning resistance
- Consistently high overall rankings and test wins (9 of 10 shared tests)
The bullet points are analysis of the shared tests and of owner reviews; the measured wins in each discipline are in the tables below. Where the two disagree, the figures are right.
Quadraxer 3 vs Quatrac at a glance
| Category | Quadraxer 3 | Gap | Quatrac |
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| Shared tests won11 shared tests | 1 | 10 | |
| Dry21 measurements | 13 | The Quadraxer 3 stopped 4.1% shorter in the dry (11 tests) | 8 |
| Wet39 measurements | 9 | The Quatrac stopped 5.9% shorter in the wet (11 tests) | 30 |
| Snow29 measurements | 20 | The Quadraxer 3 stopped 1.1% shorter on snow (7 tests) | 5 |
| Comfort11 measurements | 5 | Level between the two. | 5 |
| Value17 measurements | 13 | The Quadraxer 3 had 3.2% lower rolling resistance (7 tests) | 4 |
| Tire Reviews Scoreevery test and review we hold | 9.4/10 | The Quatrac by 0.1 | 9.5/10 |
| Owner rating32 and 30 reviews | 86% | The Quadraxer 3 by 5 points | 81% |
| Would buy againshare of owners | 90% | The Quadraxer 3 by 4 points | 86% |
| Pricein the 7 tests that listed prices | Level | Level | |
| Sizes madeEU label registrations | 72 | 31 sizes made in both | 39 |
Wins count every measurement the shared tests recorded for both tires; a tick marks the tire ahead on that line. Subjective driver scores count as wins but are never averaged, because each test uses its own scale.
Head to head in 11 tests, 2022 to 2026
Each row is one published test in which both tires ran on the same car, in the same size, on the same day. The line is the whole field, winner on the left.
| Test | Quadraxer 3 | Field | Quatrac |
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| 2026 AMS All Season Tire Test - 195/55 R16 | P8 of 9 | P2 of 9 | |
| 2025 Autobild SUV All Season Tire Test | P8 of 11 | P1 of 11 | |
| 2025 AutoBild All Season Tire Test | P9 of 15 | P4 of 15 | |
| 2025 All Season 30 Tire Braking Test | P8 of 30 | P2 of 30 | |
| 2024 AutoBild All Season Tire Test | P7 of 15 | P1 of 15 | |
| 2024 All Season Tire Market Overview | P7 of 37 | P5 of 37 | |
| 2023 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test | P7 of 16 | P4 of 16 | |
| 2023 All Season Tire 35 Set Shootout | P8 of 35 | P4 of 35 | |
| 2023 Tire Reviews All Season Tire Test | P4 of 10 | P5 of 10 | |
| 2022 Auto Bild All Season Tire Test | P4 of 15 | P2 of 15 | |
| 2022 All Season Tire Market Overview | P4 of 35 | P2 of 35 |
Performance profile
21 measurements from the 11 shared tests, each tire shown as its share of the better figure in every test.
Where each is furthest ahead
Quadraxer 3
Quatrac
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
In each test the better of the two figures counts as 100% and the other as its share of it, so a 118 ft stop against 112 ft is 95%; each spoke averages the shared tests that recorded it. The scale stops at 92%: a point further in sits on the hub's edge, hollow. 8 measurements recorded in only one shared test are left off; every measurement is in the table further down.
Where each scores higher
Quadraxer 3
Quatrac
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
Where owners rate each higher
Quadraxer 3
Quatrac
Point at or tap any spoke for both tires' figures.
Owners rate the Quadraxer 3 86% from 32 reviews and the Quatrac 81% from 30. Each spoke is one question owners answer out of 10; reviews are vetted by hand before publication.
Every measurement, side by side
Averages of the figures both tires posted in the same tests. The gap is the average of each test's own gap, so figures from different cars and years are never mixed. Open a discipline for its measurements, and a measurement for every test's figure.
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| 128 | 4.1% | 134 | 11-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 76.6 | 0.5% | 76.25 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 60.2 | 0.5% | 60.5 | 2-4 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 160 | 5.9% | 150 | 1-10 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 60.39 | 2% | 59.19 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 46.2 | 6.1% | 49 | 0-6 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 17 | 1.7% | 17.2 | 0-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 13.08 | 3.2% | 12.67 | 0-5 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 50.2 | 1% | 49.6 | 5-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 10.1 | 2% | 10.3 | 3-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 81 | 1.1% | 82 | 3-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.71 | 3.5% | 5.92 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 533 | 2.6% | 518 | 5-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 84.22 | 2.4% | 86.29 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 42.8 | 1.1% | 42.3 | 5-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 12.2 | 2.5% | 11.9 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 13.2 | 2% | 12.9 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 72.13 | 0.4 dB | 71.75 | 3-3 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 8,787 | 0.9% | 8,660 | 1-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 30,490 | 3.5% | 29,574 | 3-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 7.75 | 3.2% | 8.02 | 5-2 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 5.31 | 1.9% | 5.42 | 2-1 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 15.3 | 12.1% | 17.4 | 1-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| 724 | 24.8% | 990 | 2-0 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Braking distances and lap times are better when lower; speeds, wear and grip figures when higher. A test's figures are its own: sizes, cars, surfaces and temperatures differ from one to the next, which is why the averages here are only ever of tests the two tires shared. "Scored" rows are subjective driver ratings: each test uses its own scale, so only the wins are counted.
