A confidence-inspiring all-season tourer with standout wet-road safety and strong cold-weather traction, often feeling more premium than its price suggests. Its main compromises are longer dry braking and only middling performance in heavier winter braking scenarios.
The quick answer
Owners say81%from 30 owner reviews86% would buy againRead the reviews
Strengths & weaknessesWet, IceComfort, ValueRelative to its rivals across every test we hold
Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.
The Vredestein Quatrac finishes second and is the value pick of this test, sitting close behind the winner while costing noticeably less. It is the tire for a driver who cares most about wet roads and does not spend much time braking hard from speed on dry tarmac. Rated very good, and the cheapest tire to hold that rating here.
In 225/40 R18, the Vredestein Quatrac is projected to cost €24.53 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €613 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2025 AutoBild All Season Tire Test.
Tire purchase + fittingExtra fuel vs the most efficient tirecost per 1,000 miles
Assumes a typical car doing 29 mpg (rolling resistance causing 20% of fuel use), fuel at €6.25 per gallon and €70 fitting per set of four. Purchase prices are from the time of the 2025 test; financing costs are excluded.
Rim Protection
Large
A pronounced protective rib that stands well clear of the rim and takes most kerb contact before the wheel does.
Assessed by eye on the tires we tested, in the sizes listed. No manufacturer publishes rim protection as a specification, so treat this as a guide rather than a measurement.
Across the 21 wet-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Quatrac stops 1.8% shorter than premium rivals, 5.8% shorter than mid-range rivals and 10% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews wet score of 96/100, and owners rate it 8.6/10 in the wet from 30 reviews.
How good is the Vredestein Quatrac in the dry?
Across the 21 dry-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Quatrac stops level with premium rivals, 2.4% shorter than mid-range rivals and 2.8% shorter than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews dry score of 79/100, and owners rate it 8.2/10 in the dry from 30 reviews.
How good is the Vredestein Quatrac in the snow?
Across the 16 snow-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Quatrac stops 0.2% longer than premium rivals, 1.5% shorter than mid-range rivals and 19.5% shorter than budget rivals. Across the 14 snow-traction tests, it is 0.1% better than premium rivals, 5.6% better than mid-range rivals and 19.2% better than budget rivals. It has a Tire Reviews snow score of 66/100, and owners rate it 8.3/10 in the snow from 30 reviews.
How good is the Vredestein Quatrac on ice?
Across the 3 ice-braking tests it has featured in, the Vredestein Quatrac stops 4.5% longer than premium rivals, 3.6% longer than mid-range rivals and 1.3% longer than budget rivals. Across the 1 ice-traction test, it is 1.3% worse than premium rivals and 0.6% worse than mid-range rivals. It has a Tire Reviews ice score of 93/100, and owners rate it 7.2/10 on ice from 30 reviews.
How fuel efficient is the Vredestein Quatrac?
Across the 13 tests measuring rolling resistance, the Vredestein Quatrac's rolling resistance is 2.7% higher than premium rivals, 0.5% lower than mid-range rivals and 1.9% lower than budget rivals.
More questions about the Vredestein Quatrac(13)
How many miles does the Vredestein Quatrac last?
Based on test and owner data, the Vredestein Quatrac is expected to last around 32,494 miles (52,294 km).
What do owners say about the Vredestein Quatrac?
Across 30 owner ratings the Vredestein Quatrac averages 81%. Owners rate Wear highest at 8.7 out of 10 and Ice Grip lowest at 7.2. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 86% of owners score it 70% or better.
How much does the Vredestein Quatrac cost to run?
In 225/40 R18, the Vredestein Quatrac is projected to cost €24.53 per 1,000 miles to buy and run - about €613 over 25,000 miles - based on the price, wear and rolling resistance measured in the 2025 AutoBild All Season Tire Test. The cheapest to run in that test is the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3, at €21.83.
What is the Vredestein Quatrac's EU tire label rating?
Across its range, the Vredestein Quatrac most commonly carries EU label ratings of C for fuel efficiency, B for wet grip and 70 dB for noise.
How comfortable and quiet are the Vredestein Quatrac?
Owners rate the Vredestein Quatrac 7.9 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 28 reviews.
