Tyre Reviews All-season tire test 235/35 R19 2024

To make the 2024/25 tire test even more valuable, we included not only six ultra-high-performance winter tires in the size 235/35 R19, but also one reference summer tire. Thanks to this, we were able to prepare a uniform test that allows a direct comparison of all-season, summer and winter tires in a variety of conditions. The test showed how the best all-season tires perform compared to the top summer and winter tire models on snow, ice, wet and dry roads. The results provide interesting insights for every driver looking for the ideal tire for the whole year.

In the snow test, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 performed best, as expected, acting almost like a full-fledged winter tire. Pirelli and Continental also performed very well, with the Pirelli offering a greater “fun factor” but slightly lagging behind in snow braking. The surprise was the cheaper model ( budget tire ), which performed solidly in snow – it responded more slowly, but provided good traction.

In contrast, Bridgestone and Vredestein came in at the bottom of the premium brands. Both tires lacked a sharper response, with the Vredestein feeling extremely soft, causing delayed steering responses. However, all the all-season tires tested performed noticeably better in snow than the summer tire – which performed so poorly that the car stalled on a slight hill in the traction and braking tests.

This year , traction on ice was also tested. Pirelli delivered the best results, closely followed by Continental. The inexpensive Grenlander tire also performed surprisingly well, confirming the theory that it can use a winter compound with an all-season tire tread .

This test clearly shows that when driving on snow and ice, high-quality 235/35 R19 all-season tires can offer performance approaching that of winter models, while summer tires are practically useless in these conditions.

In the category of all-season tires in the wet, the test showed large differences between individual brands. The cheapest all-season tire performed the worst, being up to 23 seconds slower than the competition. This poor performance on wet roads also confirms that it may be a tire with a winter compound, which is unsuitable for rain and aquaplaning.

On the contrary, high-quality premium all-season tires have shown much better stability, shorter braking distances in the wet, and greater safety when driving in the rain. Therefore, for motorists who drive all year round, it is important to choose proven brands that can balance performance on snow, ice, and wet roads.

If you are looking for reliable all-season tires 235/35 R19, the test clearly shows that the difference between premium and cheap tires is huge in the rain and directly affects driving safety.

In the all-season tire test on wet roads, the Michelin CrossClimate 2 came in 5th place, approximately 5% weaker than the best-rated models.

The top four were Bridgestone, Pirelli, Vredestein and Continental, with the differences between them being minimal – just a tenth of a second .

• Bridgestone excelled in particular in terms of stability and predictable behavior on wet roads .
• The Pirelli offered excellent cornering grip and high grip, but was a little slower to recover from a skid.
• Vredestein acted less precisely on the front axle, but still showed excellent wet handling characteristics .
• Continental was the fastest in the measurements, although it seemed less sporty than Bridgestone or Pirelli.

For drivers looking for safety and confidence in the rain, the test shows that these four premium brands are among the best all-season tires on wet roads .

The wet braking test revealed significant differences between the various all-season tires. The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 achieved the best results, stopping after just 25.14 m, clearly outperforming the competition.

The Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 came in second with a result of 26.6 m, while the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 was also very close with a braking distance of 27.04 m. Although the Michelin CrossClimate 2 performs very well in other disciplines, it achieved a slightly worse result in the wet braking test with a braking distance of 27.25 m. The Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus came in last among the premium brands with a result of 27.47 m .

The cheap Grenlander GreenWing AS performed significantly worse, stopping after 35.36 m – more than 10 meters longer than the best-rated tire. This result clearly highlights the serious safety risks of cheap tires on wet roads .

The difference between premium all-season tires and cheap alternatives is dramatic on wet roads. The right tire choice can make a huge difference in driving safety in the rain and the risk of aquaplaning.

The results of the dry driving tests yielded several interesting findings.

• The cheap all-season tire performed very poorly – it showed significant instability during the evasive maneuver test, which poses a risk when driving at higher speeds.
• The Vredestein Quatrac Pro Plus offered good dry grip, but was slightly imprecise on the front axle, which reduced confidence during dynamic driving.
• The Michelin CrossClimate 2 was stable enough in normal driving, but showed stronger understeer when driving at the limit, which makes it less suitable for drivers looking for a sportier character.

In the dry test, the Continental AllSeasonContact 2 felt more relaxed due to a wider steering dead zone. Nevertheless, it showed good grip, especially when driving over bumps.

The Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 impressed with its great dry braking performance and excellent front axle traction .

The biggest surprise, however, was the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6, which in size 235/35 R19 came closest to being a summer tire. It offered exceptional grip, albeit with a slight "dead zone" in steering.

The summer tire itself still maintained a slight lead, especially in braking and cornering, but the gap between it and the best all-season models (especially Bridgestone and Pirelli ) narrowed significantly in this test.

A test of all-season tires in size 235/35 R19 showed that the differences between individual brands are significant and choosing the right model has a fundamental impact on both safety and driving comfort .

• Michelin CrossClimate 2, Pirelli and Continental performed best on snow and ice, with the cheap tires surprising with traction but not matching the premium brands.
• On wet roads, the Pirelli Cinturato All Season SF3 dominated with the shortest braking distance and the best aquaplaning performance. Bridgestone and Continental showed stability and reliability, while the cheap tires (Grenlander) fell significantly behind and posed a safety risk.
• On dry roads, the Bridgestone Turanza All Season 6 came closest to the performance of summer tires, Pirelli also performed very well, while Michelin and Vredestein showed their limits in dynamic driving.

Overall, the test confirms that premium all-season tires today can offer balanced performance throughout the year, with Pirelli and Bridgestone being the best choices for drivers looking for confidence in all weather conditions, followed by Continental and Michelin. Cheap alternatives may be attractive in price, but in critical situations (especially in the wet) they significantly lose out and compromise safety.

If you can't decide which tires are more suitable for you, we will be happy to discuss the choice of new tires with you and try to suggest the best alternative.
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