82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
73/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
84/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Vredestein Snowtrac 5 vs Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v — 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
87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
Owner ratings
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VerdictWinner: Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v — better wet, treadwear and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 89 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
iceGUARD iG51v leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 79 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 87 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
iceGUARD iG51v leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Snowtrac 5 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
iceGUARD iG51v leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 72 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
iceGUARD iG51v leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
iceGUARD iG51v leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Snowtrac 5 | iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Vredestein Snowtrac 5 | Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 87 |
| Dry | 87 | 87 |
| Wet | 82 | 91 |
| Snow | 86 | 93 |
| Comfort | 85 | 83 |
| Noise | 72 | 79 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 88 |
| Handling | 80 | 87 |
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Headline score
82
/ 100
Tire A
87
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Vredestein Snowtrac 5 is highly regarded for its exceptional traction in winter conditions, particularly on snow and ice. Users consistently praise its wet-weather performance and low noise levels, positioning it as a reliable and cost-effective choice for various vehicle types.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and handling in deep snow and on icy surfaces
- Strong performance and stability in wet road conditions
- Low road noise levels across various surface types
- High value-for-money proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Limited long-term data regarding tread wear longevity
- Perceived as expensive by some users depending on the specific vehicle application
- Inconsistent availability compared to major market leaders
Observations
- Lightweight vehicles, such as the Smart Fortwo, benefit significantly from the tire's responsive handling and snow-clearing capabilities.
- Small commercial vehicles like the Peugeot Partner report high satisfaction regarding noise comfort and wet-weather safety.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Vredestein Snowtrac 5 | B · Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Winter Premium Touring tires | Premium Touring Winter tire |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | SUV and 4x4 |
| Tread depth | — | 13/32″ |
| Sidewall | — | Blackwall |
| Max pressure | — | 51 psi |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Vredestein
87
/ 100
Yokohama
Winner: Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v — better wet, treadwear and snow. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v scores 91 vs 82 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v scores 88 vs 80 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You drive through snowy winters
Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v scores 93 vs 86 on snow.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v scores 79 vs 72 on noise.
Tire A · Vredestein Snowtrac 5
Tire B · Yokohama iceGUARD iG51v
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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.