Viking WinTech
Affordable tire that is good on snow, but has very limited wet grip.
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Table of contents:
Pros and cons
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- Poor handling on the wet
- Below average aquaplaning resistance
- Longer braking distance on dry roads
- Longer braking distance on wet roads
Comparison
Wet road
Snow
Dry road - safety
Dry road - sportiness
Mileage
Aquaplaning
Achievements
Best
Interior noise
Adac 2019
Timeline
2019
Viking WinTech was launched
2019
Viking WinTech was tested 2x (ADAC,...)
2022
Viking WinTech was tested 1x (Autobild)
2023
Viking WinTech was tested 2x (Autobild,...)
2024
Viking WinTech was tested 1x (ADAC)
Sizes
Viking WinTech is made in 53 sizes, starting from 145/80 R13 up to 275/45 R20.
15"
17"
19"
20"
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Viking WinTech in tyre tests
All tyre tests where Viking WinTech was featured:All tests
| Name | Winter | Wet | Dry | Enviromental impact | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1.7 | 2.1 | 2.2 | 1.7 | 2.7 | 1.6 | 1.3 |
| Viking WinTech | 2.8 | 2.8 | 3.6 | 3.1 | 4.3 | 3.0 | 2.2 |
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2023 225/45 R18
conditionally recommended
Ranked #19 of 20
Finishing 19th out of 20, the Viking WinTech secured a final rating of 'Conditionally recommended'. The tyre is appreciated for its cost-effective winter profile with commendable performance on snow. However, it falls short when it comes to wet grip, displaying limited safety margins during aquaplaning and longer braking distances on dry surfaces. This performance outlines its strengths and areas for improvement, emphasizing its conditional recommendation for users.
conditionally recommended
Ranked #19 of 20
Finishing 19th out of 20, the Viking WinTech secured a final rating of 'Conditionally recommended'. The tyre is appreciated for its cost-effective winter profile with commendable performance on snow. However, it falls short when it comes to wet grip, displaying limited safety margins during aquaplaning and longer braking distances on dry surfaces. This performance outlines its strengths and areas for improvement, emphasizing its conditional recommendation for users.
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Running costs | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 2+ | 2+ | 1 | 1- | |||
| Viking WinTech | 3+ | 2- | 2 | 2 | |||
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 31,4 | 29,2 | |||||
| Viking WinTech | 36,0 | 31,0 | |||||
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Autobild Winter tyre test 2022 215/55 R17
Ranked #25 of 56
Ranked #25 of 56
| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow |
|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 32,8 | 25,4 |
| Viking WinTech | 37,1 | 27,1 |
| Name | Wet | Dry | Snow | Ice | Noise | Wear | Fuel consumption |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 1,8 | 2,1 | 1,9 | 2,2 | 2,6 | 1,5 | 1,6 |
| Viking WinTech | 3,2 | 2,5 | 2,5 | 2,3 | 2,7 | 2,5 | 2,1 |
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| Name | Stopping distance on wet | Stopping distance on snow | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best values in test | 29,2 | 24 | |||||
| Viking WinTech | 35,8 | - | |||||
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Test ratings distribution
| 85% (2x) | 75% (1x) | |
|---|---|---|
| Recommended | Satisfactory | Conditionally recommended |
| 1x | 1x | 1x |
Ratings x Wheel size
| R15 | R17 | R18 |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 85% (1x) | 75% (1x) |
Ratings x Width
| 185/xx Rxx | 215/xx Rxx | 225/xx Rxx |
|---|---|---|
| 85% (1x) | 85% (1x) | 75% (1x) |
FAQ
Is this tyre suitable for SUVs?
Yes, this tyre is also made in SUV sizes.