82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Winter i*cept RS vs Vredestein Quatrac Pro — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
86/100
14 professional tests
User signal (40%)
79/100
44 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Hankook Winter i*cept RS and Vredestein Quatrac Pro are within 2 points overall. Hankook Winter i*cept RS is stronger on treadwear. Vredestein Quatrac Pro is stronger on wet, comfort and dry.
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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 Pro leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 81 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 87 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 88 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 68 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 81 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 65 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 89 |
| Tire Rack owners | – | 88 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 90 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 75 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Winter i*cept RS leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Winter i*cept RS | Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 78 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Winter i*cept RS | Vredestein Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 83 |
| Dry | 80 | 83 |
| Wet | 77 | 87 |
| Snow | – | 67 |
| Comfort | 82 | 89 |
| Noise | – | 75 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 78 |
| Handling | 77 | 78 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Hankook Winter i cept RS is widely regarded as a high-value winter tire that excels in snow and cold weather conditions. Users consistently praise its affordability and impressive traction, though it is noted to be less suited for high-speed motorway driving or warm, dry pavement.
Pros
- Exceptional traction and confidence in snowy conditions
- High value-for-money proposition
- Low rolling resistance contributing to improved fuel efficiency
- Durable tread life even with spirited driving
Cons
- Not optimized for high-speed motorway performance
- Soft compound feels unstable on dry, warm road surfaces
- Limited performance in non-winter conditions
Observations
- Users driving compact hatchbacks like the Alfa 147 and Fiat Grande Punto report excellent fuel economy gains compared to summer tires.
- The tire is highly recommended for rural or out-of-town commuters who encounter frequent snow rather than long-distance highway drivers.
The Vredestein Quatrac Pro is widely regarded as a high-performance all-season tire that excels in ride comfort, noise suppression, and wet-weather handling. While most users praise its ability to bridge the gap between summer-like dry performance and winter safety, opinions on its longevity and deep-snow traction are polarized.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise
- Strong wet-weather grip and hydroplaning resistance
- Predictable and confidence-inspiring dry handling
- Good performance in mild to moderate winter conditions
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life and durability reports
- Potential for flat-spotting or vibrations after sitting
- Limited traction in deep snow or on steep inclines
- Occasional reports of significant drop in fuel economy
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and AWD vehicles report high satisfaction with wet/slush performance, though some note that deep snow traction is inferior to dedicated winter tires.
- Drivers of performance-oriented vehicles (e.g., Fiesta ST, Porsche Cayenne) appreciate the steering feedback and dry handling, though some note a slight 'softness' in the shoulder during aggressive cornering.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Winter i*cept RS | B · Vredestein Quatrac Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Premium Touring Winter tire | All Season Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Hankook
83
/ 100
Vredestein
Too close to call: Hankook Winter i*cept RS and Vredestein Quatrac Pro are within 2 points overall. Hankook Winter i*cept RS is stronger on treadwear. Vredestein Quatrac Pro is stronger on wet, comfort and dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Hankook Winter i*cept RS scores 90 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 87 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 89 vs 82 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 83 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · Hankook Winter i*cept RS
Tire B · Vredestein Quatrac Pro
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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.