Vredestein Quatrac 5 review
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.
Two scoring systems, side by side
Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.
By owner reviews
80.1%By road tests
72.5%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 38 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
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
Worth knowing
- 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.
7 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2019 Auto Bild All Season SUV tire Test · 235/55 R19
1st of 7
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 1st of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Snow Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Snow Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 6th of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 7 | |
| Noise | 6th of 7 | |
| Price | 2nd of 7 |
2019 Summer and All Season tire Test · 205/55 R16
14th of 15
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 14th of 15 | |
| Wet Handling | 12th of 15 | |
| Dry Braking | 14th of 15 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 15 | |
| Noise | 15th of 15 |
2018 Auto Bild All Season tire Test · 195/65 R15
7th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Snow Braking | 6th of 10 | |
| Snow Handling | 5th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 10th of 10 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 10 | |
| Value | 5th of 10 | |
| Price | 3rd of 10 | |
| Wear | 5th of 10 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 7th of 10 |
2018 27 All Season tire Shootout · 195/65 R15
6th of 27
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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2018 AMS All Season tire Test · 205/55 R16
6th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 1st of 9 | |
| Snow Braking | 7th of 9 | |
| Snow Handling | 7th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 7th of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 9th of 9 | |
| Noise | 5th of 9 | |
| Price | 6th of 9 |
2018 ADAC All Season tire Test · 175/65 R14
7th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
New VS 4mm VS 2mm All Season tire Performance · 185/65 R15
5th of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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What owners are saying
From Reddit, forums and review threads. Not part of the scores above.
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.
From 10 threads and comments.