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 Ultrac Vorti R — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
3 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Vredestein Quatrac Pro — better comfort and wet. Pick the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R if treadwear, handling and dry 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)
Ultrac Vorti R leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 81 | 84 |
| Tire Rack owners | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | 90 |
| Dry Braking (% of best) | 93% | 98% |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 100% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 86 | 83 |
| Tire Rack owners | 90 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 76 |
| Wet Braking (% of best) | 95% | 91% |
| Wet Handling (% of best) | 98% | 99% |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Quatrac Pro leads by 34
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | 34 |
| Tire Rack owners | 88 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 87 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Vorti R leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 75 | 77 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Vorti R leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Ultrac Vorti R leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Quatrac Pro | Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 85 |
| DriverReviews owners | 84 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Vredestein Quatrac Pro | Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 79 |
| Dry | 83 | 86 |
| Wet | 87 | 80 |
| Snow | 67 | – |
| Comfort | 89 | 55 |
| Noise | 75 | 77 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 85 |
| Handling | 78 | 85 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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 | 98% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | -5.4 | Different tests |
| Dry Handling | Dry | 100% #7/7 · 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | 100% #1/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Rolling Resistance | Efficiency | 81% #6/7 · 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | 96% #4/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | -15.2 | Different tests |
| Noise | Other | 97% #3/7 · 2025 Motor All Season Tyre Test | 99% #3/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | -1.7 | Different tests |
| Price | Other | 83% #6/10 · 2019 Auto Bild All Season Tyre Test | 70% #4/9 · 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test | +13 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/10 · 2023 SUV All Season Tyre Test | 20% #5/9 · 2021 Auto Bild UUHP Summer Tyre Test | 0 | Different tests |
| Straight Aqua | Straight | 90% #8/10 · 2025 Auto Bild Sports Car All Season Tyre Test | 90% #7/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | -0.7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Comfort | Subj | 58% #8/9 · 2023 Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test | 70% #6/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | -11.7 | Different tests |
| Subj. Dry Handling | Subj | 92% #7/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 80% #5/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | +12.3 | Different tests |
| Subj. Wet Handling | Subj | 98% #2/11 · 2024 TireRack All Season and Weather Tyre Test | 67% #6/8 · 2019 Sport Auto 20 Inch UHP Tyre Test | +31.2 | Different tests |
| Wet Braking | Wet | 95% #4/10 · 2023 SUV All Season Tyre Test | 91% #5/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | +3.9 | Different tests |
| Wet Handling | Wet | 98% #5/9 · 2023 Auto Zeitung All Season Tyre Test | 99% #2/8 · 2018 Auto Bild 20 inch UHP Tyre Test | -1.1 | 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 Ultrac Vorti R is widely regarded as a high-value performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip and road feedback, often rivaling premium competitors at a more accessible price point. While most users praise its handling characteristics and longevity, some drivers note a decline in wet-weather confidence when compared to top-tier alternatives like the Michelin Pilot Sport series.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and handling precision
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium brands
- Strong road feedback and stiff sidewall construction
- Respectable tread life for an ultra-high-performance tire
Cons
- Wet weather performance can feel less secure at high power outputs
- Noticeable loss of traction as the tread depth approaches the wear limit
- May struggle to manage torque delivery on high-horsepower front-wheel-drive vehicles
Observations
- High-horsepower front-wheel-drive vehicles (300hp+) report effective power delivery, though some users suggest premium alternatives for extreme power levels.
- Users report consistent performance across a variety of platforms, ranging from hot hatches like the Astra VXR and Leon Cupra to sports cars like the Fiat 124 Spider.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Vredestein Quatrac Pro | B · Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Vredestein
79
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Vredestein Quatrac Pro — better comfort and wet. Pick the Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R if treadwear, handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 89 vs 55 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Vredestein Quatrac Pro scores 87 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R scores 85 vs 78 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R scores 85 vs 78 on handling.
Tire A · Vredestein Quatrac Pro
Tire B · Vredestein Ultrac Vorti R
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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.