Updated September 2026
Vredestein Ultrac Pro review
The Vredestein Ultrac Pro is widely regarded as a high-value, premium summer tire that successfully balances sporty handling with impressive comfort and wet-weather performance. While most users praise its competitive pricing and refinement compared to top-tier rivals, some reports of premature wear or structural issues suggest variability in durability under aggressive driving conditions.
Relative score
77/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
85/100
16 reviews
Road tests
82/100
14 published tests
Scores
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
84.8%
Would buy again
75%
Dry
Wet
Comfort
Treadwear
Handling
By source
DriverReviews92%44 reviews
Tire Rack87%10 reviews
Tyre Reviews81%6 reviews
By road tests
82.2%From owners
What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 16 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Vredestein Ultrac Pro is widely regarded as a high-value, premium summer tire that successfully balances sporty handling with impressive comfort and wet-weather performance. While most users praise its competitive pricing and refinement compared to top-tier rivals, some reports of premature wear or structural issues suggest variability in durability under aggressive driving conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional value proposition compared to premium market leaders
- High levels of comfort and low road noise
- Strong, predictable grip in both wet and dry conditions
- Aesthetically pleasing sidewall design
- Responsive handling characteristics
Cons
- Reports of tread chipping or delamination in some high-mileage scenarios
- Inconsistent rim protection coverage
- Occasional audible 'squawking' during spirited cornering
- Some users find the ride firm on vehicles with already stiff suspension
Worth knowing
- Users on heavy, high-torque EVs (Tesla, Lucid) report excellent performance, though some noted minor impacts on range.
- Owners of performance SUVs (e.g., BMW X5M) appreciate the availability of larger staggered fitments at a lower price point than OEM alternatives.
- Drivers on 20-inch wheels noted that the rim protection feature is less substantial than desired.
Test results
14 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2026 Summer SUV tire Test · 255/45 R 19
3rd of 9
Best: Rolling Resistance · 1st
Weakest: Dry Handling · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 9 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 9 | |
| Wet Circle | 7th of 9 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 1st of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 4th of 9 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 9 | |
| Gravel Handling | 4th of 9 | |
| Gravel Traction | 8th of 9 | |
| Sand Traction | 3rd of 9 | |
| Grass Traction | 8th of 9 |
2026 Autobild Sports Cars Summer tire Test · 255/35 R19
4th of 8
Best: Noise · 1st
Weakest: Wet Braking · 4th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 3rd of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 4th of 8 | |
| Noise | 1st of 8 |
2026 Autobild Summer tire Test · 245/45 R19
10th of 20
Best: Dry Handling · 3rd
Weakest: Wear · 17th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 15th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 9th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 3rd of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 15th of 20 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 5th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 10th of 20 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 4th of 20 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 20 | |
| Value | 14th of 20 | |
| Wear | 17th of 20 | |
| Abrasion | 12th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 10th of 20 |
2026 Summer Braking Super tire Test - How do 52 tires Perform in Wet and Dry Braking? · 245/45 R19
13th of 50
Best: Dry Braking · 5th
Weakest: Wet Braking · 16th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 16th of 50 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 50 |
2025 Die Reifentester UHP Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
8th of 8
Best: Rolling Resistance · 5th
Weakest: Wet Braking · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 7th of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 6th of 8 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 8th of 8 | |
| Subj. Noise | 6th of 8 |
2025 Tire Rack UUHP Summer tire Test · 275/35 R19
4th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|
2025 Autobild Sports Cars UUHP tire Test · 245/35 R20
6th of 7
Best: Noise · 1st
Weakest: Wet Braking · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Wet Circle | 6th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 3rd of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 7 | |
| Noise | 1st of 7 |
2025 Sports Cars tire Test · 245/35 R19
5th of 8
Best: Subj. Comfort · 1st
Weakest: Dry Braking · 6th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 4th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 8 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 2nd of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 1st of 8 | |
| Noise | 4th of 8 |
2025 Auto Bild Summer Performance tire Test · 225/40 R18
13th of 20
Best: Curved Aquaplaning · 3rd
Weakest: Wet Handling · 19th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 17th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 19th of 20 | |
| Wet Circle | 19th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 18th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 15th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 14th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 6th of 20 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 3rd of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 7th of 20 | |
| Noise | 12th of 20 | |
| Value | 15th of 20 | |
| Wear | 12th of 20 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 16th of 20 |
2025 AZ Summer tire Test · 225/45 R18
6th of 10
Best: Straight Aqua · 1st
Weakest: Wet Circle · 8th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 7th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 10 | |
| Wet Circle | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 8th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 8th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 10 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 7th of 10 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 10 | |
| Value | 7th of 10 | |
| Wear | 7th of 10 | |
| Abrasion | 6th of 10 | |
| Total Cost of Ownership | 7th of 10 |
2025 ADAC Summer tire Test · 225/40 R18
5th of 18
Best: Noise · 6th
Weakest: Fuel Consumption · 16th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 11th of 18 | |
| Dry Braking | 11th of 18 | |
| Straight Aqua | 8th of 18 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 7th of 18 | |
| Noise | 6th of 18 | |
| Value | 12th of 18 | |
| Wear | 13th of 18 | |
| Fuel Consumption | 16th of 18 | |
| Abrasion | 9th of 18 | |
| Wet Braking - Concrete | 6th of 18 |
2025 Summer tire Test Shootout · 225/40 R18
18th of 52
Best: Dry Braking · 17th
Weakest: Wet Braking · 19th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 19th of 52 | |
| Dry Braking | 17th of 52 |
2024 EVO Summer tire Test · 235/35 R19
5th of 7
Best: Dry Handling · 2nd
Weakest: Dry Braking · 7th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 3rd of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 6th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 2nd of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 7 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 6th of 7 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 5th of 7 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 5th of 7 | |
| Subj. Noise | 5th of 7 |
2024 Sports Car tire Test · 265/35 R19
3rd of 7
Best: Straight Aqua · 1st
Weakest: Wet Braking · 4th
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 7 | |
| Wet Circle | 4th of 7 | |
| Dry Braking | 4th of 7 | |
| Dry Handling | 4th of 7 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 3rd of 7 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 7 | |
| Noise | 1st of 7 |