Scores beyond the shared tests
On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Quadraxer 3 scores 9.4 and the Quatrac 9.5 out of 10.
| Quadraxer 3 | Category | Quatrac | ||
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| 82 | Dry | 79 | ||
| 68 | Wet | 96 | ||
| 79 | Comfort | 59 | ||
| 66 | Value | 55 | ||
| 87 | Snow | 66 | ||
| - | Ice | 93 | ||
Category scores are percentiles among tires of the same season and class: 90 means this tire out-performs 90% of them, measured across every test we hold, not only the ones it appeared in.
What owners say
| Quadraxer 3 | Category | Quatrac | ||
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| 8.6 | Dry Grip | 8.2 | ||
| 8.3 | Wet Grip | 8.6 | ||
| 8.4 | Road Feedback | 7.2 | ||
| 7.7 | Handling | 8.1 | ||
| 8.7 | Wear | 8.7 | ||
| 9.1 | Comfort | 7.9 | ||
| 8.5 | Snow Grip | 8.3 | ||
| 8.1 | Ice Grip | 7.2 | ||
Owners rate the Quadraxer 3 86% from 32 reviews and the Quatrac 81% from 30. Reviews are vetted by hand before publication; ownership is not verified.
Kleber Quadraxer 3
- 86%from 32 reviews
- 90%would buy again
- 424,943 milesdriven by reviewers
Owners rate the Kleber Quadraxer 3 highly overall (85% average, with no outright negative reviews), most often praising its low road noise and cushioned, comfortable ride. Winter ability is a standout too, with many reporting strong traction in snow and dependable cold-weather grip, backed up by generally secure wet and dry grip. The main drawback is that a smaller but noticeable group mention the tire getting noisier or losing performance as it wears, and a few also note a slight hit to fuel economy.
- Quiet on the road for an all-season tire
- Strong snow traction and winter confidence
- Comfortable, compliant ride
- Reassuring wet grip
- Can lose grip or feel less consistent as it wears
- Slightly higher rolling resistance / fuel use
- Road noise can be an issue for some (especially at certain speeds)
Summarised by AI from 28 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 32 Quadraxer 3 reviews5 years on the Citroen C8, they held up good, with no remarks on ride quality or wear. Easily comparable to vector 4 season or crossclimate.
Vredestein Quatrac
- 81%from 30 reviews
- 86%would buy again
- 345,646 milesdriven by reviewers
Drivers report the Vredestein Quatrac is a strong all-season tire, most often praised for excellent wet-road grip and confident performance in cold conditions, including light-to-moderate snow and ice. Many reviewers highlight strong longevity (often projecting 60-80k km) along with good comfort and generally low noise, making it a solid value alternative to pricier rivals. A minority note higher cabin noise on certain vehicles and slightly less sharp/softer dry handling (especially in hotter temperatures) compared with more summer-focused tires.
- Excellent wet grip and confident wet braking
- Strong cold-weather performance (snow/ice capable for an all-season)
- Good longevity/treadwear and even wear reported by many
- Comfortable ride quality
- Can be noisier for some vehicles/sizes (noted by a minority)
- Dry handling/steering feel not as sporty or can feel softer in heat versus summer-oriented tires
Summarised by AI from 28 vetted reviews; the reviews themselves are on the tire page.
All 30 Quatrac reviewsFinally retired these at 55k miles. They were real good over all. Average: price and comfort. Above average: off road, snow and ice grip. Way above average: wet and dry grip. The wear was good too, if my alignment didn't go out I could've gotten about 62k out of these.
These tires went through hell and back. I took my car off road several times with these, they went through several snow storms including a couple blizzards. They never once let me down. I once got mired about 4" deep in muddy sand and was able to get out (fwd civic).
I ended up buying a new set of these. Very satisfied overall, I doubt there's another tire that has such good performance across the board without being costly. My new set was around mid $700s in total including mount, balance and disposal.
Sizes, EU label and lineage
From the EU label registrations for each tire: 72 sizes of the Quadraxer 3 and 39 of the Quatrac, 31 of them made in both.
| Category | Quadraxer 3 | Quatrac |
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| Season | All Season | All Season |
| Sizes made | 72 sizes, 14 to 20 inch | 39 sizes, 15 to 18 inch |
| Made in both | 31 sizes 165/60 R15165/65 R15175/55 R15175/65 R15185/55 R15185/60 R15185/65 R15195/50 R15195/55 R15195/60 R15195/65 R15205/60 R15and 19 more | |
| EU label wet grip | B100% | B100% |
| EU label rolling resistance | C67%D26%B7% | C69%D19%B8%A2%E2% |
| EU label noise | 69-71 dB A74%B26% | 70-72 dB B100% |
| Severe snow (3PMSF) sizes | 121 of 121 | 106 of 106 |
| On the market since | 2022 | 2020 |
| Replaced | Kleber Quadraxer 2 (2016) | Vredestein Quatrac 5 (2014) |
| Price in the shared tests | Within 1% of each other on average across the 7 tests that listed prices. Each test priced the tires in its own market at the time; only the gap is comparable. | |
Label grades are shown as the share of registered sizes carrying each grade, so "B (88%), C (12%)" means most sizes are B. Grades vary by size; check the label for yours.