How well do the Vredestein Quatrac wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Vredestein Quatrac 8.7 out of 10 for wear across 28 reviews. 8 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 5,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Vredestein Quatrac again?
86% of owners say they would buy the Vredestein Quatrac again, based on the 29 owner reviews that answered the question. 66% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Vredestein Quatrac's wet grip?
Of the 29 owner reviews analyzed for the Vredestein Quatrac, 14 mention wet grip: 12 praise it (confident wet grip) and 2 criticise it (weak wet grip). One owner wrote: "Way above average: wet and dry grip". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Vredestein Quatrac's snow traction?
Of the 29 owner reviews analyzed for the Vredestein Quatrac, 12 mention snow traction: 12 praise it (strong snow traction) and 0 criticise it (weak snow traction). One owner wrote: "I can floor the car in any conditions, dry wet and snow". Read those reviews
What do owners say about the Vredestein Quatrac's dry handling?
Of the 29 owner reviews analyzed for the Vredestein Quatrac, 11 mention dry handling: 8 praise it (sharp dry handling) and 3 criticise it (vague dry handling). One owner wrote: "Handling is better than Continental Eco 5.(rain and dry)". Read those reviews
Does the Vredestein Quatrac have a rim protector?
Yes. Rim protection on the Vredestein Quatrac is large, measured in 225/40 R18. No manufacturer publishes rim protection as a specification; this is assessed by eye when the tires are mounted for our own testing. The BEST All Season Tires For 2026/27
What does the Vredestein Quatrac replace?
The Vredestein Quatrac is the successor to the Vredestein Quatrac 5 in Vredestein's range.
What sizes does the Vredestein Quatrac come in?
The Vredestein Quatrac is available in 106 sizes, ranging from 145-245/40-70 R15-18.
Hi, looking at the Vredestein Quatrac in 195/65 R15, would these be suitable for a classic car with tubes? Show moreHi, looking at the Vredestein Quatrac in 195/65 R15, would these be suitable for a classic car with tubes?
I have spoked wire wheels, so need to use tubes, but do less than 2k miles/yr but in all conditions.
Also, what speed rating would you recommend? i assume it effects side wall stiffness, my car only weighs 1043kg
Kind regards,
Mr Collins Show less
November 30, 2021
Officially, I'd say no as tubeless tires are not meant for tubes due to friction. However, I have heard of people running similar tires with tubes on rally events etc.
Hi, I'm interested the vredestein quatrac tire but when I'm searching for these tires to buy I can only find either 'pro' or '5' written at the end. Show moreHi, I'm interested the vredestein quatrac tire but when I'm searching for these tires to buy I can only find either 'pro' or '5' written at the end. This review doesn't state which these are?
Also I'm after 225/45r18 and 245/40 r18 size, does this tire exist in these sizes? Show less
November 26, 2020
The 'Quatrac' is a new tire which replaces the Quatrac 5. Vredestein will be releasing new sizes of the Quatrac all the time so hopefully they'll release a tire in your size soon.
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.
What owners mention most counted across 29 reviews
Tap one to read only the reviews that mention it.
Owner ratings averaged from 30 ratings
Owner score81%
Wear87%
Wet Grip86%
Snow Grip83%
Dry Grip82%
Handling81%
Comfort79%
Road Feedback72%
Ice Grip72%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 91%
“Exceptional tire I mounted these on Dacia Duster 4x4 and grip is unlimited, I can floor the car in any conditions, dry wet and snow. Vredestein always gives very good feedback and steering feel while also being...”
“On the positive side the tire is very comfortable but unfortunately there is absolutely a lack of grip in both dry and wet conditions ! This black circle called a tire is an absolute nightmare and waste of money! In my...”
“Finally 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...”
Finally 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.
