195/60 R18 - Best winter tyres 2026 - market overview, tests, reviews
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Best winter tyres in tests (2026)
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Tests from 2025
Michelin has unveiled the ALPIN 7 winter tyre, featuring an advanced tread design with additional sipes and an evolving tread pattern to maintain traction as the tyre wears. The new model aims to enhance braking and acceleration on snowy and wet roads while improving overall efficiency for a variety of vehicles. Unlike the Alpin 6, which was considered a bit overpriced for its performance, the Alpin 7 is expected to offer better value and address concerns in upcoming winter tests.
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Blizzak has always been a winter tire focused on wet conditions, but with its sixth model, Bridgestone has promised improved snow performance and reduced rolling resistance. Early tests suggest they have delivered on these promises—Blizzak 6 is unmatched in wet conditions and excels on snow, making it ideal not just for city climates.
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A typical premium tyre - very well balanced, great on all surfaces with low rolling resistance. Proven by many tests.
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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance + ( 195/60 R18 96H XL EDT )
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£142
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Goodyear UltraGrip Performance + ( 195/60 R18 96H XL EDT ) | In stock | Free shipping | £142 |
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Ultragrip Performance Plus
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£158
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Ultragrip Performance Plus | In stock | Free shipping | £158 |
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Tests from 2024
Continental winter tires have been winning tire tests for many years, and the 870P is no exception. The “P” stands for performance, but don’t be mistaken, its rolling resistance is also praised, making it ideal for EVs. A well-balanced tire.
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 195/60 R18 96H XL EVc, with kerbing rib )
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£150
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Continental WinterContact TS 870 P ( 195/60 R18 96H XL EVc, with kerbing rib ) | In stock | Free shipping | £150 |
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WinterContact TS 870 P FR XL
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£184
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WinterContact TS 870 P FR XL | In stock | Free shipping | £184 |
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Tests from 2025
Barum unveils the Polaris 6, a budget-friendly winter tyre from the Czech Republic that adopts design elements from Continental’s TS series, including a V-shaped tread for better snow performance. The Polaris 6 improves on the Polaris 5 with enhanced durability, reduced rolling resistance, and quieter operation, while maintaining solid wet and dry performance. Priced about 20% higher, it leverages Continental’s technology to offer greater value and reliable winter traction for cost-conscious drivers.
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Polaris 6 EV XL
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£134
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Polaris 6 EV XL | In stock | Free shipping | £134 |
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Barum Polaris 6 ( 195/60 R18 96H XL EVc, with kerbing rib )
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£138
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Barum Polaris 6 ( 195/60 R18 96H XL EVc, with kerbing rib ) | In stock | Free shipping | £138 |
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Tests from 2023
The Cinturato Winter 2 is enjoyable to drive and offers safety in all conditions. However, some tests have described its dry handling as sluggish.
Tests from 2025
195/60 R18 tyre test Personalize
Best tyres in your size
Dry
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
78%
2.
Michelin Alpin 7
76%
3.
Michelin Alpin 6
74%
4.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
63%
5.
Barum Polaris 6
62%
6.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
57%
Wet
1.
Continental WinterContact TS 870 P
71%
2.
Michelin Alpin 6
70%
3.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
69%
4.
Michelin Alpin 7
68%
5.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
65%
6.
Barum Polaris 6
51%
Snow
1.
Michelin Alpin 7
81%
2.
Barum Polaris 6
74%
3.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
72%
4.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
65%
5.
Michelin Alpin 6
63%
6.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
63%
Comfort
1.
Barum Polaris 6
97%
2.
Michelin Alpin 7
80%
3.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
74%
4.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
68%
5.
Michelin Alpin 6
60%
6.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
40%
Economy
1.
Continental Wintercontact Ts 870 P
94%
2.
Bridgestone Blizzak 6
63%
3.
Michelin Alpin 6
59%
4.
Pirelli Cinturato Winter 2
47%
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Did you know ...?
195/60 R18 doesn't belong to the most popular dimensions for winter tyres - there are 0 tyre models available, which can be compared to 155/60 R15, 170/60 R17, 160/60 R14. Let's break down the sizing - 60 is height of the tyre, which is calculated as 60% of the tyre width (195mm), which means the sidewall height has 117 mm. The wheel diameter is R18, which means it fits to a 18 inch/457.2mm diameter wheel. The total circumference of the tyre is 2171.47 mm, which is very similar to 305/30 R20(2170.84 mm), 235/55 R17(2168.64 mm), 235/50 R18(2174.61 mm), 265/30 R21(2175.24 mm), 215/60 R17(2167.07 mm), 195/80 R15(2177.12 mm), 295/35 R19(2164.87 mm). There are multiple speed indexes available for winter tyres in 195/60 R18: H(210km/h), V(240km/h). The same goes for weight indexes: 96.