Reading the results
Written from the test results and owner reviews above. It is analysis, not a measurement: where it and the tables disagree, the tables are right.
This head-to-head puts the Kleber Quadraxer 3-a value-focused Michelin sub-brand-against the premium-leaning Vredestein Quatrac. Across 10 shared tests from 2022-2025, the Quatrac consistently finishes higher overall (9 test wins vs. 1), driven largely by standout wet performance and balanced manners. The Kleber counters with excellent dry braking, strong snow capability, and often lower rolling resistance and abrasion.
The pattern is clear: Vredestein dominates wet braking and wet handling by meaningful margins (often 5-11%), while Kleber repeatedly stops shorter in the dry and shines on snow with superior traction and handling. Comfort/noise and efficiency trade blows depending on test, but Kleber frequently leads on rolling resistance and wear. Your ideal choice hinges on whether your priority is rain-safe confidence year-round or winter-leaning security and value.
Conclusion
For most drivers, the Vredestein Quatrac is the safer all-rounder. It wins the majority of tests, delivers the shortest wet braking distances (e.g., 58 m vs. 65.1 m in the 2025 Autobild SUV test), stronger wet handling and aquaplaning resistance, and remains composed and comfortable. Those gains are practically significant in real-world rain and mixed climates.
The Kleber Quadraxer 3 is the snow-biased alternative with consistently shorter dry stops and excellent snow traction/handling (regularly ahead on snow metrics) plus a value tilt: lower rolling resistance in many tests, lower abrasion, and often better wear. If you face frequent snow/ice and value cost-per-km, the Kleber is compelling; if your roads are often wet and you want the broadest safety net, choose the Vredestein. The memorable takeaway: snow king vs. wet master-pick by your weather, not just the badge.
Quadraxer 3 vs Quatrac: your questions
Is the Kleber Quadraxer 3 or the Vredestein Quatrac the better tire?
In the 11 independent tests that ran both tires, the Vredestein Quatrac finished ahead 10 times and the Quadraxer 3 once. On the Tire Reviews Score, which weighs every test and review we hold, the Quadraxer 3 scores 9.4 and the Quatrac 9.5 out of 10.
Which is better in the wet, the Quadraxer 3 or the Quatrac?
The Quatrac led 30 of the 39 wet measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 5.9% shorter in the wet across 11 tests.
Which is better in the dry?
The Quadraxer 3 led 13 of the 21 dry measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 4.1% shorter in the dry across 11 tests.
Which is better in snow?
The Quadraxer 3 led 20 of the 29 snow measurements the shared tests recorded. On average it stopped 1.1% shorter on snow across 7 tests.
Which lasts longer and costs less to run?
The Quadraxer 3 lasted 3.5% longer in the wear tests (4 tests), had 3.2% lower rolling resistance (7 tests) and used 1.9% less fuel (3 tests). Owners rate wear 8.7/10 for the Quadraxer 3 and 8.7/10 for the Quatrac.
Which is quieter and more comfortable?
Owners rate comfort 9.1/10 for the Quadraxer 3 and 7.9/10 for the Quatrac.
What do owners say?
Owners rate the Quadraxer 3 86% from 32 reviews and the Quatrac 81% from 30. 90% of Quadraxer 3 owners would buy it again, against 86% for the Quatrac.
Which is more expensive?
In the 7 tests that listed prices, the two were priced within 1% of each other on average.
Are they available in the same sizes?
The Quadraxer 3 is made in 72 sizes (14 to 20 inch) and the Quatrac in 39 (15 to 18 inch). 31 sizes are available in both. On the EU label the Quadraxer 3 is graded B for wet grip and C for rolling resistance in most sizes; the Quatrac B and C.
Which is the newer tire?
The Quadraxer 3 is the newer design: it reached the market in 2022, the Quatrac in 2020. The Quadraxer 3 replaced the Kleber Quadraxer 2. The Quatrac replaced the Vredestein Quatrac 5.
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Where this data comes from
Finishing positions and measurements are transcribed from each published test. A test only counts here when both tires ran in it, so every figure was recorded on the same car, size and day as the one it is compared to.
About the TR Score
The Tire Reviews Score rates each tire out of 10 from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold, so two tires can be compared even before a test has run them together.
Who does the testing
Every test published as a Tire Reviews test is run by Jonathan Benson, who has been testing tires independently since 2007.
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