76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
68/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
19 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack vs Vredestein Quatrac 5 — Compared (September 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
4 professional tests
User signal (40%)
80/100
38 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Quatrac 5 — better treadwear, handling and snow. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if noise, comfort and wet matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 5 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 64 | 79 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 95 | – |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 92% | 85% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 84 | 80 |
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 79 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 91% | 80% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 94% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 5 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 39 | 46 |
| Tire Rack owners | 71 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 52 | 77 |
| SimpleTire owners | 83 | – |
| Snow Braking (% of best) | 79% | 94% |
| Snow Handling (% of best) | 93% | 97% |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 87 | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 85 |
| SimpleTire owners | 99 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Turanza QuietTrack leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 72 |
| SimpleTire owners | 88 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 5 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 72 | 80 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 32 | 82 |
| SimpleTire owners | 93 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Quatrac 5 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Turanza QuietTrack | Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 82 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | Vredestein Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 78 |
| Dry | 74 | 80 |
| Wet | 84 | 80 |
| Snow | 52 | 59 |
| Comfort | 90 | 85 |
| Noise | 87 | 72 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 82 |
| Handling | 74 | 82 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 100
Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Braking | Dry | 92% #7/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 85% #14/15 · 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre Test | +7.2 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 13% #8/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 100% #1/7 · 2019 Auto Bild All Season SUV Tyre Test | -87.5 | Different tests |
| Snow Braking | Snow | 79% #6/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 94% #6/10 · 2018 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | -15.3 | Different tests |
| Snow Handling | Snow | 93% #5/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 97% #4/7 · 2019 Auto Bild All Season SUV Tyre Test | -3.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 91% #6/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 80% #14/15 · 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre Test | +10.6 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #8/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 94% #12/15 · 2019 Summer and All Season Tyre Test | +3.9 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Turanza QUIETTRACK is highly regarded for its exceptional ride comfort and cabin noise reduction, making it a popular choice for daily commuters seeking a premium touring experience. However, user consensus is sharply divided regarding tread longevity and winter performance, with significant reports of premature wear and poor traction in snowy conditions.
Pros
- Industry-leading noise reduction and quiet operation
- Smooth and comfortable ride quality
- Reliable dry and wet road handling
- Strong value proposition when purchased during promotional events
Cons
- Significant underperformance in snow and winter conditions
- Inconsistent tread life, with multiple reports failing to meet the 80,000-mile warranty
- Increased road noise as the tread wears down
- Varying noise levels depending on road surface composition
Observations
- Users with low-profile tires on vehicles like the Kia Niro reported significant improvements in ride quality over OEM tires.
- Owners of older sedans, such as the 2014 Hyundai Elantra, noted that these tires effectively complemented aftermarket soundproofing efforts.
The Vredestein Quatrac 5 is widely regarded as a competent and versatile all-season tire that excels in comfort and noise reduction. While it provides reliable performance across varied climates, user experiences regarding durability and extreme winter traction are polarized, making it a strong choice for moderate climates rather than harsh, alpine conditions.
Pros
- Excellent ride comfort and low cabin noise levels
- Strong performance in wet and cold, non-frozen conditions
- Good value for money and fuel efficiency
- Consistent handling characteristics across varying temperatures
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear, with some users reporting premature edge wear
- Limited traction on deep snow or packed ice
- Reports of sidewall bulges in some instances
- Soft compound can feel less precise during spirited dry-weather driving
Observations
- Users noted that low-profile sizes can result in a harsh ride, whereas standard profiles offer superior comfort.
- Drivers of heavier vehicles or those frequently carrying heavy loads reported faster tread wear and potential for edge scrubbing.
- Owners of AWD vehicles generally reported higher satisfaction with winter traction compared to those with FWD or RWD setups.
Community buzz
What real owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of our score
Tire A
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
We haven't collected enough community discussion about this tire yet.
Tire B
Mixed
Vredestein Quatrac 5
The Vredestein Quatrac 5 receives generally positive reviews on retail and testing sites for its price and balance of capabilities, but real-world community feedback is more mixed, particularly regarding its snow performance and longevity. While some users praise them as great all-weather tires for light winter conditions and rain, others note they struggle in heavy snow compared to dedicated winter tires and may lose traction in damp conditions as they wear down.
r/MitsubishiMirage
·36 upvotes ·2025-12-27
“Vredestein Quatrac 5 Photo taken on October 17, 2025. This was during one of your first snowstorms in the Wasatch in Utah. This was at Guardsman’s Pass before it closed for the season, at 9717’ (2962 m). I’ve had the Quatrac 5 since Nay 20th, they’re really not great for considerable snow and I will be going to studded tires again in the near future. Last season I had the Hakkapeliitta 10 (175/65/14) and that was considerably more grippy. Read more”
r/Miata
·25 upvotes ·2021-12-28
“Did great in the snow. With vredestein quatrac 5's in everybody's favorite 205/50/R15s”
r/cars
·1 upvote ·2019-07-21
“A guy on YouTube vlogged his experience with the quatrac 5 in his mirage. It's a good all weather tire for the occasional blast of snow but is by no means a substitute for actual snow tires.”
r/Miata
·1 upvote ·2021-12-29
“Are these Quatrac5 new ? After 15k miles my rear wheels are struggling to put down traction on damp roads if I am not real gentle on gas pedal on first gear from stop go traffic.”
Top themes
#snow and winter performance#wet and rain handling#value and price#tread wear and longevity#tire size availability
Based on 10 community posts
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack | B · Vredestein Quatrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Premium Touring tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
| Sizes available | 29 | — |
| Rim diameters | 15″ – 19″ | — |
| Tread depth | 10/32″ | — |
| UTQG | 800 A A | — |
| Treadwear warranty | 80,000 mi | — |
| Sidewall | Blackwall | — |
| Max pressure | 44 psi | — |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Bridgestone
78
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac 5 — better treadwear, handling and snow. Pick the Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack if noise, comfort and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack scores 87 vs 72 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Quatrac 5 scores 82 vs 70 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Quatrac 5 scores 82 vs 74 on handling.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Vredestein Quatrac 5 scores 59 vs 52 on snow.
Tire A · Bridgestone Turanza QuietTrack
Tire B · Vredestein Quatrac 5
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.