Initial Impressions77% 7 miles
They grip surprisingly well for an all season tire in the dry and snow. I have these mounted on a 8th generation Honda civic sedan with the r18 engine and these tires have me absolutely glued to the ground. I replaced my old Goodyear eagle "all season" tire which had the snow performance of a summer tire in the snow and didn't even preform well in wet or dry. But back to the vredestein, I once was screwing around (dry, 65°f) taking a highway exchang ramp a bit too fast, I hit one rather sharp bend at probably 55+mph and didn't break traction for a second, no tire squeal or anything. Another time (30°f, snow) I had to go to work before the roads were plowed (about 4" of snow on the ground). I got geared up and headed out. The tires gripped very well. I would hit understeer going up steep hills that had thick slush underneath but I was able to pass an SUV barely going 8mph and once I got close to my work I was having an easier time than some 4wd trucks. And for the wet, what used to happen to me in my Goodyear's was that I would be at a stop and have a narrow opportunity to go so I would gun it, but my tires would peel out and I'd be stuck in the middle of the damn intersection going maybe 10mph. I almost got T boned from that once lol. Once I got the vredestein I tried to replicate this. For the first few weeks everytime it rained I would gun it from stops trying to break traction with no luck. Eventually I got frustrated and lined my front tires up on a freshly painted soaking wet stop line and slammed the gas pedal. I was able to get a "squeak" on the paint but once I was on pavement I launched right off. Overall, for me these tires are perfect, everything I want without being too expensive. I paid about $750 USD for these to be mounted and balanced which is about what I expected.
I have been using Vredestein Quatracs for 4 years now. They have done 60,000 km so far (mostly commuting and school runs, but also several longer trips). The tires still have plenty od tread (4-5 mm). During this winter they will reach the winter indicators and they will definitely last through the next summer, so it will be more than 4.5 years and approximately 70,000 km.
They are very good, quiet, very grippy in the wet and fine even in the occasional snow. I would definitely recommend them. It is difficult to comment on handling or road feedback, as the car is really not handling-focused and the tire sidewall is huge. On the other hand the comfort is very nice. The only negligible drawback is that the tread blocks like to tear a little more then ussual and I don't drive in any off-road conditions at all. It does not seem to have any adverse effect on the performance though. In comparison to other cars in the family I have seem similar problem on Pirelli Cinturato SF3. The Bridgestone Turanza 6 AS and Toyo Celsius AS2 seem to be more resistant to this.
Overall I have been very satifsied and I can recommend them.
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I purchased a full set Nov 24 so I've driven with them for a full year and am very happy with their performance. I've used them in snow on a few occasions and provide better grip than the Bridgestone A005's that they replaced. Saying that, both tires are way superior to the factory fitted summer Bridgestone's which were hopeless in snow and ice. I much prefer the Vredesteins for winter than the A005's but I think for the A005's provided better handling for normal conditions. I would definitely buy them again but may try Bridgestone Turanza when I need to replace.
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I am very satisfied with these tires. After 3.5 years and 55000 km they still hold on strong. Grip is very balanced in all conditions. (The car had Goodyear Vector gen 2 on it when I bought it. They were almost dangerous in wet at 4 years/50000 kms.)
I was planning to replace the Quatracs this autumn, but they still have 6 mm tread left. Thought I'd give them a chance. Now winter is starting and it still has quite decent grip on cold roads. Yestersay it was snowing and there was no drama in the slush. I can feel the weaker wet grip on painted road surfaces. There you can break traction in first gear very easily. So probably this is their last winter and I will replace them next autumn.
Dry rot is minimal, but micro cracks on the tread are visible if you watch closely. Sidewalls still look perfect. I think it is normal at this age.
These tires were very silent when new. Now they have a little noise on highway, but still not bad. Wind and engine noise are still dominating at speed.
Comfort wise they transfer quite a lot of vibration on cobble stones, but I can't compare it to other tires on the same car.
Road feedback is far from a good summer tire but that is expexted. These tires are not made for spirited driving.
I will probably buy the same tires next year if Vredestein does not some out with a new one. They have proven to me that one tire can do it all.
I have used Quatrac for 4 years now and after 57000 km they still have 5 mm of tread depth. They will definitely survive the upcoming winter and the next summer. So far, I have been very satisfied with the tires, they seem to handle all conditions pretty well. I have not driven them in very snowy conditions as we do not get a lot of snow in Central Europe anymore. Surprisingly, it has won the 2025 Autobild SUV test and scored good in Autobild car test even though it is not the newest tire anymore. I would definitely recommend Quatrac and it will definitely be a hot candidate next Autumn when I will be shopping for the next set of tires for the car.
On the positive side the tire is very comfortable but unfortunately there is absolutely a lack of grip in both dry and wet conditions ! This black circle called a tire is an absolute nightmare and waste of money! In my 35 years of driving I have never had such a really bad tire !!! I won't be spending no more money on Vredestein tires !
