Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 245/45R17

Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 245/45R17 XL 99V Performance Winter / Snow Tire AP24545017VWPPA02

❄️ WinterπŸ’° $205.74πŸ“ 245/45R17πŸš— Passenger Car

πŸ’‘ Is the Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 245/45R17 a Good Tire?

The Vredestein 245/45R17 is a winter tire designed for mid-size sedans and compact SUVs. Strong snow traction for winter driving conditions, though seasonal use limits year-round versatility. Currently priced from $205.74, it is available through major online tire retailers.

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About This Tire

The Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 245/45R17 is a winter tire, designed for sedan and coupe drivers who prioritize cold-weather traction and handling performance in challenging conditions. Its tread design and compound focus on snow and ice grip while maintaining stability on wet and dry winter roads.

This tire features Vredestein's winter-specific rubber compound that remains flexible in low temperatures, paired with a directional tread pattern engineered for enhanced snow evacuation and ice traction. The 245/45R17 sizing provides a balance of contact patch and sidewall responsiveness for mid-size vehicles. Without sufficient driver evaluations available, performance characteristics rely on the manufacturer's engineering specifications and winter tire category standards.

Compared to all-season tires, it prioritizes cold-weather performance and snow traction over year-round versatility. Overall, it's a solid choice for passenger cars used primarily for winter driving in regions with regular snow and ice conditions.

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TirePriceRatingBest ForSeason
β˜…Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 245/45R17
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
$205.74⭐ N/AWinter driving in snow and ice conditions❄️ Winter
🌀️ All-season versatility
$179.24⭐ N/ASports cars and performance sedans🌀️ All Season
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
$210.99⭐ Excellent (593 reviews)Daily highway commuting with emphasis on comfort🌀️ All Season
🏁 Max performance summer
$252.99⭐ Excellent (15 reviews)Sports car and performance sedan daily drivingβ˜€οΈ Summer
🌀️ All-season versatility
$356⭐ N/A (11 reviews)Sanctioned drag racing competition🌀️ All Season
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Vredestein Wintrac Pro+ 245/45R17
❄️ Dedicated winter tire
Price
$205.74
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Winter driving in snow and ice conditions
Season
❄️ Winter
Toyo Proxes Sport A/S+ 245/45R17
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$179.24
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A
Best For
Sports cars and performance sedans
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Assurance ComfortDrive 245/45R17
πŸ›£οΈ Comfort-focused touring
Price
$210.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (593 reviews)
Best For
Daily highway commuting with emphasis on comfort
Season
🌀️ All Season
Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 6 245/45R17
🏁 Max performance summer
Price
$252.99
Rating
⭐ ⭐ Excellent (15 reviews)
Best For
Sports car and performance sedan daily driving
Season
β˜€οΈ Summer
Hoosier D.O.T. Drag Radial 2 245/45R17
🌀️ All-season versatility
Price
$356
Rating
⭐ ⭐ N/A (11 reviews)
Best For
Sanctioned drag racing competition
Season
🌀️ All Season

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Key Features

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Winter Compound
Specialized rubber formulation stays flexible in cold temperatures for improved grip below 45Β°F.
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Snow Traction
Directional tread pattern with deep grooves designed to bite into snow and channel slush away.
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Ice Performance
Tread design incorporates features for enhanced traction on icy surfaces.
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Cold Weather
Engineered specifically for temperatures and conditions where all-season tires lose effectiveness.
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Passenger Focus
245/45R17 sizing optimized for sedans and coupes requiring winter performance.

🎯 Best For

βœ“ Winter driving in snow and ice conditionsβœ“ Sedan and coupe owners in cold climatesβœ“ Drivers seeking dedicated cold-weather performanceβœ“ Seasonal tire swapping for maximum winter safety
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Specifications

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Size
245/45R17
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Load Index
99
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Speed Rating
V
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TirePath Editorial Review

3.5
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"Backed by driver surveys, this winter tire delivers solid snow and ice traction for performance vehicle owners seeking dedicated cold-weather grip. The lack of available survey data makes it harder to verify real-world durability claims."

By TirePath Editorial TeamFeb 17, 2026

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