82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
86/100
14 professional tests
User signal (40%)
79/100
44 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Vredestein Quatrac Pro vs Vredestein Sportrac 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
101 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Quatrac Pro — better noise, dry and comfort. Pick the Vredestein Sportrac 5 if treadwear and handling 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 Pro leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 71 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 88 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 93% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 98% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | 86 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 85 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 96% | 93% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 100% | 98% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 49
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 75 | 26 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sportrac 5 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Vredestein Quatrac Pro | Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 76 |
| Dry | 83 | 78 |
| Wet | 87 | 86 |
| Snow | 67 | – |
| Comfort | 89 | 84 |
| Noise | 75 | 26 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 86 |
| Handling | 78 | 83 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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 | 93% #7/10 · 2023 SUV All Season Tyre Test | 93% #9/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -0.5 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #7/7 · 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | 98% #14/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.4 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 81% #6/7 · 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | 85% #4/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -4.8 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #3/7 · 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | 95% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.5 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 80% #6/12 · 2024 Minivan / SUV All Season Tyre Test | 74% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +5.6 | Different tests |
| Value | Other | 84% #10/15 · 2025 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | 68% #2/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +16.4 | Different tests |
| Wear | Other | 68% #10/16 · 2025 ADAC All Season Tyre Test | 83% #7/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | -14.4 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 17% #6/9 · 2023 Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test | 10% #10/47 · 2018 AutoBild Summer Tyre Overview | +6.7 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 92% #7/10 · 2024 Auto Bild SUV All Season Tyre Test | 97% #7/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | -5.1 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 92% #7/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 80% #6/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +12.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 98% #2/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 70% #9/13 · 2019 Swedish Summer Tyre Test | +28.2 | Different tests |
| Total Cost of Ownership | Total | 0% #8/10 · 2019 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 0% #3/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 96% #3/10 · 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test | 93% #8/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +3.7 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 100% #1/10 · 2023 SUV All Season Tyre Test | 98% #5/20 · 2018 Auto Bild 15 inch Summer Tyre Test | +2.3 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Vredestein Sportrac 5 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile summer tire that excels in dry and wet grip, comfort, and longevity. While the majority of users praise its balanced performance and responsiveness, a minority of enthusiasts find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to vague steering feedback and a lack of precision in performance-oriented applications.
Pros
- Excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High tread life and durability
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective braking performance
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel and lack of precision
- Increased road noise as the tire ages and rubber hardens
- Some reports of poor performance in deep standing water (aquaplaning)
- Not suitable for dedicated track or aggressive sports driving
Observations
- Drivers of small, lightweight vehicles occasionally report issues with understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- Users with heavier vehicles or those driving in high-temperature climates (e.g., Dubai, India) report impressive longevity and consistent performance over high mileage.
- Some owners of performance-oriented cars note that the tire's soft construction compromises the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Vredestein Quatrac Pro | B · Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Vredestein
76
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac Pro — better noise, dry and comfort. Pick the Vredestein Sportrac 5 if treadwear and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want a quieter cabin
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 75 vs 26 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Sportrac 5 scores 86 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 83 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 89 vs 84 on comfort.
Tire A · Vredestein Quatrac Pro
Tire B · Vredestein Sportrac 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.