Vredestein Ultrac Satin review
The Vredestein Ultrac Satin is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented tire that excels in ride quality, noise reduction, and wet-weather performance. While most users report a transformative improvement in comfort and stability compared to factory-fitted premium brands, some enthusiasts note that the sidewall construction is softer, which can lead to a less precise feel during aggressive cornering.
Owners rate it 11.7 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
87%By road tests
75.3%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 45 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Vredestein Ultrac Satin is widely regarded as a high-value, comfort-oriented tire that excels in ride quality, noise reduction, and wet-weather performance. While most users report a transformative improvement in comfort and stability compared to factory-fitted premium brands, some enthusiasts note that the sidewall construction is softer, which can lead to a less precise feel during aggressive cornering.
Pros
- Exceptional ride comfort and low road noise levels
- Strong wet-weather grip and resistance to aquaplaning
- High value-for-money proposition compared to top-tier premium brands
- Noticeable improvement in fuel efficiency for some users
- Predictable and stable handling for daily driving
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can cause a 'wobbly' or 'sway' feeling during hard cornering
- Lack of sharp steering feedback compared to dedicated performance tires
- Inconsistent tread life reports, with some users noting rapid wear
- Occasional reports of traction loss under high-torque acceleration
Worth knowing
- Users with larger, heavier vehicles (e.g., Volvo S60, Audi A6) frequently praise the tire for its ability to improve ride quality and reduce cabin noise.
- Drivers of performance-oriented hatchbacks (e.g., Focus ST, Fabia VRS) report that the tire handles power well for daily use but may lack the rigidity required for track-day or extreme cornering demands.
- Proper inflation pressure is critical; some users noted that running lower pressures makes the soft sidewalls feel unstable on uneven road surfaces.
7 published test appearances
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
2021 Tyre Reviews SUV tire Test · 235/55 R18
7th of 9
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Handling | 5th of 9 | |
| Dry Handling | 6th of 9 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 9 | |
| Straight Aqua | 2nd of 9 | |
| Curved Aquaplaning | 1st of 9 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 8th of 9 | |
| Noise | 3rd of 9 |
2020 New 17 Inch Summer tire Test · 225/45 R17
9th of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 10th of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 10th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 8th of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 7th of 10 |
2020 ViBilagare SUV tire Test · 225/60 R18
5th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Wet Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 6th of 8 | |
| Dry Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 5th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 4th of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 8 | |
| Subj. Noise | 2nd of 8 |
2020 Gute Fahrt SUV Summer tire Test · 215/50 R18
6th of 8
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 8 | |
| Wet Circle | 2nd of 8 | |
| Dry Braking | 7th of 8 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 4th of 8 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 8 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 5th of 8 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 2nd of 8 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 7th of 8 | |
| Subj. Noise | 1st of 8 |
2020 SUV 4x4 Summer tire Test · 255/55 R18
3rd of 10
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Wet Handling | 3rd of 10 | |
| Dry Braking | 5th of 10 | |
| Dry Handling | 7th of 10 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 2nd of 10 | |
| Straight Aqua | 5th of 10 | |
| Noise | 4th of 10 | |
| Price | 5th of 10 | |
| Gravel Handling | 2nd of 10 | |
| Gravel Traction | 10th of 10 | |
| Sand Traction | 6th of 10 | |
| Grass Traction | 2nd of 10 | |
| Mud Traction | 4th of 10 |
2020 Auto Zeitung Summer tire Test · 225/50 R17
6th of 20
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 8th of 20 | |
| Wet Handling | 7th of 20 | |
| Dry Braking | 20th of 20 | |
| Dry Handling | 14th of 20 | |
| Rolling Resistance | 9th of 20 | |
| Straight Aqua | 1st of 20 | |
| Subj. Dry Handling | 14th of 20 | |
| Subj. Comfort | 3rd of 20 | |
| Subj. Wet Handling | 7th of 20 | |
| Noise | 2nd of 20 | |
| Price | 11th of 20 |
2018 Ace 235/45 R18 Summer tire Test · 235/45 R18
11th of 11
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
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