Driven for almost 1000 km on an Opel Karl. In this particular size and on this particular car they are noisy as hell between 40 and 60 km/h. It's almost as if you're on some kind of coarse 4x4 or agricultural vehicle. Other than that they are fine. In a road vehicle on regular roads I wasn't in any emergency which basically is the only time when you're going to notice the small differences there are between tires nowadays.
I found that the tires performed very well, although recent winters have been devoid of snow, so it so it is difficult to give the full picture, Wear is a different issue. The last two tires fitted have not lasted well. The the first (tire dated 2020) is the recipient of an MOT advisory note due to cracking around the tire edge the second, which was made in by Vredestein in 2023, still has 6mm of tread depth and is going the same way! So between 2 and 5 years life is not acceptable.
Exceptional tire I mounted these on Dacia Duster 4x4 and grip is unlimited, I can floor the car in any conditions, dry wet and snow.
Vredestein always gives very good feedback and steering feel while also being comfortable, these are more comfortable and less sporty than the Quatrac PRO.
It's much cheaper than Michelin for example but quality is not far off and when you consider these tires last for 60-80tkm they're the best value possible because quality is great and price is good. After 15tkm the tread is like new so they'll last over 50tkm for sure (my Quatrac Pro on Audi A3 lasted almost 80tkm which is insane)
Would recommend without any doubt if you can get them cheaper than some Conti or Bridgestone (for negligible price difference these two still give slightly better performance)
This is the mid-life review after 35000km. The tread depth is surprisigly even - 6.5mm front/driven wheels and 6.7mm rear wheels. At this wear rate it seems the tires will survive past 70000km until they are worn to 4mm depth. Tires are still quiet, comfortable and confidence inspiring in majority of conditions. The driven wheels have some smaller chunks of tread blocks teared and block edges rounded. Non-driven look surprisingly good with sharp block edeges. I have just switched fron-to-rear to even out the tires life. The car is Opel Mokka B - daily driver - schools runs, to/from work, errands and occasional long trips. Approximately 70% city and suburbs driving and 30% motorway and the car is rarely fully loaded.
So, i have those tires installed on my GLC350. The rims came with 2 new all season tires and i have purchased additional 2. When i saw the texture of the rubber i thought that those tires will not be good for snow especially that the rims are big and car is very heavy,.over 2tones. My experience so far, tested on dry, wet and snow. On dry and wet the car handles wery well even at high speeds and surprisingly tires are silent. Tested them on the snow recently Poland and Slowakia. No issue to navigate trough snow 5-10 cm on road not a single time anti slippery system came on. One minus ive noticed, turning may be a little bit more tricky but holds well if you turn at low speed. Exiting from a parking lot full of snow without an issue ( 4x4 helps also) I do recommend those tires i believe they are a very good compromise. Are dedicated winter tires better, from top companies( Continental Pirelli Good Year) absolutely, are dedicated medium class winter tires better ( Fulda, Hankok) is questionable. When both me and my mechanik saw the steucture of tire we were sure it will not perform well in winter but it seems our impression was wrong.
I am pleasently surprised by these tires. Untill now I drove the tires only during autumn, winter and spring time. I haven't experienced the tires on any hot summer days, so maybe in the future I will give an update. I live in the Netherlands where it rains a lot. The tires behave really good in the wet. Especially in the cold wet days. I love to drive them. In the dry the tires are really good but they excell more in the wet.
A week ago I drove in the snow and cold conditions in Germany. In the hills in Sauerland I was astonished by the tires. While the snow slowy but steadily started to form a blanket on the road, the tires kept there grip and the safe and secure feeling. They brought my wife and me safe to the hotel while there was probably already 10 cm snow. The following days it was still freezing but the tires did a great job. No unpleasant surprises or anything else. I am really glad I bought these tires.
Honestly I haven't kept an eye on the fuel usage. But I didn't notice any big differences between the Quatracs and the summer tires. I guess it's okay.
There doesn't seem to be any wear. The profile still looks like new.
Conclusion: I highly recommend the Quatracs. They are great in the wet. Steady performance in the dry and safe and secure in the snow. Big shoutout to Tirereviews because the reason I bought them was due to their All season tire test.
